Tortus

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About Tortus

Tortus is an advanced AI tool specifically designed for the healthcare sector, featuring its proprietary interface, O.S.L.E.R. (Operating System Leverage in Electronic Records). Tortus aims to alleviate administrative burdens and enhance patient care efficiency by integrating seamlessly with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems. Its primary goal is to enable healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care by automating routine tasks and streamlining documentation processes. Key Features: Advanced Speech Recognition: O.S.L.E.R provides state-of-the-art dictation capabilities, including ambient and intelligent dictation, to facilitate seamless and accurate record-keeping. Automated Documentation: Generates notes, letters, and codes instantly, reducing manual data entry and improving documentation efficiency. Workflow Automation: Controls EHR systems and potentially other related programs without the need for additional integrations, streamlining workflows. Clinical AI Co-working: Assists clinicians by automating routine tasks and providing decision support, helping to mitigate burnout and improve clinical efficiency.

Key features

Advanced Speech Recognition
Automated Documentation
Workflow Automation
Clinical AI Co-working
Integration with EHR systems such as Epic, EMIS, Cerner, and TPP (SystmOne)
Data Privacy Compliance with NHS, HIPAA, GDPR, DTAC, and CyberEssentials standards

Use cases

Streamlining patient documentation for primary care physicians
Enhancing data flow and supporting clinical decisions in hospital systems
Improving EHR systems and backend processes with advanced AI support for healthcare IT specialists

Pros

UKCA Class IIa certified medical device, compliant with NHS England’s AVT standard and ISO 13485
Proven at scale with over 2.5 million consultations across 1,000+ NHS organizations and 50+ clinical settings
Reduces documentation time and increases direct patient-care time, as demonstrated in NHS England evaluations
Integrates with major NHS EHR systems and telephony services, including Epic and X-On
Includes a proprietary clinical safety system to detect and remove hallucinations before clinician review

Cons

Limited availability outside the UK healthcare system due to regulatory and integration focus
Requires clinician approval for final documentation, adding a verification step to automated processes
Dependent on local encryption and data storage policies, which may vary by NHS trust or organization

Frequently asked questions about Tortus

What is Tortus and what does it do?

Tortus is an AI-powered ambient voice technology designed for healthcare, certified as a UKCA Class IIa medical device. It captures clinician-patient conversations in real time, generates structured clinical notes, letters, and codes, and integrates directly into Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems to reduce administrative burdens.

Who is Tortus suitable for?

Tortus is designed for healthcare professionals across various settings, including NHS trusts, GP practices, emergency departments, outpatient clinics, and ambulance services. It supports clinicians in A&E, mental health, cardiology, and other specialties.

How does Tortus integrate with existing systems?

Tortus is fully integrated into the majority of NHS EPR systems and supports telephony services like X-On and Avaya. It offers a custom SDK for new integrations and provides bespoke engineering support for private and NHS organizations.

Is Tortus compliant with healthcare regulations?

Yes, Tortus is ISO 13485 certified, UKCA Class IIa compliant, and meets NHS England’s AVT standard. It also holds certifications such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and NHS DTAC compliance, with security and compliance details published in its Trust Centre.

How does Tortus ensure accuracy in clinical documentation?

Tortus uses a proprietary clinical safety system called The Shell, which verifies every statement against the original consultation. It flags and removes unsupported or hallucinated content before clinicians review the notes, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

How can I get started with Tortus?

NHS trusts can book a demo to explore integration. GPs can access Tortus through X-on Surgery Connect, while private organizations or partners can contact the team for bespoke engineering support or new integrations.