Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare. In particular, a new form of AI called generative AI (GenAI) is poised to revolutionize how physicians diagnose, treat, and interact with patients. Wolters Kluwer’s survey of U.S. physicians shows that while doctors acknowledge the potential of this technology, they still have valid concerns around trust and transparency. This article by HealthOrbit provides an in-depth look at the survey findings and what they mean for the future of AI in medicine.
Over two-thirds of the doctors surveyed indicate that their opinions about GenAI have shifted to become more positive over the past year. In 2021, many physicians expressed doubts about introducing AI into medical practice. But today 40% say they are ready to use GenAI at the point of care in 2023.
What changed their minds? Primarily, a realization of how GenAI could benefit their practice and patients. The top advantages physicians cited were:
As Dr. Peter Bonis, Chief Medical Officer at Wolters Kluwer Health, notes: “Physicians are open to using generative AI in a clinical setting provided that applications are useful and trustworthy.”
The survey makes it clear – physicians need to trust GenAI before using it. Their top requirements:
Guidelines and policies on GenAI use are still developing. Over a third (37%) of doctors say their organizations currently have no GenAI guidelines. Another 46% don’t know if any exist.
Doctors are appropriately cautious about introducing new clinical technologies. But the survey shows GenAI has won over a majority of physicians, as long as key conditions of trust and transparency are met.
There is a disconnect between doctors and patients on readiness to adopt GenAI. Two-thirds of physicians think patients would be confident in GenAI-generated recommendations. However, just over half of consumers say they would be confident, according to another survey.
And only 21% of doctors believe patients would be concerned about using GenAI diagnostics. Yet when asked directly, 80% of consumers said they would be concerned.
This suggests more education and communication is needed on how GenAI benefits health consumers. As the technology proves itself, patient trust levels may rise. But proactive engagement will ensure GenAI achieves its potential to improve care.
Health technology leaders like Wolters Kluwer Health are taking thoughtful steps to integrate GenAI into clinical settings. Through extensive testing and focus on trust, they aim to provide doctors with AI tools they can rely on.
For instance, Wolters Kluwer recently expanded trials of its AI Labs clinical GenAI solution to 100 U.S. hospitals. AI Labs taps a trusted source – the clinical recommendations in UpToDate – to power its GenAI. This ensures responses are grounded in expert-authored guidelines.
As GenAI evolves, similar diligence to prioritize transparency, quality information, and responsible use will be critical. With this patient-centric approach, GenAI can transform medicine for the better.
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