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AI in Health: ADB Funds Tech Boost for Pakistan
22 Feb
Summary
- ADB provides $950,000 for AI applications in health services.
- Assistance targets health promotion, screening, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Focus on AI for efficiency, patient experience, and medical education.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to provide $950,000 in regional technical assistance to Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Indonesia to accelerate the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in health services. This initiative aims to enhance AI readiness within the health sectors of these countries.
The assistance will focus on assessing AI applications in health promotion, screening, diagnosis, and treatment. Governments have requested ADB's help in developing practical AI governance frameworks, addressing data privacy and algorithmic bias concerns, and establishing post-market monitoring strategies.
AI tools are expected to revolutionize healthcare by improving efficiency, quality, and equitable access. Applications include AI-assisted diagnosis, healthcare management for better patient and staff experience, and generative AI for medical education and telemedicine, especially for underserved populations.
The ADB's support will deliver crucial knowledge to inform future projects, helping countries build roadmaps for domestic AI ecosystems. This includes considerations for research, development, technology transfer, and procurement, ultimately transforming health service organization and delivery.
