C-SPAN Bookshelf BN+: Dr. Hassan Tetteh, "Smarter Healthcare with AI"
Apr 22, 2025
Dr. Hassan Tetteh, a thoracic surgeon and author at Howard University, discusses his new book on revolutionizing healthcare with AI. He explores how military medicine can innovate personal healthcare and enhance decision-making in critical situations. Tetteh reflects on mental health solutions for veterans using AI technology, the emotional challenges of loss in his life, and the essential ethical considerations of AI in healthcare. His insights reveal a future where AI not only improves surgery but also transforms patient care and support systems.
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Transformative Career in Clinical Informatics
- Hassan Tetteh shared his journey becoming board certified in clinical informatics after a Navy health policy fellowship.
- This milestone led him to serve as chief medical informatics officer for the Navy, impacting hundreds of thousands of people.
Embrace AI as Present Reality
- To prepare for the AI future, actively engage with and use AI technologies in daily life.
- Understand AI as the general purpose technology of our era, vital like fire or electricity.
AI Enhances Continuous Health Monitoring
- AI enables continuous health data collection beyond annual doctor visits.
- This data allows healthcare teams to make more informed decisions and recommend personalized interventions.