AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to computational systems designed to perform tasks that usually require human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, pattern recognition, and decision-making. In medicine and healthcare, AI supports a wide range of applications, including clinical prediction models, medical imaging analysis, natural language processing, decision support systems, workflow optimization, and personalized care. This tag collects articles on the principles, methods, opportunities, and limitations of AI applied to clinical practice, biomedical research, and medical education.

AI & Digital Health: Quarterly Review 2026Q1

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Welcome to the first installment of AI & Digital Health: Quarterly Review — a new series tracking the most significant developments in healthcare technology every three months. Each report synthesizes research papers, regulatory updates, and industry news to provide clinicians and health tech professionals with a clear, critical picture of where the field is heading. … Read more

OpenClaw and Cowork in Healthcare

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OpenClaw vs Claude “Cowork”: AI Agents for Healthcare Professionals Article authored by Michele D. Pierri, MD Cardiac Surgeon & Medical Technology Researcher Last updated: March 2026 Reading time: 5 minutes A practical comparison of two agentic AI approaches transforming clinical workflows, research automation, and medical documentation. The emergence of agentic AI marks a shift in … Read more

From Smartwatch to ICU: 5 Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Hospital Monitoring

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How wearable devices and artificial intelligence are dismantling the wire-bound paradigm of intensive care—one sensor at a time. By Michele D. Pierri, MD, PhD In This Article Introduction: The Modern Monitoring Paradox A substantial share of adults now wear a device capable of tracking heart rate (HR), blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), and sleep architecture. Yet … Read more