Benefits of AI Innovations for Patients

OpenAI's work on synthetic voice generation could be immensely beneficial for patients. With this technology, my brilliant friend, Dr. Rohaid Ali, colleagues, and the Brown Neurosurgery Department have utilized OpenAI's voice engine to help a patient recover her voice after she lost her speech due to a vascular brain tumor. She was able to use a 15 second clip from a video for a class project to be the reference audio source for her synthetically reconstructed voice. For patients with neurodegenerative diseases or other chronic or as well as acute conditions that impact speech such as traumatic brain injury or stroke, this technology could help recover their voices using a simple voicemail they've left on a friend or family member's phone. A tremendous example of an application of AI in medicine that delivers real patient value and impact. This project also addresses what I've described as The Faster Horse Problem in AI (https://lnkd.in/eVv9WXqY). Instead of building a co-pilot, Dr. Ali and team are unlocking an entirely new class of tools for patients. With each new AI model and capability, we must work tirelessly on behalf of our patients to identify applications with such profound impact. Brown Neurosurgery Lifespan The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University #ai #artificialintelligence #generativeai #healthcare #medicine #neurosurgery https://lnkd.in/eB7hwwgd

As a surgeon, I've seen the potential of AI to diagnose diseases and streamline the entire patient journey, from the moment patients walk through the door to the day they're discharged. Imagine a patient arriving at the hospital with a suspected heart condition. Traditionally, this could involve multiple appointments, tests, and specialist consultations, causing delays and potential anxiety for the patient. With AI, this process can be expedited and personalized. Algorithms can quickly analyze medical records, lab results, and imaging scans to identify potential issues, flagging them for immediate attention. AI-powered chatbots can guide patients through the process, answering questions, scheduling appointments, and providing educational resources. For example, AI can help identify patients at high risk of readmission, allowing for proactive interventions and follow-up care that reduces hospital stays and improves outcomes. But AI's potential goes beyond efficiency. It can also enhance the patient experience by: ◾️Personalizing care plans: Tailoring treatment based on individual patient data. ◾️Providing 24/7 support: Offering virtual consultations and access to information anytime. ◾️Empowering patients: Giving them the tools and information they need to actively participate in their own care. I'm excited about AI's possibilities for improving healthcare delivery. By seamlessly integrating AI into the patient journey, we can create a more efficient, effective, and, ultimately, human-centered healthcare system. #AI #healthcare #innovation #patientjourney #efficiency #heart

AI Agents-Powered Digital Therapeutics (DTx) merge the precision and adaptability of artificial intelligence with rigorously validated, patient-centric digital healthcare solutions. This innovative synergy enables hyper-personalized, scalable, and proactive treatment interventions across a diverse spectrum of medical conditions, including chronic diseases, mental health disorders, and neurological impairments. By integrating real-time data from wearables, electronic health records, and patient-reported outcomes, AI agents dynamically adapt DTx programs, offering predictive care, early risk detection, and continuous monitoring. Leveraging methodologies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), virtual reality, and gamification, these solutions empower patients while enhancing clinical efficiency and reducing costs. The collaboration of AI agents with DTx not only revolutionizes treatment delivery but also fosters equity in healthcare access, creating an ecosystem poised to transform patient outcomes globally. #DigitalTherapeutics #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthTech #AIinHealthcare #DigitalHealth #RemotePatientMonitoring #MentalHealth #ChronicDisease #BehavioralHealth #CognitiveTherapies #PrecisionMedicine #Telemedicine #VirtualHealth #PainManagement #CBT #PersonalizedHealth #NeuroRehabilitation #Oncology

