Following a successful pilot program, PACE Cardiology today announced the completion of a targeted pilot deployment of Scienza Health's digitalhumanOS™ technology, focusing on patient intake automation, clinical transcription, EHR integration, and cognitive screening for ablation surgery patients, who face a 30% risk of cognitive complications post-procedure.
PACE Cardiology piloted a focused implementation of Scienza's digitalhumanOS™ technology to address critical needs in ablation surgery patient care, particularly the significant cognitive screening requirements for patients who face increased cognitive risk following cardiac ablation procedures.
"With 30% of ablation surgery patients experiencing cognitive issues after surgery, we needed a reliable, efficient system for cognitive screening and documentation," said Dr. Yaariv Khaykin, Director at PACE Cardiology. "The pilot results demonstrated clear value in automating patient intake, ensuring accurate transcription, and providing consistent cognitive assessment protocols."
The targeted pilot focused on four key areas: automated patient intake processing to streamline pre-procedure workflows, real-time clinical transcription during patient encounters, direct EHR integration for seamless documentation, and standardized cognitive screening protocols specifically designed for ablation patients at risk for post-surgical cognitive complications.
The pilot demonstrated significant improvements in workflow efficiency while ensuring comprehensive cognitive assessment for this high-risk patient population. The AI-powered system provided consistent, standardized cognitive screening that helps identify potential issues early in the care continuum.
About PACE Cardiology: PACE Cardiology leverages strategic partnerships with leading Canadian healthcare institutions to deliver world-class cardiovascular care. Through affiliations with Southlake Regional Health Centre—a recognized leader in cardiovascular excellence—Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, and Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, PACE ensures rapid diagnostic-to-treatment pathways including diagnostic angiography, angioplasty, ablation procedures, cardiac device therapy, structural heart interventions, and cardiac surgery. These partnerships enable seamless patient transitions with complete diagnostic coordination and comprehensive consultation protocols.
Focused Pilot Results for High-Risk Patient Population
The targeted pilot addressed critical needs for ablation surgery patients who face increased cognitive risk:
- Automated patient intake processing streamlined pre-procedure workflows and reduced administrative burden
- Real-time clinical transcription ensured accurate documentation during patient encounters
- Direct EHR integration eliminated manual data entry and improved record accuracy
- Standardized cognitive screening protocols provided consistent assessment for post-ablation cognitive monitoring
- AI-powered voice analysis enabled early detection of cognitive changes in high-risk ablation patients
- Streamlined workflow allowed clinicians to focus more time on direct patient care and surgical planning
"The pilot validated our hypothesis that AI can significantly improve both efficiency and patient care quality for ablation patients. With 30% of our ablation patients at risk for cognitive complications, having consistent, automated screening protocols is invaluable for early detection and intervention."
— Dr. Yaariv Khaykin, Director at PACE Cardiology
Strategic Pilot Validation for Cardiac Ablation Care
The successful PACE Cardiology pilot establishes the foundation for specialized cardiac ablation patient care:
- Cognitive Risk Management: Targeted screening protocols for the 30% of ablation patients who experience post-surgical cognitive issues
- Clinical Workflow Integration: Seamless patient intake and transcription automation optimized for cardiac procedures
- EHR Integration Excellence: Direct documentation and data flow reducing manual entry errors and improving care coordination
- Specialized Cardiac Focus: Pilot designed specifically for the unique needs of cardiac ablation patient populations
The pilot's success in addressing the specific cognitive screening needs of ablation patients demonstrates the potential for specialized AI applications in cardiac care, particularly for high-risk patient populations requiring enhanced monitoring protocols.
The focused pilot demonstrated significant workflow improvements in patient intake processing, documentation accuracy, and cognitive screening consistency. With 30% of ablation patients at risk for cognitive complications, the standardized AI-powered screening protocols provide crucial early detection capabilities for this vulnerable population.
