A new AI-based tool created by Northumbria University is helping health professionals care for diabetes patients and has earned national recognition. Assistant Professor Charlotte Gordon and Ralph Holland, an analyst at Northumbria University, were finalists in the Diabetes Nursing Awards for their innovative e-learning module.
This module uses AI to help train health workers on patient consultations, focusing on medications, glucose monitoring, and patient education. It is part of Northumbria University’s Health and Social Practice Framework, which supports health and social care workers in their professional development.
Designed for non-specialists, the module helps improve skills in diabetes care. Students learn from diabetes experts and participate in simulated sessions that cover real-life scenarios. The AI tool allows students to practice and reflect on patient consultations in a safe, simulated environment.
The success of this AI tool led to Ms. Gordon and Mr. Holland being shortlisted for the Diabetes Educator of the Year award. Ms. Gordon emphasized the importance of understanding diabetes and providing the best care across various healthcare settings.
Northumbria University’s commitment to innovative training is evident in this project. The AI consultation tool ensures that health professionals can provide high-quality, research-informed care to diabetes patients.
The university also received £9 million from UK Research and Innovation to establish the Centre for Doctoral Training in Citizen-Centred AI, which will focus on making AI technology work for ordinary people, including in healthcare.
Northumbria University is dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving outcomes for marginalized groups. Its new Centre for Health and Social Equity aims to deliver world-leading research and create policies that bring positive change locally and globally.
Source: news-medical
