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Weber S, Wyszynski M, Godefroid M, Plattfaut R, Niehaves B. How do medical professionals make sense (or not) of AI? A social-media-based computational grounded theory study and an online survey. Comput Struct Biotechnol J 2024; 24:146-159. [PMID: 38434249 PMCID: PMC10904922 DOI: 10.1016/j.csbj.2024.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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To investigate opinions and attitudes of medical professionals towards adopting AI-enabled healthcare technologies in their daily business, we used a mixed-methods approach. Study 1 employed a qualitative computational grounded theory approach analyzing 181 Reddit threads in the several subreddits of r/medicine. By utilizing an unsupervised machine learning clustering method, we identified three key themes: (1) consequences of AI, (2) physician-AI relationship, and (3) a proposed way forward. In particular Reddit posts related to the first two themes indicated that the medical professionals' fear of being replaced by AI and skepticism toward AI played a major role in the argumentations. Moreover, the results suggest that this fear is driven by little or moderate knowledge about AI. Posts related to the third theme focused on factual discussions about how AI and medicine have to be designed to become broadly adopted in health care. Study 2 quantitatively examined the relationship between the fear of AI, knowledge about AI, and medical professionals' intention to use AI-enabled technologies in more detail. Results based on a sample of 223 medical professionals who participated in the online survey revealed that the intention to use AI technologies increases with increasing knowledge about AI and that this effect is moderated by the fear of being replaced by AI.
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- Sebastian Weber
- University of Bremen, Digital Public, Bibliothekstr. 1, 28359 Bremen, Germany
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- University of Bremen, Digital Public, Bibliothekstr. 1, 28359 Bremen, Germany
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- University of Siegen, Information Systems, Kohlbettstr. 15, 57072 Siegen, Germany
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- University of Duisburg-Essen, Information Systems and Transformation Management, Universitätsstr. 9, 45141 Essen, Germany
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- University of Bremen, Digital Public, Bibliothekstr. 1, 28359 Bremen, Germany
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Dumitrașcu LM, Lespezeanu DA, Zugravu CA, Constantin C. Perceptions of the Impact of Artificial Intelligence among Internal Medicine Physicians as a Step in Social Responsibility Implementation: A Cross-Sectional Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:1502. [PMID: 39120205 PMCID: PMC11312043 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12151502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 07/16/2024] [Accepted: 07/27/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024] Open
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as an essential tool in healthcare for optimizing healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes. This study is motivated by using AI in healthcare as a step for social responsibility implementation. The research aimed to investigate the attitudes of healthcare professionals on this issue, and it assessed physicians' opinions regarding their perceptions of AI and their intention to use and implement AI tools in their activity. An electronic survey was proposed during February-June 2024 to a sample of healthcare professionals (309 were admitted into the study, 62 males and 247 females, with a mean age of 42). The results of the survey highlighted both groups' excellent perceptions of AI and the low perceived knowledge of AI, which arises from more technical questions. The use of AI in healthcare represents a step for social responsibility implementation; it is an unstoppable process, and stakeholders should take into consideration investing more in monitoring and training activities.
