The Power of Prediction in Health Care: A Step-by-step Guide to Data Science in Health Care

In this book, I present a comprehensive guide tailored to aspiring data science graduate students and early career researchers who are venturing into the dynamic and constantly evolving domain of data science.

During the early stages of my career and throughout my Ph.D. journey in data science, I often grappled with the overwhelming sea of information. As an individual without a prior background in computer science, I felt the daunting complexity of data analysis and machine learning. Nevertheless, I persevered through these challenges and successfully completed my Ph.D., gaining invaluable insights and experiences that I am eager to share with newcomers to the field.

My unique background blends clinical medicine with data science expertise. With an MBBS in Clinical Medicine and an MBA in Healthcare from SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy, as well as a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare from Karolinska Institute, Sweden, I am well-equipped to bridge the gap between these disciplines.

In this book, I provide a structured, step-by-step approach to conceptualizing, designing, and developing data science projects within the healthcare domain. This educational journey is tailored to empower graduate students and early career researchers, equipping them with practical skills and knowledge to fully harness the extraordinary potential of data science in healthcare.

This book encompasses:

• A systematic guide for designing and executing data science projects in healthcare.
• A user-friendly structure specifically designed for beginners to facilitate data science project development.
• Direct links to an array of valuable resources and tools, predominantly free and open-source, to facilitate the creation and execution of AI projects in healthcare.
• Access to freely available healthcare databases.
• Real-world case studies exemplifying the construction of data science projects.

Whether you are a healthcare professional seeking to enhance your skill set or a data scientist aiming to make an impact in the healthcare industry, "The Power of Prediction in Health Care" is an indispensable companion for unlocking the potential of data science in healthcare. With concrete examples drawn from real-world scenarios and pragmatic advice, this book empowers you to make data-driven decisions that elevate patient outcomes and revolutionize the healthcare landscape.