Lena Elizabath David

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh

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Dr. Lena Elizabeth David is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence into surgical practice, a field she has helped define through her pioneering work. Her landmark paper, "Artificial intelligence: A new tool in surgeon's hand" (2022, 37 citations), has become a foundational reference for researchers exploring AI's transformative role in the operating room. David’s core research focuses on how machine learning and AI-backed systems can enhance surgical precision, decision-making, and patient outcomes, positioning her as a key voice in the emerging discipline of AI-assisted surgery. She has notably framed the current technological surge as a "Cambrian explosion" of AI in medicine, a concept that has resonated widely and helped contextualize the rapid advancements in the field. Her work not only highlights the immense potential of these tools but also underscores the critical need for increased funding and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through her research, David is shaping how the next generation of surgeons and engineers will harness artificial intelligence to revolutionize patient care.