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Timeline

Our Timeline

1. Equipments Procurement

To support the extensive data collection and analysis requirements, servers, GPUs, and storage devices were procured. These resources were selected to ensure reliable performance and scalability. The procurement process included setup and configuration to prepare for data storage and computational tasks like running AI models.

2. Hiring Research Assistants

A dedicated team of Research Assistants was recruited to handle data collection, cleaning, and analysis tasks. The selection process prioritized candidates with expertise in healthcare data, IT, and research methodologies. The new hires were trained on project protocols and the tools required for managing chronic disease registry data.

3. Planning and Onboarding

The project commenced with strategic planning sessions, onboarding key stakeholders, and conducting literature reviews to align objectives with global best practices in chronic disease data management.

4. Collaborations with Hospitals

Formal collaborations were established with government hospitals, starting with the CENAR Cancer Hospital in Quetta. The partnership expanded to BMC Hospital, ensuring access to diverse and representative chronic disease data. These collaborations laid the foundation for a robust data collection process across the region.

5. Data Collection Approval

Approval for data collection was granted by BMC, and the data collection process officially began, focusing on chronic disease cases.

6. 1st Annual Progress Report 2023 Submitted

The first annual-2023 progress report to HEC highlighted significant progress, including the collection of 1,359 patient records. The partial development of the Chronic Health Registry backend was also documented. The report received positive feedback, affirming the project's alignment with its objectives and HEC expectations.

7. Data Collection Target & SLR Paper Draft Completed

Data collection efforts intensified, reaching a total of 5,000 patient records, digitized using mobile apps like CamScanner. Simultaneously, a draft for the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) research paper was developed, focusing on leveraging AI and LLMs in medical text extraction.

8. Data Backup and Cleaning

To safeguard collected data, backups were created on OneDrive and local servers. Data cleaning processes began, addressing issues like duplicates and missing values. In parallel, various LLM models were studied and tested on GPU-based PCs for potential deployment in data analysis and extraction.

9. Standardized Cardiac Dataset Created

A dataset of 1,000 cardiac patients was meticulously cleaned, standardized, and formatted. The dataset included 12 key features essential for advanced analysis, such as demographics, diagnostic details, and treatment histories. This step was critical for ensuring the data’s accuracy and usability in research.

10. Dashboard and Website Development

An interactive dashboard was created to visualize and analyze cardiac data, providing valuable insights into chronic disease trends. In parallel, the frontend and backend of the Chronic Health Registry website were developed, enabling data sharing and stakeholder engagement.

11. SLR Research Paper Accepted

The SLR research paper, titled "From Pixels to Paragraphs: Extraction of Textual Data from Medical Reports using LLMs," was successfully completed and accepted for publication. This significant academic contribution was presented at the prestigious FLLM 2024 Conference in Dubai, held from November 27–29, 2024. Dr. Anayat Ullah attended the conference in person, while Engr. Muhammad Sadiq, the paper's first author, delivered a virtual presentation, showcasing the project's innovative work and marking a major milestone in its academic achievements.

12. 2nd Annual Progress Report 2024 Submitted

The second annual progress report, finalized and ready for submission to HEC, details key achievements, including the collection of 5,000 patient records, completion of the website and dashboard, and the acceptance of the SLR paper. Positive feedback from HEC is anticipated, reflecting the project's successful alignment with its objectives and impactful contributions to chronic disease management.

Key Insights

What We've Achieved So Far!

"The interactive dashboards have simplified complex health data, making it easier to identify trends and improve care."

Data Scientist
Chronic Health Registry Team

"Our standardized data approach has enabled better analysis of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart conditions."

IT Professional
Principal Inspector

"We successfully presented and published our systematic literature review research paper, 'From Pixels to Paragraphs: Extraction of Textual Data from Medical Reports using LLMs,' at the prestigious FLLM 2024 Conference in Dubai."

Research Lead
Chronic Health Data Initiative

"Over 5,000 patient records have been digitized, providing actionable insights for healthcare providers across Balochistan."

Researcher
Life Sciences Professional
Address

Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences, BUITEMS. Airport Road, Baleli, Quetta.

+92 (81) 2899911

anayat.ullah@buitms.edu.pk

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