By Karl Connolly, Vice President 5G Strategy
Why Traditional IT Falls Short
- Wi-Fi and legacy networks can’t support the scale or mobility needs of modern clinical teams.
- Internal IT teams are stretched thin, battling evolving cyber threats and compliance demands.
- Downtime or security incidents directly impact patient safety and outcomes.
Key Insights from Pediatric IT Leaders
- The Need for Resilient Infrastructure:
Legacy systems often fail to meet the demands of modern pediatric care. Hospitals need secure, scalable networks that support mobile workflows and remote monitoring. - Security is Paramount:
Protecting sensitive pediatric data requires robust encryption, access controls, and ongoing monitoring. Managed Services Partners play a critical role in ensuring compliance and mitigating cyber risks. - Workflow Efficiency Drives Outcomes:
Streamlining clinical workflows—through better communication tools, mobile access to EHRs, and real-time alerts—can reduce errors, improve throughput, and enhance patient safety.
How 5G and Managed Services Change the Game
Security First: 5G networks provide robust, end-to-end encryption and 24/7 monitoring—reducing breach risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Workflow Innovation: Always-on connectivity powers mobile EHRs, telemedicine, and IoT devices, enabling clinicians to deliver care wherever it’s needed.
Scalable Support: Managed Service Providers deliver proactive maintenance, rapid incident response, and strategic guidance—freeing hospital IT teams to focus on transformation, not troubleshooting.
Boston Children’s Hospital: Leading by Example
Boston Children’s is setting a new standard for pediatric IT, deploying a hybrid 5G network that supports secure, mobile access to clinical tools and EHRs. This investment is driving innovation, improving outcomes, and positioning the hospital as a national leader in pediatric care.
The Takeaway
The lessons from the front lines are clear: pediatric hospitals must invest in secure, scalable technology to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. With the right partners and the power of 5G, they can deliver safer, more efficient, and more compassionate care to every child.
Want to learn how your hospital can achieve secure, scalable, and innovative care delivery? Contact Karl Connolly at kconnolly@pixelhealth.com for a no-obligation conversation and discover what’s possible for your organization.
