Child playing with Ambient Experience Ollie theme on wall, prior to MRI exam and technician guiding.

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Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching

Providing children a positive healthcare experience in pediatric radiology

Enhancing the imaging experience for pediatric patients can help reduce the need for sedation^[1]. As a result, the Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching solution has been designed with the patient journey in mind. It puts children at ease by using preparation and active relaxation techniques that can support positive patient outcomes. Reduced anxiety and stress can lead to better compliance, smoother workflows and faster patient throughput. Most importantly, it empowers children with a positive pediatric radiology experience.

Ambient Experience

Pediatric Coaching prepares young patients for an effective MRI exam

A holistic solution to help alleviate issues associated with fear and anxiety and prepares and guides children for their MRI exam at home, in the hospital and during the scan.

57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic
57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic
A children-centered-care study in Denmark, where they used the Philips Kitten Scanner and Ambient Experience with In-bore Connect, reported that the use of General Anesthetics for MRI in children aged 4–6 was reduced from 57% to 5%^[1].
89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared
89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared
for their exam with the Scan Buddy app^[2].
96-100%
answered correctly
96-100%
answered correctly
The app's learning goals (e.g., lying still, MRI sounds) were met by correctly answered quiz questions and were able to explain them^[2].
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Pediatric coaching: putting young patients at ease

The Philips Pediatric Coaching solution for MRI consists of the Scan Buddy mobile app (at home), the Kitten Scanner (at the hospital) and MR In-bore Connect (during the scan) to ease young children's stress during MRI exams. Through play-based activities and augmented reality, the solution engages and guides the child, improving their overall experience. Pediatric Coaching is part of the Philips Ambient Experience portfolio.

One minute video on the Philips Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching solution.

The FIT (Familiarize, Inform, Train) Framework – appealing to a child’s sense of wonder

With FIT there are three types of learning styles that are thoughtfully addressed: Visual learner who learns through seeing; Auditory learner who learns through hearing; and Kinesthetic learner who learns through doing. The FIT framework is a carefully considered approach to address the relevant learning goals of a child.

The Scan Buddy – a gamified mobile app

The Scan Buddy app (for use at home) is a gamified app for Apple³ and Android⁴ devices containing an educational video and games to help children familiarize themselves with the MRI scanner. Lovable scan buddy characters like Ollie playfully guide the child through the MRI scan journey. The app offers a positive distraction for the child to help them feel more in control. The app is available in 25 languages.

Child playing with the Scan Buddy app at home

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Pediatric patient preparation and guidance promotes a smoother, safer, and more positive MRI experience.

Better preparation for children's MRI scans brings significant economic benefits. Educated and calm children reduce the need for sedation, cutting costs related to medication and recovery time. Faster, more efficient scans can mean fewer retakes, saving technician time and machine usage. Improved preparation can also lessen the need for additional staff. Overall, these factors lead to cost savings for medical facilities and more streamlined, effective use of resources.

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Girl lying on MRI bed, before the MRI procedure with In-bore Connect and technician reassuring.

I feel proud when children enter the exam room for the first time and experience the 'wow' effect. The biggest value is that we can scan them without the additional anxiety associated with needle procedures. It enables us to obtain the necessary images while providing the children with a pleasant experience.

Dr. Dobromiła Barańska

Radiologist

The Polish Mother’s Memorial Hospital Research Institute, Lodz, Poland

Girl on bed with headcoil and mirror just before the MRI exam with Ambient Experience In-bore Connect

Documentation

Ambient Experience general brochure

PDF|(1.67 MB)

Philips Pediatric Coaching solution

PDF|(850.50 KB)

Scope of Delivery for the Pediatric Coaching solution

PDF|(354.95 KB)

Hospital flyer - Preparing your child for an MRI exam

PDF|(384.76 KB)

Creating a positive patient experience with Ambient Experience In-bore Connect

Learn how Herlev Gentofte University Hospital improved their MRI patient experience and department throughput with Ambient Experience In-Bore Connect

Philips Ambient Experience In-bore Connect

Footnotes

Runge SB, et al. Children centered care: Minimizing the need for anesthesia with a multifaceted concept for MRI in children aged 4–6. European Journal of Radiology. 2018;107: 183–187.
Saini et al. Scan Buddy: A Gamified App to Prepare Children for an MRI Scan https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05311-5_4.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Android is a trademark of Google LLC..
In-bore Connect Pediatric License requires Philips Ambient Experience with In-bore Connect (sold separately).

Disclaimer

Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.

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Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching

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Providing children a positive healthcare experience in pediatric radiology

Ambient Experience

Pediatric Coaching prepares young patients for an effective MRI exam

A holistic solution to help alleviate issues associated with fear and anxiety and prepares and guides children for their MRI exam at home, in the hospital and during the scan.

57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic
57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic
A children-centered-care study in Denmark, where they used the Philips Kitten Scanner and Ambient Experience with In-bore Connect, reported that the use of General Anesthetics for MRI in children aged 4–6 was reduced from 57% to 5%^[1].
89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared
89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared
for their exam with the Scan Buddy app^[2].
96-100%
answered correctly
96-100%
answered correctly
The app's learning goals (e.g., lying still, MRI sounds) were met by correctly answered quiz questions and were able to explain them^[2].
Download

Pediatric coaching: putting young patients at ease

The FIT (Familiarize, Inform, Train) Framework – appealing to a child’s sense of wonder

The Scan Buddy – a gamified mobile app

Image gallery

Pediatric patient preparation and guidance promotes a smoother, safer, and more positive MRI experience.

View MR 5300

I feel proud when children enter the exam room for the first time and experience the 'wow' effect. The biggest value is that we can scan them without the additional anxiety associated with needle procedures. It enables us to obtain the necessary images while providing the children with a pleasant experience.

Dr. Dobromiła Barańska

Radiologist

The Polish Mother’s Memorial Hospital Research Institute, Lodz, Poland

Documentation

Ambient Experience general brochure

PDF|(1.67 MB)

Philips Pediatric Coaching solution

PDF|(850.50 KB)

Scope of Delivery for the Pediatric Coaching solution

PDF|(354.95 KB)

Hospital flyer - Preparing your child for an MRI exam

PDF|(384.76 KB)

Creating a positive patient experience with Ambient Experience In-bore Connect

Learn how Herlev Gentofte University Hospital improved their MRI patient experience and department throughput with Ambient Experience In-Bore Connect

Footnotes

Runge SB, et al. Children centered care: Minimizing the need for anesthesia with a multifaceted concept for MRI in children aged 4–6. European Journal of Radiology. 2018;107: 183–187.
Saini et al. Scan Buddy: A Gamified App to Prepare Children for an MRI Scan https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05311-5_4.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Android is a trademark of Google LLC..
In-bore Connect Pediatric License requires Philips Ambient Experience with In-bore Connect (sold separately).

Disclaimer

Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.

Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching

Providing children a positive healthcare experience in pediatric radiology

57% to 5%

57% to 5%reduction in use of general anesthetic

89%

89%of parents felt children were well-prepared

96-100%

96-100%answered correctly

Image gallery

Documentation

Ambient Experience Pediatric Coaching

Providing children a positive healthcare experience in pediatric radiology

57% to 5%

57% to 5%reduction in use of general anesthetic

89%

89%of parents felt children were well-prepared

96-100%

96-100%answered correctly

Image gallery

Documentation

57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic

89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared

96-100%
answered correctly

57% to 5%
reduction in use of general anesthetic

89%
of parents felt children were well-prepared

96-100%
answered correctly