UPMC gets 'smarter and better' with big data, predictive analytics
Becker's Healthcare June 2, 2023
UPMC is on the forefront of using big data to improve patient outcomes. The system started collecting patient data more than 30 years ago and now has a robust platform to support predictive analytics and better curate care.
So, what’s next?
Chris Carmody, senior vice president of UPMC information technology division and chief technology officer of UPMC, joined the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast to talk about the system’s digital strategy, predictive analytics and how artificial intelligence can make care “smarter and better.”
Note: The conversation below is lightly edited for clarity.
Question: What are the opportunities you’re most excited about right now with digital technology in healthcare?
Chris Carmody: The number one thing that’s really driving us is our clinical analytics...