Categoría: Original Articles

In clinical practice, sleep is often reduced to a quick question for the patient: “Do you sleep well?” Rarely do we approach it with the same seriousness as diet, exercise, or regular check-ups. Yet recent science forces us to rethink: sleep is not passive rest; it is active biology that protects memory, cognition, and perhaps…

In recent years, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has sparked discussions about its potential to replace physicians. While AI has made remarkable strides in diagnosing diseases, predicting outcomes, and even suggesting treatment plans, it’s essential to recognize that these advancements do not signify the end of human expertise in medicine. Instead, they…

I started this article the first week of October 2024, a week later, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences (in charge of naming the winners of the Nobel Prizes) awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics to those who have laid the foundations for “machines to learn”, a key aspect for the development of artificial…

Long waiting lists in public health services remain a major challenge across regions, from the European Union (EU) to the United States (US) and Latin America (LATAM). Despite the differing structures of these healthcare systems, the persistence of this issue highlights a common concern: timely access to care. In this post, I aim to explore…

Abstract: Meniscal lesions are a pervasive cause of knee dysfunction, significantly affecting global health, with a pronounced impact in Latin America due to rising sports injuries and an aging population(Chambers & Chambers, 2019). This paper provides an in-depth review of the knee’s physiology and biomechanics, explores the different types of meniscal lesions in relation to…

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has rapidly evolved, offering unprecedented opportunities for improving patient outcomes and enhancing clinical workflows. Despite its transformative potential, many physicians remain unaware of the practical applications of AI in their daily practice. This guide aims to bridge that gap by providing a comprehensive resource for physicians at…

Introduction The traditional drug discovery process has long been characterized by a significant investment of both time and financial resources. Historically, the journey from the identification of a potential therapeutic target to an approved drug can span more than a decade, costing upwards of billions of dollars. The process typically involves high-throughput screening of large…

Cuando abordo el «futuro de la medicina» con mis estudiantes, me gusta referirme a la emblemática escena de The Empire Strikes Back, donde Luke Skywalker recibe una mano mecánica implantada por un droide médico. Esta imagen representa el impacto potencial de la bioingeniería y la integración de dispositivos biomecánicos en el cuerpo humano. Aunque aún…

The rise of artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, and medical affairs is at the forefront. For medical affairs leaders, this presents both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges. How can you navigate this changing landscape, establish yourself as a thought leader, and leverage AI to drive better patient outcomes? This article explores how personal branding can…