Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure relates to the field of healthcare technology, specifically focusing on the domain of medical device interoperability and data communication. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a device for enabling remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosure, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] The healthcare domain has undergone a notable evolution with the spread of technology, transitioning from conventional manual operations to advanced, automated, and interconnected systems. This technological advancement has optimized medical operations significantly, enhancing patient care, reducing human errors, and boosting overall operational cost efficiency. The introduction of smart technology has left a significant imprint on the healthcare sector, facilitating the advent of intelligent medical devices and interconnected systems. Traditional medical equipment, although effective, typically operates in isolation, lacking the ability to communicate and coordinate with other devices and systems. This lack of integration inhibits real-time data sharing and analysis, which are vital for timely and informed decision-making, especially in critical care settings. The rise of smart medical devices has been a cornerstone in this healthcare transformation. These devices, furnished with the capability to monitor, analyse, and communicate health data, play a crucial role in making informed and timely clinical decisions. However, integrating these smart devices into the existing healthcare infrastructure is challenging, often necessitating a complete overhaul, significant modifications, or acquisition of new equipment, which can be resource-intensive and disruptive to medical operations. The need for a solution that can seamlessly integrate with the existing medical devices and systems, without requiring substantial changes in the infrastructure, is paramount. A solution that can communicate with various devices regardless of their brand, model, or operating protocols, and can aggregate, analyse, and share the data in a standardized format, is urgently needed. Such a solution would serve as a bridge, enabling the traditional medical devices and systems to transition into smart, interconnected ones.
[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a device for enabling remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0005] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.
[0006] It is an object of the present disclosure to overcome the above drawback, limitations, and shortcomings associated with the existing systems of integrating medical equipment for remote operation and monitoring of patients.
[0007] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time that can be easily installed and configured by service personnel or Biomedical Engineers, facilitating a non-disruptive implementation.
[0008] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to provide a highly adaptable solution that can integrate with any medical device regardless of its make, model, or operating protocols, thereby broadening the scope of interoperability within the healthcare ecosystem.
[0009] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a system and method for device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to ensure robust connectivity through various protocols, guaranteeing continuous data transmission while adhering to stringent cybersecurity measures for data privacy, compliance with regulatory frameworks.
[0010] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time for centrally managing and integrating diverse medical devices and systems within a healthcare facility, ensuring seamless communication and data sharing.
[0011] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to enhance operational efficiency and clinical decision-making in healthcare settings.

SUMMARY
[0012] This section is provided to introduce certain objects and aspects of the present disclosure in a simplified form that are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify the key features or the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0013] The present disclosure relates to the field of healthcare technology, specifically focusing on the domain of medical device interoperability and data communication. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes.
[0014] In an aspect, the present disclosure discloses a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes. The device includes one or more physical ports for communication with the one or more medical equipment, a mounting component for integration with the one or more medical equipment, a processor, and a memory coupled to the processor. The memory comprises processor-executable instructions. The processor is configured to collect data from the one or more medical equipment. Further, the processor is configured to transmit the collected data to a cloud-based centralized platform for decryption. Further, the processor is configured to analyse the decrypted data to generate a report. Thereafter, the processor is configured to display the report to a user in a display unit.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0015] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in, and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, and together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.
[0016] In the figures, similar components, and/or features may have the same reference label. Further, various components of the same type may be distinguished by following the reference label with a second label that distinguishes among the similar components. If only the first reference label is used in the specification, the description is applicable to any one of the similar components having the same first reference label irrespective of the second reference label.
[0017] FIG. 1A illustrates an exemplary block diagram representation (100A) of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0018] FIG. 1B illustrates a diagrammatic representation (100B) of one or more physical ports of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0019] FIG. 1C illustrates an exemplary exploded view representation (100C) of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0020] FIG. 2 illustrates a diagrammatic representation (200) of the proposed device integrated with one or more medical equipment in a healthcare facility to enable a user to monitor patients remotely in a hospital ecosystem, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0021] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary view of a flow diagram (300) of the method of operation of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments. On the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit, and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0023] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without some of these specific details.
[0024] Specific details are given in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. For example, circuits, systems, networks, processes, and other components may be shown as components in block diagram form in order not to obscure the embodiments in unnecessary detail. In other instances, well-known circuits, processes, algorithms, structures, and techniques may be shown without unnecessary detail to avoid obscuring the embodiments.
