Real Talk Episode 41: The New Vision for Eye Care & Education with Dr. Fiona Buckmaster

Join Scot Morris, OD, and guest Fiona Buckmaster, MS, PhD, as they delve into the transformative power of AI in the world of optometry. From “micro-learning” and personalized “digital tutors” in the classroom, to streamlining clinical workflows and enhancing patient triage, discover how AI is not just a tool, but a fundamental shift in how we learn and deliver care. Dr. Morris and Dr. Buckmaster explore the challenges of rapid innovation, the importance of critical thinking in an AI-driven world and why the human connection remains at the heart of health care.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

  • The Future of Learning: How “micro-learning” and AI-driven personalized education are closing knowledge gaps for both students and seasoned professionals.

  • Clinical Transformation: The shift from data-gathering to data-interpretation and how AI can alleviate the administrative burdens of clinical practice.

  • A Global Perspective: Improving health care delivery and system-wide efficiencies through AI, with insights from the U.K.’s National Health Service.

  • Building Guardrails: The critical role of regulation, governance and the practitioner’s voice in shaping the future of AI technology.

 

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