CHALLENGE
There is a need for improved working conditions in hospital operating rooms.

During mini-invasive (camera operations) surgery, the ceiling lighting is often switched off completely during the operation to avoid disturbing light reflections in the monitor screens. For most, working in semi-darkness for a whole day is strenuous. What can be done about this?

FINDINGS
The complicated work of anaesthesiologists, surgeons and theatre nursing staff makes great demands on the lighting.

The lighting must be so sharp that cleaners can see every speck of dust, but comfortable for patients when they are wheeled in and out of the operating room.

Hospital staff would like functional, attractive equipment that also meets the most stringent safety and cleanliness requirements.

SOLUTION
Dividing the operating room into colour-coded ergonomic zones with each their own functional properties ensures a better working environment and increases efficiency in the various zones. Interaction with the equipment is located in the control panel, which means development resources and the focus have been directed at the control panel. The equipment must be in line with the company value identified by the hospital and furthermore meet strict requirements towards functionality and interaction.
The solution increases staff stamina and, because of better well being, reduces the number of days off due illness. At the same time, it increases patient safety.

Design Made By Makers
Manufacturer Chromaviso
Partners involved Skejby University Hospital, Odense University Hospital, Made By Makers, Metalwo (prototyping) and MTIC (Med Tech Innovation Centre)