Diversity in Medical Illustrations
You know that saying about a picture being worth a thousand words? Well, turns out those words can be pretty biased - who knew, right? The representation of diversity in medical illustrations is a critically important topic with the potential to revolutionize the healthcare system, particularly by empowering Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). [...]
Rethinking medical education in times of AI - Part 4: "When the half-life of medical knowledge shrinks."
Being a teacher's son provides you with a masterclass in cheating. Everyone knew about my mum's golden rule: "I don't mind students trying to cheat. They just need to accept the consequences if I manage to bust them." And that she did a lot. At times it almost seemed like it had become a guilty [...]
Insights from a Bitkom study: German Citizens Welcome AI in Medicine
German Citizens Welcome AI in Medicine: A Bitkom Study In a recent study conducted by Bitkom on digitization and health, fascinating insights have emerged regarding the views of German citizens on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of medicine. The findings reveal a resoundingly positive attitude towards AI and digitization in healthcare, [...]
Picture Perfect: The Role of Medical Illustrators in Healthcare Communication
The Role of Medical Illustrators in Healthcare Communication "What do you do for a living?" I'm a medical illustrator. "A medical what?" A medical illustrator. "So, an illustrator?" No, a medical illustrator. ... Cue puzzled expression. The combination of 'medical' and 'illustrator' in one job description often raises more questions than it answers. And I [...]
Rethinking medical education in times of AI: Part 3: "When time is the scarcest thing of your (work)life."
Rethinking medical education in times of AI Part 3: "When time is the scarcest thing of your (work)life." Imagine trying to clear the snow from your driveway - while you're in the middle of an avalanche. When a former classmate of mine recently took on a new position as "Senior Physician" in a geriatric hospital, [...]
Rethinking medical education in times of AI: Part 2: "When 'hallucinations' suddenly affect everyone."
Part 2: "When 'hallucinations' suddenly affect everyone." At times ChatGPT seems like an all-knowing oracle. A place of infinite wisdom that patients could always turn to. Never tired. Never off-duty. And there's literally no topic it hasn't heard of. If asked, it can deliver studies for any given phenomenon - even the non-existing ones. That's [...]
Rethinking medical education in times of AI: Part 1 "When doctors aren't the only ones making diagnoses"
Part 1: "When doctors aren't the only ones making diagnoses." Sure, the promise isn't entirely new. When IBM's supercomputer Watson beat "Jeopardy!" champions Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter in 2011, the company tried to reach for the stars. The logic was simple: If their approach was superior in a quiz show, why not do the [...]
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Medical Education
What opportunities emerge when the field of Artificial Intelligence intersects with medical education, thus revolutionizing the entire way in which tomorrow's healthcare professionals are trained from the ground up? From innovative learning platforms to advanced simulations, AI opens up new avenues for physicians. The collaboration between humans and machines can foster fascinating synergies that expand medical [...]
Overcoming Digital Fatigue in 2023: Why physicians need better content
In today's digitally driven world, information is everywhere. Physicians, in particular, rely on a constant stream of medical data, research papers, and clinical guidelines to provide the best care for their patients. However, the sheer volume of digital content can lead to a phenomenon known as digital fatigue, leaving many physicians feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. [...]
SpiFa as a new partner
We are very pleased to welcome the Spitzenverband Fachärzte Deutschlands e.v. as a new partner. The Spitzenverband Fachärzte Deutschlands e.V. (SpiFa) is the umbrella organization of all medical specialists in hospitals and practices in Germany. Within its framework, the medical professional associations and organizations organize a joint representation for the concerns of medical specialists. The aim [...]