AIG Hospitals showcases future of medicine with AI-driven innovations at AI 2.0 Event
Hyderabad: AIG Hospitals, one of India’s largest tertiary care hospitals and a pioneer in healthcare innovation hosted the Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare 2.0 conference on January 7, 2025. The event highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, bringing together global experts, policymakers, and innovators to explore AI’s potential to improve healthcare delivery and clinical outcomes.
Dr. D Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman of AIG Hospitals, emphasized the hospital’s commitment to integrating technology with clinical expertise. "AI in Healthcare 2.0 reflects our vision to redefine healthcare delivery by collaborating with global and local partners to tackle today’s healthcare challenges," he said.
Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary for IT and Industries & Commerce, and Bhavesh Mishra, Deputy Secretary of IT & Electronics, Government of Telangana, attended the event as Guests of Honor. Their presence highlighted the state’s support for innovation and technology-driven solutions. "Telangana is a hub for technology and innovation, and events like this demonstrate our commitment to leveraging technology for the public good," said Jayesh Ranjan.
A key highlight of the conference was the live demonstration of AIG Hospitals’ AI-powered Colonoscopy procedure, performed by Dr. Rakesh Kalapala, Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Innovation. The AI-based system helps detect polyps that are often difficult to see with the naked eye, improving diagnostic accuracy and potentially preventing future cancer cases.
Dr. Rakesh Kalapala emphasized the real-world impact of AI in healthcare, "This demonstration, along with projects under the ISB AI Training Program, shows how AI is helping clinicians improve precision and efficiency in patient care."
In addition to the demonstration, the conference featured keynote lectures and panel discussions on AI-driven clinical practices, hospital efficiency, and pharmaceutical innovations. A notable session highlighted projects developed through the ISB AI Training Program, a collaboration between AIG Hospitals and the Indian School of Business. These projects addressed key healthcare issues such as sepsis management, fatty liver disease, and optimizing cholecystectomy.
Dr. GV Rao, Director at AIG Hospitals, underscored the importance of partnerships in driving innovation: "AI is transforming how we diagnose and treat patients, especially in fields like gastroenterology."
The conference also hosted a Healthcare Startup Pitch Program, where five startups presented their AI-driven solutions to a panel of industry experts and investors. This initiative further demonstrated AIG Hospitals’ commitment to fostering health-tech entrepreneurship.
The event was supported by partnerships with institutions like ISB, IIT Hyderabad, IIIT Hyderabad, and organizations such as T-Hub, NASSCOM, and Atal Incubation Center (CCMB). These collaborations reinforced the event’s role as a key platform for advancing healthcare technology.
Kinjal Saxena, Chief Technology and Product Officer at AIG Hospitals, concluded, "AI is transforming both clinical decision-making and hospital operations, creating smarter, safer, and more efficient patient care."
The Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare 2.0 conference reaffirmed AIG Hospitals’ leadership in healthcare innovation and set a new standard for the integration of AI into clinical and operational practices.
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