"We really should have a system that is patient-centric, physician-led, and professionally managed, but in a cost-effective way," Rick Snyder, MD, said.

At Mass General Brigham, advanced algorithms help clinicians spend more time focused on what matters most.

AI-based tools are here to stay, but one expert does not see them replacing cardiologists anytime soon. Look at recent trends in radiology, he says, to get a better idea of what cardiology's future may look like.

The AHA has developed systems of care that can help developing countries improve their treatment strategies for both heart attack and stroke.

Radiology departments need to think about long-term management of AI, not just which algorithms may help them currently.

It's important to remember that there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to patient care. What works is some communities may not work in others.

“It’s not just about scanning,” one specialist explained. “You need to have everything come together.”

His advice to other physicians considering a side business: pursue something you are genuinely interested in and avoid recreating the stress of clinical work.