Artificial intelligence in healthcare
Artificial intelligence in healthcare incorporates algorithms, machine learning, natural language processing and emerging AI technology to analyze complex medical data. Healthcare AI assists in diagnostic pathology, treatment planning and patient care management by facilitating greater efficiency and accuracy in clinical decisions, medical research and personalized medicine.
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18 Sep 2024
LEAP in Health IT awards focus on AI and behavioral health
HHS has awarded $2 million in LEAP in Health IT grants to Columbia University and OHSU to advance the accuracy of AI algorithms and behavioral health IT adoption. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2024
GenAI displays no racial, sex bias in opioid treatment plans
Large language models demonstrated no race- or sex-based differences in opioid treatment recommendations, which could help reduce bias and improve health equity. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2023
Experts: Medical Community Must Help Shape Use of LLMs in Healthcare
With interest in large language model applications growing, researchers argue that the medical community must help guide how these tools are used in healthcare. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2023
ML Model Accurately Predicts 6-Month Mortality Risk for Cancer Patients
An externally validated ML model for six-month cancer prognosis prediction may help facilitate serious illness conversations between clinicians and patients. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2023
NLP May Help Flag SDOH Needs for Alzheimer’s, Dementia Patients
Natural language processing tool uses unstructured EHR data to identify social determinants of health for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Continue Reading
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15 Aug 2023
Clinicians May Be Unprepared for Widespread CDS Algorithm Integration
Researchers posit that clinicians need more training on how to use clinical decision support algorithms before they can be integrated into medical practice. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2023
Data Utilization, Investment Lagging Among Hospitals and Health Systems
A new report detailing data utilization within health systems shows that only 57 percent of organizations’ data is being used to drive business decisions. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2023
Breaking Down the 4 Types of Healthcare Big Data Analytics
An effective big data strategy requires healthcare stakeholders to define their top priorities in descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics. Continue Reading
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11 Aug 2023
Few Executives Establishing Strategies for Highly Trusted AI
Although many health executives think highly of AI capabilities, only 6 percent have an established strategy. Continue Reading
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09 Aug 2023
Google, ChatGPT: Inadequate Dementia Resources Despite Strengths
New research indicated that Google and ChatGPT provided benefits and downsides when researching dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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08 Aug 2023
Clinical Decision Support Tools Did Not Reduce CVD Disparities
New research indicated that clinical decision support tools did not significantly reduce racial and sex disparities among CVD patients. Continue Reading
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08 Aug 2023
Deep Learning Model Detects Diabetes Using Routine Chest Radiographs
New deep learning tool leverages chest x-rays and electronic health record data to flag elevated diabetes risk up to three years before diagnosis. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2023
Explaining the Basics of Blockchain Technology in Healthcare
In recent years, blockchain technologies have made a splash across industries. But what is blockchain, and how is it relevant to healthcare? Continue Reading
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04 Aug 2023
Top Data Analytics Tools for Population Health Management
A comprehensive population health management strategy requires health systems to leverage data integration, risk stratification, and predictive analytics tools. Continue Reading
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03 Aug 2023
Deterioration Index Model Modestly Predicts Patient Outcomes
When applied to hospitalized patients, a deterioration index model could modestly foresee patient outcomes with some disparities. Continue Reading
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02 Aug 2023
Duke Health, Microsoft Launch Generative Artificial Intelligence Partnership
The new collaboration between Microsoft and Duke Health will focus on how generative AI and cloud technology can advance health equity and improve care. Continue Reading
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02 Aug 2023
Scalable Tools Assisted Domestic Violence Risk Assessment
According to new research, prediction tools supported decision-making in treatment allocation for health services related to domestic violence. Continue Reading
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01 Aug 2023
AI Algorithm Can Predict Mortality Based on Body Measurements
New research indicated that an AI algorithm could use body composition measurements to predict lung cancer, CVD, and all-cause mortality. Continue Reading
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31 Jul 2023
Third-Party Technology Investment Continues to Rise
New research described how the desire to digitally transform healthcare contributes to third-party technology investments. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2023
Google Collab to Support Generative AI in Ambulatory Healthcare Settings
