How I Built an AI Assistant to Understand My Hyperthyroidism Diagnosis
It started with a routine blood test. Out of nowhere, the results showed hyperthyroidism. The diagnosis caught me off guard and, honestly, it concerned me. For someone living with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, excess thyroid hormone is not a small issue. It can raise the risk of life-threatening ventricular…
Effective Patient Engagement with AI in Healthcare: A Framework for Empowerment
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly prevalent in healthcare, patients need to shift from being passive users to active drivers of AI technology. This approach requires understanding that AI isn’t “Dr. Google” or a decision-maker — it’s a thought…
The AI Paradox: The End of an Era for the Traditional Doctor-Patient Relationship
The landscape of healthcare is undergoing a radical transformation that is set to redefine the very nature of the doctor-patient relationship. As we stand on the brink of this new era, we must consider how the rapid progress of artificial intelligence (AI) will reshape the roles of physicians and…
The AI-Patient Revolution is Here: Time to Rethink Participatory Medicine
As caregiver to an elderly parent and as a person living with a genetic heart condition that requires lifelong management, I have used generative artificial intelligence (AI) extensively over the past year. I have relied on AI for various tasks, including preparing for appointments by organizing…
Discover “Howard, My Healthcare Agent”
This hypothetical piece imagines a future where AI is fully integrated into healthcare. Read it here.