March 2025 ASE Comments on the Trump Administration’s AI Action Plan

On March 14, ASE submitted recommendations to guide the development of a national Artificial Intelligence Action Plan, positioning AI as a valuable tool that could transform cardiovascular ultrasound while emphasizing necessary guardrails.

RE: Response to Request for Information on the Development of an Artificial Intelligence Action Plan

Dear Mr. D’Souza,
The American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) appreciates the opportunity to provide input on the development of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan. ASE is the Society for Cardiovascular Ultrasound Professionals™. As the largest global organization for cardiovascular ultrasound imaging serving physicians, sonographers, nurses, veterinarians, and scientists, ASE is the leader and advocate, setting practice standards and guidelines for the field. Since 1975, the Society has been committed to advancing cardiovascular ultrasound to improve lives. In this capacity as the voice for cardiovascular ultrasound professionals and patients, ASE is committed to advancing the integration of AI into echocardiography to enhance workflow efficiency, improve disease detection, and optimize patient outcomes. AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by increasing cost-effectiveness, reducing disparities in care, and supporting clinicians in delivering high-quality cardiovascular imaging. However, for AI to reach its full potential without unintended consequences, its development and implementation must be guided by clear policies that foster innovation while ensuring patient safety, appropriate clinical oversight, and access to care.