Masimo
AIR Smart Glasses
The Augmented
Interactive Reality
(AIR) Smart Glasses
generated considerable
buzz on the floor, with
Masimo's booth teem-
ing with anesthesiolo-
gists watching regular-
ly scheduled presenta-
tions on the company's
latest prototype in
information connectivity solutions. AIR Glasses feature a heads-up dis-
play that lets providers view relevant patient information, real-time
monitoring or device data without taking their eyes off the patient. If
cleared by the FDA, the glasses will let providers upload specifically
chosen data that they can then choose when and how often to access.
Incredibly, the wearer reaches out into air to "touch" the controls he
sees on the heads-up display. It really is futuristic and fun to see in
action.
There's no doubt this is impressive technology that any tech-loving
provider would want to try. Will it catch on in the mainstream? I'm not
sure the constant stream of clinical data in a heads-up display is need-
ed for every patient, and I'd be concerned about sensory overload
after wearing the glasses for a full day of surgery. That said, this is an
exciting prototype that offers a glimpse into the potential future of
anesthesia care.
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z FUTURISTIC LOOK Masimo
hopes its AIR Smart Glasses
revolutionize anesthesia care.
