HIMSSCast: The Roles of ChatGPT, Voice and Other AI in Healthcare
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, especially generative AI, which powers applications such as ChatGPT. Recently, HIMSS dedicated an entire day to AI at the Machine Learning & AI for Healthcare Forum at HIMSS23 in Chicago. David Metcalf, Director of the Mixed Emerging Technology Integration Lab (METIL) at the UCF Institute for Simulation & Training, moderated this event.
On this episode of HIMSSCast, we explore Metcalf's perspective on the AI forum for those who could not attend. Let's take a look at the top takeaways from the event.
AI Augmenting Healthcare Working Hours
Generative AI has the potential to augment nearly 40% of healthcare working hours, making it an attractive solution for healthcare providers. AI can assist in automating routine tasks, such as medical record documentation, freeing up the limited resources and time of clinicians. AI-powered applications can also provide decision support for clinicians in complex cases, which can lead to better patient outcomes.
New AI Tool Predicting Hospital Discharge
One of the most exciting AI applications in healthcare is the development of an AI tool that predicts when a patient is ready to be discharged from the hospital. This would greatly benefit healthcare providers by freeing up hospital beds and resources while ensuring that patients receive the right care at the right time.
ChatGPT vs Doctors
While AI has immense potential in healthcare, it is important to note that it cannot replace human clinicians. ChatGPT, for example, can provide assistance in routine cases, but it cannot replace a trained medical professional. It is also important to note that ChatGPT's presence on social media should not be confused with its abilities in a clinical setting.
The Need for AI Oversight in Healthcare
With the fast-growing adoption of AI in healthcare, there is a pressing need for oversight to ensure that these technologies meet regulatory standards. This will ensure that patient privacy is maintained and that AI is used ethically and effectively in healthcare.
As AI continues to evolve, its role in healthcare will only become more significant. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest trends and innovations in this space.
