(PUEBLO, Colo.) — UCHealth Parkview in Pueblo announced on Monday, Sept. 22, that it was recently ranked in the top 10th percentile of hospitals in the nation for reducing death from sepsis.

According to UCHealth, Parkview’s sepsis mortality rate has dropped significantly since the hospital adopted UCHealth’s virtual sepsis monitoring system and new workflows that allow faster recognition and treatment of the infection, resulting in lives saved.

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Compared to five years ago, the number of lives saved from sepsis across the UCHealth system has increased to at least 1,000 more people each year than hospitals with average mortality rates.

“Treating sepsis takes coordination across pharmacy, nursing, physicians, and more,” said Dr. Jeffrey Shapiro, a pulmonary and critical care specialist with UCHealth Parkview. “Virtual monitoring ensures we meet every milestone for patient recovery.”

The virtual system monitors patient data, such as oxygen levels, blood pressure, and lab results, alerting bed staff when early signs of sepsis are detected. When necessary, the system activates secure cameras to collaborate with on-site teams.

“Virtual monitoring is a game-changer for our patients,” said Noreen Bernard, chief nursing officer at UCHealth Parkview. “It has led to so many improved lives, so many saved lives. By using this technology, we can detect sepsis earlier and respond more swiftly.”