#FoxNews Today: How #AI + Human Expertise Detected Breast Cancer Missed by Routine Screening A remarkable case from West Sussex demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare. Sheila Tooth, a 68-year-old woman, had her breast cancer missed by routine screening and even cleared by two radiologists. Yet, an AI system, Mammography Intelligent Assessment (MIA), detected early-stage cancer invisible to the human eye. This second opinion by AI allowed her to undergo a lumpectomy without additional treatment, giving her a new lease on life. Sheila said it best: “It’s extraordinary… I just feel so lucky.” AI is not here to replace doctors but to empower them. As Harvey Castro, MD, MBA. Castro shares, “The synergy between AI and human expertise can lead to earlier, more accurate diagnoses, offering patients a fighting chance.” This life-saving story aligns with the theme of my recent #TEDx talk, “AI and Us: Revolutionizing Medicine Together,” where I explore how human + AI collaboration can redefine healthcare. Watch the talk to learn how this powerful combination is shaping the future of medicine. While this case highlights the life-saving potential of AI, it also underscores the importance of broader adoption in healthcare systems. Challenges like cost barriers must be addressed to make AI accessible for all patients. Sheila’s story is proof of what’s possible when we embrace innovation. Together, AI and healthcare professionals can revolutionize early detection and redefine outcomes for millions. Let’s push for greater integration of AI in healthcare. Whether you’re a policymaker, provider, or patient, now is the time to champion this technology and unlock its full potential. #AIinHealthcare #BreastCancerAwareness #HumanPlusAI #TEDx #FoxNews #EarlyDetection #HealthTech #MedicalBreakthrough #PatientCare #CancerScreening #HealthcareInnovation

Excited to share my latest LinkedIn article on a topic that’s transforming healthcare operations and patient outcomes: “powering Elderly Care: AI Agents Enhancing Human Connection.” As a HealthIT innovator specializing in AI-driven solutions, I’ve witnessed firsthand the persistent challenges that healthcare providers face-especially when it comes to supporting our aging population. Traditional care models often struggle with communication gaps, reactive interventions, and staff shortages, leading to preventable complications and reduced quality of life for seniors. In my new white paper, I explore how AI agents are fundamentally reshaping elderly care by: 🔹 Enabling continuous health monitoring through wearables and smart sensors, detecting health changes before they escalate. 🔹 Automating proactive, personalized communication to keep seniors, families, and care teams connected and informed. 🔹 Adapting care plans in real time using machine learning, ensuring interventions are timely and tailored to each individual’s evolving needs. The results from a number of use cases are compelling: 68% reduction in 30-day hospital readmissions 43% improvement in medication adherence 86% faster caregiver response times Beyond the numbers, AI agents, along with their human counterparts, empower seniors to live independently longer, allow clinicians to focus on top-of-license care, and deliver significant cost savings for health systems. If you’re interested in how intelligent automation can drive real-world improvements in elderly care-while preserving dignity and human touch-I invite you to read the full article and join the conversation on the future of healthcare innovation. Please feel free to post your thoughts and comments below. And, of course, always available to discuss how we can support your mission. #AIinHealthcare #ElderlyCare #HealthIT #DigitalHealth #Innovation #PatientExperience #AIAgents #Innovation

As an anesthesiologist, I’m excited to read about promising areas within the practice that might be augmented or improved with the use of AI. A few takeaways from this article: • Electronic health records now generate great volumes of data with every patient encounter and machine learning techniques offer the ability to sift through patient comorbidities, laboratory and imaging results, vital signs, demographics, and caregiver notes to identify patterns and generate objective risk assessments that can predict perioperative morbidity and mortality. AI can definitely help us with understanding this information. • In particular, with this risk assessment and perioperative outcome predictive power, AI models can help to more appropriately allocate finite health care resources and assist in decisions relevant to patient disposition or discharge. • For example, AI can help to predict blood loss and the need for transfusion associated with various patient conditions and surgical procedures. If substantial blood loss were to occur, AI can assist in clinical decision making and provide recommendations that accurately adhere to published transfusion guidelines. • In OR and recovery room environments, AI can predict adverse events, guide fluid management, titrate sedation administration and monitor vital signs to detect early harbingers of clinical deterioration. And there’s more … https://lnkd.in/gaZ8n4zW

