A. Karim Kader, MD, PhD, FRCSC, presented “AI in Healthcare: The Hype, The Reality, and the Promise” during the 34th International Prostate Cancer Update on February 13, 2024, in Vail, Colorado.

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How to cite: Kader, A. Karim. “AI in Healthcare: The Hype, The Reality, and the Promise.” February 2024. Accessed Aug 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/ai-in-healthcare-the-hype-the-reality-and-the-promise/

AI in Healthcare: The Hype, The Reality, and the Promise – Summary

A. Karim Kader, MD, PhD, FRCSC, explores the current state and future potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Dr. Kader begins by analyzing AI’s role in transforming current medical practice.

Dr. Kader acknowledges AI’s benefits, including its potential to revolutionize diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care. When acting as a “scribe,” AI can be invaluable in creating grant proposals, patient education materials, and the writing of operative notes.

Looking ahead, Dr. Kader envisions a future where AI is seamlessly integrated into routine clinical practice, augmenting the capabilities of healthcare professionals and enhancing patient care. He calls for continued investment in AI research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of robust frameworks for AI implementation and governance.

 

About The 34th Annual International Prostate Cancer Update:
The International Prostate Cancer Update (IPCU), founded in 1990, is a multi-day CME conference focused on prostate cancer treatment updates with expert, international faculty. It is led by expert physicians and is designed for urologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. The 34th iteration of the meeting occurred February 11-14, 2024 in Vail, Colorado. To view more educational presentations from IPCU 34, visit our collection page.