Google Cloud and CareCloud are working together to expand small- and medium-sized healthcare providers’ generative artificial intelligence capabilities. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2023
AI and Machine Learning Hold Potential in Fighting Infectious Disease
New research showed that drug discovery, infection biology, and diagnostics are functions of AI and machine learning in treating infectious diseases. Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2023
Investigating Use Cases for AI, IT Tools in Emergency Medical Services
EMS professionals could benefit from incorporating IT and AI solutions into workflows, but organizations must first identify appropriate use cases. Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2023
Algorithm Provides Insights into Physician Turnover Trends
Researchers created an algorithm that highlighted the rise in physician turnover between 2010 and 2018, indicating the need for further investigation. Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2023
Atlas Resource Aims to Support Custom Kidney Disease Treatment
Researchers created a new atlas tool that analyzes various cell types and states to determine causes and treatment paths for kidney disease. Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2023
Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Anesthesiology
AI shows promise in anesthesiology, but experts agree that leveraging the technology effectively requires a collaborative approach to ensure patient safety. Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2023
Private Grant Funding Supports Using AI to Address Disparities
Using a $10 million grant, Northwell Health and the Feinstein Institute leverage AI to address disparities and risk factors. Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2023
ChatGPT Accurately Answers Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Questions
ChatGPT-4 responded correctly to 84 percent of multiple-choice questions used to prepare for the American Board of Ophthalmology certification exam. Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2023
Mount Sinai Predictive AI Flags Drugs That May Cause Birth Defects
New AI tool sheds light on the relationship between drugs, genes, and birth defects, allowing researchers to predict which medicines may cause congenital disabilities. Continue Reading
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17 Jul 2023
ChatGPT, Provider Responses Almost Indistinguishable to Patients
Researchers investigating the utility of chatbots for patient-provider communication found that laypeople may trust ChatGPT to answer low-risk health questions. Continue Reading
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17 Jul 2023
Deep Learning Model Accurately Detects Cardiac Function, Disease
A deep learning model can classify left ventricular ejection fraction, aortic stenosis, tricuspid regurgitation, and other conditions from chest radiographs. Continue Reading
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14 Jul 2023
Deep Learning Algorithm Predicts Need for Crohn’s Disease Therapy
Deep learning analysis of complete capsule endoscopy at initial Crohn’s disease diagnosis can accurately forecast a patient's need for biological therapy. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2023
NLP Model Enhances COVID-19 Treatment Through Message Classification
An NLP model classified patient messages with 94 percent accuracy, lessening the time between provider response and COVID-19 treatment. Continue Reading
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12 Jul 2023
Using AI to Support Healthcare Amid a Mental Health Provider Shortage
AI tools cannot replace mental health providers, but they may be able to help close gaps and address dips in care quality by supporting the existing workforce. Continue Reading
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12 Jul 2023
Machine Learning Model Predicts PTSD Following Military Deployment
One-third of US veterans flagged as high risk for PTSD by a machine learning model in a recent study accounted for 62.4 percent of cases of the condition. Continue Reading
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11 Jul 2023
AI Tool Provides Profile of Brain Cancer Genome During Surgery
Harvard Medical School researchers developed an AI tool that can analyze brain tumor DNA during surgery and guide treatment in real time. Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2023
ML Model Detects Patients at Risk of Postoperative Issues
Pennsylvania-based researchers used medical records to develop and validate an ML model to predict patients at risk of complications after surgery. Continue Reading
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06 Jul 2023
Mount Sinai Establishes Center for Ophthalmic AI and Human Health
New Mount Sinai center aims to revolutionize AI in ophthalmology and advance research into the relationship between eye diseases and other conditions. Continue Reading
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05 Jul 2023
How Elevance Health, MVP Health Care Are Leveraging Data Analytics
The two payers share how they leverage data analytics, predictive modeling, and data quality frameworks to improve outcomes for members. Continue Reading
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30 Jun 2023
ML Model Outperforms Standard Methods for Detecting Heart Attacks
A UPMC-developed machine learning model used electrocardiogram readings to accurately reclassify 1 in 3 patients with chest pain based on heart attack risk. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2023
AI Center Funds 5 Pilot Projects to Support Aging, Alzheimer's Care
Five pilot projects dedicated to the use of artificial intelligence to enhance the aging process received $250,000 each from MassAITC. Continue Reading
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28 Jun 2023
Risk Factors for Early Onset Colorectal Cancer in Males Identified
