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I’ve chosen to focus on the intersection of healthcare, particularly how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming this field. My interest in healthcare comes from having many friends and family members working in the field. I’ve always been curious about how healthcare systems operate and how technology can improve efficiency and accessibility. Recently, I’ve been following advancements in AI, like how it’s being used to diagnose diseases more accurately and personalize treatment plans. This got me thinking about how AI could also be used to predict health outcomes, such as by uploading pictures of a condition like acne to receive more tailored advice or treatment options.

On the Padlet wall, I will cover examples of AI applications in the healthcare industry. I will also discuss future trends, including the potential for AI to enhance patient care and predict health outcomes. Additionally, I will explore the societal impact of AI, such as how it can increase access to care and improve efficiency, but also how it raises concerns about data privacy, and trust. I believe AI has the potential to change healthcare for the better by making it faster and improving results, but it’s important to address ethical concerns to make sure its benefits are responsibly.

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AI is increasingly used in diagnostic imaging to enhance the accuracy of medical diagnoses. Technologies like machine learning and computer vision help analyze medical images, such as X-rays, MRIs to detect conditions like tumors or fractures. The benefits of AI in this field include faster and more accurate diagnoses, leading to improved patient outcomes. However, challenges include the need for large, high-quality datasets for training AI models and the risk of bias in algorithms. Additionally, AI cannot replace human expertise, requiring collaboration with medical professionals for accurate interpretation and decision-making.

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Medical Imaging: From X rays to AI Assisted Diagnosis

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MRI scans can help in detecting conditions like tumors or fractures. It is interesting to me because it demonstrates how technology can significantly enhance the accuracy and speed of medical diagnoses. Sometimes I feel like you can be waiting for your results for hours in a hospitial but this makes the process faster!

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Tempus is revolutionizing precision medicine through artificial intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI, to create Intelligent Diagnostics. The company leverages machine learning and natural language processing to analyze one of the world's largest libraries of clinical and molecular data. This technology helps physicians make data-driven decisions in real time, enabling personalized patient care. The main benefit of this AI application is the ability to provide targeted treatments based on individual data, improving patient outcomes. However, challenges include data privacy concerns, maintaining the accuracy of AI algorithms, and the need for constant data updates.

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Introducing Tempus Next: Care Pathway Intelligence Solution - Tempus

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Chris Scotto DiVetta, SVP of Applications at Tempus AI introduces Tempus Next, an AI enabled care pathway platform that helps providers accelerate the adoption of evidence based care.

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The Aurora EV-ICD™ MRI SureScan device helps treat patients at risk of life-threatening heart conditions like ventricular tachyarrhythmias by delivering pacing, cardioversion, and defibrillation therapies. The device uses AI and machine learning to improve the accuracy of treatments and ensure they are safe, especially when used in MRI scans. The benefits of using AI in this device include faster and more precise treatments, which can help save lives. However, challenges include making sure the device is safe during MRI scans and ensuring the right patient conditions for its use.

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Medtronic Endoscopy's Chief AI Officer on Transforming Dx through AI and Patient-Centric Design

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I find the Aurora EV-ICD™ MRI SureScan™ device fascinating because it combines advanced technology like AI and machine learning with life-saving treatments for heart conditions. The potential impact of this device is huge, especially for older people, as they are often at a higher risk of heart issues and sudden cardiac death.

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I find Tempus's use of AI in personalizing patient care particularly fascinating because it has the potential to transform how hospitals approach healthcare. By analyzing vast amounts of data, Tempus helps doctors make more informed decisions there is automated tracking and reporting. The concept of optimizing each patient's care based on the experiences and data of others is truly impactful. For example, radiologists can benefit from Tempus's use of AI to analyze imaging data allowing them to detect patterns more accurately and quickly, which helps reduce diagnostic errors.

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“Our Technology.” Tempus, 4 Feb. 2025, www.tempus.com/about-us/tempus-tech/. This article offers valuable insights into how Tempus uses AI to personalize patient care, which is essential for understanding the role of AI in transforming healthcare practices and improving patient outcomes.

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Depositphotos. (2024). Single MRI scan promises to diagnose early- and late-stage alzheimer’s. Retrieved from https://newatlas.com/medical/mri-scan-machine-learning-diagnose-alzheimers-dementia/

This image is helpful because it shows an MRI scan, which is a key tool used in diagnosing both early- and late-stage Alzheimer's disease.

