AI in Healthcare and Life Sciences Podcast Driving Data Efficiencies in Healthcare - with RJ Kedziora of Estenda Solutions
Oct 3, 2024
RJ Kedziora, Co-founder and CTO of Estenda Solutions, dives into transformative AI applications in healthcare. He discusses how technologies like natural language processing are reshaping data access and efficiency. The conversation highlights the importance of digital therapeutics and the challenges of outdated document processes. RJ also explores the shift towards value-based care, emphasizing a holistic approach to patient management. With decades of experience, he offers insights into the future of healthcare data and its incredible potential.
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AI as Augmented Intelligence
- Think of AI as augmented intelligence, enhancing our ability to process information.
- The proliferation of data from sources like wearable devices requires AI to interpret and understand it.
Digital Therapeutics vs. Health Apps
- Digital therapeutics are apps based on clinical evidence, used to prevent or treat illnesses, similar to prescribed medications.
- Unlike general health apps, they undergo FDA review and address specific conditions like anxiety or obesity.
Fax Machines and Healthcare's Digital Gap
- Fax machines with integrated AI for document processing are still being sold at healthcare conferences.
- This highlights the healthcare industry's slow adoption of digital technology, particularly in data management.