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Cerebral's Guiding Principles

Cerebral adopts the following guiding principles, which will inform our approach to any initiative that leverages clinical data, data science, or AI.

Respect human autonomy

While we believe AI can greatly enhance the healthcare experience, we respect the need for human judgment and autonomy. AI is a tool to aid, not replace, the human touch in healthcare.

Prioritize patient safety and data privacy

All of our initiatives will prioritize the safety and privacy of our patients. Any data science or AI project will comply strictly with all relevant laws and regulations, particularly those related to healthcare data.

Involve clinicians and patients in designing AI projects

Clinicians and patients will be involved in the development, deployment, and monitoring of AI systems. Their insights will guide our work, ensuring AI tools are beneficial, user-friendly, and safe.

Value transparency and remain accountable

We commit to being open about our use of AI, its impact, and how decisions are made. We are responsible for the outcomes of our AI initiatives and are accountable to our patients, clinicians, and the wider community.

Innovate responsibly

We are committed to remain at the vanguard of innovation, developing cutting-edge AI applications to improve mental healthcare. The advancement of AI-powered tools brings with it the responsibility to carefully consider their performance, implications for patient care, and potential ethical issues before deploying them.

Learn and improve continuously

We understand that the field of AI is rapidly evolving. As such, we are committed to continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest developments, and improving our AI systems over time.

Adhere to our non-negotiable standards

We do not sell patient data, use AI to replace clinicians, or engage in any activity that may be perceived to be deceptive.

White papers

Cerebral's Guiding Principles for Data and Artificial Intelligence

Posted June 2023
By The Cerebral team

At Cerebral, our unwavering commitment to our patients and clinicians drives us to explore innovative solutions that enhance healthcare delivery. We recognize the immense potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve both the patient and clinician experience. Read more...

State of Care Report

Posted October 2022
By The Cerebral team

Cerebral’s inaugural State of Mental Health Care Report highlights our focus on clinical quality and safety, the positive impact we are having on our patients, and our commitment to improve mental health delivery. Read more...

Reducing Suicidality with a Comprehensive Data-driven Safety System

Posted May 2022

By David Mou MD MBA, Akshay Swaminathan, Kaitlin Caoili Angel, Mitra Aneel Ursani MD

The Cerebral Safety System uses data-driven decision-making to decrease suicidal ideation. With this system in place, 50% of patients who initially report suicidal ideation no longer harbor suicidal thoughts after treatment with Cerebral. Read more...

Driving Quality in Behavioral Health Using a Closed-Loop Learning System

Posted November 2021

By David Mou MD MBA, Akshay Swaminathan, Sid Salvi MBA

Cerebral uses data to improve care via a System for Measurement-based Access to Relationship focused Treatment (SMART). Learn how Cerebral uses the SMART approach to delivering high-quality, long-term mental health care by using actionable data to improve access and therapeutic relationships. Read more...

Leveraging Data Science to Reimagine Mental Health Delivery

Posted April 2021

By David Mou MD MBA, Akshay Swaminathan, Sid Salvi MBA

Cerebral uses data to improve care via a System for Measurement-based Access to Relationship focused Treatment (SMART). Learn how Cerebral uses the SMART approach to delivering high-quality, long-term mental health care by using actionable data to improve access and therapeutic relationships. Read more...

Blog posts

Mental health resources and articles written by Cerebral. All posts are medically reviewed for clinical accuracy and success.

The State of Mental Health Care in 2022: Where are We?

The Way Forward for Mental Healthcare: A Message from Dr. David Mou, CEO, Cerebral

Telehealth and the Power to Revolutionize Access to Mental Health Care

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