Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm, but what does this mean for healthcare?
Here are four physicians' thoughts on the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare.
Note: These responses have been lightly edited for length and clarity.
Stephen Amann, MD. Gastroenterologist at Digestive Health Specialists (Tupelo, Miss.): With the advent of AI — broad term — now with a firm hold on transforming how we do things, it will continue to provide opportunities as well as risk. I see AI as enabling us to be more efficient and responsive to patients to enhance their experience but will need physician experience and guidance on utilization. Physicians and patients need to be aware of AI hallucinations and misdirection in its current form. Physicians should make an effort to learn about AI and not be left behind.
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Qusai Hammouri, MD. Spine Surgeon at NYU Langone Health (New York City): I am fascinated by the integration of AI in medical practices and the personalization of healthcare through patient-specific surgical guides and implants. The use of AI in diagnostics and treatment planning is revolutionizing the way we approach patient care, making it more accurate, efficient and equitable.
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James Loging, MD. Orthopedic Surgeon at Palmetto Bone and Joint (Chapin, S.C.): The integration of AI and machine learning further contributes to personalized medicine by analyzing vast datasets to predict patient outcomes and recommend tailored treatment plans. This data-driven approach enhances the precision of diagnosis and enables orthopedic surgeons to make informed decisions, optimizing patient care.
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Colleen Swank, MD. Chief Medical Officer at St. Mark's Hospital (Salt Lake City): AI and machine learning is a physician trend worth watching. I think today's physicians are sitting at a crossroads where technological advancements can not only improve patient care but also improve physician efficiency and decrease time on tasks such as writing notes and making preauthorization requests. We will see physicians increasingly incorporating AI and machine learning into practices. The physicians and healthcare systems who do this well will see advances in patient care and outcomes and hopefully improvement in physician satisfaction because they are spending more time with the patient and less time on mundane tasks.
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