Standfirst: Tom Mellor, Head of Health & Life Sciences at BJSS, explains how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising healthcare by automating repetitive tasks, enabling predictive analytics for patient management, and enhancing diagnostic accuracy through advanced imaging analysis. In the UK, the National Health Service (NHS) is facing unprecedented pressure. As of March 14 this year, the waiting list for routine hospital care now stands at 7.58 million, with more than 321,000 people waiting longer than a year. As the strain on healthcare systems intensifies, the imperative for innovation becomes ever more pressing. Recognising the urgent need to relieve this strain, the healthcare system is increasingly turning to AI to free-up clinician time and improve services. In fact, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s … Continue reading Under pressure: Harnessing AI to transform healthcare