[0025] Also, it is noted that individual embodiments may be described as a process that is depicted as a flowchart, a flow diagram, a data flow diagram, a structure diagram, or a block diagram. Although a flowchart may describe the operations as a sequential process, many of the operations can be performed in parallel or concurrently. In addition, the order of the operations may be re-arranged. A process is terminated when its operations are completed but could have additional steps not included in a figure. A process may correspond to a method, a function, a procedure, a subroutine, a subprogram, etc. When a process corresponds to a function, its termination can correspond to a return of the function to the calling function or the main function.
[0026] The word “exemplary” and/or “demonstrative” is used herein to mean serving as an example, instance, or illustration. For the avoidance of doubt, the subject matter disclosed herein is not limited by such examples. In addition, any aspect or design described herein as “exemplary” and/or “demonstrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other aspects or designs, nor is it meant to preclude equivalent exemplary structures and techniques known to those of ordinary skill in the art. Furthermore, to the extent that the terms “includes,” “has,” “contains,” and other similar words are used in either the detailed description or the claims, such terms are intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as an open transition word without precluding any additional or other elements.
[0027] Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” or “an instance” or “one instance” means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present disclosure. Thus, the appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.
[0028] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the disclosure. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises” and/or “comprising,” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof. As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0029] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to the field of healthcare technology, specifically focusing on the domain of medical device interoperability and data communication. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes.
[0030] Beginning with the broader concept, the proposed device aims to bridge the gap between conventional medical apparatuses and the modern necessity for smart, interconnected functionalities. Much like the Amazon Firestick transformed standard televisions into smart TVs, the proposed device is designed to upgrade medical facilities and equipment, rendering them capable of smart operations, real-time monitoring, and data analytics.
[0031] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the proposed device is configured to seamlessly integrate with existing medical devices and equipment within a healthcare facility, ensuring a non-disruptive implementation. Such a seamless integration with one or more medical equipment in a healthcare facility is achieved through various communication protocols, including but not limited to LAN, Serial, I2C, CAN bus, Modbus, and Zigbee, and physical ports, like Ethernet, DB9, USB, HDMI, and VGA, ensuring wide compatibility. In an example embodiment, healthcare-specific protocols such as HL7, FHIR, DICOM, and IEEE 11073 may also be implemented to further streamline the integration within medical environments.
[0032] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the proposed device is designed with non-disruptive mounting mechanisms making it a plug-and-play solution, thereby minimizing setup time and technical hurdles during installation. Once implemented, the device begins operation by interfacing with the one or more medical equipment, collecting data, and transmitting the data to a centralized server or a cloud-based platform. The data, now available for real-time monitoring and analysis, may open the door for numerous smart functionalities.
[0033] In an aspect of the present disclosure, the proposed device embodies a generic design that may allow the device to cater to a wide range of medical equipment. The generic design principle ensures that the device remains a future-proof solution, capable of adapting to evolving technologies in the healthcare sector. Further, the device may facilitate Over-The-Air (OTA) updates, to be automatically updated with the latest software enhancements and security patches, ensuring the longevity and security of the integrated one or more medical equipment.
[0034] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device may employ 256-bit encryption to ensure the secure transmission of the data to the centralized server. The encrypted data is then shared with the cloud-based platform, where it is subsequently decrypted to facilitate data analysis and display reports of the analysis to a user. In case of disrupted connection, the device stores the data locally, allowing for synchronization once connection is reestablished.
[0035] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device may enable the user including healthcare professionals to observe and manage the one or more medical equipment remotely, which enhances operational efficiency and ensures timely interventions, significantly impacting patient care quality.
[0036] The various embodiments throughout the disclosure will be explained in more detail with reference to FIGs. 1-3.
[0037] The present disclosure relates to the field of healthcare technology, specifically focusing on the domain of medical device interoperability and data communication. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time through advanced communication protocols and physical ports, improving operational efficiency and clinical decision-making processes.
[0038] FIG. 1A illustrates an exemplary block diagram representation (100A) of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated in the figure, the device (100A) includes one or more physical ports (102) for communicating with one or more medical equipment in a healthcare facility. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device (100A) may utilize the one or more physical ports (102) as well as one or more communication protocols to ensure broad compatibility and seamless communication among different medical devices and systems. The device may be able to enable healthcare facilities to morph into smart healthcare ecosystems, enhancing operational efficiency, data accuracy, and, ultimately, premium quality of patient care. In an example embodiment of the present disclosure, the one or more communication protocols may include LAN (Local Area Network), Serial, I2C, CAN (Controller Area Network) bus, Modbus, and Zigbee, while the one or more physical ports (102) may include Ethernet, DB9, USB (Universal Serial Bus), HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), and VGA (Video Graphics Array), to form a communication backbone of the proposed device (100A). The one or more communication protocols and the one or more physical ports (102) facilitate connection to the one or more medical equipment regardless of make, model, or operating protocols of the one or more medical equipment.
