This course is designed to equip healthcare leaders with the knowledge, skills and strategic framework needed to successfully implement and lead AI-driven transformation within healthcare organizations. You will develop practical expertise in evaluating, integrating and scaling AI solutions to address real operational challenges and enhance clinical outcomes.

The curriculum balances technical understanding with implementation strategy, covering foundational concepts in machine learning, neural networks, deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing and robotics. However, the primary focus is on implementation methodology—from needs assessment and solution selection to change management, staff engagement and measuring ROI.

Through analysis of healthcare-specific case studies and implementation scenarios, you will learn to navigate common barriers to AI adoption, develop effective governance structures and create implementation roadmaps that align with organizational objectives. The course addresses critical leadership challenges in AI transformation, including stakeholder management, workforce development and creating cultures of innovation.

Special emphasis is placed on ethical implementation frameworks, regulatory compliance and responsible AI governance to ensure that AI deployments maintain patient trust and uphold healthcare standards. You will develop actionable implementation plans that demonstrate how to translate AI capabilities into measurable improvements in care delivery, operational efficiency and organizational performance.

Seminar Objectives:

• Define key AI concepts and distinguish between different AI technologies relevant to healthcare applications.
• Apply strategic thinking: Implement a structured approach to AI use case selection and prioritization aligned with organizational objectives and constraints.
• Analyze implementation requirements: Differentiate between effective and ineffective approaches to AI vendor selection, change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Evaluate ethical considerations: Assess AI initiatives against established ethical frameworks and regulatory requirements specific to healthcare contexts.
• Synthesize future trends: Formulate innovative strategies that position healthcare organizations to leverage emerging AI technologies for improved outcomes.

Who Should Attend:

This course is designed for healthcare executives seeking to understand, implement and lead AI transformation in their organizations.

Presented by:

Attila J. Hertelendy, PhD, associate professor, College of Business, Florida International University Adjunct Associate Professor, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University

Cancellation

To cancel your course registration, please notify the Customer Service Center, at contact@ache.org at least 10 business days before the start of the program for a refund or credit, less a $75 processing fee. After that time, a refund or credit is forfeited.

Continuing Education Credit

ACHE Virtual Interactive Education Credit

This activity is eligible for up to 9 ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credits toward earning or maintaining your FACHE credential.

Interprofessional Continuing Education Credit

In support of improving patient care, the American College of Healthcare Executives is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive a maximum of 9 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change. For further information about Joint Accreditation credits and certificates, please click here.

Physician Continuing Medical Education

The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) designates this live activity for a maximum of 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Continuing Nursing Education

The American College of Healthcare Executives designates this live activity for a maximum of 9 contact hours of continuing nursing education.

Continuing Pharmacy Education

The American College of Healthcare Executives designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum 9 contact hours of continuing pharmacy education credit.

Continuing Social Work Education

The American College of Healthcare Executives designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum 9 contact hours of continuing social work education credit.

Continuing Education for Dietitians

The American College of Healthcare Executives designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum 9 contact hours of continuing education credit for Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians, Registered. RDs and DTRs should enter activities offered by jointly accredited providers as type 102 on Professional Development Portfolio (PDP) activity logs. CPEUs awarded must be commensurate with participation in the activity.

Physician Associate/Physician Assistant Continuing Education

The American College of Healthcare Executives has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for a maximum of 9 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Required Virtual Live Sessions:

• August 12
• August 14
• August 19
• August 21
• August 26
• August 28

All sessions will be held 10–11:30 a.m. Central time.