American Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Launches Artificial Intelligence Institute at Digestive Disease Week
May 20 2024 - 11:56AM
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The Institute’s mission is to integrate AI into GI care to
improve patient outcomes and drive innovation in
gastroenterology.
The American Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy (ASGE)
announced today the launch of the Artificial Intelligence Institute
for Gastroenterology, a milestone initiative to integrate
artificial intelligence (AI) into gastrointestinal (GI) care,
enhancing patient outcomes and driving innovation in
gastroenterology. Unveiled at Digestive Disease Week (DDW), the
Institute’s efforts position ASGE as a leading voice in aligning
the rapidly evolving landscape of GI healthcare and AI.
The Institute is poised to transform the landscape of GI
healthcare by offering transformative benefits for patients and
physicians through the fostering of AI technologies. The foundation
of the Institute is built on five essential pillars: education,
training and curriculum development; advocacy; standards, quality
and safety; optimizing practice operations; and acting as a
convener for healthcare professionals. Together, these initiatives
will shape the future of GI healthcare, making it more effective,
efficient, and patient-centered.
"ASGE is committed to leading the integration of AI into
gastroenterology and endoscopy, ensuring that our members and the
GI industry are at the cutting edge of medical technology," said
Prateek Sharma, MD, FASGE, ASGE President 2024-2025 and Chair of
the ASGE Task Force on Artificial Intelligence. "By enhancing
physician training and collaborating with all stakeholders
including the FDA, tech industry, NIH, policymakers and others, we
are setting a new standard in patient care and safety."
The creation of the Institute reflects the growing recognition
of AI as a permanent and impactful component of modern medicine,
one that is already influencing patient outcomes and workflow
efficiencies. ASGE is the leading GI medical society in this space,
convening physicians, AI experts, innovators, GI and technology
companies and regulators to develop a consensus on AI’s application
in GI endoscopy.
In a recent survey conducted among ASGE members, AI emerged as
the top area where members wanted additional education and
resources. Through comprehensive training and education, the
Institute will ensure that physician members and their teams are
well-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage
AI technologies in their practice through initiatives such as
hands-on workshops and an AI Scholars Program.
A division of ASGE, the Institute will expand ASGE’s efforts
with regulatory agencies, like the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) and the Office of the National Coordinator for
Health Information Technology (ONC), to provide feedback on the
regulatory framework for AI and the facilitation of a faster and
more efficient approval process for AI-driven medical devices and
software. These efforts are crucial for seamlessly integrating AI
technologies into clinical settings. The Institute is actively
engaging and collaborating with members of the congressional AI
task force, payers, industry, and likeminded organizations,
including the American Medical Association, to ensure the
transparent, equitable, and ethical use of AI in GI healthcare.
The Institute is supported by the founding partners, Medtronic,
Olympus, Fujifilm and Castle Biosciences.
For more information, visit AIforGI.org.
About the Artificial Intelligence Institute for
Gastroenterology
Established by the American Society for Gastroenterology and
Endoscopy (ASGE) in 2024, the Artificial Intelligence Institute for
Gastroenterology’s mission is to seamlessly integrate AI into GI
care, enhancing patient outcomes, and driving innovation in
gastroenterology through cutting-edge AI solutions. The Institute
is a division of ASGE with a 17-member Advisory Council that will
assist and oversee the implementation of initiatives under five
pillars: education, training and curriculum development; advocacy;
standards, quality and safety; practice operations; and convener.
Visit AIforGI.org for more information.
About the American Society for Gastrointestinal
Endoscopy
Since its founding in 1941, the American Society for
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has been dedicated to advancing
patient care and digestive health by promoting excellence and
innovation in gastrointestinal endoscopy. ASGE, with almost 16,000
members worldwide, promotes the highest standards for endoscopic
training and practice, fosters endoscopic research, recognizes
distinguished contributions to endoscopy, and is the foremost
resource for endoscopic education. Visit ASGE.org and
ValueOfColonoscopy.org for more information and to find a qualified
doctor in your area.
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