The increased use of technology such as medical imaging, artificial intelligence, and patient communication tools provides opportunities for private practices, universities, community health centers, management centers, and other optometric clinics to collaborate and provide quality care by working with other health care professionals in a changing world. This article will discuss how telehealth … [Read more...]
‘AI doctor’ better at predicting patient outcomes, including death
Reprinted: CNW, 7-7-2023 A new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool has demonstrated the ability to read physicians’ notes and accurately anticipate patients’ risk of death, readmission to hospital, and other outcomes important to their care. As such, AI has proven itself useful in reading medical imaging and even shown it can pass doctors’ licensing exams. Designed by a team at NYU Grossman … [Read more...]
Healthcare industry of the future: What to expect in the next 50 years
Reprinted: News-Medical 7-4-2023 Developments in technology are moving forward rapidly and over the next 50 years, healthcare across the globe will change, including an increased use of AI and robotics. Trends also show that climate change, hunger and diseases may affect how the sector will change. A study by researchers at Mälardalen University (MDU) describes what our future healthcare … [Read more...]
Human Touch and Health Care Technology Work Best Together
Reprinted: Provider, 5/30/2023 Although popular at the beginning of the twentieth century, the practice of doctors making house calls largely ceased by the 1970s. But now, medical professionals are once again appearing in our living rooms for routine check-ups, outpatient care, and to answer pressing health concerns. This is the result of telehealth solutions: apps and secure video platforms … [Read more...]
How AI solutions are breaking boundaries to achieve revolutions in care
There’s growing appreciation for the potential of artificial intelligence in supporting clinicians, directing treatment and optimizing care. Artificial intelligence is transforming various industries, and healthcare is no exception. AI is opening new medical horizons, from improving diagnostics and treatment plans to enhancing patient care and efficiency. In understanding AI's current … [Read more...]