Talk Python To Me #470: Python in Medicine and Patient Care
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Jul 12, 2024 
Dr. Somak Roy discusses using Python in a Children's Hospital to speed up patient care. Topics include Python in molecular pathology, resolving code bugs with Sentry, transitioning to Python in genomics, and developing custom lab information systems for pediatric cancer care.
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Early Programming and Genetics
- Dr. Roy's initial programming experience was with GW-BASIC on an MSX computer as a child.
- His interest in genetics and computer science grew, leading him to realize their combined potential in medicine.
C# and .NET in Medical Informatics
- Dr. Roy's initial work involved C# and VB.NET due to limited resources and the influence of his medical informatics training.
- This enterprise-focused background contrasted with the research world's preference for Python and R.
Python's Versatility in Genomics
- Python's rich ecosystem of genomics packages, like Biopython, simplifies complex tasks like variant annotation.
- This, coupled with its web framework capabilities (Flask/Django), makes Python a versatile tool.