Singapore’s National University Health System (NUHS) has formed a strategic partnership with GSMA Foundry to accelerate innovation in healthcare through the deployment of 5G and artificial intelligence technologies.
The collaboration, announced Tuesday, will focus on developing and testing new applications for 5G-enabled healthcare solutions, aiming to improve patient care and operational efficiency. Areas of exploration include remote patient monitoring, AI-assisted diagnostics, and enhanced telehealth services, according to statements released by both organizations.
GSMA Foundry, the innovation arm of the GSMA, will contribute its expertise in mobile technology and its network of partners, while NUHS will provide clinical insights and access to its healthcare facilities. The partnership intends to leverage the low latency and high bandwidth capabilities of 5G to support real-time data transmission and processing, crucial for applications like remote surgery and advanced medical imaging.
This initiative builds on the growing recognition of 5G’s potential to transform healthcare delivery. Standalone 5G networks, which are becoming increasingly prevalent, are seen as a key enabler for advanced applications, bridging the gap towards 5G-Advanced technologies, according to a recent report by Dell’Oro Group.
NUHS aims to create AI-enabled hospitals, enhancing services through data-driven insights and automation. The partnership with GSMA Foundry is a significant step towards realizing this vision, offering a platform for collaborative development and testing of cutting-edge healthcare solutions.
Details regarding specific pilot projects and timelines for deployment have not yet been disclosed. Representatives from both NUHS and GSMA Foundry have not responded to requests for further comment.
