Dr. Waqar Naqvi, Ass. Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health Sciences, Gulf Medical University addressed an engaged audience at the International (Hybrid) Conference on AI in Healthcare, organized by Thumbay Institute of AI in Healthcare discussing “AI in Medical Education: To start or to conclude?” at Gulf Medical University on 25th April 2024. His presentation emphasized the critical role of faculty and students from medical sciences in the development of AI technologies for healthcare.
Dr. Naqvi explored the necessity of this involvement, outlining how collaborative efforts between technologists and medical professionals are essential for advancing AI applications that are both innovative and sensitive to the nuances of medical care. He argued that such partnerships are key to transforming Health Sciences, ensuring that AI solutions are well-suited to the challenges and needs of healthcare settings.
The session attracted educators, clinicians, and researchers from around the globe, who were particularly interested in how AI could fundamentally change the landscape of medical education and healthcare delivery. The discussions that followed focused on practical steps for integrating AI into health sciences curricula and research, underscoring the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in this field.
