AI in Healthcare: Focus on Practical Integration for Tangible Results
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
During a panel at the Becker’s Health IT Digital Health and Revenue Cycle Conference, Daniel Barchi, CIO of CommonSpirit Health, discussed the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning to realize its benefits. He likened AI investments to tuition—requiring thoughtful consideration—while contrasting them with cybersecurity expenses, which are essential for operational stability. Barchi noted that many health systems have been using AI tools for years, often without recognizing them as such, and highlighted the existing applications in clinical systems like sepsis management and radiology. He cautioned against the hype surrounding AI, urging healthcare leaders to concentrate on practical applications that deliver measurable outcomes.
