The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched the National Artificial Intelligence Institute (NAII) to develop AI research for improving the health and well-being of U.S. veterans. 

AI models can be trained to evaluate chest x-rays as well as radiologists, according to a new study published by Radiology. Specialist-approved reference standards played a crucial role in the team’s research.

Artificial intelligence may be perceived as a threat to some physicians, but, according to research presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting in Chicago, it could have some real use for cardiologists.

One of the nation’s largest health insurers is using AI to help persuade patients to get their seasonal flu shot, The Wall Street Journal reported.

MaxQ AI has achieved ISO 27001 certification, meaning the Tel Aviv, Israel-based company fully complies with the internationally recognized information security standard.

Siemens Healthineers has announced the arrival of two new AI-based software assistants designed to help radiologists interpret MRI examinations. The solutions were officially introduced to the public at RSNA 2019 in Chicago.

GE Healthcare has announced a new $100 million contract with a European imaging company and new investments in 3D printing, robotics and virtual patient monitoring.

Amazon has launched a medical transcription service for clinical documentation, allowing doctors to transcribe conversations with patients into electronic health records.