Overview:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword in healthcare-it's a rapidly evolving force that's shaping diagnostics, treatment planning, operational efficiency, and patient engagement.
This course takes participants on a journey from the conceptual hype surrounding AI to the practical, evidence-based applications making a difference at the bedside today.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, policymaker, or tech developer, this course demystifies AI, highlights real-world use cases, and equips you with the knowledge to critically evaluate and implement AI solutions in clinical and administrative settings.
Why should you Attend:
- Understand key AI concepts and terminology in the context of healthcare
- Distinguish between hype and validated clinical applications of AI
- Explore real-world case studies where AI is improving patient outcomes
- Identify challenges such as bias, regulation, ethics, and data privacy in AI implementation
- Gain a roadmap for assessing and adopting AI technologies responsibly in healthcare settings
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Module 1: Introduction - AI in Healthcare Today
- Getting started with ChatGPT in the healthcare context
- Current state of AI adoption in medicine
- Separating buzz from reality
- Module 2: Clinical Applications of AI
- AI in diagnostics (e.g., radiology, pathology, dermatology)
- Predictive analytics in ICU and emergency settings
- Virtual health assistants and symptom checkers
- Case studies: AI in cancer detection, sepsis prediction, and personalized medicine
- Module 3: Operational & Administrative AI
- AI in scheduling, billing, and revenue cycle optimization
- NLP for documentation and EHR automation
- AI chatbots for patient triage and communication
- Module 4: Challenges and Considerations
- Bias in AI algorithms and health equity risks
- Data privacy and compliance (HIPAA, GDPR)
- Regulatory landscape: FDA and AI as a medical device
- Interpretable AI and the "black box" problem
- Module 5: Roadmap to Implementation
- How to evaluate AI vendors and tools
- Key steps in pilot testing and scaling
- Building cross-functional AI readiness in hospitals and clinics
- Wrap-Up and Q&A
- Resources for continued learning
- Discussion and real-world insights
Who Will Benefit:
- Healthcare Professionals (Clinicians, Nurses, Radiologists, Pathologists, etc.) interested in AI Applications in Practice
- Hospital Administrators and Health IT Leaders Evaluating AI Tools
- Medical Students and Public Health Researchers Exploring Digital Transformation
- Health Tech Developers and Data Scientists Working with Clinical Data
- Policy Advisors and Regulators Concerned with Ethical and Practical Implications of AI in Medicine
- No Prior Programming or AI Knowledge is Required-this Course is Designed to be Accessible and Practical