7. Subtle Medical
Founded: 2017
Location: Menlo Park, California
How it uses machine learning in healthcare: Subtle Medical taps into the potential of AI, machine learning and deep learning to produce clearer medical images for radiologists. With its product SubtleMR, the company is able to block out image noise and focus on areas like the head, neck, abdomen and breast. Higher-quality images make it easier for radiologists to finish exams, reducing the time it takes for patients to receive care and diagnoses.
8. Pfizer
Founded: 1848
Location: New York, New York
How it uses machine learning in healthcare: With the help of IBM’s Watson AI technology, Pfizer uses machine learning and natural language processing for immuno-oncology research about how the body’s immune system can fight cancer. This partnership enables Pfizer to analyze large amounts of patient data and develop faster insights on how to produce more impactful immuno-oncological treatments for patients.