The Princess Grace Hospital Centre has unveiled its new AI-powered SmartSpeed MRI module, which promises a faster examination process, improved diagnostics and enhanced patient care.
Monaco Life attended the inauguration of the new SmartSpeed MRI module at the Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace (CHPG) on 12th March, an event that marked a significant advancement in medical imaging technology for the institution.
The event was also attended by Christophe Robino, Minister of Social Affairs and Health for Monaco, Benoîte Rousseau de Sevelinges, the director of the CHPG, and philanthropist Dmitry Rybolovlev, whose donation made the acquisition of this cutting-edge equipment possible.
“This innovation marks a significant step in the CHPG’s ongoing commitment to providing patients with the highest quality healthcare,” said Rousseau de Sevelinges during her speech.
The CHPG director also expressed her gratitude to Rybolovlev, stating, “Thanks to your generous and constant support, our hospital has been able to integrate major medical innovations, thus improving the care provided to our patients.”
Rybolovlev, who worked as a doctor before entering the business world, said, “I thank CHPG and its director for allowing me to contribute to modernising its equipment. Rapid and accurate diagnosis is crucial, and it’s wonderful that Monaco now has advanced technology to detect various diseases, including strokes. I’m happy to support the hospital and the Principality’s residents once again.”
Meanwhile, Minister Robino noted the potential of AI to revolutionise the healthcare sector, saying, “This technology opens new possibilities for predictive medicine and early disease detection.”
The SmartSpeed MRI module, powered by artificial intelligence, significantly enhances the imaging process by accelerating exam times by up to threefold while improving image quality. As mentioned by Rybolovlev, the new module is expected to be particularly effective in the diagnosis and treatment of strokes, allowing for faster response times and improved patient outcomes.
The head of the CHPG’s Breast Ultrasound Unit, Dr Mathieu Liberatore, told Monaco Life, “This technology allows us to work faster and streamline our examination processes. We can deliver optimal results and necessary diagnostics in a much shorter timeframe, reducing stress for patients.”
He further explained, “Previously, [patients] would spend 15 to 20 minutes in the MRI machine, which can be challenging, especially for those with anxiety. With the SmartSpeed module, exams will take just three to four minutes, greatly improving the patient experience.”
In addition to reducing examination times, the SmartSpeed MRI module offers broader compatibility, enhancing the CHPG’s diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.
“Its compatibility with 97% of clinical protocols expands diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities, allowing for more comprehensive and personalised patient care,” noted Rousseau de Sevelinges.
Dr Liberatore also pointed out that the module enhances the hospital’s response to urgent cases, telling Monaco Life, “The new SmartSpeed module increases image processing and quality by 30%. This will also enhance the handling of urgent cases, allowing us to identify critical conditions more quickly and begin treatment without delay.”
This latest addition complements the CHPG’s already advanced MRI equipment, which has operated High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology since 2021 for the non-invasive treatment of uterine fibroids. This treatment is currently available in only two hospitals within France and Monaco.
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