Gateway to Informatics
Gateway to Informatics, hosted by Dr. Philip Payne, WashU Medicine Chief Data Scientist and Director of the Institute for Informatics, Data Science, and Biostatistics (I2DB), features prominent figures in informatics, research, and healthcare. The podcast explores the latest developments, challenges, and innovations in the sector, with a particular focus on the integration of AI and digital technologies. By leveraging our healthcare system as a living laboratory, the discussions aim to extract meaningful insights that advance research, save lives, and foster healthier communities. Join us as we uncover the transformative potential of informatics in healthcare.
Gateway to Informatics
Bridging AI and Healthcare: An In-depth Conversation with Dr. Chenyang Lu
Today, we're joined by Dr. Chenyang Lu, a renowned computer scientist and the founding director of the AI for Health Institute here at WashU. Now, I've had the privilege of knowing Dr. Lu for years, and I can tell you firsthand that he is one of the most innovative thinkers when it comes to bridging the gap between AI and healthcare. In fact, as Dr. Lu describes the motivation behind the institute, I couldn't help but nod along - the idea of creating more of those cross-disciplinary relationships that 'span the park' between engineering and medicine is something I've been passionate about for a long time. Of course, as an AI optimist
myself, I know there are also valid concerns about trustworthiness and safety that we have to grapple with. I love how Dr. Lu has approached that challenge, always striving to make these powerful tools more grounded in science and evidence.
Gateway to Informatics
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Produced by the Institute for Informatics, Data Science & Biostatistics (I2DB), WashU Medicine.
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