MADRID, Spain, June 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EchoNous, a leader in AI-
enabled point-of-care ultrasound systems (POCUS), is excited to announce the
installation of 157 Kosmos units in more than 150 primary care centers across
Madrid, Spain. Known for its user-friendly design, the handheld Kosmos system
simplifies access to diagnostic-grade imaging, enabling users of various
experience levels to perform accurate ultrasound assessments.
The installation aligns with Spain's initiative to expand the capabilities of
its primary care centers and reduce hospital congestion. Traditionally,
hospitals have been the sole source of ultrasound examinations for Spanish
citizens. As a result, many hospitals have become overcrowded, often forcing new
patients to wait several months to receive diagnoses for myriad conditions.
By empowering primary care physicians with Kosmos, Madrid aims to make primary
care centers the first stop for patients requiring ultrasound examinations,
removing pressure from hospitals. Kosmos offers numerous advanced features such
as AI-driven anatomical labeling and precise view identification, allowing the
user to examine the patient and determine whether a hospital visit is necessary
in minutes.
Administering ultrasound examinations as early as possible also increases the
efficiency of Madrid's healthcare system. Patients who are confirmed healthy
will be diverted from hospitals while patients who require further investigation
will face fewer delays between vital examinations.
"Kosmos helps family physicians perform ultrasounds with remarkable simplicity,"
said a Madrid physician involved in the Kosmos rollout. "The equipment
brilliantly supports the core objectives of introducing ultrasounds to Madrid's
primary care space: reducing unnecessary patient referrals, and optimizing care
for people who actually need hospital service."
The implementation of Kosmos positions Spain as a leader in the global adoption
of portable ultrasound imaging. In addition to expanding access to ultrasound
services, the technology provides AI-driven guidance to assist each user's
formal ultrasound training.
"At EchoNous, our vision is to put Kosmos in the hands of more healthcare
professionals while shortening the path of becoming proficient with ultrasound
technology," said Graham Cox, CEO of EchoNous. "This partnership is going to
bring advanced diagnostic capabilities to millions of people, redefining the
concept of primary care as we know it."
About EchoNous:
Based in Redmond, Washington, EchoNous is reshaping the landscape of point-of-
care ultrasound. By fusing unparalleled ultrasound performance with industry-
leading AI, EchoNous provides clinicians with rapid, accurate insights,
improving patient outcomes across healthcare environments. For more information,
visit www.echonous.com (http://www.echonous.com).
Luke Baldwin
Vice President Global Marketing
luke.baldwin@echonous.com (mailto:luke.baldwin@echonous.com)
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