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- Luminița-Mihaela Dumitrașcu
- Department of Accounting and Audit, Faculty of Accounting and Management Information Systems, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010374 Bucharest, Romania
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- Doctoral School, Faculty of Medicine, “Titu Maiorescu” University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania;
- “Ion Pavel” Diabetes Center, National Institute of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases “Prof. Dr. N.C. Paulescu”, 030167 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Nutrition, Hygiene and Ecology, Faculty of Midwifery and Nursing, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania;
- The National Institute of Public Health, National Center of Risk Monitoring for Community, 050463 Bucharest, Romania
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- “Carol Davila” Central Military Emergency University Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania;
- Research Metabolism Center, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
- Faculty of Medicine, “Titu Maiorescu” University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania
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Shawli L, Alsobhi M, Faisal Chevidikunnan M, Rosewilliam S, Basuodan R, Khan F. Physical therapists' perceptions and attitudes towards artificial intelligence in healthcare and rehabilitation: A qualitative study. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2024; 73:103152. [PMID: 39067366 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2024] [Revised: 07/17/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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BACKGROUND Artificial intelligence (AI) is being introduced to rehabilitation practices, and it can optimize the patient's outcome through their ability to design personalized care strategies and interventions. OBJECTIVES To understand the attitudes and perceptions of physical therapy professionals on the use of AI in rehabilitation in regard to treatment planning, diagnosis, outcome prediction, and advantages and disadvantages. DESIGN AND METHODS This paper followed an exploratory, qualitative research design. Semi-structured, one-to-one interviews were conducted with participants of different experience levels and specialties in physical therapy. Results were evaluated using thematic analysis. RESULTS Four themes were identified: (i) perceptions of AI and its applications in healthcare services, (ii) impact on the workforce (iii) considerations around implementing AI within rehabilitation and (iv) AI, and the fast-approaching future. Participants shared views on the potential impact of AI on rehabilitation practices, such as aiding the decision-making process, saving time and effort of both the therapist and patients. Participants have stressed on potential pitfalls that still need to be considered, such as patient data privacy, potential loss of patient-healthcare practitioner relationship, ethical concerns regarding overreliance on these applications and how that might hinder effective patient care. CONCLUSION The findings add to the literature about physical therapists' understanding regarding the use of AI in patient care. Several concerns were raised to the adoption of AI, including concerns about patient privacy, and ethical concerns. Based on the study findings, researchers emphasize the importance of establishing guidelines when incorporating AI in rehabilitation to improve the therapist's knowledge and skills.
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- Lama Shawli
- Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Atalla ADG, El-Ashry AM, Mohamed Sobhi Mohamed S. The moderating role of ethical awareness in the relationship between nurses' artificial intelligence perceptions, attitudes, and innovative work behavior: a cross-sectional study. BMC Nurs 2024; 23:488. [PMID: 39026317 PMCID: PMC11256689 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-024-02143-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing and being integrated into healthcare, potentially revolutionizing patient care and improving outcomes by leveraging large datasets and complex algorithms. AIM Investigate the moderating role of ethical awareness between nurses' artificial intelligence perceptions, attitudes, and innovative work behaviors. DESIGN AND METHODS A cross-sectional descriptive correlational design adhering to STROBE guidelines. A non-probability convenience sample of 415 Alexandria Main University Hospital nurses was analyzed. Statistical methods included one-way ANOVA, the student t-test, and the Pearson coefficient, with results evaluated for significance at the 5% level and internal consistency assessed via Cronbach's α. Linear regression assessed the predicting and moderating effect between ethical awareness, nurses' artificial intelligence perceptions, attitudes, and innovative work behavior. The perceptions of using the Artificial Intelligence Scale, general attitudes towards the Artificial Intelligence Scale, ethical awareness of Using Artificial Intelligence, and the Employee Innovative Behavior Scale were used to respond to the research aim. RESULTS The study revealed that perception of AI use among nurses has a mean score of 50.25 (SD = 3.49), attitudes towards AI have a mean score of 71.40 (SD = 4.98), ethical awareness regarding AI use shows a mean score of 43.85 (SD = 3.39), and nurses innovative behavior exhibits a mean score of 83.63 (SD = 5.22). Attitude and ethical awareness were statistically significant predictors of innovation. Specifically, for every one-unit increase in attitude, innovative work behaviors increase by 1.796 units (p = 0.001), and for every one-unit increase in ethical awareness, innovative work behaviors increase by 2.567 units (p = 0.013). The interaction effects between perception, ethical awareness, attitude, and ethical awareness were also examined. Only the interaction between attitude and ethical awareness was found to be significant (p = 0.002), suggesting that the effect of attitude on innovative work behaviors depends on the level of ethical awareness. In other words, ethical awareness moderates the relationship between attitudes and innovative work behaviors rather than perception and innovation. CONCLUSION There is a statistically significant correlation between attitude, ethical awareness, and creativity, highlighting that ethical awareness moderates the relationship between attitudes and innovative work behaviors. These findings emphasize the importance of ethical awareness in fostering positive attitudes towards AI and enhancing innovative practices in nursing, ultimately contributing to nurses' well-being.
