Digital Health Section Podcast- Royal Society of Medicine
AI in Ophthalmology. With Prof Pearse Keane- Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields and Professor of Artificial Medical Intelligence at University College London
Nov 11, 2024
Pearse Keane, a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields and a Professor of Artificial Medical Intelligence at University College London, dives into the transformative role of AI in eye care. He shares insights on the successful collaboration between Moorfields and Google DeepMind to detect retinal diseases. Discover the emerging field of 'oculomics,' viewing the eye as a vital health indicator. Keane also discusses the UK’s potential to lead in healthcare AI by merging NHS data with academic expertise and the innovative ReptFound model for enhancing eye disease screenings.
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- The collaboration between Moorfields and Google DeepMind has advanced AI capabilities in detecting retinal diseases, matching expert diagnoses.
- The emerging field of oculomics highlights how eye examinations can reveal systemic health issues, enabling early diagnoses for various conditions.
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Advancements in AI for Eye Care
AI has made significant strides in ophthalmology, particularly in detecting and diagnosing retinal diseases. One of the notable collaborations was between Moorfields Eye Hospital and Google DeepMind, focusing on the development of AI systems that can analyze retinal scans. These AI models have proven to match, if not surpass, the diagnostic capabilities of experienced clinicians in identifying various retinal conditions. The success of these efforts has positioned ophthalmology at the forefront of medical AI advancements.
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