Ochsner Health System uses AI to detect early warning signs in patients

In an effort to catch early warning signs in patients, Ochsner Health System in New Orleans, Louisiana, has adopted an artificial intelligence platform powered by cloud and AI technologies from Microsoft and Epic.

More specifically, the tech relies on Epic’s machine learning platform and Microsoft Azure, a cloud computing service.

Through the implementation, Ochsner’s rapid response team can proactively assist patients and detect and reduce adverse events.

Ochsner Health System initially piloted the AI for three months. During that time, it decreased adverse events outside the ICU by 44 percent, according to a news release.

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