OSF Innovation

12/20/2025

Jump Simulation – a collaboration between University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria and OSF HealthCare – gives students hands-on experience in medical simulation, innovation and research. Through the Innovation Academic Incubator and partnerships with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois Chicago, Bradley University and Illinois State University, students gain access to funded research, product development and leading-edge simulation experiences.

This partnership has supported 276 research projects, 196 peer-reviewed publications and, in the past year, training for more than 39,000 students and learners.

12/19/2025

💡 Innovation Insights
What could a hospital room look like in the future?

In this episode of Innovation Insights, find out how teams are exploring technology in the Simulation Smart Room at OSF Innovation. Through simulation and testing we can better support clinicians and enhance the patient experience.

12/18/2025

At OSF Innovation, we’re reimagining health care to be more personal, proactive and centered on what matters most to you. Emerging tools like wearable devices, genomics and advanced AI will help create care plans built around each person. That means earlier insights, better treatment precision and more control over your health.

To make this future possible, we’re also building the expertise to power innovation. Training, simulation and partnerships with leading academic institutions ensure our teams are prepared to use new technologies in meaningful, compassionate ways.

By bringing together technology, talent and human connection, we’re advancing care that is more precise, more supportive and more responsive to every person we serve.

12/18/2025

Holiday hustle? Stay healthy while you’re at it:
🧼 Wash hands
💧 Sanitize often
💉 Get your flu shot

Easy habits = fewer sick days.

More flu-fighting tips:

The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits can help stop the spread of flu germs.

12/17/2025

At OSF Innovation, we believe in the power of small gestures to make a big impact. This holiday season, our Mission Partners are channeling their creativity into handmade Christmas cards for our community members. It's more than just paper and ink – it's a tangible expression of care, hope and the spirit of innovation that drives us year-round.

12/12/2025

We’re celebrating Zackary VanKeulen, MSN, RN, director of Emergency Services at
OSF Saint Paul Medical Center, for building a thriving culture of innovation through the I-80 Innovation Hub. By empowering Mission Partners to share ideas and collaborate, Zack has helped turn creative solutions - from new clinics to patient care tools - into real change.

We’re excited to see how his leadership continues to shape care in a way that reflects our Mission.

12/11/2025

At OSF HealthCare, innovation isn't a buzzword – it’s the engine driving meaningful change across our Ministry. From augmented and virtual reality in medical training to AI tools that streamline clinical decision-making and empower patients, OSF Innovation is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in health care.

Our teams are asking bold questions, collaborating across disciplines and transforming ideas into real solutions that improve outcomes and enhance the care experience.

Read how OSF Innovation is shaping the future of health care. 👇
https://bit.ly/4rMuLK1

Innovation is at the forefront of everything we do in our day-to-day lives, especially health care. Learn how every sector of our OSF Innovation team focuses on improving both the present and future of health care.

12/10/2025

Don’t let winter weather make your family stir-crazy. ❄️ Beat cabin fever with OSF STEAM at-home kits! From dissections to biomedical engineering, we’ve got the perfect gift to keep everyone entertained! 🔬🎨

Get your hands on at-home fun: https://bit.ly/47Kkpm1

12/09/2025

: On the latest episode of , we explore how a new research project is using automated 3D modeling to detect and track aortic aneurysms. This innovation aims to catch risks earlier, improve accuracy and reduce reliance on manual measurements.

12/07/2025

Insurance paperwork takes valuable time away from patient care. That’s why OSF Innovation and the University of Illinois are working on an AI assistant that helps doctors and nurses manage insurance requirements more easily.

This technology will simplify claims, reduce denials, and give providers more time to focus on what matters most – caring for patients.

💡 Discover how ARCHES projects are shaping the future of health care: https://bit.ly/3Kq2TdG

12/04/2025

Athletes push hard to get back in the game – but concussions require careful, objective evaluation. That’s why OSF Innovation created FlightPath, now being tested at Illinois State, Bradley and Illinois Wesleyan Universities. This clinical trial will measure how FlightPath compares to current assessments, paving the way for better concussion diagnosis. 🏈⚽🏀

12/02/2025

Parents, give a gift you’ll feel good about. 🎁

OSF STEAM kits combine fun and education, giving kids a chance to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math! 💡

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Order an OSF STEAM kit today.