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- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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Wang X, Fei F, Wei J, Huang M, Xiang F, Tu J, Wang Y, Gan J. Knowledge and attitudes toward artificial intelligence in nursing among various categories of professionals in China: a cross-sectional study. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1433252. [PMID: 39015390 PMCID: PMC11250283 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1433252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/18/2024] [Indexed: 07/18/2024] Open
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Objectives The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is an important public health issue. However, few studies have investigated the perceptions and attitudes of healthcare professionals toward its applications in nursing. This study aimed to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and concerns of healthcare professionals, AI-related professionals, and others in China toward AI in nursing. Methods We conducted an online cross-sectional study on nursing students, nurses, other healthcare professionals, AI-related professionals, and others in China between March and April 2024. They were invited to complete a questionnaire containing 21 questions with four sections. The survey followed the principle of voluntary participation and was conducted anonymously. The participants could withdraw from the survey at any time during the study. Results This study obtained 1,243 valid questionnaires. The participants came from 25 provinces and municipalities in seven regions of China. Regarding knowledge of AI in nursing, 57% of the participants knew only a little about AI, 4.7% did not know anything about AI, 64.7% knew only a little about AI in nursing, and 13.4% did not know anything about AI in nursing. For attitudes toward AI in nursing, participants were positive about AI in nursing, with more than 50% agreeing and strongly agreeing with each question on attitudes toward AI in nursing. Differences in the numbers of participants with various categories of professionals regarding knowledge and attitudes toward AI in nursing were statistically significant (p < 0.05). Regarding concerns and ethical issues about AI in nursing, every participant expressed concerns about AI in nursing, and 95.7% of participants believed that it is necessary to strengthen medical ethics toward AI in nursing. Conclusion Nursing students and healthcare professionals lacked knowledge about AI or its application in nursing, but they had a positive attitude toward AI. It is necessary to strengthen medical ethics toward AI in nursing. The study's findings could help develop new strategies benefiting healthcare.
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- Xiaoyan Wang
- School of Nursing, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan Province, China
- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Nursing, First People’s Hospital of Huzhou, Huzhou University, Huzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Nursing, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Affiliated Hospital, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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Jaber Amin MH, Mohamed Elhassan Elmahi MA, Abdelmonim GA, Fadlalmoula GA, Jaber Amin JH, Khalid Alrabee NH, Awad MH, Mohamed Omer ZY, Abu Dayyeh NTI, Hassan Abdalkareem NA, Meisara Seed Ahmed EMO, Hassan Osman HA, Mohamed HAO, Mohamedtoum Babiker AE, Diab Alnour AA, Mohamed Ahmed EA, Elamin Garban EH, Ali Mohammed NS, Mohamed Ahmed KAH, Beig MA, Shafique MA, Mohamed Elhag MG, Elfakey Omer MM, Abuzaid Ali AA, Mohamed Shatir DH, Ali MohamedElhassan HO, Bin Saleh KHA, Ali MB, Elzber Abdalla SS, Alhaj WM, Khalil Mergani ES, Mohammed HH. Knowledge, attitude, and practice of artificial intelligence among medical students in Sudan: a cross-sectional study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2024; 86:3917-3923. [PMID: 38989161 PMCID: PMC11230734 DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000002070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024] Open
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Introduction In this cross-sectional study, the authors explored the knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to artificial intelligence (AI) among medical students in Sudan. With AI increasingly impacting healthcare, understanding its integration into medical education is crucial. This study aimed to assess the current state of AI awareness, perceptions, and practical experiences among medical students in Sudan. The authors aimed to evaluate the extent of AI familiarity among Sudanese medical students by examining their attitudes toward its application in medicine. Additionally, this study seeks to identify the factors influencing knowledge levels and explore the practical implementation of AI in the medical field. Method A web-based survey was distributed to medical students in Sudan via social media platforms and e-mail during October 2023. The survey included questions on demographic information, knowledge of AI, attitudes toward its applications, and practical experiences. The descriptive statistics, χ2 tests, logistic regression, and correlations were analyzed using SPSS version 26.0. Results Out of the 762 participants, the majority exhibited a basic understanding of AI, but detailed knowledge of its applications was limited. Positive attitudes toward the importance of AI in diagnosis, radiology, and pathology were prevalent. However, practical application of these methods was infrequent, with only a minority of the participants having hands-on experience. Factors influencing knowledge included the lack of a formal curriculum and gender disparities. Conclusion This study highlights the need for comprehensive AI education in medical training programs in Sudan. While participants displayed positive attitudes, there was a notable gap in practical experience. Addressing these gaps through targeted educational interventions is crucial for preparing future healthcare professionals to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in medicine. Recommendations Policy efforts should focus on integrating AI education into the medical curriculum to ensure readiness for the technological advancements shaping the future of healthcare.
