AM25-SN-25-L - The Transformative Power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: From Blood Collectors to the Transfusion Service, a Vein to Vein Approach

Proposed Session Description: This session will take the audience through a journey into the revolutionary impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in transfusion medicine and blood banking. In our field where precision and timely decision-making are critical, AI emerges as a powerful tool! Through the combined lenses of a national blood center and a large tertiary-care hospital-based transfusion service, this session will explore the myriad ways AI is reshaping our field. An overview of the real-world applications will be provided making it a valuable session for both beginners and those experienced in AI/ML.
The session will begin with an introduction to AI, exploring its various types. Next, we will delve into current AI applications, highlighting specific areas such as enhancing accuracy in blood screening, and improving transfusion safety to optimizing inventory management, blood product utilization, personalized transfusions, and beyond. AI can assist in streamlining operations, reducing human errors, and ultimately improving donor and patient outcomes. The specific steps involved in the development and implementation of AI/ML models, from data selection to model evaluation, will be discussed. We will then examine the benefits and risks associated with AI adoption, including ethical considerations and regulatory challenges. Finally, looking towards the future, emerging trends and possibilities in AI-driven transfusion medicine will be discussed.
The session will conclude with exploring the benefits versus risks, and future anticipations of AI offering a comprehensive understanding of how AI is not just a technological advancement, but a transformative force!