Artificial Intelligence is transforming healthcare at a speed few could have imagined. From improving diagnostic accuracy to accelerating drug discovery, AI is no longer a futuristic idea-it is a reality shaping patient care, medical research, and the entire healthcare ecosystem.
AI in Healthcare Essentials
provides a clear, practical, and engaging guide to understanding this revolution, written for professionals, students, and anyone curious about the future of medicine.
This book is part of the
AI Essentials Series
, a collection dedicated to making complex AI concepts accessible, actionable, and relevant. With healthcare facing increasing demand, rising costs, and the need for more personalized care, AI is becoming a critical tool to bridge gaps, enhance decision-making, and deliver better outcomes.
Inside, readers will discover how AI is being applied across every corner of healthcare:
Smarter Diagnostics and Imaging
: Learn how AI-powered computer vision is revolutionizing radiology, pathology, and laboratory testing by detecting diseases earlier and more accurately than ever before.
Personalized Medicine and Patient Care
: See how AI is unlocking the potential of genomics, wearables, and continuous monitoring to deliver precision treatment plans tailored to each individual.
Clinical Operations and Efficiency
: Explore how AI tools are reducing administrative burdens, optimizing workflows, and supporting clinicians with decision-making systems that save both time and resources.
Drug Discovery and Research
: Understand how AI is helping pharmaceutical companies repurpose drugs, simulate molecules, and streamline clinical trials to bring life-saving treatments to patients faster.
Robotics and Smart Devices
: Dive into the world of surgical robotics, AI-powered prosthetics, rehabilitation tools, and hospital automation that are redefining what's possible in patient care.
Ethical and Legal Challenges
: Confront the pressing issues of patient privacy, algorithmic bias, accountability, and cybersecurity risks that come with AI adoption in medicine.
The Future of Medicine
: Gain insights into emerging trends like digital twins, telemedicine, global health AI, and the skills professionals will need in the AI-powered era of healthcare.
What sets
apart is its focus on clarity, practicality, and real-world impact. Instead of overwhelming readers with jargon or overly technical content, it delivers structured insights that balance
foundational knowledge, current applications, case studies, and ethical considerations.
Whether you are a clinician exploring AI tools, a student preparing for a career in medicine, a policymaker shaping digital transformation, or a tech enthusiast eager to understand the future of healthcare, this book will give you the essential understanding you need.