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• Dr. R. Ryan Sadeghian: The Future of AI in Healthcare

  In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community, PMI, continues the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). Today, Kathleen sits down with Dr. Reza Ryan Sadeghian, System Chief Medical Information Officer at University of Toledo Health. Dr. Sadeghian is also PMP-certified. Tune in to learn how AI is revolutionizing healthcare delivery through: Combat physician burnout with 45+ specialty-specific GPT applications that reduce documentation time while improving clinical quality and consistency Transform clinical workflows with patient-centered AI tools for pediatric care, infectious disease diagnosis, and medical education feedback Implement robust AI governance through layered oversight, human-in-the-loop design, and continuous validation with bias testing Build clinician trust by involving healthcare providers in shaping AI tools rather than imposing rigid pathways, respecting clinical judgment while augmenting decision-making Embed AI as infrastructure rather than standalone tools, treating AI initiatives with the same governance rigor as clinical interventions Dr. Sadeghian also discusses the shift from digitization to digital transformation and how organizations can responsibly deploy AI while maintaining patient-centered care. Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ 

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• Robert Havasy on AI Transformation in Healthcare

  In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community, PMI, kicks off the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). This three-part series explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the healthcare ecosystem— from frontline care to back-office operations. Today, Kathleen sits down with Rob Havasy, Senior Director of Informatics Strategy at HIMSS. Tune in to learn how AI is being used across the healthcare sector to: Alleviate workforce shortages through automation, ambient listening, and intelligent documentation tools Accelerate data analysis and discovery, surfacing patterns and insights in the 95% of healthcare data that typically goes unused Improve clinical decision-making with AI-powered tools for early detection (like sepsis) and retrospective analysis Enhance administrative efficiency, freeing up valuable time for nurses and physicians through smart supply chain systems and workflow optimization Support human-centered care by augmenting—not replacing—clinicians, and enabling empathetic, AI-enabled interactions Rob also discusses the regulatory challenges facing the industry, the importance of principled leadership, and how organizations can move from digitization to true digital reinvention. Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ 

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• Robert Havasy on AI Transformation in Healthcare

  In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community, PMI, kicks off the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and Healthcare Information Systems and Society (HIMSS). This three-part series explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the healthcare ecosystem— from frontline care to back-office operations. Today, Kathleen sits down with Rob Havasy, Senior Director of Informatics Strategy at HIMSS. Tune in to learn how AI is being used across the healthcare sector to:Alleviate workforce shortages through automation, ambient listening, and intelligent documentation toolsAccelerate data analysis and discovery, surfacing patterns and insights in the 95% of healthcare data that typically goes unusedImprove clinical decision-making with AI-powered tools for early detection (like sepsis) and retrospective analysisEnhance administrative efficiency, freeing up valuable time for nurses and physicians through smart supply chain systems and workflow optimizationSupport human-centered care by augmenting—not replacing—clinicians, and enabling empathetic, AI-enabled interactionsRob also discusses the regulatory challenges facing the industry, the importance of principled leadership, and how organizations can move from digitization to true digital reinvention.Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ.Lead both the AI transformation of project management and the project management of AI transformations today with PMI's CPMAI Certification.Start delivering smarter AI projects today with the free introductory course: https://www.pmi.org/shop/us/p-/elearning/free-introduction-to-cognitive-project-management-in-ai-(cpmai)/el185

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• AI Use Case Series: AI in Non-Profit and Social Impact

  In this episode of AI Today, hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer explore how artificial intelligence is being used by non-profits and mission-driven organizations to amplify their social impact. From improving fundraising to optimizing resource distribution, AI is proving to be a powerful force for good.Discover how AI is helping organizations:Enhance donor engagement with personalized outreach and predictive giving modelsStreamline grant applications and identify ideal funding opportunitiesImprove campaign targeting and measure advocacy effectiveness in real timeMatch and manage volunteers based on skills, availability, and mission fitBreak language barriers and improve accessibility with AI-driven translation and content toolsEvaluate program effectiveness using data analytics and outcome trackingDetect financial anomalies and prevent fraud to maintain donor trustForecast community needs—like food insecurity or homelessness—and optimize resource allocationAI isn't just transforming business—it's empowering social good. This episode highlights how thoughtful AI use is helping organizations do more with less, and deliver real, measurable change.

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• AI Use Case Series: AI in Smart Cities

  In this episode of AI Today, hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer explore how artificial intelligence is powering the evolution of smart cities. From traffic lights to energy grids, AI is helping urban areas become more efficient, responsive, and sustainable.Learn how AI is being used to:Manage smart buildings through automated lighting, heating, and coolingOptimize traffic flow with real-time data and AI-controlled signalsEnhance public transit systems through demand-based scheduling and fleet managementSupport public safety and emergency response via AI-powered surveillance and threat detectionStreamline waste collection using smart bins, route optimization, and predictive modelsImprove citizen engagement with chatbots, virtual assistants, and personalized city servicesManage energy and water use through smart grids, leak detection, and demand forecastingMonitor environmental conditions such as air quality, noise pollution, and urban heat zonesWhether you live in a major metro area or manage city infrastructure, this episode highlights how AI is quietly transforming the way cities operate—making urban life smarter, safer, and more sustainable.

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