[0039] As illustrated in FIG. 1A, the device (100A) includes a processor (104) coupled with a memory (106). The processor (104) may be implemented as one or more microprocessors, microcomputers, microcontrollers, digital signal processors, central processing units, logic circuitries, and/or any devices that manipulate data based on operational instructions. Among other capabilities, the processor (104) is configured to fetch and execute computer-readable instructions stored in a memory (106) of the device (100A). The memory (106) stores one or more computer-readable instructions or routines, which are fetched and executed to create or share the data units over a network service. The memory (106) comprises any non-transitory storage device comprising, for example, volatile memory such as RAM, or non-volatile memory such as EPROM, flash memory, and the like. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor (104) includes a data processing module (104a) and a data encryption module (104b).
[0040] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the data processing module (104a) of the processor (104) is configured to collect data from the one or more medical equipment. The data is collected from the one or more medical equipment by applying communication protocols comprising LAN, Serial, I2C, CAN bus, Modbus, and Zigbee through the one or more physical ports comprising Ethernet, DB9, USB, HDMI, and VGA. The collected data is segregated into a plurality of packets based on datatype for seamless transmission. The collected data is stored locally during connectivity failure and updated in real-time upon re-establishment of connectivity. Further, the data processing module (104a) of the processor (104) is configured to transmit the collected data to a cloud-based centralized platform for decryption. The data is encrypted by applying 256-bit encryption techniques to prevent unauthorized access or breaches of sensitive data by the data encryption module (104b) of the processor (104). Thereafter, the data processing module (104a) of the processor (104) is configured to analyse the decrypted data to generate a report. The data is analysed to enable real-time and remote monitoring of patients at healthcare facilities. Further, the analysis facilitates linking of identifiers comprising patient ID, bed ID, and device ID for accurate data mapping and retrieval of information. In the end, the data processing module (104a) of the processor (104) is configured to display the report to a user. The report comprises detailed information pertaining to medical status of patients and notifications of critical events comprising power failure, low battery, and communication errors.
[0041] Further, as illustrated in FIG. 1A, the device (100A) includes a notification unit (108) for notifying healthcare professionals of the medical status of patients. The notification unit (108) includes LEDs, buzzers, and haptics that may be configured to emit alert messages in an event of power failure, low battery, and miscommunication. The device (100A) also includes a power unit (110) connected to the device (100A) through a USB Type C port. The power unit (110) includes a LiPo battery with a Battery Management System (BMS) to supply power to the device (100A) for operation. The device (100A) further includes an internet connectivity unit (112), as illustrated in FIG. 1A. The internet connectivity unit (112) may enable connection to the cloud-based platform or the centralized server through various internet connectivity components including Wi-Fi, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication), and LAN components, that form a part of the internet connectivity unit (112). The device (100A) may be configured to facilitate a connection to the cloud-based platform through the internet connectivity unit (112) thereby enabling transmission of data. However, if the connection to the cloud-based platform is lost for any reason, the device (100A) may be enabled to seamlessly switch to an offline mode and store patient data locally until the internet connectivity unit (112) restores the connection. When the connection to the cloud-based platform is restored, the device (100A) synchronizes the stored data, providing a comprehensive and continuous record of health status of patients to the user. This integration of offline and online functionality is crucial in healthcare settings where continuous and accurate patient monitoring is essential for providing appropriate medical care. Ensuring the security and confidentiality of medical data is crucial in healthcare facilities.
[0042] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device (100A) is further provided with one or more user controls (114) including buttons and switches. The user controls (114) enable the user to operate the one or more medical equipment remotely in order to keep a tab on medical status of patients. The one or more user controls (114) may also be configured to allow the user to reset configuration of the one or more medical equipment remotely in order to meet the needs of patients in real-time. The one or more user controls (114) also allow the user to conduct Remote Monitoring and Control of patients at healthcare facilities. In an aspect, the one or more user controls (114) enable healthcare professionals to observe and manage the one or more medical equipment remotely which not only enhances operational efficiency but also ensures timely interventions, significantly impacting patient care quality.
