Folkert Asselbergs

Folkert Asselbergs, a cardiologist and expert in digital health and AI, discusses the implications of large language models (LLMs) in clinical settings, including their role in patient engagement and reducing clinician workload. Massimo Imazio, chair of the upcoming ESC guidelines on myocarditis, delves into the nuances of diagnosing myocarditis, emphasizing cardiac MRI and biopsies when necessary. He also provides critical insights on managing immune-related myocarditis and guidelines for returning patients to physical activity.

Folkert Asselbergs, Professor of Cardiology and digital health expert, dives into the transformative role of large language models in clinical settings. He discusses how these models can automate administrative tasks and even serve as AI companions grounded in ESC guidelines. Folkert addresses concerns about hallucinations and bias, and argues for innovative evaluation methods over traditional trials. He encourages democratized patient access to AI tools while emphasizing data security and the potential for personal health apps in the future.