NYC Gazette

The role of technology in health care, particularly through advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digitalization, and innovation, was the focus of a recent panel discussion. The event was hosted by The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies (CCPS) at St. John’s University’s Manhattan campus on December 5, in collaboration with the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society.

“Building on the momentum of the CCPS graduate program’s Next-Level Series, the ‘Healthcare Digitization and Innovation’ event was a resounding success,” said Radhika R. Jha, Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Academic Engagement at the College. “It highlighted the transformative power of collaboration between academia and industry. CCPS looks forward to hosting future events that explore emerging trends in health care, technology, and innovation.”

The event took place at St. John’s University’s Manhattan campus, located in New York City—a central location for hospitals and health-care facilities—which attracted a diverse audience interested in networking opportunities and insights from professionals in academia and technology.

The panel included experts such as Thomas Bianculli from Zebra Technologies; Syed Ahmad Chan Bukhari from CCPS; Jamie Fox from Microsoft; and Christopher Whiteside from Astound Business Solutions, LLC. Justin Goldberg moderated the discussion as Assistant Dean of CCPS Graduate Programs.

“The panelists were dynamic in their responses and were given ample time by the moderator, who asked relevant questions that engaged both the speakers and the audience,” said Joan E. DeBello, Ed.D., Professor and Chair of the Division of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Science at CCPS.

A networking social followed the panel discussion where attendees could learn about graduate programs related to health care, data science, AI, and cybersecurity.

“Participating on the panel was an inspiring experience," said Mr. Whiteside. "One standout moment was the conversation around ‘value.’ Thomas highlighted many ways value can be measured while Jamie emphasized its contextual nature.”

Mr. Fox noted that “the event was a great exchange of insights and ideas from various perspectives on technology in health care."

Edward Rodriguez, a student planning to graduate in May with a major in Healthcare Informatics shared his thoughts: “The stories and experiences shared by the panelists changed how I view my major... AI not replacing people but enhancing their work.”