[0043] FIG. 1B illustrates a diagrammatic representation (100B) of one or more physical ports (102) of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated in the figure, the device (100A) may employ the one or more physical ports (102) and the one or more communication protocols to ensure compatibility and smooth communication between different medical devices and healthcare stations. The device (100A) may be able to potentially transform healthcare facilities into automated healthcare networks, improving efficiency, data precision, and, most importantly, overall quality of patient care. In an example embodiment of the present disclosure, the one or more communication protocols might involve LAN, Serial, I2C, CAN bus, Modbus, and Zigbee, while the one or more physical ports (102) could encompass Ethernet, DB9, USB, HDMI, and VGA. Together, the one or more protocols and the one or more physical ports (102) would create a communication infrastructure for the device (100A), allowing the device (100A) to connect to diverse medical equipment, irrespective of make, model, or operational protocols.
[0044] FIG. 1C illustrates an exemplary exploded view representation (100C) of the proposed device (100A) for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated in the figure, the device is provided with a top casing (116) that may serve as a protective cover for the device (100A). Further, the device is provided with a processing and connectivity board (118). The processing and connectivity board (118) includes the processor (104) coupled to the memory (106). In an embodiment, the processing and connectivity board (118) may be implemented as a combination of hardware and programming (for example, programmable instructions) to implement one or more functionalities of the processor (104). In the examples described herein, such combinations of hardware and programming may be implemented in several different ways. For example, the programming for the processor (104) are processor-executable instructions stored on a non-transitory machine-readable storage medium, and the hardware for the processor (104) comprises a processing resource (for example, one or more processors), to execute such instructions. In the present examples, the machine-readable storage medium stores instructions that, when executed by the processing resource, implement the processing engine(s). In such examples, the device (100A) comprises the machine-readable storage medium storing the instructions and the processing resource to execute the instructions, or the machine-readable storage medium may be separate but accessible to the device (100A) and the processing resource. In other examples, the processor (104) may be implemented by electronic circuitry.
[0045] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor (104) includes a data processing module (104a) and a data encryption module (104b). The data processing module (104a) of the processor collects data from the one or more medical equipment, transmits the collected data to a cloud-based centralized platform for decryption, analyses the decrypted data to generate a report, and displays the report to the user. The data encryption module (104b) of the processor (104) employs 256-bit encryption techniques to ensure secure transmission of the data to the cloud-based platform, where the data is subsequently decrypted to facilitate data analysis and display to a user. The 256-bit encryption technique employed by the data encryption module (104b) of the processor (104) is a highly complex key utilized to encode and decode the data to enhance data security and prevent unauthorized access or breaches of the data.
[0046] As illustrated in the figure, the device (100A) is further provided with one or more physical ports (102) for communication with the one or more medical equipment. As illustrated in the Figure, the device (100A) is designed to smoothly integrate with the one or more medical equipment in a healthcare setting, ensuring a smooth transition without disruptions. This seamless integration with the one or more medical equipment within the healthcare space is achieved through a range of communication protocols, including LAN, Serial, I2C, CAN bus, Modbus, and Zigbee, along with the one or more physical ports (102) such as Ethernet, DB9, USB, HDMI, and VGA, ensuring broad compatibility. In a practical scenario, healthcare-specific protocols like HL7, FHIR, DICOM, and IEEE 11073 might also be employed to further streamline integration within medical environments.
[0047] The device is further provided with a main casing (120) and a mounting component (122) for integration with the one or more medical equipment. The mounting component (122) may be configured for non-disruptive attachment to the one or more medical equipment. Further, the mounting component (122) may ensure compatibility with most of existing medical devices in the market. The non-disruptive mounting component (122) is configured with a plug-and-play mechanism that minimizes setup time and technical hurdles during installation of the device (100A). Cost-efficiency is a notable advantage of the mounting component (122) of the device (100A). The device (100A) negates the need for a complete overhaul of existing infrastructure or purchase of new equipment. The plug-and-play nature of the mounting component (122) ensures easy setup and integration with existing medical devices, making the device (100A) a cost-effective solution for healthcare facilities looking to upgrade their systems to smart, interconnected ones. Once implemented, the device (100A) begins operation by interfacing with the one or more medical equipment, collecting data, and transmitting the data to the centralized server or the cloud-based platform. The data, now available for real-time monitoring and analysis, opens the door for numerous smart functionalities.
