The Hola 5G Oulu project has announced the successful launch of its private 5G standalone (SA) network at Oulu University Hospital. Marking Europe’s first private 5G network in a functioning hospital, this achievement has the potential to revolutionise healthcare with advanced technology claims the company.
Through meticulous design, rigorous lab testing and comprehensive deployment, experts at Boldyn Networks have demonstrated the robust and reliable performance of their solutions in the demanding environment of a hospital. Connecting all devices and personnel, the network has enabled uninterrupted data flow and connectivity even in the critical event of a power outage.
The Hola 5G Oulu project, an initiative launched by Oulu University Hospital to bring advanced Private 5G technology to the healthcare sector, ensures a high-performance network infrastructure by utilising Nokia Modular Private Wireless (MPW), deployed by Boldyn.
The design of Boldyn’s radio access network, based on extensive experience and expertise, ensures connectivity without issues in the event of any failure. These setups provide seamless connectivity, enhanced reliability, and optimal performance for state-of-the-art wearable devices, maximising efficiency among hospital workers and improving patient care.
Private 5G has empowered Oulu University Hospital to introduce a new generation of healthcare devices. Using WICOAR HealthVision, smart glasses with augmented technologies, doctors and nurses will have instant visual access to critical patient data. These glasses can also be worn by surgeons during surgery to maintain constant visual access to patients’ vital signs.
WICOAR HealthAudio will provide doctors and nurses with a reliable platform for swift communication says the company.
Jani Katisko, Associate Professor and Medical Physicist at Oulu University Hospital said: “The network going live is a major milestone for us, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see our vision taking shape. It opens a world of possibilities for improving patient care. This advancement means that doctors and nurses can have instant access to critical information on their devices, maintaining connectivity as they move throughout the hospital.
“This not only maximises efficiency but also significantly improves the quality of care provided to patients. Wireless smart glasses can revolutionise data visualisation, providing us with real-time insights into patient needs. This is just the beginning. We are excited to see the research and development of even more innovative use cases in the future, such as robotic medicine delivery, AI-assisted medical imaging analysis, and virtual remote training and assistance.”
Petri Parviainen, Head of Sales Public Sector, Private Networks Europe at Boldyn Networks added: “Now, with the private 5G SA network, we can utilise many of its strengths as a seamless handover, low latency, high capacity, cybersecurity and availability in any circumstances. It allows the hospitals to constantly keep track of the healthcare processes while enabling seamless communication and collaboration of the hospital’s staff,” said Petri Parviainen, Head of Sales Public Sector, Private Networks Europe at Boldyn Networks.
“This aligns with the main objective of the project, to elevate the quality of patient care. We are extremely proud to work with Oulu University Hospital to launch the Private 5G SA network. This success reflects the hard work and collaboration of everyone involved and our commitment to transforming healthcare with cutting-edge technology.”
Rauno Jokelainen, Co-founder and COO of WICOAR Technologies said: “Our technology is designed to significantly improve communication between healthcare staff and provide them with readily accessible, visualised patient data for enhanced assessment and care. Previously, physicians were spending up to 50% of their time performing computer-related tasks. With instant data access, we are reducing the time spent searching for information. We are empowering healthcare professionals to dedicate more time to their patients, creating a more personalised and effective healthcare experience. We’re thrilled to witness our vision of healthcare wireless wearable technologies becoming a reality at Oulu, with the launch of this advanced 5G network.”
“We have a long-standing collaboration with Boldyn in deploying private networks across Europe. The successful deployment of this advanced 5G private network in the Hola 5G Oulu project marks the beginning of a digital journey that extends far beyond connectivity. It clearly demonstrates the transformative power of technology in revolutionising healthcare. Nokia is proud to provide private wireless network technology for this important initiative, paving the way for a brighter future in patient care,” said Rolf Albrecht, Head of Enterprise Campus Edge Europe Sales at Nokia
While Boldyn Networks ensures the Private 5G SA network operates harmoniously with existing hospital equipment, Oulu University will focus on testing the usability of the wireless wearables in clinical settings to confirm they enhance workflows and improve patient care.