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Aurora EV-ICDTM System. Retrieved from https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/healthcare-professionals/products/cardiac-rhythm/implantable-cardioverter-defibrillators/aurora-ev-icd-system.html?cid=PPC%3AGOOG%3AHCP-BD-AuroraEVICD-RSA%3AAMEROLM-CV-CRM-PanDS-11147231&sheet=open&ef_id=Cj0KCQjw7dm-BhCoARIsALFk4v8nIuaJFI9gjdm_eS7dPyyo7xfbJ1m1iV8KsO6v-sORtt5U7pamQ_gaAgj7EALw_wcB%3AG%3As&s_kwcid=AL%2118272%213%21684664180474%21b%21%21g%21%21medtronic+aurora%2120866232618%21153595103461&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7dm-BhCoARIsALFk4v8nIuaJFI9gjdm_eS7dPyyo7xfbJ1m1iV8KsO6v-sORtt5U7pamQ_gaAgj7EALw_wcB

It iss helpful because it explains how AI is being used in Medtronic’s endoscopy unit and how SmartTRAK uses AI to improve their market research in the medical field.

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As AI continues to advance, its potential to transform healthcare also grows. It could help doctors catch diseases like Alzheimer's or cancer earlier, giving patients a better chance at recovery. AI can also make treatments more personal and improve overall patient care. But there are also some big challenges that come with using AI in healthcare. One of the biggest issues is making sure patient data is safe and private. If AI systems get hacked, sensitive information could be exposed. Also, not all patients fully understand how AI is being used in their care, which could cause problems with informed consent. Some future devices include Medtronic and Tempus.

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Personally, the thing I find concerning is that people in poorer or rural areas might not have access to these new AI technologies, which could worsen health inequalities. As well as AI relies heavily on patient data. This is concerning because what if that data isn't protected enough. Then it can cause issues such as misusing the information and leaking it.

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Farhud, D. D., & Zokaei, S. (2021). Ethical issues of Artificial Intelligence in medicine and Healthcare. Retrieved from https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8826344/ . I used this to find future trends in AI in the healthcare and the ethical considerations. For example the use of robots to stop the spread of Covid.

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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform healthcare, its societal impact becomes more significant. One key area is employment. AI will change the workforce by automating repetitive tasks, but it also creates opportunities for new jobs that require human creativity and empathy, qualities that AI cannot replicate. As noted in What Is The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Society?, AI will definitely cause the workforce to evolve. The alarmist headlines often emphasize the loss of jobs to machines, but the real challenge is for humans to find new passions and responsibilities that require uniquely human abilities. For example, PwC estimates that 7 million existing jobs will be replaced by AI in the UK between 2017-2037, but 7.2 million new jobs could be created. Although this offers hope, it also raises uncertainty about how some individuals will make a living, which could be challenging as the workforce adapts.

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Marr, B. (2021). What is the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on society? Retrieved from https://bernardmarr.com/what-is-the-impact-of-artificial-intelligence-ai-on-society/ - This article provides a comprehensive overview of how AI will change the workforce. It highlights that while AI automates repetitive tasks, it also opens up new job opportunities that require human creativity qualities that AI cannot replicate.

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Throughout my research process, I learned a lot, including the importance of AI in healthcare. For example, I discovered how the Aurora EV-ICD™ MRI SureScan device helps treat patients at risk of life-threatening heart conditions by delivering therapies like pacing, cardioversion, and defibrillation. I also learned that AI is transforming diagnostic imaging by enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses through technologies like machine learning and computer vision, which analyze images such as X-rays and MRIs to detect conditions like tumors or fractures. One challenge I faced was gathering reliable sources, but I overcame it by cross-referencing multiple articles to ensure accuracy.

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My personal insights on how these societal impacts influence my perception of AI in the industry make me feel a bit scared. A lot of people didn’t have the opportunity to go to college, and AI taking over their jobs could seriously impact their families and income. It’s concerning to think that jobs that many people depend on could be replaced by machines, especially for those who don’t have the skills to transition into new roles created by AI.

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It’s concerning to think that jobs many people depend on could be replaced by machines, especially for those who don’t have the skills to transition into new roles created by AI. This has made me more aware of the need to consider the social implications of AI and how society can better support those affected by these technological changes.