From Black Bags to Black Boxes: AI Assisted Clinical Diagnosis in Neurology
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Southerland will review several ways in which AI may be used to augment clinical diagnosis and reasoning in the practice of neurology.
Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Neurology: Talking Machines and Healing Minds*
Date: October 19, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Room: Coral 3
Track: Interactive Lunch Workshop (ILW)
Session Description
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into clinical neurology, from diagnostic support tools to neuroimaging interpretation and brain–computer interfaces that restore communication. However, many neurologists lack formal training in how these technologies work, their limitations, and how to evaluate their clinical utility.
This workshop will provide a practical, evidence-based overview of AI across three domains: clinical decision support, neuroimaging, and brain–computer interfaces. Faculty will highlight real-world applications, review current evidence, and discuss the opportunities and limitations of these tools. Attendees will gain a framework for critically assessing AI technologies and their role in clinical practice.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Describe current applications of AI in clinical neurological diagnosis and the evidence supporting their use.
- Explain how AI and machine learning are applied in neuroimaging and assess their benefits and limitations.
- Discuss the principles of brain–computer interfaces and the role of AI in restoring communication for patients with severe motor impairment.
Speakers
- (Chair) Amanda Jagolino-Cole, MD, FANA
- (Co-Chair) Anshum Patel, MBBS
- (Speaker) Andrew Southerland, MD, MSc
- (Speaker) Jerome Jeevarajan, MD
- (Speaker) Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD, FANA
From Pixels to Prognosis: How AI is Transforming Neuroimaging Interpretation
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Jeevarajan will review the traditional and generative artificial intelligence tools that are being rapidly developed for neuroimaging interpretation and will soon be at the bedside.
From Action Potentials to AI to Advocacy: Restoring Communication through Brain-Computer Interfaces
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Hochberg will present on the use of AI in implantable brain-computer interfaces to restore communication and mobility for people with neurologic injury or disease.