This course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to integrate AI-driven clinical decision support systems into patient care. Participants will explore advances in medical imaging AI, predictive analytics for risk stratification, and the identification of bias and ethical challenges in AI-assisted medicine. Through interactive lessons, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, learners will gain the confidence to apply AI insights to clinical workflows, ultimately enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. Unlock the Future of Medicine: Harnessing AI for Smarter, Safer Clinical Decisions

AI in Clinical Decision Support & Diagnostics

AI in Clinical Decision Support & Diagnostics


Instructors: Aparajita Sudarshan
Access provided by ExxonMobil
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What you'll learn
Define AI’s role and impact in clinical decision support.
Evaluate AI-driven medical imaging and predictive analytics applications.
Apply AI-generated insights to real-world patient diagnoses.
Identify and address biases and ethical challenges in AI-assisted medicine.
Skills you'll gain
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Radiology
- X-Ray Computed Tomography
- Decision Support Systems
- Predictive Analytics
- Health Technology
- Clinical Nursing
- Clinical Research
- Diagnostic Tests
- Responsible AI
- Artificial Intelligence
- Clinical Documentation
- AI Personalization
- Health Informatics
- Clinical Assessment
- Patient-centered Care
- Medical Imaging
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There are 6 modules in this course
In this course, healthcare professionals learn to integrate AI-driven clinical decision support into everyday patient care. You’ll explore medical imaging AI, predictive analytics, and the ethical considerations needed for safe, equitable adoption. Through practical demos, hands-on exercises, and real case studies, you’ll learn to interpret AI insights, apply them to clinical workflows, and assess the strengths and limits of tools like Glass Health CDS, NHS Decision Support Tools, and ClipMove. By the end, you’ll be ready to use AI to improve diagnostic accuracy, streamline care, and make smarter, safer clinical decisions.
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1 video1 reading
In this module, you’ll explore the foundations of AI-driven clinical decision support and how these technologies are reshaping modern healthcare. You’ll examine the evolution of CDS from early rule-based systems to adaptive machine-learning platforms, and see how AI improves diagnostic accuracy through imaging analysis, predictive models, and real-time insights. Through guided demos, interactive readings, and hands-on practice with free AI tools like Glass Health CDS and NHS Decision Support Tools, you’ll learn how to integrate AI-CDS into clinical workflows to support faster, safer, and more consistent patient care.
What's included
10 videos4 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
This module immerses radiologists in the evolving landscape of AI-powered medical imaging and decision support. Participants will learn to leverage open-access AI tools for image interpretation, workflow optimization, and collaborative diagnostics, while exploring the future of radiology in an AI-integrated environment.
What's included
10 videos4 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
This module immerses nurses in the real-world application of AI-powered clinical decision support systems (CDSS), emphasizing how these tools can elevate nursing judgment, personalize care, automate routine tasks, and improve patient outcomes. Nurses will discover how to harness AI for early risk detection, care planning, documentation, and patient advocacy—while maintaining the human touch at the heart of nursing.
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10 videos5 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
This module empowers healthcare technicians to leverage AI and digital technologies for safer, more efficient, and higher-quality patient care. Learners will explore practical applications of digital tools in daily technician tasks, from patient monitoring and documentation to equipment management and infection control, preparing them for modern, tech-enabled healthcare environments.
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10 videos2 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
In this final module, you’ll revisit the key skills and insights gained—from AI in clinical decision support to digital workflow integration and ethical practice. Celebrate your progress, reflect on your learning, and apply your knowledge through a comprehensive graded quiz that reinforces your readiness for AI-enabled healthcare.
What's included
1 video1 peer review
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