How is ARICU different from regular hospital EMRs?
Regular EMRs were built primarily for billing, scheduling, and IPD records. They struggle with the high-frequency, high-stakes data flow of an ICU — continuous vitals, frequent ABGs, multiple infusions, rapid clinical decisions. ARICU is purpose-built for ICU: continuous monitoring, smart alerts on deterioration, AI-assisted clinical reasoning, NABH-ready audit trail, and discharge summaries auto-generated from the actual admission course.
Will it replace our existing hospital EMR?
No. ARICU runs alongside your existing system. Your EMR continues to handle OPD, IPD admissions, billing, and outpatient records. ARICU is specifically your ICU command center. Zero migration friction. We can also integrate with your EMR for patient handoffs (on Enterprise plan).
How does the AI Senior Consultant Analysis work?
When triggered, the AI reads every data point on a patient — admission notes, daily progress, vitals trends, lab results, ABG trends, alerts, attached images (X-rays, ECGs). It automatically identifies the dominant clinical problem and assumes the appropriate specialist role (Toxicologist, Pulmonologist, Cardiologist, etc.). It then delivers a comprehensive 21-section analysis: red flags, working diagnosis with supporting evidence, must-not-miss differentials, management plan with Indian drug brands, bedside algorithm, family communication script, prognosis, and more. Every recommendation cites the underlying evidence.
What is "Chat with AI Consultant"?
After the Senior Consultant Analysis completes, doctors can ask follow-up questions in a chat interface. The AI remembers the full patient context and the previous analysis, so you can ask things like "What if the lactate doesn't clear in 4 hours?" or "Should we add hydrocortisone now?" — and get focused, evidence-based answers in seconds. It's like having a senior consultant on speed-dial. Each chat message costs 3 credits.
What images can the AI analyze?
Doctors can upload chest X-rays, CT/MRI images, ECGs, lab report photos, wound photos, and other clinical images. The Senior Consultant Analysis interprets them with vision capability and references the findings in its recommendations. Image analysis is included within the 9-credit Senior Consultant cost.
Can solo doctors use ARICU?
Yes. The Essentials plan at ₹1,900/month is designed for individual doctors and small 1-2 bed setups. You get full access to all AI tools (pay-as-you-go at ₹3/credit), core ICU features, and email support. No hospital team needed.
Is patient data secure?
Yes. ARICU is DPDP Act 2023 compliant, NABH-ready, and ISO 27001-aligned. Data is hosted in India (Mumbai region), encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256), with strict role-based access control. Audit logs are immutable. Doctor verification is required for every AI recommendation. Each hospital's data is isolated — no cross-hospital data sharing.
How long does onboarding take?
Typical onboarding is 1-2 hours — Dr. Atul Rai personally runs the session for new hospitals. Includes hospital + bed setup, user accounts for doctors and nurses, and hands-on training on Round Mode, AI features, Code Blue, and discharge summaries. After onboarding, most teams are comfortable within 3-5 ICU shifts.
How does the 7-day free trial work?
Sign up for any plan, get 7 days of full access plus trial AI credits. No credit card needed. After 7 days, you'll be prompted to subscribe. You can also buy additional credits during trial. Cancel anytime — no charges, no questions asked.
What if the internet goes down?
ARICU is designed for ICU realities. Vitals entry and clinical notes work offline and sync automatically when back online. Critical functions degrade gracefully. We recommend maintaining your standard paper backup process — ARICU complements, not replaces, your hospital's clinical continuity practices.
What about medico-legal liability?
Every AI recommendation requires explicit doctor verification before any action. ARICU is a clinical decision support tool — not a clinical decision-maker. Treating doctors retain full clinical responsibility. Every interaction is audit-logged. We carry ₹50 lakh professional indemnity insurance. Your hospital maintains its own indemnity.
Can we cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel anytime from your account dashboard. No long-term contracts. Unused credits never expire while your subscription is active. Your data is yours — exportable in CSV/PDF anytime. No lock-in.
Who is Dr. Atul Rai?
Dr. Atul Rai, M.D. (Physician), is an Emergency Medicine and Critical Care consultant with 23 years of clinical experience in Indian hospitals. He's managed thousands of ICU patients personally. ARICU is the software he wished he had during every shift. Connect: atul@easymedicalsolutions.in · WhatsApp +91 7013211742.
