Pinnacle Perspectives, Fall 2023

IN THIS ISSUE: Applying AI to Improve Health Outcomes

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Dartmouth

Launches Groundbreaking AI Center to Enhance Health Outcomes

Dartmouth has recently unveiled the Center for Precision Health and Artificial Intelligence (CPHAI), an innovative AI center poised to drive significant advancements in healthcare through cutting-edge technology. This pioneering center harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize medical practices and take patient care to new heights.

The center was launched with initial funding of $2 million from the Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth Cancer Center and is based in the Williamson Translational Research Building, a Dartmouth-owned building on the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center campus in Lebanon, N.H.

The center endeavors to transform disease prediction and prevention strategies by leveraging AI's ability to discern patterns and trends. Machine

learning models trained on diverse datasets can predict disease risk, improve diagnostic accuracy, and anticipate illness progression. CPHAI aims to create a toolbox of digital technologies that will empower providers to identify and deliver the most effective personalized health care strategy for each patient.

CPHAI will be governed by the dean of Geisel and advised by a committee that will have representatives and stakeholders from Geisel, Dartmouth Cancer Center, Thayer School of Engineering, Arts and Sciences, and Dartmouth Health.

“It is truly a Dartmouth center with leaders and advisers from across the institution connecting clinicians and AI scientists,” says Geisel Dean Duane Compton.

CPHAI will also create new educational and training opportunities, attracting students and professionals interested in pursuing careers in AI and precision health, says Saeed Hassanpour, associate professor of biomedical data science, epidemiology, and computer science, who serves as the center’s inaugural director. These opportunities will help develop a skilled workforce in the Upper Valley region, making it an attractive destination for technology and health care companies.

Dartmouth's new AI center heralds a remarkable era in healthcare innovation. With AI's transformative potential, this center holds the promise of revolutionizing medical practices and ultimately enriching the lives of countless patients. 

Saeed Hassanpour stands outside the Williamson Translational Research Building, where the new AI center is based (Photo by Katie Lenhart)

Originally written by Harini Barath

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In the News

More than 3,500 cyclists, walkers and golfers and more than 750 volunteers raised a record-breaking $7.8 million for Dartmouth Cancer Center at the 42nd annual Prouty, northern New England’s largest family-friendly fundraising event. The funds will be used to fuel cancer research, increase access to clinical trials, and provide much-needed patient and family support services.

Save the date for next year’s Prouty: July 13, 2024.

A groundbreaking clinical trial conducted at Dartmouth Health’s Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and other institutions has demonstrated that the Eat Sleep Console Care Tool is an effective and safe way to care for infants with Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome. The approach substantially reduces newborns’ exposure to opioid medications and shortens their hospital stay, offering potential long-term benefits for their neurodevelopment.

A Gift in Your Will

A gift in your will that supports the work of Dartmouth Health and/or Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth should be directed to: One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756

Tax ID# 26-4812335 (for Dartmouth Health) and Tax ID# 02-0222111 (for Geisel).

Sample language:

“I hereby, give, devise, and bequeath to , One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon NH 03756, tax ID # the following sum [state the amount of the gift or asset(s)], or percent ( %) of my residuary estate, whichever is less, to this purpose:

For more information about tax-wise giving, please contact Katherine D. Blackman, Director of Planned Giving. Email DH.Geisel.Planned.Giving@dartmouth.edu, or phone at (603) 646-5858. You can also visit DHGeiselPlannedGiving.org. All inquiries are confidential.

Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business and Geisel School of Medicine have collaborated to create a new Master of Health Administration degree program , aimed at earlycareer professionals. The degree will prepare students to develop, plan, and manage operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems.

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center was recognized by the American Heart Association for its dedication to treating in-hospital cardiac arrest and stroke, leading to improved survival rates. Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center received Resuscitation Gold awards for both adult and pediatric populations as well as two awards acknowledging reduced treatment time and improved care for stroke patients.

Farmacy Garden at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center