In this episode, Dr. Matthew Lungren, Chief Scientific Officer at Microsoft Health & Life Sciences, discusses the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and its transformative impact on modern healthcare. From automating complex workflows to revolutionizing diagnostics, AI is reshaping the way medicine is practiced. But what challenges and vulnerabilities come with this technological explosion? Dr. Lungren shares his insights into the exciting possibilities and potential pitfalls of AI in medicine.
In this discussion, we cover:
· Why 2023 marked a pivotal year for AI in healthcare.
· The distinction between narrow AI and generative AI.
· How AI systems are learning to perform functions that were once thought impossible.
· The role AI plays in automating complex, text-based workflows in healthcare.
Dr. Lungren, an expert in machine learning and healthcare innovation, has authored over 200 publications on AI applications in medicine and public health. His work has been featured by NPR, Vice News, and Scientific American, and he regularly speaks at major AI and healthcare conferences.
Want to learn more about the future of AI in healthcare? Follow Dr. Lungren on X @mattlungrenMD.
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