Industry experts and scholars gathered in Chongqing to discuss the future development of medicine empowered by artificial intelligence
On October 25th, the inaugural Liangjiang International Medical Conference took place in Chongqing, bringing together industry experts and scholars from both domestic and international backgrounds to discuss how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of medicine.
Chen Xiaoyuan, an academician at the National Academy of Sciences in Singapore and a member of the European Academy and the Academy of Europe, shared his views on the future of medicine being marked by a deep integration of technology and human intelligence. He emphasized that the convergence of life sciences and information technology represents a significant shift. “As a new and powerful productive force, AI is gradually transforming the ways in which we diagnose, treat, and manage health,” he remarked. He believes that AI-enabled medicine will drive profound advancements in medical research and open new avenues for disease prevention and treatment.
Expanding on this idea, Chen Hu, Deputy Director of the Medical Management Center of the National Health Commission, pointed out the challenges posed by aging populations and the rise of multiple chronic diseases. “The demand for healthcare services has outgrown the capacity of existing medical models,” he explained. “Often, the services provided in our hospital-centric healthcare system fail to meet patient needs.” He highlighted the broad applications of AI in healthcare, noting that it can enhance hospital management efficiency, improve disease treatment capabilities, and elevate nursing monitoring standards, ultimately boosting the productivity of healthcare workers.
Lu Lin, an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences and President of Peking University Sixth Hospital, also addressed the role of AI in diagnosing and treating neurological diseases. He explained that by utilizing clinical and experimental data, including neuroimaging, and integrating image processing with machine learning, AI’s rapid computational abilities combined with doctors’ expertise can provide valuable diagnostic information and support treatment decisions.
The conference featured several themed discussions where experts delved into topics such as medical innovation and translational medicine, research and development concerning pediatric rare diseases, and innovative surgical treatments driven by digital medical technologies.
The Liangjiang International Medical Conference, guided by the Chongqing Municipal Health Commission and organized by the Chongqing Hospital Association, aims to be held annually in Chongqing. Each year, it plans to invite health experts and administrators from around the world to foster international medical exchange and collaboration, creating a platform for sharing cutting-edge information and advanced experiences in medical research and clinical techniques.
