Tag: Healthcare Technology
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Use of AI-Assisted Conversational Agents to Improve Patient Experience Related to Physicians in China
Introduction Patient experience is a core pillar of healthcare quality, reflecting how individuals perceive and respond to the care they receive. In China, policymakers have pushed digital transformations in health services, including the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) driven conversational agents in outpatient settings. These chatbots can collect patient information—such as disease history, medications, and…
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Enhancing Patient Experience with AI-Assisted Conversational Agents in Chinese Outpatient Visits
Overview Patient experience is a pivotal measure of healthcare quality, reflecting how patients perceive the care they receive. In China, policymakers have increasingly embraced artificial intelligence (AI) to improve outpatient services, with conversational agents (chatbots) playing a key role. These AI-assisted tools collect patient information before visits, streamline physician workflows, and may improve satisfaction and…
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Framework for Digital Peer Support in Cardiovascular Disease: A Qualitative Study
Introduction: Why Peer Support Matters in Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the world’s leading cause of death, with secondary prevention and cardiac rehabilitation playing pivotal roles in reducing readmissions and improving quality of life. While traditional in-person rehabilitation provides social and educational benefits, attendance can be inconsistent. Digital peer support—built on lived experiences of…
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Smart Continence Care for Dutch Residents with Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities: Economic Evaluation and Trial Insights
Overview: Smart Continence Care in Dutch Residential Facilities Smart continence care (SCC) is an innovative approach that uses sensor-equipped incontinence materials (IMs), detachable clips, and mobile/web platforms to inform caregivers when a change is needed. This technology aims to optimize continence care for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD) living in Dutch residential…
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Unpacking the black box of AI: Explainable AI in cancer detection with Dr. Sakib Mostafa
Understanding the black box: why explainable AI matters Artificial intelligence has advanced rapidly, but one of its most consequential challenges remains the so-called “black box” problem. Dr. Sakib Mostafa, a Bangladeshi-Canadian researcher, frames this not as a sci‑fi nightmare but as a practical hurdle: the results that AI models produce can be correct yet inexplicable.…
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AI and the PH Digital Divide: Experts Call for Bold Public Policy
AI and the Philippine Digital Divide: A Wake-Up Call Artificial intelligence (AI) promises unprecedented efficiency and innovation, but experts warn it could widen the Philippines’ digital divide if the government does not act swiftly. At the Philippine Institute for Development Studies’ (PIDS) 11th Annual Public Policy Conference, scholars and policymakers called for inclusive reforms to…
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Grupo HPA Realiza Primeira Cirurgia Endoscópica do Ouvido em Portugal
Revolutionizing Ear Surgery in Portugal In a landmark achievement for medical technology, Grupo HPA has successfully performed the first endoscopic ear surgery in Portugal. This pioneering procedure marks a significant milestone in the field of otology, combining advanced technology with unparalleled surgical techniques. What is Endoscopic Ear Surgery? Endoscopic ear surgery is a minimally invasive…
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Transforming Diabetes Care in Constanța: Cermed’s Initiative
Cermed’s Commitment to Diabetes Care In a groundbreaking initiative, Cermed, a leading healthcare provider, recently hosted an event in Constanța aimed at transforming diabetes care for local patients. On September 6, 2023, the clinic partnered with Glucopro to provide essential healthcare technology and education to individuals living with diabetes. This event is a testament to…