KMC Manipal launches department of AI in healthcare
Udupi: Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), launched what it claims is India's first Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare on Friday, marking a milestone in the country's medical education.
The department was inaugurated by Lt Gen (Dr) MD Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor of MAHE, at a ceremony held at Dr TMA Pai Auditorium.
Highlighting the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration, Venkatesh said in a statement, “The future of healthcare is inextricably linked with technology. This initiative reflects our commitment to leading a healthcare revolution.” Dr Sharath K Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences), MAHE, outlined the roadmap for AI adoption, emphasising responsible innovation, news agency PTI reported.
''We envision a 360-degree implementation of AI—from diagnostics and treatment to reshaping medical education itself,” he said.
Dean Dr Anil K Bhat said the department would focus on AI research, education, and clinical applications, training the next generation in predictive analytics, imaging, personalised medicine, and decision support systems.
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