From Code to Clinic - A History of AI in Medicine (2025)

Explore the evolution of artificial intelligence in medical applications through this 49-minute lecture from the Medical and Population Genetics Primer series at the Broad Institute. Learn how AI has progressed from early computational concepts to modern clinical implementations, tracing key developments that have shaped the intersection of technology and healthcare. Discover the historical milestones, breakthrough algorithms, and transformative applications that have brought AI from theoretical frameworks into practical medical settings. Examine the journey of machine learning, deep learning, and other AI methodologies as they've been adapted for diagnostic tools, treatment planning, drug discovery, and patient care optimization. Gain insights into the challenges, successes, and ongoing developments that continue to drive AI innovation in medicine. Understand the foundational principles and evolutionary path that have established AI as a critical component in contemporary healthcare delivery and medical research.