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How FIU and Baptist Health are Using AI and Sound to Detect Heart Disease Earlier

Researchers at Florida International University (FIU), working in collaboration with Baptist Health South Florida, are combining a digital stethoscope with artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced sound analysis to better detect subtle signs of heart disease long before symptoms appear.

  • March 31, 2026

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Researchers from Florida International University (FIU) and Baptist Health South Florida are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with digital stethoscopes to enhance the early detection of heart disease. This innovative approach aims to identify subtle acoustic patterns indicative of cardiovascular conditions, significantly improving screening processes. With early laboratory results showing 95% accuracy in recognizing healthy heart sounds and 85% for diseased ones, this technology could revolutionize cardiovascular evaluations, potentially empowering patients to monitor heart health from home in the future. Dr. Tom Nguyen leads this transformative project.

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How FIU and Baptist Health are Using AI and Sound to Detect Heart Disease Earlier

  • March 31, 2026

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