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Exoskeletons for Clinics: Apogee+ at RoMed Kliniken
- Exonr Technology
- Nov 18, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 25, 2024
German Bionic Apogee+ exoskeletons are being deployed at RoMed Kliniken in Rosenheim to assist nursing staff.
Germany is facing a shortage of around 100,000 nurses, with one in five hospital beds left unused due to a lack of skilled workers. RoMed Kliniken, anticipating further shortages as many experienced nurses near retirement, has partnered with Berlin-based German Bionic to address this issue. The Apogee+ exoskeletons, powered by AI, are designed to help nursing staff by reducing physical strain during daily tasks, making work safer and more sustainable.
Video source: German Bionic
Today I want to share an in-depth, TV feature by regional broadcaster rfo in Bavaria, about the fleet of German Bionic Apogee+ exoskeletons in action at RoMed Kliniken in Rosenheim.
The 16-minute report looks into the various facets of the successful integration of the Apogee devices, highlighting how they are transforming the caregiving experience and explores this from the perspectives of the carers, patients and clinic managment.
One of the standout benefits of the Apogee+ is how it enhances the well-being of nursing professionals. As Nikolai Nolf, a caregiver using the Apogee+ exoskeleton at the RoMed Kliniken, puts it:
“At the end of the day, you feel less strain on your back, and you leave work feeling more at ease, having been able to complete tasks more easily.”
This improved comfort and reduced physical strain make a significant difference in daily work life.
But beyond personal safety and comfort, the TV piece also revealed how the Apogee+ exosuits are also addressing broader challenges in healthcare. As RoMed’s Director of Nursing Judith Hantl-Merget says, with 30% of the clinic’s care staff nearing retirement and a nationwide shortfall of 100,000 caregivers, it’s clear that this technology is part of the solution. By investing in exoskeletons, RoMed Kliniken is not only making the job more attractive but also meeting the urgent need for increased productivity in healthcare. Nikolai Nolf notes:
“You can definitely tell that certain mobilizations, which you might not have been able to manage alone before, are now possible with the device. You don’t need a second person for help anymore. I’ll definitely keep using it in the future—and keep promoting it."
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