AI Revolutionizing Healthcare Technology

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a frontier technology—it is the catalyst driving a fundamental transformation in healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and decision-making. This keynote will delve into how AI is revolutionising healthcare technology across the continuum of care, from early detection and precision diagnostics to personalised treatment and intelligent workflow automation. Anchored by real-time case studies from leading hospitals, health-tech innovators, and research institutions, the session will showcase how AI is already delivering measurable outcomes: reducing diagnostic errors, accelerating drug discovery, optimising clinical operations, and expanding access to quality care. Attendees will gain strategic insights into the evolving role of AI in shaping a more responsive, predictive, and equitable healthcare system. This keynote challenges leaders to not just adapt to change—but to lead it—by embracing AI as a tool for meaningful, sustainable impact.

Biography

Dr. K. Porkumaran is a distinguished academician and pioneering researcher, currently serving as Principal and Senior Professor at Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore. Also serving as Chair IEEE TEMS INDIA, member in IEEE R10 Asia Pacific Professional Activities and Industry Relations Committee. He has significantly advanced the fields of Control Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Signal Processing, and Defense Innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and has published over 175 research papers, authored 22 book chapters, and filed 12 patents (3 granted). Under his mentorship, 14 Ph.D. scholars have earned their doctorates. His research has attracted good funding from premier agencies such as DRDO, ISRO, DST, AICTE, ICMR, and corporate partners. Dr. Porkumaran is a Fellow of IEI and IETE, Senior Member of IEEE, ISA, and a Chartered and Professional Engineer. He has held several leadership roles including Chairman of IEEE Madras Section and has represented India in global IEEE initiatives. His visionary leadership has elevated institutional excellence and fostered innovation ecosystems across academia and industry. His exceptional contributions have earned him numerous accolades including the ISTE Best Engineering College Principal Award, FICCI Startup Leader of the Year, IEEE USA Outstanding Counselor Award, and international recognitions from IBC, UK and Marquis Who’s Who, USA. A trailblazer in defense innovation, he is a two-time winner of the IDEX Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC 7 & 10), developing advanced autonomous systems for the Indian Navy and Army With experience in academics, technological foresight, and national service, Dr. K. Porkumaran continues to inspire the next generation of engineers, researchers, and innovators