Integrating AI into healthcare is a must if we are to work smart in this healthcare crisis, despite some initial concerns from nurses about whether AI would supersede their decision-making processes. Since 2018, nurses at Aurora, Colorado-based UCHealth have been using AI to detect sepsis, saving thousands of patients' lives. "The statewide Virtual Sepsis program analyzes 2,000 patients a day for early signs of the complication, notifying nurses and physicians when they should take a closer look." By alerting nurses to at-risk patients two to four hours before this deadly complication, this AI tool reduces patient mortality by 30% or more. AI's predictive analytics capabilities are a game-changer in patient care and offer a promising future for improved patient outcomes. Nurses need all the assistance they can get to handle unrealistic workloads and insufficient support. AI has the potential to enhance the support available to nurses, helping to alleviate some of the challenges they and their patients face. The key is integrating AI in a way that supports and enhances nurses' skills rather than replacing their critical human touch. Thoughts? #nursesonlinkedin #nurseinnovation #nurseleaders #nurses #healthcareinnovation

AI powered mental health is allowing patients to take control of their care. Mental health has a growing recognition of importance - both from patients and employers alike. In fact, 95% of employers note that access to mental health is a top need. This story talks about Kintsugi's #AI backed voice journaling, platform and voice. Some of the potential benefits: ❇️ Real time check ins and status of mental health ❇️ Voice recognition which can potentially give some objective data. Useful for patients, clinicians and employers ❇️ Precision care: Measuring changes like time, specific interventions meds, etc AI makes some people nervous. Like anything, it is a tool and can be used for positive change but also has limits. In this case, if we can get more care for mental health it is worth it - it might help bridge the shortage in getting access to #mentalhealth. Aside from the health benefits, it aids employers also: "the cost of unaddressed mental health challenges is too high to ignore, leading to almost 12 missed workdays per employee per year and costing the U.S. economy $47.6 billion annually.” #digitalhealth #artificialintelligence #voicerecognition #telehealth #rpm #platform Grace Chang

I recently came across an incredible story that I feel needs more attention. Ann lost her ability to speak 18 years ago due to paralysis. Imagine not being able to say a word for nearly two decades. Now, thanks to a combination of a brain implant and artificial intelligence, she's finding her voice again. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤? Ann is collaborating with researchers to develop a new technology called a brain-computer interface (BCI). Here's a simple breakdown: - Brain Implant: A tiny device is placed in her brain. This implant picks up the electrical signals that her brain generates when she thinks about speaking. - Artificial Intelligence: AI algorithms interpret these signals and translate them into words or sentences in real time. So when Ann thinks about saying something, the system reads her brain activity and converts it into spoken words. It's like her thoughts are given a voice. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭? This technology isn't just about helping one person - it's a major step forward for anyone who has lost the ability to speak due to paralysis or other conditions. Regaining the ability to communicate verbally can drastically improve someone's quality of life, offering independence and a stronger connection with others. With so many stories about AI's potential downsides, like deepfakes and privacy concerns, it's uplifting to see how artificial intelligence can make a real, positive difference in people's lives. Ann's experience highlights the amazing possibilities when technology and human determination come together. It's stories like these that remind us of the good that can come from innovation. While it's important to be mindful of the challenges, let's also celebrate the breakthroughs that have the power to change lives. What are your thoughts on this incredible use of AI in healthcare? #innovation #technology #future #management #startups

🗞️🚨📺 Got a chance to be interviewed by Jonathan Martinez, anchor with News 4 San Antonio WOAI/NBC discussing advancements in #artificialintelligence in #kidney care. I discussed my take on the application of AI to #healthcare, but also the benefits it can have for both patients and providers. A patient can be viewed as a collection of data points (age, sex, vital signs, zip code, labs, etc). However, in the U.S. 🇺🇸 that data is often siloed off (doctors offices, hospitals, #dialysis units, laboratories, insurance companies). Not only that, sometime info in an organization itself can be siloed off or not made easily accessible. The benefit of AI is that it can sort thru all this data, from various sources and provide concise info and conclusions to physicians to provide more personalized care. My role as Chief Nephrologist for DeLorean Artificial Intelligence has really opened up my horizons and take on patient care. The team has built some incredible dashboards, that not only give predictions and likelihood of patient outcomes, but also a great concise retrospective analysis of a patient’s history up until that point. As a physician, what I like to say in regards to the analysis of a patient with AI, is that I never knew what I never knew.