Transforming patient flow with one game-changing treatment chair

Let’s start with a simple visual: close your eyes and picture your current patient flow setup. Think about the journey your patient takes from pre-op consultation to recovery. What furniture comes to mind?

Chances are, you imagined:

• A recliner chair for the initial consultation
• A stretcher trolley to transfer the patient to the operating room
• An operating table for the procedure
• A recovery chair for post-op care

Sound familiar?

Now imagine replacing all of that with just one versatile solution — a single piece of equipment that could handle every step of the patient journey. Too good to be true? Not at all. Let’s explore how the right furniture can change the game.

The hidden problem in your patient flow

Healthcare teams often follow routines built over years — reliable but rarely questioned. But when you break it down, using multiple pieces of furniture for each stage of the patient journey isn’t just inefficient; it may be holding you back.

Here are some questions to consider:

• Are you making the best use of your budget by purchasing multiple, single-purpose items?
• Are your staff at risk of injury from frequent patient transfers?
• How much time is wasted waiting for the right piece of furniture to become available?

Each transfer between chairs, trolleys, and tables disrupts patient flow, consumes valuable time, and can lead to staff fatigue and injury. When you step back and look at your processes from a bird’s‑eye view, it becomes clear: there’s a better way.

Rethinking the patient journey

To make real improvements, you first need to understand your current process. Try mapping it out from start to finish. Here’s an example of a typical day surgery flow:

1. Pre-op consultation in a recliner chair
2. Transfer to a stretcher trolley
   1. Manual handling risks
   2. Time delay waiting for equipment
3. Transfer again onto the operating table
   1. Additional staff involvement
   2. Disruption to flow
4. Minor procedure performed
5. Transfer back onto the trolley
6. Moved to a recovery chair
   1. More delays
   2. Increased handling risk
   3. Cleaning and preparation of multiple surfaces

Each of these steps adds complexity and risk — both to the patient and your team. And let’s not forget the cumulative cost of owning, maintaining, and cleaning all this equipment. 

The AC+ Multi-Purpose Treatment Chair: One Chair to Do It All

Now, let’s reimagine the same journey using the AC+ multi-purpose treatment chair:

1. Patient is seated upright in the AC+ for their pre-op consultation.
   1. The chair is adjustable, so the clinician can easily raise it to maintain eye-level conversation.
   2. No need for staff to strain or awkwardly bend — electric controls make it seamless.
2. Staff simply wheel the chair into the operating room — no transfer required.
   1. The patient stays comfortable and secure.
   2. Staff avoid unnecessary lifting or shifting.
3. With the push of a button, the chair transitions to a flat position for the procedure.
4. Surgery is performed without moving the patient.
5. Post-op, staff return the chair to a seated position and wheel the patient to recovery.

That’s it. No trolleys. No tables. No transfers.

The Benefits Go Beyond Efficiency

Choosing a multi-purpose chair like the AC+ does more than just improve flow. It impacts your entire operation:

• Reduce costs: No need to invest in four different pieces of equipment.
• Free up space: One chair does the job of many, giving you more room to work.
• Lower cleaning times: Fewer surfaces to disinfect between patients.
• Minimise injury risks: Electric positioning means less manual handling.
• Enhance patient experience: Smooth, comfortable transitions improve care quality.

This isn’t just about furniture — it’s about elevating care, protecting your staff, and using your budget smarter.

Ready to rethink your patient flow?

Switching to a multi-purpose treatment chair like the AC+ is more than a simple upgrade — it’s a strategic investment in your facility’s future. You’ll improve patient outcomes, support your team’s wellbeing, and reduce operational bottlenecks, all while staying budget conscious.

Still wondering if it’s right for your facility? Map out your current patient journey. Ask yourself where time, money, and energy are being lost. Then picture what it would look like if you only needed one chair.

Chances are, that picture looks a lot smoother — and a lot more effective.

Want to learn more about how the AC+ chair could fit into your facility’s workflow? Get in touch today — we’d love to show you how one chair can do the job of four, without compromising a thing.