Enhancing Multidisciplinary Team Efficiency: The Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligence

Nazeer Ahmed; Ahmed Nadeem   Abbasi; Shahroz  Ali

doi:10.36283/ziun-pjmd14-4/107

Authors

Nazeer Ahmed Karachi Medical and Dental College Karachi/Abbasi Shaheed Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan. https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6142-6201
Ahmed Nadeem Abbasi Agha Khan University Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2510-8272
Shehroz Ali Karachi Medical and Dental College Karachi/Abbasi Shaheed Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan. https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8477-7218

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36283/ziun-pjmd14-4/107

Keywords:

Multidisciplinary care;, Artificial Intelligence , Teams, Transformation , Tumor boards

Abstract

Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) boards are teams of experts from different specialties that aim to formulate standardized Treatment plans. MDTs are now widely implemented to enhance decision-making and optimize clinical outcomes of complicated cancer cases. However, diversity in framework, Information gaps, non-standardized practices, and Power structure tend to compromise the effectiveness of MDT boards¹. These challenges limit effective patient care and hinder patient adherence to clinical protocols. Though the potential benefits of MDT boards have been acknowledged by current literature, the overall effects on patient outcomes are inconclusive; this necessitates a closer examination of MDT boards. Innovative solutions are needed to improve the functionality and outcomes of these boards². Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration into MDT boards is a potential solution for these challenges. AI enhances clinical decision-making by facilitating communication, data sharing, and providing clarity and precision. For example, tailored recommendations and convenient treatment plans can be achieved by AI-powered predictive analytics based on patient-specific data and clinical guidelines³.

Author Biographies

Nazeer Ahmed, Karachi Medical and Dental College Karachi/Abbasi Shaheed Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan.
Ahmed Nadeem Abbasi , Agha Khan University Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan.

Department of Radiation Oncology and Professor,
Shehroz Ali , Karachi Medical and Dental College Karachi/Abbasi Shaheed Hospital ,Karachi, Pakistan.

Final Year MBBS Student,

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