Project Overview

Apollo Hospital in Ahmedabad has enhanced its patient care by introducing advanced smart room automation in its premium and NRI suites. The initiative is designed to offer patients the comfort and elegance of a luxury hotel while ensuring world-class medical standards. By integrating technology with compassionate care, the hospital sets a new benchmark in creating a healing environment that prioritizes both wellbeing and hospitality.

Understanding Patient Expectations

Premium and international patients today expect more than just excellent medical treatment. They seek a room environment that is comfortable, stylish, and homely. The space should be easy to control hands-free, which is especially helpful for patients with limited mobility. Features such as voice commands to manage lighting, curtains, and room settings allow effortless control, while multiple options like touch panels, mobile apps, and bedside controls ensure accessibility for every user. In addition, patients value personalized comfort, energy-efficient technology, and seamless integration with entertainment and communication systems to create a truly modern healing environment.

Challenges Faced

Before automation, patients—especially elderly and international guests—often faced difficulties operating manual curtains, lighting, and other in-room controls.

The hospital needed a solution that was non-intrusive and suitable for a clinical environment, while still providing a luxurious and functional experience. It also had to ensure smooth day-to-day operations for staff without disrupting medical routines. Additionally, the solution needed to be intuitive, accessible to patients with varying needs, and reliable enough to meet the high standards expected in premium healthcare facilities.

Smart Room Solution

Apollo Hospital implemented a smart room system integrated with Amazon Alexa voice control, offering patients a seamless and touch-free experience. Simple commands such as “Alexa, turn off the lights” or “Alexa, close the curtains” enable easy control while resting in bed.

Patients and caregivers can manage the room through wall-mounted touch panels, mobile apps, or voice commands, ensuring convenient options tailored to individual preferences. All hardware and installations were carried out discreetly to preserve the room’s elegant look while maintaining hospital-grade hygiene and safety standards.

Results Achieved

The smart room system achieved 95% patient satisfaction, with enhanced rest and recovery supported by a comfortable and soothing environment. It also reduced staff workload by minimizing the need for manual adjustments. Feedback has been especially positive from international and premium patients, who were impressed with the ease of use and the high level of comfort provided by the technology.

Conclusion

Through this project, Apollo Hospital Ahmedabad has set a new standard in patient-centered care by integrating smart technology that supports healing through comfort and convenience. The Smart Room Automation initiative transforms traditional hospital rooms into relaxing sanctuaries where patients feel empowered, cared for, and truly at ease. Apollo continues to lead with innovation, proving that technology and compassion together foster the best healing environments.