The author suggests that physicians should consider several questions before adopting AI, such as whether patients are aware their data is being used, what happens to the data once in the AI application, who has access to the data, and what happens to the recordings of patient visits. The author emphasizes the need for physicians to ensure that patients understand how their data will be used and protected, and that all steps are taken to uphold patient privacy.
Key takeaways:
- Artificial intelligence (AI) can help reduce the paperwork burden for physicians, potentially improving their career satisfaction and patient care quality.
- However, the use of AI in healthcare raises important questions about patient privacy and data protection, especially when doctor-patient interactions are recorded and fed into an AI system.
- Physicians should consider issues such as whether patients are aware their data is being used in this way, what happens to the data once it's in the AI system, who has access to it, and how recordings of patient visits are handled.
- Doctors are encouraged to participate in reviewing AI-driven clinical applications, update consent forms and HIPPA training, and ensure patients understand how their data will be used and protected.