Pathology Grand Rounds - Applications and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Routine Microbiology Practice

During this activity, learners will review:

*How artificial intelligence (AI) significantly enhances accuracy and efficiency in diagnostic microbiology

*Advanced language models, including ChatGPT, effectively support pre-analytical decision-making

* Customized AI tools improve detection of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), complementing expert interpretations

* Machine learning analysis of MALDI-TOF MS spectra shows potential for rapid AMR prediction

* AI-driven imaging and analytics reliably automate routine bacterial identification

* Integration of AI with genomic sequencing technologies offers promising strategies for predicting complex resistance mechanisms