Insights on AI in medical education shared at summit
Writer: Wang Jingli | Editor: Lin Qiuying | From: Original | Updated: 2024-09-23
A student-centered global forum focusing on AI in medical education and research was held at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) in Longgang District on Saturday.
The iCUHKSZ International Summit 2024: AI in Medical Education and Research aimed to advance cutting-edge research and applications in medical education and the healthcare sector, attracting nearly 200 attendees both online and offline.
A group photo of attendants of the event. Photo from CUHK-Shenzhen
Hosted by CUHK-Shenzhen, this one-day event brought together leading clinicians, AI researchers, technology innovators, and policymakers, providing a platform for future clinician-scientists to share insights, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and shape the future of this transformative field.
Davy Cheng, the founding dean of the School of Medicine at CUHK-Shenzhen, delivered a welcoming speech. He said that the school is committed to cultivating a new generation of medical talent equipped with AI skills and encouraging students to learn from experts’ sharing.
The summit also featured the signing of three cooperation agreements in medical education.
CUHK-Shenzhen signed a memorandum of understanding and a student exchange agreement with the University of Toronto. Additionally, the School of Medicine at CUHK-Shenzhen established a cooperation agreement with the University Health Network, a health care and medical research organization in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
In the future, both sides will collaborate on education, research, and talent development to encourage the global advancement of medical education and health care.
Renowned experts in medical education and health care from around the world delivered thought-provoking keynote speeches during the summit.
In a roundtable session, experts and scholars discussed the future direction of medical education and the training of the next generation of medical professionals, while showcasing advanced artificial intelligence solutions designed to optimize health care services today.
Meanwhile, a team of clinical students from the School of Medicine at CUHK-Shenzhen presented their innovative research findings.