A system for hygienic input of data into a medical information system is
provided. In one embodiment of the system, a computer terminal, a mobile
wireless input tray, a mobile wireless interactive visual display system,
and a wireless headset are used. During a medical procedure, the mobile
input tray, the mobile display system, and the wireless headset may be
positioned in an operating room near a surgeon or other medical
practitioner. The mobile input tray, the mobile display system, and the
wireless headset may be used to access patient medical information
through the computer terminal. The mobile input tray, the mobile display
system, and the wireless headset communicate amongst and between each
other through wireless communication links. The mobile input tray, the
mobile display system, and the wireless headset communicate with the
computer terminal through wireless communication links.