[0048] FIG. 2 illustrates a diagrammatic representation (200) of the proposed device integrated with the one or more medical equipment in a healthcare facility to enable the user to monitor patients in a healthcare facility remotely forming a hospital ecosystem, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated in the fig, the hospital ecosystem is a complex network of one or more wards, one or more specialties, and the one or more medical equipment, all generating and utilizing data in different ways. The one or more wards and the one or more specialties include an Emergency Department (ED) which is the first point of contact for critical cases and is equipped with life-saving equipment. The one or more wards and the one or more specialties further include an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to cater to critically ill patients. The ICU is equipped with ventilators, monitors, and specialized devices. The one or more wards and the one or more specialties further include general wards for patients requiring less intensive care. The general wards are equipped with basic monitoring and treatment devices. The one or more wards and the one or more specialties further include surgical theatres equipped with anesthesia machines, surgical instruments, and post-operative care devices. The hospital ecosystem further includes maternity and neonatal units that are specialized for childbirth and newborn care and equipped with incubators, foetal monitors, etc. The hospital ecosystem also includes a cardiology department for treating heart-related ailments and equipped with ECG machines, cardiac monitors and an oncology department for cancer care with chemotherapy equipment and radiation therapy machines. The hospital ecosystem further includes a radiology and imaging department equipped with X-ray, MRI, and CT scan machines for diagnostics and a pathology and laboratories department for blood tests, biopsies, etc. equipped with microscopes, centrifuges, and analysers. The hospital ecosystem also includes a physiotherapy and rehabilitation department equipped with exercise equipment and electrotherapy machines and a psychiatry department to provide mental health care. Generally, in the hospital ecosystem, the one or more medical equipment used include monitors for checking vital signs, ECG, pulse oximeters, ventilators for respiratory support, infusion pumps for controlled medication delivery, diagnostic imaging units for MRI, CT, and X-ray, surgical instruments including scalpels, forceps, endoscopes, laboratory equipment including blood analysers and microscopes. The hospital ecosystem is a complex network of interconnected departments, services, and stakeholders working collaboratively to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The hospital ecosystem is designed to cater to a wide range of medical needs, from preventive care and diagnosis to treatment and rehabilitation.
[0049] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the device (100A) integrates with the one or more medical equipment (202) including medical devices associated with one or more ICU beds (204) of the hospital ecosystem. The device (100A) then collects data from medical charts (206) and electronic medical records (208) of various patients for analysis. Next, the device (100A) transmits the data in an encrypted form by applying the 256-bit encryption technique (210) to a central monitoring system (212) which may be a cloud-based platform or a centralized server. The data then gets decrypted for analysis by applying artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques (210) to facilitate remote monitoring of patients at the hospital ecosystem.
[0050] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary view of a flow diagram (300) of the method of operation of the proposed device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In an aspect of the present disclosure, the medical data is generated at the point of care, such as patient vitals in ICUs, imaging data in radiology, lab results in pathology. The data that is collected and analysed by the device (100A) includes Electronic Health Records (HER) which further includes patient history, treatment details, lab results, imaging reports. In an example embodiment of the present disclosure, the one or more medical equipment feed data directly into the EHR for a comprehensive patient profile. The data is made accessible across departments, ensuring continuity of care. Storage of the data is governed by regulations like HIPAA to ensure confidentiality. The data aids in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring patient progress which is crucial for coordinated care, facilitated by shared access to EHRs. The device (100A) may also be configured to provide telemedicine support and remote monitoring that is greatly useful for follow-up care and monitoring, contributing to the data flow.
[0051] As illustrated in the figure, the device (100A) is provided with an interface (302) for initial setup and subsequent management of operation the device (100A). The interface (302) of the device (100A) includes an internet connectivity unit and a Bluetooth connectivity unit for setting up and management of the device. Once implemented, the device (100A) commences operation by interfacing with the one or more medical equipment, collecting data, and transmitting the to the centralized system or the cloud-based platform. The data, now available for real-time monitoring and analysis, opens the door for several smart functionalities. The smart functionalities include analysis of data from ICU monitors (like heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels) to predict patient deterioration or sepsis before it becomes critical, allowing for earlier intervention, analysis of X-rays, MRI, and CT scans for quicker and more accurate diagnosis of conditions like fractures, tumours, or strokes, tailor treatments for individual patients, considering their genetics, environment, and lifestyle, analysis of data from wearable devices to manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, by predicting blood sugar level fluctuations and advising on insulin doses, and analysis of data from remote monitoring devices, alerting healthcare providers to any anomalies that may indicate a need for intervention.
