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A Primer on Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare Administrators
Senthujan Senkaiahliyan1, Jeremy Petch2, Nigar Sekercioglu3
1program manager of the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre AI team at the University Health Network and a research assistant with the FORESIGHT Research Project in Toronto, ON.
Healthcare Quarterly (Toronto, Ont.)
|June 17, 2024
Summary
This guide explains artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare for administrators. It offers practical steps to prepare healthcare organizations for AI integration, focusing on quality, value, and efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Health Informatics
- Artificial Intelligence
Background:
- Healthcare administrators focus on quality, value, and efficiency to improve patient outcomes and ensure sustainability.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted healthcare over the last decade.
- Canadian health systems are investing in AI to address critical healthcare challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a fundamental understanding of essential AI concepts in healthcare.
- To offer practical guidance for healthcare organizations preparing for AI readiness.
Main Methods:
- This primer synthesizes current knowledge on AI in healthcare.
- It outlines key AI concepts relevant to healthcare administration.
- Practical readiness strategies are discussed.
Main Results:
- AI is a transformative force in healthcare.
- Understanding AI concepts is crucial for strategic planning.
- Organizational readiness is key to successful AI implementation.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare organizations must prepare for AI integration to maintain quality, value, and efficiency.
- This primer serves as a foundational resource for administrators navigating AI in healthcare.
- Proactive AI readiness will enhance operational sustainability and patient outcomes.
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