Reasoning about Medical Triage Optimization with Logic Programming
We present a logic programming framework that orchestrates multiple variants of an optimization problem and reasons about their results to support high-stakes medical decision-making. The logic programming layer coordinates the construction and evaluation of multiple optimization formulations, translating solutions into logical facts that support further symbolic reasoning and ensure efficient resource allocation -- specifically targeting the "right patient, right platform, right escort, right time, right destination" principle. This capability is integrated into GuardianTwin, a decision support system for Forward Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC), where rapid and explainable resource allocation is critical. Through a series of experiments, our framework demonstrates an average reduction in casualties by 35.75% compared to standard baselines. Additionally, we explore how users engage with the system via an intuitive interface that delivers explainable insights, ultimately enhancing decision-making in critical situations. This work demonstrates how logic programming can serve as a foundation for modular, interpretable, and operationally effective optimization in mission-critical domains.
Authors
- Anson E. Chapman
- Paulo Shakarian (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3159-4660)
- John Chapman
- Jaikrishna Manojkumar Patil
- Richard Knuszka
Publication Details
- Journal
- Electronic Proceedings in Theoretical Computer Science
- Published
- 2026-01-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4204/eptcs.439.22
- Primary Topic
- Logic, Reasoning, and Knowledge
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00