Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Healthcare

Abstract

This book chapter examines the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve healthcare. AI has become increasingly prominent in healthcare, providing the capability to automate tasks, analyze large patient data sets, and deliver quicker and more cost-effective healthcare. We focus on its various applications in healthcare including vital sign monitoring, glycemic control, radiology, and emergency room triage with point of care ultrasound (POCUS). We also address Ai’s ethical, legal, and privacy implications in healthcare such as data protection and safeguarding patient privacy. Finally, we explore the potential of AI in healthcare improvement in the future and investigate the current trends, opportunities, and evolving threats posed by AI in healthcare, as well as its implications for human-AI interfacing and job security. This book chapter provides an essential and comprehensive overview of the potential of AI in healthcare, providing a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and researchers in the field.