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AT&T Enhances Mobile Broadband Coverage at The George Washington University Hospital
New Distributed Antenna System Provides Additional Capacity to Help Enhance Wireless Experience for Caregivers, Patients and Visitors
WASHINGTON, May 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced wireless devices and services, AT&T* today announced the activation of a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) that will help enhance wireless service for caregivers, patients and visitors at The George Washington University Hospital in downtown D.C., part of Universal Health Services.
A DAS installation consists of strategically-placed antennas that distribute AT&T's wireless network coverage throughout The George Washington University Hospital, providing for more efficient management of wireless capacity in heavily-trafficked areas. DAS has the ability to provide enhanced wireless coverage to customers in indoor or outdoor spaces where geographical limitations - terrain, building construction, etc. - or crowd density might otherwise prevent an optimal wireless experience. The additional capacity is expected to help improve call reliability and enable more consistent network access to help customers make the most of their AT&T devices. AT&T is one of three wireless service providers at The George Washington University Hospital.
"Adding AT&T to our DAS has improved communications for many of our physicians," said Gretchen Tegethoff, MSIST, CPHIMS, Chief Information Officer. "The enhanced coverage allows them to stay in more regular contact with their offices, resulting in greater responsiveness to their patients, and it makes them more reachable within the hospital. The additional coverage is also a satisfier for patients, their families and other visitors who take comfort in being able to stay connected, especially when a loved one is receiving medical care."
Just minutes from Washington, D.C.'s tourist sites and government headquarters, The George Washington University Hospital serves a diverse group of patients -- from area residents to visiting dignitaries and heads of state. As a multidisciplinary, tertiary care hospital, the 371-bed facility has 780 physicians on its medical staff and 1,930 employees. The George Washington University Hospital serviced 17,016 inpatient admissions and more than 75,700 outpatient visits last year; the emergency department is a Level 1 Trauma Center seeing roughly 71,240 patients a year.
"We continue to work aggressively to improve our network infrastructure throughout Washington, D.C., to improve the quality of our services," said Rob Forsyth, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and northern Virginia. "We also continue to enhance and expand the nation's fastest mobile broadband network to deliver unmatched voice and high-speed data coverage, top-quality service and unsurpassed reliability for millions of AT&T devices."
The DAS investment complements AT&T's recent efforts to boost wireless coverage in the District. They include expanding mobile broadband coverage on the George Washington University campus and activating several other new cell sites in Northwest D.C. - one of which enhances coverage in the area of 19th and K Streets, NW. AT&T also recently turned on a new cell site in Southwest to improve coverage along the 14th Street bridge.
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience. The company's recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA represents a major commitment to strengthen and expand its network. If approved, this deal means that AT&T will be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from its current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent.
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries.
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's mobile broadband coverage in Washington, D.C., or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit http://www.att.com/networknews.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
About The George Washington University Hospital
The mission of The George Washington University Hospital is to provide high-quality healthcare, advanced medical technology and world class service to our patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. We realize this vision through our commitment to the following principles: service excellence; quality improvement; employee development; ethical and fair treatment and teamwork, compassion and innovation.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Jennifer Clark of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-202-828-5065, jc167s@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com
AT&T Enhances Mobile Broadband Coverage at The George Washington University Hospital
New Distributed Antenna System Provides Additional Capacity to Help Enhance Wireless Experience for Caregivers, Patients and Visitors
WASHINGTON, May 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced wireless devices and services, AT&T* today announced the activation of a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) that will help enhance wireless service for caregivers, patients and visitors at The George Washington University Hospital in downtown D.C., part of Universal Health Services.
A DAS installation consists of strategically-placed antennas that distribute AT&T's wireless network coverage throughout The George Washington University Hospital, providing for more efficient management of wireless capacity in heavily-trafficked areas. DAS has the ability to provide enhanced wireless coverage to customers in indoor or outdoor spaces where geographical limitations - terrain, building construction, etc. - or crowd density might otherwise prevent an optimal wireless experience. The additional capacity is expected to help improve call reliability and enable more consistent network access to help customers make the most of their AT&T devices. AT&T is one of three wireless service providers at The George Washington University Hospital.
"Adding AT&T to our DAS has improved communications for many of our physicians," said Gretchen Tegethoff, MSIST, CPHIMS, Chief Information Officer. "The enhanced coverage allows them to stay in more regular contact with their offices, resulting in greater responsiveness to their patients, and it makes them more reachable within the hospital. The additional coverage is also a satisfier for patients, their families and other visitors who take comfort in being able to stay connected, especially when a loved one is receiving medical care."
Just minutes from Washington, D.C.'s tourist sites and government headquarters, The George Washington University Hospital serves a diverse group of patients -- from area residents to visiting dignitaries and heads of state. As a multidisciplinary, tertiary care hospital, the 371-bed facility has 780 physicians on its medical staff and 1,930 employees. The George Washington University Hospital serviced 17,016 inpatient admissions and more than 75,700 outpatient visits last year; the emergency department is a Level 1 Trauma Center seeing roughly 71,240 patients a year.
"We continue to work aggressively to improve our network infrastructure throughout Washington, D.C., to improve the quality of our services," said Rob Forsyth, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and northern Virginia. "We also continue to enhance and expand the nation's fastest mobile broadband network to deliver unmatched voice and high-speed data coverage, top-quality service and unsurpassed reliability for millions of AT&T devices."
The DAS investment complements AT&T's recent efforts to boost wireless coverage in the District. They include expanding mobile broadband coverage on the George Washington University campus and activating several other new cell sites in Northwest D.C. - one of which enhances coverage in the area of 19th and K Streets, NW. AT&T also recently turned on a new cell site in Southwest to improve coverage along the 14th Street bridge.
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience. The company's recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA represents a major commitment to strengthen and expand its network. If approved, this deal means that AT&T will be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from its current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent.
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries.
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's mobile broadband coverage in Washington, D.C., or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit http://www.att.com/networknews.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
About The George Washington University Hospital
The mission of The George Washington University Hospital is to provide high-quality healthcare, advanced medical technology and world class service to our patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. We realize this vision through our commitment to the following principles: service excellence; quality improvement; employee development; ethical and fair treatment and teamwork, compassion and innovation.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Jennifer Clark of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-202-828-5065, jc167s@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com