The Connected Physician

E23: HOW RADIOLOGISTS CAN BENEFIT FROM AI WITH DR COURTIER


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Welcome to The Connected Physician, where healthcare leaders and innovators share their expertise to enhance patient care and improve healthcare outcomes. In this episode, host Katharina Juenger welcomes Dr. Jesse Courtier, Chief of Pediatric Cardiology at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in San Francisco. With over 20 years of experience and a pioneering career at the intersection of healthcare and technology, Dr. Courtier is redefining pediatric radiology through advanced AI-driven innovations.

In this episode, Katharina and Dr. Courtier discuss:

  • The Role of AI in Pediatric Radiology: Dr. Courtier explores how AI is transforming imaging workflows, from scheduling and image processing to drafting preliminary reports, significantly enhancing efficiency and precision.
  • Advancements in Imaging Techniques: Discover how faster imaging sequences are reducing the need for anesthesia in pediatric patients, improving safety and clinical outcomes.
  • Augmented Reality and Surgical Planning: Learn how Dr. Courtier's team at UCSF integrates 3D imaging and AR to streamline complex surgical preparations, turning manual tasks into automated processes completed within seconds.
  • Overcoming Challenges in AI Adoption: Dr. Courtier shares insights into ensuring AI reliability, addressing biases, and navigating the limitations of current AI systems to maintain accuracy in high-stakes diagnoses.
  • Future Innovations in Pediatric Care: From predictive models to child-specific imaging tools, explore the potential of AI to revolutionize pediatric healthcare, especially in underserved areas like pediatric radiology.
  • Training Clinicians to Collaborate with AI: Understand the importance of equipping healthcare professionals with the skills to effectively integrate AI into clinical decision-making, ensuring these tools complement human expertise.

Links and Resources:
  • Jesse Courtier on LinkedIn

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The Connected PhysicianBy Katharina Juenger