Roland Berger’s “The Future of Health 6: The AI (R)evolution in Health” offers a detailed exploration of how artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) are reshaping the healthcare industry. Based on comprehensive insights from 100 board-level executives across 12 countries, this sixth edition highlights the challenges, opportunities, and transformative potential of AI in the healthcare ecosystem.
Key Findings
🌟 AI as a Catalyst for Evolution
• AI is driving a rapid evolution rather than an abrupt revolution, with major transformations in diagnostics, patient care, and operational efficiency.
• 52% of hospitals are already partially employing AI in medical diagnostics, while 32% are actively piloting new AI-based solutions.
💡 Sector-Wide Impact
• The integration of AI is improving the patient journey by enabling personalized treatments and hybrid care models combining in-person and digital services.
• Key applications include AI-enhanced diagnostic tools, automated medical imaging, and predictive analytics for patient flow management.
🚀 AI in R&D and Drug Discovery
• AI is accelerating research with 68% of pharmaceutical companies partially employing AI for operational solutions. This trend reduces costs and shortens timelines for drug development.
🔒 Challenges and Strategic Partnerships
• Despite advancements, only 29% of healthcare organizations feel adequately prepared to gain a competitive edge through AI.
• 87% of stakeholders prefer partnering with tech giants like Google and Microsoft to overcome technical and infrastructure hurdles, underscoring the importance of collaboration.
Why Read This Report?
This comprehensive study by Roland Berger provides actionable insights into the future of AI in healthcare:
• Discover how AI is being applied across the healthcare value chain, from patient care to back-end operations.
• Explore five strategic recommendations to navigate AI transformation, emphasizing customer-centricity, workforce empowerment, and robust IT infrastructure development.
Whether you are a healthcare leader, policymaker, or industry innovator, this report serves as a strategic guide for leveraging AI’s potential responsibly and effectively.
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This report is a must-read for staying ahead in the rapidly evolving AI-driven healthcare landscape.
