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Healthcare organizations like AdventHealth and Tampa General Hospital have signed deals with Verizon Business for Neutral Host and Private 5G Networks. These networks are being increasingly sought after by healthcare CIOs due to growing data needs, device density, and diversifying user groups. The unique combination of networks aids the diverse connectivity needs of devices, user groups, and data capabilities on healthcare campuses.
Verizon Business Partners with Health Care Providers to Expand 5G Networks
Health care providers such as AdventHealth and Tampa General Hospital have recently teamed up with Verizon Business to implement Neutral Host or combination Neutral Host and Private 5G Networks. The increasing pressure on data needs, device density and user group diversity have been the driving factors behind this new trend among Health Care CIOs. These Verizon 5G solutions cater to both public-network and private 5G use cases.
Healthcare facilities are facing unparalleled operational complexity due to the surge in electronic patient records, specialized connected equipment, and telehealth – all contributing to a massive influx of healthcare data. The challenge lies in managing the data and preventing potential bottlenecks that could hinder clinicians and administrators.
With health care campuses evolving to accommodate various network user groups, Verizon Business’ Neutral Host and Private 5G Networks have proven to be a viable solution for managing complex data needs. This year, on-premises wireless networking deals have been successfully executed with top providers including AdventHealth and Tampa General Hospital.
In the rapidly digitalizing healthcare sector, the Verizon Neutral Host and Private 5G Network combination effectively addresses the burgeoning connectivity needs of diverse device sets, user groups and data capabilities. Some primary beneficiaries of these network solutions:
- Devices – including connected hospital equipment for care provision, administrative/office equipment for operations, and personal devices for general use.
- User Groups – including doctors, nurses, and care providers; executives, administrators, and technical/research experts; patients, visitors, and staff onsite.
- Capabilities – catering to the growing density of connected devices; varying security, bandwidth, and capability requirements for diverse user groups; flexible connectivity for business continuity and future-proofing for facility expansions and transformations.
Verizon’s Neutral Host Network allows the general public to obtain a strengthened mobile signal on a specific premises via dedicated network infrastructure. Additionally, secure, high-bandwidth/low-latency Private 5G Networks can be deployed alongside these Neutral Host Networks to support critical care-delivery services and sensitive data workflows.
The essential advantage is the dedicated bandwidth and private network infrastructure, enabling facilities to support numerous devices simultaneously with enhanced security and enormous capacity. Ericsson is the platform provider to Verizon for the on-premises network buildouts.
Case Study: AdventHealth and Tampa General
AdventHealth is developing a cutting-edge “hospital of the future” with an amphitheater, restaurants, and advanced technology. Their existing IT infrastructure wasn’t sufficient to meet their ambitions. Verizon Business’ combination Neutral Host and Private 5G Network provided a streamlined infrastructure with flexible coverage capabilities to support AdventHealth’s vision.
Tampa General Hospital faced a digital crossroads with their outdated Distributed Antenna System (DAS) for connectivity, causing disruptions for executives, staff, and visitors. Verizon’s Neutral Host Network now provides a seamless wireless infrastructure for the main hospital’s staff and visitors, and includes a latent Private 5G Network core they can turn on later to support the medical, academic, and research initiatives planned for a new tower.
Industry Reactions
Paul Hughes, Research Director, IDC praises Verizon’s innovative approach, stating: “Verizon pioneered an innovative and resourceful approach to enterprise networking…It’s a rare example of true solution leadership that fills an immediate need and has the flexibility to evolve”.
Scott Arnold, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Innovation Officer, Tampa General Hospital, emphasizes the patient benefits, saying: “Our patients’ experience onsite and the integrity of their data are of utmost importance, which made it a no-brainer to switch to Verizon’s combination Neutral Host and Private 5G Network”.
Jennifer Artley, SVP of 5G Acceleration, Verizon Business, speaks on the scalability of Verizon’s network: “As digital adoption continues to increase in the healthcare sector, providers require scalable network solutions with access across multiple sites and use cases”.
Hannes Ekström, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Unit Verizon for Ericsson Americas highlights the role of advanced networks: “Healthcare is undergoing rapid digital transformation, and advanced networks are essential to this evolution”.
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