Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri recently announced the launch of reportedly South India’s first 5G-enabled ambulance service.
In the initial phase, five 5G-enabled ambulances will cover the immediate neighbourhood of the hospital, while the second phase will see an additional five ambulances extending coverage to neighbouring districts, further enhancing emergency response capabilities across the region.
The launch event featured Prakashnath Swamiji, Managing Director, BGS and SJB Group of Institutions; Dr B R Ravikanthe Gowda, IPS, Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Karnataka Police; Anita B Haddannavar, IPS, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Traffic West Division, Bengaluru City; Anurag Yadav, CEO, Gleneagles Healthcare, India; Biju Nair, CEO, Gleneagles Bengaluru Cluster; Pranav Bajaj, Co-founder and CEO, Medulance; and Ravjot Singh Arora, Co founder and Director, Medulance.
According to the statement, the 5G-enabled ambulances are pioneering products from Medulance and equipped with high speed connectivity from Reliance Jio, enabling real-time, two-way audio and video communication. They also feature cameras and smart devices for high-definition footage transmission, along with Advanced Life Support (ALS) systems for critical medical interventions.
These ambulances facilitate real-time streaming of patient health data to distant doctors and transmission of vital signs to emergency room dashboards. Additionally, they incorporate ambulance location tracking for efficient dispatch and navigation, as well as remote monitoring capabilities allowing doctors to guide paramedics.
Moreover, these ambulances enhance healthcare access in rural and remote areas and facilitate seamless data sharing with hospitals to prepare for incoming patients. The higher bandwidth and ultra-low latency of the 5G network ensure efficient data transfer, while integration with corporate wellness programs helps reduce healthcare costs and improve employee health outcomes, the statement adds.
“This pioneering step reaffirms Gleneagles BGS Hospital’s commitment to integrating advanced technology in healthcare, ensuring better outcomes for patients and setting new benchmarks in emergency medical services,” informs the statement.