In a groundbreaking move, Crescent Regional Hospital in Texas has become the first healthcare facility in the United States to employ hologram technology in patient consultations. The hospital, located in Lancaster, has installed the "Holobox," a state-of-the-art 3D system designed by Dutch company Holoconnects.

The Holobox is an 86-inch tall display that projects a life-sized hologram of a doctor, allowing them to conduct real-time consultations with patients at a clinic located 30 miles away. With only an internet connection and access to electricity needed, the technology offers convenience and efficiency for both doctors and patients.

The hologram display features high-quality graphics, anti-glare glass, transparent LCD screen, and hi-fi speakers, providing a realistic and life-size representation of the doctor. The hologram can be a pre-recorded video or a live real-time video, enhancing the virtual consultation experience.

Crescent Regional Hospital CEO, Raji Kumar, expressed excitement about the potential of this technology, stating, "There's so much artificial intelligence, robotic technology, so many things. So, I'm super excited about being able to bring some of this technology to North Texas."

The managing director of Holoconnects for North America, Steve Stirling, highlighted the impact this technology could have on patient care. He explained, "It has the potential to revolutionize the access and sense of relationship between patients and their healthcare professionals. We can provide real-time, life-like access from distant locations, which provide patients with access to levels of specialty care from anywhere in the world and also save doctors one of their most precious commodities - time!"

By implementing hologram technology, doctors at Crescent Regional Hospital can now conduct consultations with patients remotely, eliminating the need for frequent travel between the hospital and its clinic in Farmers Branch, located 30 miles away. This development greatly reduces the time and effort required for pre-operative, post-operative, and follow-up appointments.

Kumar plans to expand the use of holographic studios throughout the hospital and doctors' offices, ensuring that more physicians can benefit from this innovative approach to patient care. Moreover, she aims to extend this technology to rural hospitals, enabling patients in underserved areas to access specialized care without having to travel long distances.

Holoconnects is currently developing the Holobox Mini, a compact version of the holographic display that can be easily transported. The company hopes that more hospitals will adopt hologram programs to address the shortage of medical professionals and improve access to healthcare.

This groundbreaking implementation of hologram technology is revolutionizing the doctor-patient relationship, offering real-time and lifelike interactions regardless of the geographical distance. Crescent Regional Hospital's pioneering efforts serve as an inspiration for other medical facilities to explore similar technological advancements in the pursuit of enhanced patient care and convenience.