Tomorrow's operating room to harness Net, RFID.

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Tomorrow's operating room to harness Net, RFID.

November 2, 2005

Olsen S. CNET. October 19, 2005.

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This article describes the "OR of the Future" initiative at Massachusetts General Hospital. The project uses advanced technology to provide patient information in the operating room.

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