Medical AI Essentials for Healthcare Professionals

Introduction to Medical AI

 

This foundational module provides an understanding of the conceptual and practical origins of artificial intelligence (AI) and its exciting real-world applications in the clinical setting. It covers the following topics:

 

The History and Evolution of AI:

Explore the journey from symbolic AI to neural networks, including significant breakthroughs such as IBM's Deep Blue, AlphaGo, and GPT-4.

 

Principles of AI Creation:

Gain insights into the data requirements, algorithms, and human inputs that shape AI systems.

 

Identifying Clinical Problems:

Learn how to accurately define the problems that AI can solve—those where AI can genuinely add value for healthcare professionals and patients.

 

Design Thinking in AI:

Understand the clinical contexts, stakeholder perspectives, ethical considerations, and data sources necessary for ensuring meaningful and safe AI development.

 

Why it Matters:

This module encourages and empowers clinicians to participate actively in AI innovation, shaping the use of AI rather than merely responding to it. By establishing a solid foundation, we can ensure that AI solutions are aligned with real patient needs and clinical workflows.

 

CPD Awarded: 2 credits, with approximately 2 hours required to complete the module plus exam time.

 

Price: Free