Rice University and Houston Methodist Launch Digital Health Institute to Transform Healthcare
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Rice University and Houston Methodist have established the Digital Health Institute, a collaborative initiative aimed at transforming healthcare through technology and expertise. This multiyear partnership combines Houston Methodist’s academic medical research capabilities with Rice’s strengths in engineering and AI to develop innovative solutions that enhance patient care, boost operational efficiency, and promote equitable healthcare access. Led by prominent figures from both institutions, the institute will focus on key areas such as AI-driven disease diagnosis, predictive analytics, remote patient monitoring, personalized medicine, advanced imaging technologies, and expanded telemedicine services.
