Cedars-Sinai CIO's tips to ensure genAI is fair, appropriate, valid, effective and safe
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Contributed by: Sarah Richardson
Summary
Craig Kwiatkowski, senior vice president and CIO at Cedars-Sinai, leads efforts to advance AI in healthcare, notably through the AI-powered virtual primary care app Cedars-Sinai Connect, which increased primary care capacity by 11% since its launch in fall 2023. His approach to AI integration balances building internally and utilizing existing vendor solutions like Oracle and Epic to enhance outcomes and reduce clinician burnout. Kwiatkowski emphasizes the importance of seamless integration into existing workflows to drive adoption and effectiveness, with a cautious yet optimistic stance on emerging generative AI tools for long-term potential. This interview discusses the strategic considerations of AI development and integration in healthcare.
