For over 70 years, Stryker has been a partner in patient transport for hospitals and health systems around the world. After a sudden illness left him paralysed from the chest down, world-renowned architect and designer Michael Graves sought out the Medical division of Stryker to form a strategic partnership.
The goal of this partnership was to improve the healing environment for both patients and caregivers. In addition to intense collaborative research between Stryker and the Michael Graves Design Group, Michael offered his firsthand perspective on the functionality and aesthetics lacking in the standard wheelchair – a chair that has only seen about a half-dozen major improvements since 1933.
Through this collaboration, patient perspective has been married with innovation and design in the Prime TC Transport Chair. Together, Stryker and the Michael Graves Design Group are improving the patient journey through this simple, safe and reliable solution to seated patient transport and, by doing so, are elevating the perception of organisations’ quality and standard of care.
When it comes to the patient experience, details matter. That is why every aspect of the Prime TC Transport Chair is designed to create a welcoming environment that speaks volumes to caregivers, patients and their family members. Obvious touchpoints help make operation intuitive for all users. BackSmart® ergonomics have been incorporated into the design to reduce the bending and reaching associated with caregiver injury. A rigid frame helps enhance durability while reducing the risk of theft. This investment in the well-being of patients and caregivers tells them you care about their comfort and safety – it tells them that they matter.
Positive Experience, Positive Outcomes
In addition to patient and caregiver safety, the patient experience is critical to the success of your organisation. Prime TC is designed to help reduce the risk of adverse events like patient falls and infection, while enhancing the patient experience, all in an effort to maximise your reimbursements.
Prime TC continues Stryker’s legacy of quality and innovation, which is backed by an unprecedented 3-year warranty. To further protect your investment, consider a ProCare Agreement that will help ensure your fleet is always running at optimal performance.
Space-saving, Theft-resistant Design
The rigid frame of the Prime TC helps prevent theft, while the nesting design allows you to save valuable space throughout your facility.
Comforting Aesthetics
Designers, like Michael Graves, understand that a clean, healing environment can have a significant impact on the healing process. The same sensibility is applied to the visually appealing Prime TC Transport Chair. The open and welcoming design visually communicates cleanliness, healing and an enhanced level of care. Prime TC also feels right at home with other medical equipment and furniture.
Case Study
Together with Dorset County hospital we were able to launch the first Prime TC case study. The case study depicts staff efficiency and satisfaction with Prime TC. Over a period of two months Dorset County hospital conducted a satisfaction and efficiency survey concerning the new transport chairs. The survey was distributed amongst hospital staff from numerous departments that have been working with Prime TC. The survey addresses the movability, efficiency, ergonomics and satisfaction with the transport chair. Amongst other findings, 96% of the staff confirmed their satisfaction with Prime TC. For further information please read the full case study on http://patienthandling-eu.stryker.com/en-gb
