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Opening Session: Precision Health and Artificial Intelligence: What Child Health Leaders Need to Know

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
8:45 AM – 10:15 AM EDT
Location: Confederation Ballroom
Hospital and healthcare care leaders and policy makers need to be versed and comfortable in the nuances of Precision Health and AI. Precision health is crucial to the future of equitable and accessible child and youth health in Canada offering a personalized approach to healthcare that accounts for genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors unique to each individual.

Artificial Intelligence plays a growing role in child and youth health in Canada by enhancing early diagnosis, improving treatment accuracy, and personalizing care. AI also supports healthcare providers in making more informed decisions by offering insights from complex data. In pediatrics, AI tools can assist in monitoring chronic conditions, detecting developmental delays, and optimizing treatment plans.

While exploring the future of these technologies in child health in Canada, our panel will answer key questions to ensure the technology is applied safely, effectively, and ethically.