AI in Clinical Practice: Revolutionizing Healthcare
Karachi: Experts from around the world gathered at the 26th National Health Sciences Research Symposium (NHSRS) at Aga Khan University (AKU) to discuss the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice. Over two days of keynotes, plenary talks, and pre-symposium workshops, leaders in medicine and technology explored how AI is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, education, and patient care.
Dr. Adil Haider, Dean of the Medical College at AKU, inaugurated the symposium by highlighting the pressing necessity to keep pace with the technological innovations transforming healthcare. He pointed out that artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning have significantly altered the methods of delivering medical education. He remarked, “The swift progress in AI and machine learning, coupled with global challenges like the Covid-19 pandemic, has redefined how education is imparted and absorbed. Transitioning to dynamic, student-focused learning models is vital to remain relevant in this shifting environment.”Health Committee Raises Concerns Over PNMC President Allegations
The incorporation of AI into healthcare holds great promise for enhancing disease detection, optimizing treatment choices, and refining clinical laboratory testing, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and improved quality of life. Professor Zara Cooper, a Surgery Professor at Harvard Medical School, provided her perspective on AI’s capacity to advance surgical care, emphasizing that “AI can be utilized to elevate palliative care, ensuring patients receive empathetic and accurate treatment throughout their journey.”
Professor Mayur Narayan, head of the trauma division at AiACCESS, underscored the need to address inequalities in access as AI technologies progress within the surgical domain. He commented, “AI has the potential to transform surgical procedures, but we must tackle disparities in both access and outcomes to guarantee that the advantages of these innovations are available to all patients.”
The second day of the symposium included keynote speeches from renowned experts such as Dr. Patricia Geli, co-founder and COO of C10 Labs, and Dr. Yasar Ayaz, a professor at NUST and Head of Robotics and Machine Engineering. They delved into how AI can streamline healthcare processes, refine surgical practices, and improve patient results. A highly anticipated segment, “The Great Debate,” featured discussions on the ethical challenges posed by AI in healthcare, focusing on how to balance technological progress with ethical responsibility.
