Through the partnership, the German University hospital will have long-term access to Philips’ advanced diagnostic and imaging solutions
University Hospital Brandenburg an der Havel. (Credit: Koninklijke Philips N.V.)
Royal Philips has been selected by the University Hospital Brandenburg an der Havel, in Brandenburg, Germany, for a 10-year partnership to advance patient care.
Through the partnership worth around €18m, the German university hospital is enabled to enhance its diagnostic and therapy options with advanced technology solutions from Philips.
Under the terms of the agreement, Philips will supply diagnostic imaging solutions, including ultrasound, MR and mobile X-ray, along with image-guided therapy and patient monitoring solutions.
The long-term partnership will provide University Hospital Brandenburg an der Havel with flexibility and a need-based approach to technology selection and financing, said Philips.
University Hospital Brandenburg an der Havel managing director Gabriele Wolter said: “We have decided to partner with Philips in order to ensure high-quality, economical medical care for the population of our region into the future. Our joint activities will go well beyond device procurement and financing.
“There will be a uniform operating philosophy across devices and departments for renewal of our equipment inventory. In this way, we can speed up processes, minimise operating errors, and make its use easier throughout the clinic.”
With around 500 beds, the German University Hospital provides specialist care for around 26,000 inpatients and 48,000 ambulatory patients, across 15 specialised clinics.
According to Philips, advanced diagnostic and therapy options, together with a modern equipment inventory, are an important part of the hospital’s development for the future.
Under the partnership, the hospital would enhance its vascular and cardiology services, by modernising two existing interventional suites for cardiac and vascular procedures.
It will also install a new hybrid operating room with Philips’ Azurion Image-Guided Therapy System for minimally-invasive interventions.
In addition, Philips ICARUS learning academy for medical and technical staff will be integrated into the hospital’s existing training and education programme.
With the combination of digital and face-to-face teaching methods, the platform is expected to help the hospital’s radiology team to be trained regardless of their location.
Philips Germany health systems sales leader Heiko Borwieck said: “The aim of our cooperation is to take a holistic approach to the design and organization of healthcare along the full treatment pathways in the hospital, with our top priorities being improving outcomes, enhancing the patient and staff experience, and reducing the cost of care.”
In December last year, Philips has signed a 12-year strategic partnership with IJsselland Hospital, located in Capelle aan den Ijssel, the Netherlands.