Pitt AI in Healthcare Research Symposium

Pitt AI in Healthcare Research Symposium

University of Pittsburgh

14 March 2025

CPACE & ISP

Joining Together.

The Computational Pathology & AI Center of Excellence (CPACE) in conjunction with Intelligent Systems Program (ISP) at the University of Pittsburgh host the AI in Healthcare Research Symposium, a cutting-edge annual research event aimed at creating a formal platform for scientists, students, and practitioners of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Bringing together leading experts, faculty members, students, and industry professionals, the Pitt CPACE & ISP AI in Healthcare Research Symposium offers valuable insights into the latest trends and breakthroughs in AI technology. The event features a diverse range of activities, including: (1) keynote speeches, (2) tutorials, (3) panel discussions, and (4) a poster session, covering various topics relevant to AI research and application in healthcare. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in deep discussions, exchange ideas, and expand their professional networks. By hosting this event, we aim to contribute to the advancement of AI research while encouraging growth and collaboration within the fundamental and applied AI community.

About

Organization Committee

Ahmad P. Tafti, PhD, FAMIA

Qiangqiang Gu, PhD

Yanshan Wang, PhD, FAMIA

Peter Brusilovsky, PhD

Liron Pantanowitz, MD, PhD

Hooman Rashidi, MD

Moderators

Speakers

Michele Viola

Nicole Myers, MS, RN

Steering Committee

Matthew Hannah, MD

Rinda T. Soong, MD, PhD

Alireza Chamanzar, PhD

Shandong Wu, PhD

Tom Pearce, MD, PhD

Ibrahim Abukhiran, MD

Sarah Wheeler, PhD, FADLM, CC (NRCC)

Octavia Palmer, PhD

Program

8:00 - 8:30 am

8:30 - 8:50 am

8:50 - 9:20 am

9:20 - 9:30 am

9:30 - 10:15 am

10:15 - 10:30 am

10:30 - 11:15 am

11:15 - 12:00 pm

12:00 - 1:00 pm

1:00pm - 3:00 pm

3:00 - 4:00 pm

4:00 - 5:00 pm

5:00 - 5:20 pm

Registration & Breakfast

Welcome Message; Michele Viola

Opening Remarks; Liron Pantanowitz, MD, PhD

Moderator: Michele Viola

The State of AI in Healthcare at Pitt; Hooman Rashidi, MD, MS, FCAP

Moderator: Michele Viola

Q/A with Hooman Rashidi, MD, MS, FCAP

Moderator: Michele Viola

Keynote Speaker #1: Alex John London, PhD; Carnegie Mellon University

Moderator: Nicole Myers, RN, MS

Break

Keynote Speaker #2: Kellie Owens, PhD; New York University Grossman School of Medicine

Moderator: Nicole Myers, RN, MS

Keynote Speaker #3: Benjamin L. Odry, PhD; RapidAI

Moderator: Nicole Myers, RN, MS

Lunch

Parallel Sessions (Poster Presentation & Hands-on-Learning & Tutorials)

Poster Presentations

Hands-on and Tutorial: De-biased and Explainable AI for Medical Imaging Informatics (Nickolas Littlefield, Fengyi Gu, Ahmad P. Tafti)

Panel Discussion #1: Responsible AI in Healthcare; Hopes and Hypes

Panelists: Shandong Wu, PhD; Shyam Visweswaran, PhD; Octavia Palmer, PhD; Gary Fischer, MD

Moderator: Yanshan Wang, PhD

Panel Discussion #2: The Role of Generative AI in Transforming Patients Care and Medical Innovation

Panelists: Matthew Hanna, MD; Jamie Gramz, Peter Smith

Moderator: Quincy Gu, PhD

Closing Remarks; Anantha Shekhar, MD, PhD

Moderator: Michele Viola

Registration

Students: $20

Guests: $50

Register Here

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Schedule

Friday, March 14th, 2025; 8:00am – 5:30pm EDT

In-person

Poster Submission and Competition

As part of the Pitt AI in Healthcare Research Symposium 2025, we are pleased to announce a Poster Submission and Competition opportunity for researchers, students, and professionals. Participants are invited to submit posters that showcase their innovative research, findings, or applications of AI in healthcare. The poster session will provide an excellent platform for presenting cutting-edge ideas, engaging with fellow attendees, and receiving valuable feedback from experts in the field. A panel of distinguished judges will review the submissions, and the best/first 3 posters will be recognized with awards. We encourage all those involved in AI healthcare research to participate and contribute to this exciting event.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 2nd, 2025; 11:59am EDT

Notification of Acceptance: Thursday, March 4th, 2025

For further information, submission guideline, and poster templates: Download the PDF Below

Submission Guidelines

The Symposium

Through our annual AI in Healthcare Research Symposium, we aim to promote a dynamic community of scholars, researchers, and industry experts dedicated to advancing AI technology. By promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing, we envision driving transformative research initiatives and inspiring the next generation of AI leaders. Our goal is to leverage AI to address global challenges, drive economic growth, workforce development, and create positive social impact in the digital age. Our mission include:

Establish a professional platform for exchanging cutting-edge AI in healthcare research and development among scientists, practitioners, and industry professionals.

Facilitate interdisciplinary discussions between academia and industry to encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing in AI-powered healthcare.

Bridge the gap between fundamental AI theory and applied AI practices in healthcare by highlighting case studies and promoting practical solutions to real-world challenges.

Emphasize ethical considerations and responsible AI development, advocating for the importance of ethical frameworks and guidelines in AI innovation for healthcare.

Promote innovative research and development in AI-powered healthcare through insightful discussions, presentations, and poster sessions, while supporting the growth of the Pitt AI community and contributing to the advancement of AI research and technology for positive societal impact and economic growth.

Building a professional platform for Pitt students and faculty members to extend their current visibility in AI.

The Conference

PITT AI.