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Experts from #UVic and #IslandHealth discuss safety, evidence, and patient impact of #ArtificialIntelligence (AI) in #healthcare and #research.

Free & open to everyone, but registration is required.

In-person event.
Virtual Option: Zoom link sent after registration.

Moderated #PanelDiscussion with Audience Q+A
Refreshments provided.

Panelists:

Dr. Elizabeth Borycki, University of Victoria

Dr. Andre Kushniruk, University of Victoria

Christopher Picard, Island Health

Graham Payette, Island Health

These panelists bring expertise from research, clinical care, and health systems to explore how AI can be used safely, ethically, and effectively in real-world healthcare.

Moderators:

Dr. Jodie Gawryluk, University of Victoria

Cindy Trytten, Island Health

Hosted by Island Health and the Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health at the University of Victoria.

Email [email protected] for questions or media inquiries.

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