These modern hospital innovations range from luxe maternity wards to simulated doctor's office appointments that replace routine visits with a more convenient alternative. When it comes to medical decor, sterile and utilitarian interiors are being replaced with more engaging spaces that are changing the way those with illnesses respond to treatment. While examples like aquatic-themed children's hospitals and vibrant medical clinics promote optimism, hospital room decor programs are designed to make a child's long-term hospital stay more inviting and cozy.
When examining connected health platforms, doctor-reviewing websites and web-based health insurance services are on the rise while diagnosis apps and wearables are helping users decipher common symptoms without having to visit their local doctor's office.
Furthermore, these modern hospital innovations also include interactive health monitors and cancer-detecting gloves. These examples are a testament to the evolving research of medical professionals who continue to look for new ways to treat both common and chronic illnesses.
50 Modern Hospital Innovations
From Luxurious Maternity Wards to Simulated Hospital Experiences:
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Anonymous Dermatology Apps
First Derm Offers Professional Medical Advice On Demand
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Futuristic Hospital Extensions
Lausanne's Centre of Oncology Renovation References Retro Futurism
47
Laser Glucose Monitors
The GlucoSense System is Non-Invasive and Accurate
46
Motorcycle Ambulances
The Two Wheeler Ambulance is a Practical Vehicle for Zipping Through Traffic
45
Clip-On Hospital Cribs
The Gelderse Vallei Hospital Offers Bedside Cribs for New Mothers
44
Privacy-Providing Nursing Chairs
This Hospital Chair Has High Walls and an Embracing Design
43
Medical-Monitoring Wearables
The Vivi Headset by Method Lets Doctors Check Vitals as They Operate
42
Urban Organ Donation Stunts
The UK's Patient Publicity Stunt Addresses the Need for Organ Donors
41
Baby Bonding Devices
The 'Baboo' Allows Parents to Track Their Premature Baby's Movements
40
Empowering Clinic Interiors
The New Planned Parenthood Clinics Meet the Changing Needs of Patients
39
Cancer-Detecting Gloves
This New Type of Pressure Sensor Will Detect Tumors by Touch
38
Wearable Heart Monitors
The Phillips Wearable Biosensor Can Warn About Impending Heartattacks
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Remote Patient Care Platforms
This Telehealth Service Visually Connects Patients with Physicians
36
Handheld Retina Scanners
The Carl Zeiss Meditec VISUSCOUT 100 Would Make Detecting Problems Easier
35
Luxurious Maternity Hospitals
The Portland Gives Expecting Mothers a Five Star Birthing Experience
34
Hospital Room-Redecorating Programs
The 'Design My Room' Initiative Helps Seriously Sick Teenagers
33
At-Home Pill Appliances
The 'Farma' Home Bioreactor Would Allow One to Skip Pharmaceutical Drugs
32
Aquatic-Themed Children's Hospitals
This Playful Swedish Hospital was Designed by Bitter Britta
31
Comfortable Cancer Centers
The Maggie's Cancer Center is Opening a New Location in Manchester
30
Connected Health Services
Singaporean Startup Healint Looks to Provide Migraine Relief for Users
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Soothing Pediatric Hospitals
This Rwandan Children's Cancer Center has Soothing and Elegant Design
28
Futuristic Mobile Hospitals
The Transpital Concept Offers Flexible Units For any Departmental Use
27
Blood Pressure-Monitoring Apps
The Wythings HyResult App Accessory Can Analyze Your Blood Pressure
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On-Demand Medical Apps
The Circle Medical App Provides Patients with At-Home Medical Care
25
Mind-Tricking Motion Simulators
vMocion Creates the Illusion of Motion for VR Headset Users
24
3D-Printed Heart Models
MIT Researchers Created Blueprints to Give Surgeons Practice on Each Heart
23
App-Enabled Pregnancy Tests
This Pregnancy Test Comes with a App That Provides Fertility Resources
22
Tumor-Removing Robots
This Surgical Robot Removes Inner Ear Tumors Without Hurting Patients
21
Pregnancy Delivery Kits
The Push Pack is a Prepacked Hospital Bag for Expectant Mothers
20
Doctor-Finding Apps
The Amino Health App Lets Patients Connect With Medical Specialists
19
Gamified Physical Therapy Devices
This Game is Designed to Help Pateints Regain Muscle Control
18
Patient-Focused Hospital Rooms
This Treatment Facility Gives Patients a Better Hospital Experience
17
Interactive Health Mirrors
The 'Wize Mirror' Shows Users How Healthy They Are
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Filtered Telemedicine Apps
This Telemedicine Service Makes Patient-Doctor Interactions Streamlined
15
Vibrant Medical Clinics
The Dean Street Express by Penson in London Rethinks the Walk-in History
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Prescription-Granting Apps
'Polkadoc' is a New App Designed to Help Increase Birth Control Access
13
Kid-Friendly Hospital Tools
These Toy-Inspired Medical Instruments Calm Pediatric Patients
12
Convenient Clinic Apps
The 'Skip the Waiting Room' App Helps You Avoid Long Waits
11
Simulated Hospital Excursions
Expedia Uses Livestreaming to Take Sick Kids on 'Dream Adventures'
10
Animated Wellness Manuals
The Pertolongan Pertama Health Brochure is Designed for Growing Teens
9
Governmental Health Apps
Winnipeg's 'Connected Care' App Connects Citizens to Health Services
8
Comprehensive Health Record Cards
The eMedica Card Keeps Personal Health Records at Your Disposal
7
On-Demand Phlebotomy Services
This Services Employs Freelance Phlebotomists
6
Biometric Hospital Registration Platforms
This Device Helps Reduce Hospital Wait Times
5
Emergency Doctor Consultations
This App Helps Users Connect with Doctors in Disaster Scenarios
4
Record-Collecting Medical Software
This Software Helps Doctors Retrieve a Patient’s Medical Record
3
Gynaecologist Reservation Apps
The BookHA App Lets You Book Appointments With Gynaecologists
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Physician-Reviewing Platforms
This Website Allows Users to Review Different Fertility Clinics
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Web-Based Health Insurance Plans
The Ontario Blue Cross Offers an All-Encompassing Online Service
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