Have you ever been referred for a CT or an ultrasound and wondered how they work?
All medical imaging serves a wide array of purposes. From MRI to CT, ultrasound to X-ray, all diagnostic systems get different pictures, helping clinicians understand what’s going on inside the body, so you can get the best treatment possible.
Swipe to learn why you might having be an ultrasound instead of a CT.
What good design sounds like. 💙
In an ICU, nurses are surrounded by alarms all day long, many of which don’t even require clinical intervention. Over time, constant noise can contribute to stress, distraction and alarm fatigue.
That’s why Philips has reimagined patient monitoring sounds from the ground up, by working alongside clinicians and sound experts to design alarm sounds that are clearer, calmer and more actionable.
Because design is about far more than how something looks. It’s about finding innovative and impactful ways to support people’s real needs in the moments that matter.
By transforming the sound of care, we can help create a more focused, healing environment for clinicians, patients and families alike.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our reimagined alarm sounds and the way design can impact care overall.
Have you ever heard of magnetic cloaking?
It’s not something that superheroes use … or at least of the cartoon kind 👩⚕️
It’s a technology that is used to protect objects in a magnetic environment – using specialized materials to ‘bend’ magnetic fields around a target.
In MRI, this is especially important for scanner safety, protecting sensitive instruments from magnetic disturbances.
What other fun facts would you be interested to learn about health technology? Comment below. 👇
We’ve been driving healthcare innovation for decades … literally. 🚐
Watch the evolution of our health tech on wheels. Since the 1920s, we've been bringing services such as medical imaging directly to locations where they're needed.
”Did you know ’pinhole' operations are becoming the new normal in healthcare?" asked Dr. Atul Gupta, Chief Medical Officer Diagnosis & Treatment at Philips, in an interview with @thesun .
When clinicians use tiny instruments, threaded through 'pinhole' incisions, it means less invasive treatments for things like cancer, stroke and heart disease.
At Philips, our innovations in AI and imaging are part of this shift, enabling surgical operating rooms to move away from open surgery toward image-guided, minimally invasive techniques.
For clinicians, that brings greater precision and new ways to treat complex conditions – and for patients it can mean faster recovery.
Read the full article in the link in bio.
Can quality healthcare and sustainable healthcare go hand in hand?
The answer is yes. We don't have to choose between human health and the health of the planet. And we all have a role to play in protecting both. If the street, community or region in which we live isn’t healthy, how can WE be?
Philips is spotlighting how sustainable innovation like our low-helium MR systems can build resilience in healthcare, benefitting patients, hospitals, and the world in which we live. By using dramatically less helium – a finite natural resource – hospitals can potentially reduce environmental impact while still delivering high-quality scans. Enhancing the patient experience and reducing environmental impact helps us reach a more resilient future in healthcare.
Visit the link in our bio to hear Philips’ take on why resilience in MRI matters now more than ever.
😴 Sleep is an essential component to a healthy life.
A good night’s sleep helps improve cognitive and cardiovascular performance, relationships, mood and so much more.
But if you’re struggling with sleep, it may be a sign of an undiagnosed condition. The cause could be Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – a condition that affects the body, mind and wellbeing of nearly one billion adults worldwide.
Start the conversation today: ask your doctor if OSA could be behind your poor sleep. And visit the link in our bio to learn more about recognizing the symptoms of OSA.
@PhilipsSleepWellness
In the ICU, every second matters, but not every alarm sound requires action.
Put yourself in the shoes of a busy ICU nurse. With up to 350 alarm sounds per patient per day, you face constant noise. What if the right information surfaced exactly when and where you need it?
Philips' patient monitoring innovations are designed to meet people's needs, so caregivers can focus on what matters most. You.
▶️ See things from Muhammad’s point of view
X-ray revolutionized medical diagnostics. Before it was discovered in the late 1890’s, surgeons would have to physically look inside the body to diagnose illnesses, a broken bone, or locate fragments. Nowadays, X-rays are a cornerstone technology, used by medical professionals every day.
There’s a big difference between the technology when it was discovered and what it looks like today.
Swipe to learn some facts about X-ray technology - from its mysterious roots to how it became popular entertainment in the early 1900s.
#HealthHistory #Innovation
Success doesn’t happen by chance. It comes from a clear plan and a team that delivers. The same mindset that drives champions on the pitch also drives us at Philips as we execute on our strategy to deliver better care for more people. Congratulations to the Philips Sport Vereniging @PSV on becoming Dutch soccer champions! 🏆
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Every minute matters ⏱️
When it comes to stroke, every minute matters! Philips' technology can
help clinical teams act with more confidence and efficiency when it matters most.
Watch the video to see how our technology is supporting stroke teams deliver
better care for more people.
