Blockchain, IoT, Artificial Intelligence Poised to Shake Up Healthcare 7wData

Only a few short years ago, healthcare organizations were wondering what exactly "big data" was and why they had to care about it. As the industry moves into 2017, they might have similar questions about the definitions of terms like "blockchain," "the Internet of Things," and "artificial intelligence" – but the use cases for these cutting-edge technologies are rapidly becoming crystal clear. From precision medicine and business intelligence to data security and patient engagement, the IoT, AI, and blockchain hold exciting promises for providers, patients, and researchers looking to move their big data hoards from repositories to real results. The healthcare sector must join its peers in other industries to leverage these new applications for big data, according to a pair of reports fromthe White House and Gartner, Inc., in order to take advantage of the nearly-limitless opportunities for lowering costs, improving outcomes, and achieving quality goals. Artificial intelligence will soon "improve the world" While android physicians and self-driving gurneys are likely still several decades away, basic artificial intelligence programs are already making an impact on everyday society.