medical advancements

What if AI did your health scan during next hospital visit? Is it safe? AIMS Delhi doctor raises concerns

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What if AI did your health scan during next hospital visit? Is it safe? AIMS Delhi doctor raises concerns

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare, especially in medical analysis and radiology. Hospitals are increasingly adopting AI systems for patient triage, initial scans, and workflow optimization. While these technologies promise faster and more efficient diagnostics, experts warn that the rapid rollout carries significant risks. AI in Radiology: A Double-Edged Sword According to Dr. Datta … Read more

‘AI shot in the arm for quicker medical response, safer drugs’ – ET HealthWorld

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‘AI shot in the arm for quicker medical response, safer drugs’ – ET HealthWorld

Bhopal: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) offers the potential to significantly reduce the time needed to identify adverse drug reactions. This faster identification allows for quicker responses, resulting in safer drug prescribing and improved health outcomes for patients. Professor and head of the department of pharmacology at AIIMS Bhopal, Dr Balakrishnan S discussed the … Read more

Are Mini Robots Coming to a Hospital Near You?

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Are Mini Robots Coming to a Hospital Near You?

Aug. 2, 2022 – Imagine being wheeled into the operating room where your surgical team awaits – the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, and … a tiny robot crab. Northwestern University scientists have built a super-small robot crab that could one day carry out delicate surgical tasks – entering your body to suture small, ruptured arteries, clear … Read more

The Theranos Trial: What You Should Know

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The Theranos Trial: What You Should Know

Oct. 25, 2021 — The promise seemed too good to be true: Walk into your local drugstore, provide a few drops of blood via finger-prick, and get screened for hundreds of different diseases, quickly and cheaply. That’s what Silicon Valley startup Theranos, founded by Elizabeth Holmes, touted. As it turned out, it wasn’t true. Now … Read more