UT Health San Antonio Launches $472 Million High-Tech Hospital Revolutionizing Patient Care
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
UT Health San Antonio has launched a $472 million hospital equipped with innovative technology aimed at improving patient care and experience. Each of the 144 beds features a 65-inch Epic Bedside TV that provides crucial information for patients, along with educational and entertainment options. The facility also utilizes high-resolution cameras and the Epic Monitor platform, enabling virtual nurses to monitor patients remotely and enhance safety measures. Despite the higher costs associated with this advanced technology, UT Health officials believe it will lead to better patient outcomes and overall quality of care.
