Center for Integration of Medicine and Innovative Technology (CIMIT) Transforming Healthcare Delivery Through Collaboration and Technological Solutions
CIMIT fosters collaboration among world-class experts in translational medicine, science and engineering, in concert with industry, foundations and government, to rapidly improve patient care by catalyzing the discovery, development and implementation of innovative solutions to pressing clinical problems. LEARN MORE»
NOTES: Natural Orifice Translumenal Endoscopic Surgery A novel approach to performing surgical procedures without making incisions on body's surface or scarring
NOTES utilizes flexible endoscopes through the mouth, anus or vagina to enter the abdominal, pelvic and thoracic cavities. By choosing NOTES in 2008, CIMIT is helping pioneer the next generation of innovation in MIS and is the world's single largest backer of this procedure.
Label-Free Viral Detection for CD4 A portable CD4 cell counting system for HIV monitoring specifically designed for resource-poor markets and developing countries
Supported by a CIMIT Innovation Grant within its Biodetection and Sepsis Control Program, the Daktari CD4 brings this essential blood test to parts of the world where millions of people now have access to life-saving drugs, yet cannot receive the best treatment due to inadequate diagnostics.
Aingeal: Low-Cost, Wireless Vitals Monitor An affordable, small, wearable, wireless device that monitors vital signs of patients, with an emphasis on respiratory rate
Supported by a CIMIT Innovation Grant within its Clinical Systems Innovation (CSI) Program, Aingeal reduces false alarms, allows for more virtual dissemination of alarms and simplifies clinical workflow. CIMIT envisions this user driven innovative system to be in clinical use within 2 years.
Brightcove Tempate: A video player with overlay controls that appear on user rollover. Players using this template can be scaled to match the dimensions of video files.
HanGenix Hand Hygiene Solution A comprehensive solution based on an integrated system for monitoring, reminding and capturing hand hygiene compliance data
HanGenix, the first company spun out of the CIMIT Accelerator, is focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections (HAI) by installing a technology solution that automatically monitors hand hygiene stations, alerts workers if they have not cleaned their hands within patient care zones and documents their compliance.
Brightcove Tempate: A video player with overlay controls that appear on user rollover. Players using this template can be scaled to match the dimensions of video files.
Robopsy: Image-Guided Medical Robotics A small, affordable tool that helps radiologists perform soft tissue probe insertions with greater speed and accuracy and reduced complications
Invented by an MIT 2.75 team led by CIMIT Investigator Rajiv Gupta, MD, robopsy adheres to a patient inside the CT bore. Guided by radiologists, it remotely grips, orients and inserts a standard biopsy needle, or other probe, while permitting simultaneous imaging of the needle location.
APF: Ambulatory Practice of the Future
A new approach to patient-centric primary care medicine using teams, smart technology and innovative space and processes
As part of the CIMIT Integrated Clinical Environments Initiative (ICE), the MGH APF is an innovative learning lab functioning as a primary care clinic for employees and their spouses. This IT rich environment includes virtual visits and remote conferencing, consulting, scheduling and check-in.
Closed-Loop Seizure Detection Device A technique using machine learning algorithms to detect seizures and electromagnets to stimulate the vagus nerve to stop them
With the ultimate goal to remove unpredictability out of the equation for epilepsy patients, the CIMIT Neurotechnology Program is working on a system to detect and prevent seizures. An experimental hospital study at BIDMC using this new device has shown great promise.
COMETS: Combat Medic Training System An interactive, full body trauma casualty system that reacts autonomously to an extensive range of situations
CIMIT's Simulation Program creates tools and environments where care providers can develop, test and refine patient care approaches. Projects like COMETS, emphasizing the unique needs of soldiers, allow them to practice in environments similar to where care will be given.
Integrated Clinical EnvironmentsNeuroHealth, PTSD & TBI Industry I Foundation Engagement Homebase & Warfighter CareAccelerator
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