A risk evaluation model identified seven risk factors for early onset colorectal cancer in younger men, which could help enhance screening for those under 50. Continue Reading
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27 Jun 2023
AI Model Supports Workflow of Cancer Patient Navigators
New research describes the capabilities of an AI model in distributing work evenly among care navigators working with cancer patients. Continue Reading
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27 Jun 2023
ADA Sessions Showcase Diabetic Retinopathy AI, Artificial Pancreas
This year’s ADA Scientific Sessions highlighted advances in novel devices to enhance diabetes care, including retinopathy risk AI and glucose sensing tech. Continue Reading
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26 Jun 2023
ChatGPT Accurately Selects Breast Imaging Tests, Aids Decision-Making
Researchers have demonstrated ChatGPT’s potential in aiding clinical decision-making for breast cancer screening and breast pain imaging tests. Continue Reading
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26 Jun 2023
AI-Driven Cardiovascular Imaging Research Showcased at ASE 2023
Research presented at this year’s ASE conference includes studies looking at how AI can help identify heart failure, flag life-threatening valve disease, and more. Continue Reading
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23 Jun 2023
New Set of Standards Aims to Ensure Effectiveness, Equity of AI
The National Academy of Medicine partnered with various health leaders to create a code of conduct for using AI in healthcare. Continue Reading
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23 Jun 2023
USC Researchers to Leverage Ophthalmology AI for Improved Patient Care
USC Roski Eye Institute researchers are investigating how artificial intelligence may help automate clinical tasks and improve ophthalmology care. Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2023
AI May Help Define Tumor Margins in Prostate Cancer Treatment
A new artificial intelligence tool may have the potential to improve tumor treatment margin definition and reduce prostate cancer recurrence rates. Continue Reading
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21 Jun 2023
$1.2 Million Grant to Support Healthcare Analytics, AI Projects
The Jump ARCHES program has awarded funding to 12 projects focusing on data analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling to improve healthcare delivery. Continue Reading
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21 Jun 2023
AI-Based “Denoising” in Medical Imaging May Require Further Evaluation
Researchers are calling for objective evaluations of deep learning-based tools to clean up medical images to ensure that these actually improve performance on clinical tasks. Continue Reading
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20 Jun 2023
Johns Hopkins Grants Aim to Support AI Solutions for Older Patients
A second-round funding series from Johns Hopkins University provided five applicants financial support in developing and using AI to treat older patients. Continue Reading
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20 Jun 2023
Dementia Risk Prediction Models May Have Limited Clinical Utility
Four common prediction scores for estimating ten-year dementia risk demonstrated limited clinical value in helping better target prevention strategies. Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2023
ChatGPT Provides Evidence-Based Answers to Public Health Questions
ChatGPT may consistently provide evidence-based responses to public health queries, but the tool primarily offers advice rather than referrals to resources. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2023
ChatGPT, Generative AI Show Promise as Complex Diagnostic Tools
Researchers demonstrated that ChatGPT-4 selected the correct diagnosis as its top diagnosis in 39% of challenging cases and in its differential for 64% of cases. Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2023
Can Docs Use Machine Learning to Determine COVID Treatment Course?
A new study found that a machine-learning approach can trace patient responses to drugs for COVID-19 based on demographic characteristics. Continue Reading
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14 Jun 2023
Larger Healthcare Organizations Use More AI Solutions Than Smaller Ones
A new report details the implementation of AI tools within organizations, noting that facilities with over 1,000 beds used more AI solutions on average than their peers. Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2023
Deep Learning System May Provide Automatic Surgical Skill Assessment
New deep learning model identifies standardized surgical fields and provides automatic surgical skill assessment for endoscopic procedures using intraoperative videos. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2023
ChatGPT Fails American Urological Association Self-Assessment Exam
ChatGPT correctly answered less than 30 percent of questions from the 2022 American Urological Association Self-assessment Study Program exam. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2023
Gun Violence Archive Data May Bolster Community Firearm Violence Research
New research shows that independently collected gun violence data may provide unique advantages for researchers studying community firearm violence in large cities. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2023
NYU Large Language Model Forecasts Hospital Readmissions, Length of Stay
NYUTron leverages natural language processing to successfully predict 80 percent of all-cause readmissions, a five percent improvement over standard models. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2023
AI Algorithms Outperform Standard Models in Cancer Prediction
New research indicates that artificial intelligence algorithms were more accurate in predicting breast cancer compared to the standard BCSC risk model. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2023
