Artificial Intelligence In Healthcare: Separating Reality From Hype

It's impossible to read about the future of healthcare without encountering two pixilated vowels that, together, represent the hopes and fears of an industry seeking more intelligent solutions. Though the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has been around since 1956, it has made precious few contributions to medical practice. Only recently has the hype of machine-based learning begun to merge with reality. What Is Artificial Intelligence, Really? Confusion surrounding AI – its applications in healthcare and even its definition – remains widespread in popular media.