New Frontiers for AI in Mental Health | Mary Jane Dykeman & David Rotenberg

Written by Harry Salt (Digital Editor)
Expert Insights

In this exclusive interview, we delve into the cutting-edge world of AI in mental health care with two leading experts in the field.

Together, they’ll be giving us an inside look at how AI and data science are being leveraged to advance mental health research and care. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI in healthcare, discuss data strategy and governance approaches, and get a glimpse into some exciting projects underway in the field.

David Rotenberg serves as the Chief Analytics Officer and Operations Director of the Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto, Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital. With a background in medical biophysics, David brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to the application of AI and data science in mental health research and care.

Joining David is Mary Jane Dykeman of INQ Law, who has been supporting CAMH as VP Legal and Risk. Mary Jane’s expertise spans data law, privacy, AI, and data governance. Her strategic approach to data and emerging technologies has made her a sought-after consultant for large data initiatives in health research. Mary Jane offers valuable insights into the legal and ethical considerations of implementing AI in healthcare.

In this in-depth conversation, we discuss:

    • CAMH’s innovative approach to leveraging AI and data science in mental health care
    • The challenges and opportunities of implementing AI in healthcare settings
    • Strategies for responsible innovation and data governance in mental health research
    • Cutting-edge projects at the Krembil Centre for Neuroinformatics
    • The future of AI in mental health treatment and research

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, AI researcher, or simply interested in the future of mental health care, this discussion offers a fascinating glimpse into how AI is revolutionizing the field. Join us as we explore the intersection of technology, ethics, and mental health with two of the industry’s leading voices.