Sr. VP & CTO

AI and Healthcare
Seminar Abstract

This presentation explores how the convergence of technological innovation, generative AI and the proliferation of healthcare data is transforming the future of medicine.

• Historical foundations of AI in healthcare — A look at how advances in computing, data infrastructure and machine learning have paved the way for AI-driven medical solutions
• The importance of data — Examining the challenges and opportunities in leveraging diverse health data to fuel real-world AI applications. In this field, data is the currency of innovation

Speaker Bio
Shamyla Lando is the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President at Labcorp, a global life sciences company that provides vital information to support health care decisions.

She brings more than 20 years of experience leading large-scale IT teams and overseeing enterprise architecture, global infrastructure, service delivery, cloud and data platforms and business application development. Lando has held leadership roles at Duke Health System and School of Medicine (CTO), Mayo Clinic (Division Chair), Medtronic and Convergys.

Recognized as an IT futurist and transformation leader, Lando focuses on how technology strategy can drive business growth through collaboration and partnership. She is passionate about advancing health care and well-being for the elderly and future generations through innovative solutions. She also mentors young women pursuing careers in technology.

Note to Computer Science Graduate Students
This lecture has been approved by the CS Graduate Oversight Committee and counts toward the required lectures for graduate students.