Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2021-2025
Title: Innovations by Madhu Thomas in Patient Support Systems
Introduction
Madhu Thomas is an accomplished inventor based in London, Canada. She has made significant contributions to the field of patient support systems, holding a total of 6 patents. Her work focuses on enhancing caregiver assistance and improving patient care through innovative technologies.
Latest Patents
One of her latest patents is titled "Patient support systems and methods for assisting caregivers with patient care." This invention provides a patient support system that features customized user menus. The system includes a patient support apparatus, a user interface for receiving input, and a display for showing user menus or information. The user menus represent the operational functions of the patient support apparatus. A controller customizes the user menu based on various factors, including usage characteristics and patient conditions. The user interface may consist of a touchscreen or a mobile device that can be coupled to the patient support apparatus. Additionally, methods for improving patient care through the customized user menu are disclosed.
Another notable patent is for a "Person support apparatus with adjustable exit detection zones." This invention involves a support apparatus, such as a bed or stretcher, equipped with an exit detection system featuring multiple user-selectable zones. An alert is triggered when the occupant crosses a boundary of the selected zone. The boundaries can be adjusted based on the condition of the support apparatus or the initial location of the occupant.
Career Highlights
Madhu Thomas is currently employed at Stryker Corporation, a leading company in medical technology. Her work at Stryker has allowed her to develop and refine her innovative ideas in patient support systems.
Collaborations
Throughout her career, Madhu has collaborated with talented individuals such as Christopher Alan George and Sujay Sukumaran. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of her inventions and the overall improvement of patient care technologies.
Conclusion
Madhu Thomas is a pioneering inventor whose work in patient support systems has the potential to transform caregiver assistance and enhance patient care. Her innovative patents reflect her commitment to improving healthcare through technology.