Sony received 510k clearance for its OR integration system, NUCLeUS, which allows surgeons to connect numerous instruments, screens and other applications to one platform. Sony has been selling the technology in Europe, and can now market and sell it in the U.S.
The Chicago-based startup's tool, which is focused on boosting communication and coordination between all members of the surgical team, aims to reduce errors and improve OR efficiency.
The future looks bright for the integrated specialty pharmacy model – for health systems, providers, and most importantly, for patients.
The company will also use the Series C funding from Northwell Health, SoftBank Ventures Korea and others to develop new AI-driven applications for the operating room.
Many hospitals have implemented hybrid operating rooms (typically an OR with a fixed C-arm angiographic system), and many more are considering it.