Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering the pediatric emergency department – reshaping how we think about clinical decision support, medical education, and the future of physician practice. To explore what this actually means for clinicians on the ground, I’m launching a new interview series on HipPEMcrates featuring conversations with pediatric emergency medicine physicians and educators who are actively thinking about, studying, and building in this space.
This post kicks off the series with Dr. Selin Sagalowsky (Vice Chair for Education, NYU Emergency Medicine), who shares how AI is being leveraged in medical education today, where it may meaningfully change day-to-day practice in the pediatric ED, and what risks we need to thoughtfully navigate as these tools become more integrated into clinical care.
Check out the video interview, video clips, and audio-only version below!
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Artificial Intelligence in Pediatric Emergency Medicine | Dr. Jason Fischer on How AI Is Reshaping the ER – Doctors Are People Too
In this conversation, Dr. Jason Fisher (Division Head of Emergency Medicine at SickKids | The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto) breaks down how artificial intelligence is already being implemented in the pediatric emergency department – and what it means for the future of care delivery. We explore real-world applications of AI across emergency department operations, including predicting patient volumes and admissions at triage, improving patient flow, identifying high-risk patients in real time, and enhancing both provider and patient experience. Dr. Fisher outlines a practical framework for thinking about AI in layers – from operations and workflow to clinical decision-making and longitudinal care. Looking ahead, we discuss the major challenges facing AI integration in pediatric emergency medicine, including regulation, safety, and the growing dependence on centralized AI platforms. Dr. Fisher also shares a compelling vision for the future physician, describing how roles may evolve into “pioneers, guardians, and stewards” in an AI-driven healthcare system. Check out the video conversation and additional AI and Pediatric Emergency Medicine content at http://www.HipPEMcrates.com
Dr. Joshua Belfer, MD, is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of HipPEMcrates. He can be reached at HipPEMcrates@gmail.com.