[0052] The data that is collected from the one or more medical equipment is processed and analysed by the processor (104). The processor (104) is provided with a data segregation unit (104-1), a data encryption unit (104-2), and a data sharing unit (104-3). The data segregation unit (104-1) segregates the collected data into one or more packets based on datatype. The data encryption unit (104-2) encrypts the one or more data packets to ensure secure transfer of the data to the cloud server (304). Next, the data sharing unit (104-3) shares the data with the client server to facilitate remote monitoring of patients and remote operation and monitoring of the one or more medical equipment at healthcare facilities. The data sharing unit (104-3) shares the data with the cloud server (304) through the internet connectivity unit (112). In an event of internet connectivity failure, the device (100A) may seamlessly switch to an offline mode, storing the data locally in an encrypted form in the memory (106) until internet connectivity is restored. When the connectivity is restored, the device (100A) synchronizes the stored data, providing a comprehensive and continuous record of the patient's health status. This integration of offline and online functionality is crucial in healthcare settings where continuous and accurate patient monitoring is essential for providing appropriate medical care. The cloud server (304) is operatively integrated with a cloud database (306) for storing the data for decryption and analysis. The cloud server (304) is further enabled to communicate bidirectionally with a display unit (308) to display medical reports to the user.
[0053] Components described above are meant only to exemplify various possibilities. In no way should the aforementioned exemplary computer system limit the scope of the present disclosure.
[0054] If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or “might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[0055] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0056] Moreover, in interpreting the specification, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms “comprises” and “comprising” should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. Where the specification claims refer to at least one of something selected from the group consisting of A, B, C….and N, the text should be interpreted as requiring only one element from the group, not A plus N, or B plus N, etc.
[0057] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention, other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are comprised to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
[0058] The proposed invention overcomes the above drawback, limitations, and shortcomings associated with the existing systems for integrating medical equipment for remote operation and monitoring of patients.
[0059] The present disclosure provides a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time that can be easily installed and configured by service personnel or Biomedical Engineers, facilitating a non-disruptive implementation.
[0060] The present disclosure provides a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to provide a highly adaptable solution that can integrate with any medical device regardless of its make, model, or operating protocols, thereby broadening the scope of interoperability within the healthcare ecosystem.
[0061] The present disclosure provides a system and method for device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to ensure robust connectivity through various protocols, guaranteeing continuous data transmission while adhering to stringent cybersecurity measures for data privacy, compliance with regulatory frameworks.
[0062] The present disclosure provides a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time for centrally managing and integrating diverse medical devices and systems within a healthcare facility, ensuring seamless communication and data sharing.
[0063] The present disclosure provides a device for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment in real-time to enhance operational efficiency and clinical decision-making in healthcare settings.
, Claims:1. A device (100A) for enabling integration and remote operation and monitoring of one or more medical equipment (202) in real-time, the device (100A) comprising:
one or more physical ports (102) for communication with the one or more medical equipment (202);
a mounting component (122) for integration with the one or more medical equipment (202);
a processor (104); and
a memory (106) coupled to the processor (104), wherein the memory (106) comprises processor-executable instructions, which on execution, causes the processor (104) to:
collect data from the one or more medical equipment (202);
transmit the collected data to a cloud-based centralized platform for decryption;
analyse the decrypted data to generate a report; and
display the report to a user in a display unit (308).
2. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the data is collected from the one or more medical equipment (202) by applying communication protocols comprising LAN, Serial, I2C, CAN bus, Modbus, and Zigbee through the one or more physical ports (102) comprising Ethernet, DB9, USB, HDMI, and VGA.
3. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the collected data is segregated into a plurality of packets based on datatype for seamless transmission.
4. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the mounting component (122) is configured to apply a non-disruptive, plug-and-play mounting technique to integrate with the one or more medical equipment (202).
5. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the collected data is stored locally during connectivity failure and updated in real-time upon re-establishment of connectivity.
6. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the data is encrypted by applying 256-bit encryption techniques to prevent unauthorized access or breaches of sensitive data.
7. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the data is analysed to enable real-time and remote monitoring of patients at healthcare facilities.
8. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the analysis facilitates linking of identifiers comprising patient ID, bed ID, and device ID for accurate data mapping and retrieval of information.
9. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the report comprises detailed information pertaining to medical status of patients and notifications of critical events comprising power failure, low battery, and miscommunication.
10. The device (100A) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user operates the one or more medical equipment (202) remotely based on the report.