Establishing a Center for Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in a Tertiary Medical Center: Successes and Challenges.

Journal: The Israel Medical Association journal : IMAJ
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: The field of artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly influence the future of medicine. With the accumulation of vast databases and recent advancements in computer science methods, AI's capabilities have been demonstrated in numerous areas, from diagnosis and morbidity prediction to patient treatment. Establishing an AI research and development unit within a medical center offers multiple advantages, particularly in fostering research and tapping into the immediate potential of AI at the patient's bedside.

Authors

  • Nadav Loebl
    Beilinson Medical Center Innovation, Artificial Intelligence Center, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel, Faculty of Computer Science, Reichman University, Herzliya, Israel.
  • Eytan Wirtheim
    Beilinson Medical Center Innovation, Artificial Intelligence Center, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel, Management, Rabin Medical Center (Beilinson Campus), Petah Tikva, Israel.
  • Leor Perl
    Department of Cardiology, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikvah, Israel.