DL Approach Enables Interpretations of Electrocardiograms as Language
A deep learning approach for electrocardiogram analysis may allow for the interpretation of ECGs as language, improving the accuracy of diagnoses. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2023
Google, Mayo Clinic Launch Generative Artificial Intelligence Collab
Mayo Clinic and Google have announced a collaboration aimed at transforming healthcare through the use of generative artificial intelligence. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2023
AI Model Aims to Support Cell Functioning Predictions
New updates to an AI model aim to determine protein activity within a cell to enhance the treatment of diseases. Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2023
Machine Learning Tools Flag Predictors of Fetal Heart Rate Changes
New machine learning approaches may help identify crucial factors that can forecast fetal heart rate changes after neuraxial analgesia in pregnant patients. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2023
Deep-Learning Model Shows Promise in Measuring Joint Attention
A new study described a deep-learning model that showed potential in measuring joint attention in children with autism spectrum disorder. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2023
Machine Learning Accurately Triages Respiratory Symptoms in Primary Care
A machine learning tool can effectively categorize patients with respiratory symptoms into risk groups prior to a primary care visit, which may improve triage. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2023
AI Tool Assists in Diagnosing Subtle Brain Damage in Athletes
A new AI tool that uses MRI results can help identify brain damage in contact sports athletes that often goes unrecognized. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2023
Researchers Highlight Pros and Cons of ChatGPT in Clinical Radiology
In a discussion paper partially written by ChatGPT, researchers explore the potential role that large language models may play in clinical radiology. Continue Reading
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31 May 2023
Generative Artificial Intelligence Tool May Support Drug Development
Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a generative AI framework that may help accelerate drug design and development. Continue Reading
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31 May 2023
Informatics Tool Accurately Detects Antibiotic Allergy Adverse Events
New algorithm demonstrates the ability to detect antibiotic allergic-type reactions and provide feedback to clinicians regarding antibiotic harms. Continue Reading
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26 May 2023
ChatGPT Fails American College of Gastroenterology Assessment Tests
ChatGPT-3 and ChatGPT-4 scored 65.1% and 62.4% on American College of Gastroenterology Self-Assessment Tests, which require a 70% or higher to pass. Continue Reading
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25 May 2023
NCI Grant to Support AI Use to Improve Breast Cancer Treatment
A $3.3 million grant from NCI led researchers to explore the efficacy of AI in improving drug therapy for breast cancer treatment. Continue Reading
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25 May 2023
CDC Funding Opportunity to Bolster Analytics-Driven Outbreak Response
CDC launched a new Notice of Funding Opportunity to help establish an outbreak response network to support disease forecasting and public health decision-making. Continue Reading
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24 May 2023
Patient Trust in AI Impacted by Demographics, Clinician Involvement
New research shows that 52 percent of people are resistant to the use of artificial intelligence for diagnosis, but clinician support of the tech can improve trust. Continue Reading
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24 May 2023
Researchers Identify Barriers to AI Integration into Clinical Practice
Digital health executives have revealed that demanding regulatory requirements and fragmented healthcare system procurement processes hamper clinical AI adoption. Continue Reading
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23 May 2023
Head-Worn Device Leverages ML, MEG, Distinguishes Between Hand Gestures
New research described a wearable device that uses machine learning and a noninvasive brain imaging technique to capture and differentiate between hand gestures. Continue Reading
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22 May 2023
WHO Launches Global Infectious Disease Surveillance Network
The World Health Organization’s International Pathogen Surveillance Network will leverage pathogen genomics data to detect and prevent infectious disease threats. Continue Reading
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22 May 2023
Kaiser Permanente Launches Grant Program for AI, ML in Healthcare
The Augmented Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare Initiative will award grants for three to five health systems to support the use of AI and ML in clinical care. Continue Reading
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19 May 2023
Optimized AI Assists Senior Radiologists in Thyroid Nodule Diagnostics
New research showed that senior radiologists benefited more significantly from an optimized AI strategy than their inferiors when managing thyroid nodules. Continue Reading
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18 May 2023
Tampa General Hospital Uses AI System to Assist Clinicians
Tampa General Hospital began using an AI system from Navina to assist clinicians in using patient data for actionable primary care. Continue Reading
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18 May 2023
ACO Leverages Cloud Platform to Tackle Health Equity, SDOH Barriers
New Jersey-based Shore Quality Partners and Spatially Health have teamed up to identify and address health equity obstacles impacting the ACO’s patients. Continue Reading
