1st Distinguished Lecture Series 2023

MAHSA University had the esteemed privilege of hosting Datuk Dr. Kuljit Singh on the 6th of July as the eminent speaker at the 1st Distinguished Lecture Series for 2023. The lecture, titled “Challenges in Healthcare in Malaysia in the 21st Century with the Growth of AI," ignited thought-provoking discussions among the audience.

Addressing the prevalent concern about Artificial Intelligence (AI) potentially replacing human jobs, Datuk Dr. Kuljit's opening statement resonated with everyone present. He challenged the notion of AI as a threat and emphasized the importance of embracing this transformative technology. Instead of fearing AI, he advocated upskilling to harness its potential for the betterment of medicine and healthcare.

Drawing attention to AI's omnipresence in our daily lives, from navigation apps like Waze to monitoring health through smartwatches, Dr. Kuljit highlighted the need to adapt and stay ahead of this technology. He emphasized that humans contribute to AI's growth through inputs, and thus, it is imperative to cultivate our smartness around it.

While AI has profound applications in education and knowledge growth, Dr. Kuljit also highlighted its limitations, citing ChatGPT as an example. As educators, he stressed the responsibility to curb AI's misuse in students, ensuring that future generations retain critical thinking and creativity.

The lecture, spanning an engaging hour, further sparked insightful discussions during the question and answer session. The event's success was enhanced by the esteemed presence of Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman Senator Prof Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Hj Haniffa bin Hj Abdullah, Professor Dato’ Dr. Ishak bin Abdul Razak, Pro-Chancellor, Prof Dato’ Dr. Ikram Shah bin Ismail, Vice-Chancellor, Deans, Directors, and members of the academic community of MAHSA University.

The event commenced with a warm welcome note from Pro-Chancellor Prof Dato’ Dr. Ishak, followed by an introduction of the distinguished speaker by Prof Dato’ Dr. Ikram. The session culminated with a token of appreciation presented to Datuk Dr. Kuljit Singh by Senator Tan Sri Haniffa.

Overall, the lecture served as a thought-provoking platform, encouraging attendees to view AI as an opportunity for growth rather than a threat. MAHSA University's commitment to fostering constructive dialogue and continuous learning was evident throughout the event, and the insightful discussions will undoubtedly contribute to further advancements in healthcare and education in Malaysia.

Words by: Jennifer Fernandez

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