Nova Scotia Health Authority’s Amanda Cherpak on the Transformative Power of AI in Tumor Treatment

In this episode, Ohad Arazi speaks with Amanda Cherpak, Director of Clinical Medical Physics at Nova Scotia Health Authority, to explore her career journey and the pivotal role of mentorship in healthcare. Amanda shares her insights on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, emphasizing its potential to enhance efficiency and accuracy in patient care.
Additionally, she discusses the importance of prioritizing patient-centered care as the industry evolves, ensuring that technological advancements serve the needs of individuals.
Topics discussed:
-How mentorship can significantly influence a career trajectory via guidance and opening doors to new opportunities in healthcare.
-The transformative potential of artificial intelligence in medical imaging, improving efficiency, accuracy, and overall patient outcomes.
-The importance of keeping the patient at the forefront of healthcare innovations, ensuring that technology enhances the patient experience.
-The complexities and challenges faced in the medical imaging field, including technological integration and patient management.
-The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare and how diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions and innovations.
-The need to balance technological advancements with compassionate patient care, ensuring that human elements remain integral to healthcare.
-The significance of education and continuous training for healthcare professionals to keep pace with rapid technological changes in the field.