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17 May 2023
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Support Medication Adherence
Researchers are exploring how AI could enhance medication adherence, but considerations to prevent bias and system misuse are critical. Continue Reading
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17 May 2023
AI Partnership to Reduce Hospital Nurses’ Documentation Burden
BayCare Health System and healthPrecision will co-develop an artificial intelligence-based clinical decision support solution to ease nurse documentation burden. Continue Reading
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16 May 2023
Google Cloud Launches AI Solutions for Drug Discovery, Precision Medicine
Google Cloud’s newest AI-based life sciences solutions focus on driving more efficient drug design and using multiomics data to advance precision medicine. Continue Reading
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15 May 2023
Machine Learning-Aided Biomarker Analysis Predicts Parkinson’s Onset
New machine learning tool identifies metabolites that could provide early warning signs of Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms begin appearing. Continue Reading
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12 May 2023
AI Tool Assists in Predicting the Likelihood of Pancreatic Cancer
New research describes an AI tool that can predict the likelihood of pancreatic cancer using data from patient medical records, leading to more timely treatment. Continue Reading
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11 May 2023
Cedars-Sinai Launches Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Education
The center’s efforts will focus on developing new AI and machine learning algorithms for personalized medicine, genomics, and other healthcare research. Continue Reading
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11 May 2023
Automation Bias May Impair Radiologist Performance on Mammograms
New research finds that incorrect suggestions from an AI-based clinical decision support system could impair radiologist accuracy on mammograms. Continue Reading
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09 May 2023
Can Machine Learning, Wearable Tech Help Treat Mental Health?
Combining modern wearable devices and machine learning capabilities assists researchers in distinguishing patient resilience and psychological health, new research shows. Continue Reading
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08 May 2023
Machine Learning Helps Identify Pneumonia as Driver of COVID-19 Deaths
Machine learning helped researchers determine that secondary bacterial pneumonia drove many COVID-19 deaths, rather than cytokine storm. Continue Reading
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08 May 2023
Columbia University Receives $20M Grant to Establish AI, Neuroscience Institute
The National Science Foundation has awarded $20 million to establish the Columbia University-led AI Institute for ARtificial and Natural Intelligence. Continue Reading
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05 May 2023
Mayo Clinic Platform Expands Distributed Data Network, Partnerships
A new Mayo Clinic Platform-led partnership aims to advance health artificial intelligence solutions through a global clinical data-sharing network. Continue Reading
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05 May 2023
AI-Assisted Ultrasound May Improve Breast Mass Triage in Low-Resource Settings
AI applied to portable ultrasound images of breast masses can accurately identify cancer, which could improve triage in low-resource areas. Continue Reading
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04 May 2023
AI May Improve Clinician Decision-Making Within ICUs
A new study indicates that an AI-based system showed the potential to support clinician decision-making in hospital intensive care units by highlighting clinician patterns. Continue Reading
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03 May 2023
AI In Medical Imaging May Amplify Biases, Inequities
Researchers found that most data used to create AI algorithms from medical images do not include patient demographics, which may magnify inequities. Continue Reading
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03 May 2023
AI ‘Brain Decoder’ System Translates Human Brain Activity
Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence-based ‘brain decoder’ that can translate brain activity into a continuous stream of text. Continue Reading
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02 May 2023
AI Can Help Improve Clinical Attendance Among Minority Patients
A new study shows that artificial intelligence helped predict the likelihood of appointment attendance, thereby enabling the necessary interventions to improve show rates. Continue Reading
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02 May 2023
Cedars-Sinai Develops AI to Predict Adverse Cardiac Events
A new Cedars-Sinai AI tool may help predict the chance of adverse cardiac events and show how a patient’s risk for these events can change over time. Continue Reading
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01 May 2023
Mayo Clinic: Deep Learning May Improve Head, Neck Radiotherapy
A new Mayo Clinic study suggests that a deep learning tool could improve standardization and time efficiency for radiotherapy planning. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2023
Artificial Intelligence Reviews Patient Perceptions of Cholesterol Drugs
A new artificial intelligence algorithm used data from a social media platform to gather and categorize patient opinions on cholesterol drugs. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2023
NIH Funding to Support Cardiovascular Disease Detection Using AI
Financial support from the NIH will allow researchers to enhance cardiovascular disease detection through machine- and deep-learning models. Continue Reading