Philips launches two new cutting edge ultrasound solutions in Egypt

Delivering life-saving ultrasound technology at the point of care

In addition, the company has introduced Lumify, its first App-Based ultrasound system that will extend the reach of ultrasound applications to a broader network of healthcare providers using mobile technology. The Philips’ Lumify is an entirely new way of delivering ultrasound technology to healthcare providers and their patients; offering high-quality imaging on a compatible smart device through a subscription model.

Lumify turns a compatible smartphone into an ultrasound interface that provides high-quality imaging. It does this by bringing together mobile applications, advanced ultrasound transducer technology, integrated IT, training, education and support services. This combination helps healthcare providers improve care and reduce costs.

Specifically designed for emergency departments and urgent care centres, the mobile and integrated nature of the Lumify means that ultrasounds can be delivered even in the most remote or rural of settings. Lumify operates from a compatible smart device connected to a Philips ultrasound transducer. Users can also have access to an online portal where they can manage their device and access Philips’ support, training and IT services.

The Lumify transducers are now commercially available in Egypt. The L12-4 transducer supports a variety of clinical applications, including soft tissue, musculoskeletal, lung and vascular scanning. The C5-2 offers abdominal with lung and gallbladder pre-sets and Ob/Gyn capabilities. Whereas Lumify’s newest transducer, the S4-1, has presets for cardiac and FAST exams. All the applications and services are available through Philips’ new app-based portal.

“Lumify’s unique combination of connectivity, simplicity, portability and flexibility enables clinicians to perform ultrasound examinations across a variety of clinical settings, from cardiology suites down to under resourced semi-urban and rural areas. Finally, clinicians as well as family doctors at small outpatient clinics can perform scans themselves, speeding up the diagnosis process and possible treatments.” says Iyad AlTaiyeb.

Cloud-enabled and tablet technology allows Lumify to offer users vast connectivity, flexibility and mobility. As a customized app-based solution, Lumify is designed to seamlessly integrate with patient profiles and a health system’s equipment using cloud-enabled technology.

The Lumify is part of Philips’ App-Based ultrasound ecosystem, an open innovation platform aimed to deliver the benefits of ultrasound early in the health continuum and expand access among more healthcare providers. Built on a flexible subscription-based delivery model, users – healthcare providers and institutions – have access to and can manage solutions based on their changing demands and needs.

Lumify now offers real-time collaboration using tele-ultrasound powered by Reacts

The Reacts collaborative platform combines two-way audio-visual calls with live ultrasound streaming. With this intuitive, easy-to-use integrated system, clinicians can begin their Reacts session with a face-to-face conversation on their Lumify ultrasound system. Users can switch to the front-facing camera on their smart device to show the position of the probe. They can then share the Lumify ultrasound stream, so both parties are simultaneously viewing the live ultrasound image and probe positioning, while discussing and interacting at the same time.

In addition to clinicians seeking virtual guidance, Philips Lumify with Reacts is a valuable tool for teaching institutions, medical students and residents, emergency medical service providers, disaster relief providers and hospitals with satellite clinics.

“Point-of-care ultrasound is becoming one of the most widely used first-line diagnostic tools in resource-constrained environments, so the potential of solutions such as the Lumify to not only drive access to care but improve diagnosis and treatment times can be transformative.” concludes Iyad AlTaiyeb.

Philips is a leader in ultrasound solutions with a large global installed base and strong track record of industry-first innovations in areas such as 3D imaging of the heart, quantification tools driven by Anatomical Intelligence, and ultra-mobile, portable ultrasound solutions. Philips’ ultrasound portfolio supports the effective and efficient delivery of care across a broad range of clinical specialties including cardiology, point-of-care, radiology and OB/GYN. 

Philips announces new channel partner to distribute Philips ultrasound systems in Egypt

Given the significance of the ultrasound portfolio for Egypt, Philips has recently appointed H2A (Health2All) as its authorized distributor for Philips Ultrasound solutions in Egypt. The support of H2A (part of the diversified Egyptian SAMCRETE group), with their headquarters in Cairo and their complementary brands, will allow Philips to extend its reach and provide ultrasound technology and services closer to the customer base across Egypt. H2A will carry out all commercial and service related activities for the Ultrasound business of Philips, including marketing, distribution, sales and service throughout Egypt.

¹ https://www.who.int/nmh/countries/egy_en.pdf?ua=1
²Results obtained during user demonstrations performed in December 2017 with the EPIQ CVx and the iE33 systems. The research was designed and supervised by Use-Lab GmbH, an independent and objective engineering consultancy and user interface design company. The tests involved 42 clinicians from 17 countries.