Russia launches AI programs to transform healthcare education

RUSSIA—Russia has taken a significant step in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare education with the launch of its first undergraduate and retraining programs in this field.

These initiatives are a collaboration between MIREA – Russian Technological University and the Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine of the Moscow Healthcare Department. 

These initiatives follows the September announcement by the Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine that AI applications in Moscow have significantly improved the efficiency of medical imaging analysis.

The university introduced a bachelor’s degree in “Technologies and Systems of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare” and a retraining program titled “Development and Testing of Artificial Intelligence Services in Healthcare.”

These programs aim to equip students with the skills necessary to develop and implement AI solutions in medical settings. 

Since the start of the academic year, over 300 students have enrolled in these programs, bringing the total number of participants in AI healthcare training to more than 370.

36 first-year students are pursuing the bachelor’s program on budgetary and paid bases, with a highly competitive admission ratio of 108 applicants per available spot. 

Commenting on the programs, Yuri Vasilev, Chief Consultant in Radiology and CEO of the Moscow Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine, emphasized the growing demand for skilled professionals in AI-driven healthcare.

 He highlighted the organization’s focus on integrating neural networks into radiological diagnostics, stressing the importance of partnerships like the one with MIREA, which began in 2023.

This collaboration has already yielded results, such as the successful placement of students from the Master’s program in “Intelligent Data Analysis.”

For the current academic year, unique bachelor’s and retraining programs have been designed, unmatched in Russia’s educational landscape.

 The retraining program, held at MIREA’s Digital Department, has attracted over 270 participants, demonstrating its appeal and relevance. 

Stanislav Kudj, Rector and Chairman of MIREA’s Academic Council, highlighted that these programs provide comprehensive training for developing and testing AI technologies.

Students will gain hands-on experience with big data management, quality assessment of AI tools, and the development of AI-driven software solutions. 

These programs leverage expertise from the Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine, a leading institution in AI research and application in healthcare.

Additionally, technology partners like the Third Opinion Platform and Yandex Cloud play a crucial role, offering students opportunities to engage with industry experts, participate in paid internships, and work on real-world AI projects. 

This collaboration aligns with MIREA’s involvement in the Priority 2030 Strategic Academic Leadership Program, which fosters partnerships with industrial leaders.

Building on their past success, including the advanced training program in Aspects of Development and Testing of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Healthcare, this initiative further strengthens Russia’s position in merging AI and healthcare education. 

These initiatives are a collaboration between MIREA – Russian Technological University and the Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine of the Moscow Healthcare Department.   

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