Xtalks Featured Member: Marissa Halfin, Director of Clinical Informatics, Labcorp

Today we’re highlighting Xtalks Featured Community Member Dr. Marissa Halfin, MD, MBA, Director of Clinical Informatics at Labcorp, who is redefining how data and technology can transform patient care. Dive into her perspective below.

What Are Your Proudest Life Science Achievements?

My proudest achievements in life sciences center around merging technology solutions with healthcare delivery to improve patient outcomes. I’ve had the opportunity to work on innovative projects that transform the clinical research landscape by integrating AI, advanced data extraction techniques and real-world evidence (RWE) generation. These efforts have helped accelerate the adoption and use of new treatments for patients.

What Are Your Day-to-Day Job Highlights?

In my day-to-day work, I operate cross-functionally between technical, clinical and data teams to ensure that our data projects meet the highest standards of quality. I lead a team with deep understanding of both clinical and engineering domains, enabling us to translate complex clinical information into actionable insights using technologies developed by our engineering partners.

What Are Your Favorite Life Science Innovations?

My favorite innovation in life sciences has been the application of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI to data transformation and curation processes. These technologies have significantly expanded the volume and depth of data we can curate, allowing us to generate insights at a scale that would have been unimaginable seven years ago.

What Is Your Vision for the Future of the Industry?

I envision a future where AI and big data fundamentally transform healthcare, making personalized medicine the standard of care. As data becomes more integrated, it will provide a holistic view of patient health, helping to bring precision medicine into everyday clinical practice.

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Do you know someone doing incredible work in the life sciences? Or perhaps you’re proud of your own journey and want to inspire others? We’d love to hear from you.

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