Artificial Intelligence at the Bedside: Transforming Clinical Care in Nigeria and Beyond
Salisu Iliyasu
This presentation titled "Artificial Intelligence at the Bedside" explores the integration of AI technologies in clinical care, highlighting both global innovations and local Nigerian applications. It begins by defining what AI means in a healthcare setting, differentiating it from human intelligence, and emphasizing that AI is designed to augment—not replace—clinicians. The presentation showcases current real-world use cases of AI at the bedside, including diagnostics, patient monitoring, and decision support systems, and outlines future possibilities such as predictive modeling, robotic assistance, and personalized medicine. With ethical considerations in view, it offers a forward-thinking look at how AI can enhance accuracy, efficiency, and outcomes in clinical environments.
