Steffen Albrecht: Auckland University computer scientist on using AI to predict emergency department demand weeks in advance

Hopes new technology can help predict busy periods in emergency departments. Auckland University research has found artificial intelligence algorithms can predict surges in admissions for respiratory illnesses - weeks before they happen. Computer scientist Steffen Albrecht told Mike Hosking it finds recurring patterns in data. “It’s really a database using data that goes back to 2012.” Health New Zealand says there are processes in place to minimise risks - when considering using this type of technology. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.