Dr. Carlie Hoffman is a Family Medicine Resident at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) McKeesport Family Medicine Residency program. She has earned an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at Cornell University, a Master's in Cancer Biology at Drexel University, and a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine at Seton Hill.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has begun to transform industries including healthcare. Unfortunately, Primary Care and the discipline of Family Medicine have tended to lag behind in the implementation of this novel technology. Although the relationship between Family Medicine and AI is in its infancy greater engagement from Primary Care Physician’s (PCP’s) is a must due to the increasing shortage of practitioners. AI has the chance to overturn this problem as well as speed up its development. Considering the vast majority of PCP’s utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR’s) the field is ripe for innovation. Regrettably, much of the information available remains unused for practice disruption. Primary Care offers a large data platform that can be leveraged with the use of technology to deliver ground-breaking trails forward to provide better comprehensive care for a wide-variety of patients from various backgrounds. The purpose of this chapter is to provide context to AI implementation as it relates to Primary Care and the practice of Family Medicine.
Part of the book: Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Surgery
Blockchain, or distributed ledger technology (DLT), originally devised for cryptocurrencies, notably Bitcoin, has garnered widespread interest for its capacity to transform data administration, enhance transparency, and fortify security across diverse sectors. Its progressive assimilation into Sports Medicine has surfaced as a compelling realm of exploration. This book chapter delves into extant research and advancements regarding the integration of distributed ledger technology in Sports Medicine, elucidating potential advantages and obstacles. By scrutinizing the multifaceted applications of distributed ledger technology, this review underscores its promise in revolutionizing aspects of data management within the domain while acknowledging the inherent challenges that necessitate further consideration.
Part of the book: Technology in Sports