On February 6, 2025, the University of Maine will host a webinar discussing the impact of AI on patient care, highlighting advancements and challenges.
Expert Leadership and Core Focus
The webinar will be moderated by Dr. Julia Upton, an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Husson University who brings her expertise as a Certified AI Expert™ and AI Developer™ to the discussion [1]. Featured speaker Ghada Konsowa, who serves as the Simulation Education Center Director at Husson University, brings over a decade of experience in Healthcare Simulation, along with an impressive background combining an MBA and a Bachelor’s in Medicine and Surgery [1].
Healthcare Innovation Through AI
This timely discussion comes as healthcare institutions increasingly embrace AI technologies for patient care enhancement. The event is part of UMaine’s broader initiative to explore technological advancement in healthcare, with a particular focus on practical applications [1]. The timing of this webinar is especially relevant, as it precedes the Maine Osteopathic Association’s Midwinter Symposium scheduled for February 7-9, 2025, which will also feature sessions on AI in Medicine [8].
Educational Impact and Future Directions
The webinar represents part of a larger series of AI-focused educational initiatives at UMaine. Following this healthcare-focused session, the university will host another AI webinar on February 12, 2025, addressing ‘Emergent Themes of State AI Guidance for Educators’ [1]. These sequential events demonstrate UMaine’s commitment to exploring AI applications across various sectors, from healthcare to education [1]. The series emphasizes practical implementation while addressing crucial aspects such as equity, ethical use, and data privacy [1].