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Fernandes S, von Gunten A, Verloo H. Using AI-Based Technologies to Help Nurses Detect Behavioral Disorders: Narrative Literature Review. JMIR Nurs 2024; 7:e54496. [PMID: 38805252 PMCID: PMC11167323 DOI: 10.2196/54496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2023] [Revised: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) are common among people with dementia and have multiple negative consequences. Artificial intelligence-based technologies (AITs) have the potential to help nurses in the early prodromal detection of BPSD. Despite significant recent interest in the topic and the increasing number of available appropriate devices, little information is available on using AITs to help nurses striving to detect BPSD early. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to identify the number and characteristics of existing publications on introducing AITs to support nursing interventions to detect and manage BPSD early. METHODS A literature review of publications in the PubMed database referring to AITs and dementia was conducted in September 2023. A detailed analysis sought to identify the characteristics of these publications. The results were reported using a narrative approach. RESULTS A total of 25 publications from 14 countries were identified, with most describing prospective observational studies. We identified three categories of publications on using AITs and they are (1) predicting behaviors and the stages and progression of dementia, (2) screening and assessing clinical symptoms, and (3) managing dementia and BPSD. Most of the publications referred to managing dementia and BPSD. CONCLUSIONS Despite growing interest, most AITs currently in use are designed to support psychosocial approaches to treating and caring for existing clinical signs of BPSD. AITs thus remain undertested and underused for the early and real-time detection of BPSD. They could, nevertheless, provide nurses with accurate, reliable systems for assessing, monitoring, planning, and supporting safe therapeutic interventions.
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- Sofia Fernandes
- School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO), Sion, Switzerland
- Les Maisons de la Providence Nursing Home, Le Châble, Switzerland
- Faculty of Biology and Medicine, Institute of Higher Education and Research in Healthcare, University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Service of Old Age Psychiatry, Lausanne University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO), Sion, Switzerland
- Service of Old Age Psychiatry, Lausanne University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Jebreen K, Radwan E, Kammoun-Rebai W, Alattar E, Radwan A, Safi W, Radwan W, Alajez M. Perceptions of undergraduate medical students on artificial intelligence in medicine: mixed-methods survey study from Palestine. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2024; 24:507. [PMID: 38714993 PMCID: PMC11077786 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-024-05465-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND The current applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine continue to attract the attention of medical students. This study aimed to identify undergraduate medical students' attitudes toward AI in medicine, explore present AI-related training opportunities, investigate the need for AI inclusion in medical curricula, and determine preferred methods for teaching AI curricula. METHODS This study uses a mixed-method cross-sectional design, including a quantitative study and a qualitative study, targeting Palestinian undergraduate medical students in the academic year 2022-2023. In the quantitative part, we recruited a convenience sample of undergraduate medical students from universities in Palestine from June 15, 2022, to May 30, 2023. We collected data by using an online, well-structured, and self-administered questionnaire with 49 items. In the qualitative part, 15 undergraduate medical students were interviewed by trained researchers. Descriptive statistics and an inductive content analysis approach were used to analyze quantitative and qualitative data, respectively. RESULTS From a total of 371 invitations sent, 362 responses were received (response rate = 97.5%), and 349 were included in the analysis. The mean age of participants was 20.38 ± 1.97, with 40.11% (140) in their second year of medical school. Most participants (268, 76.79%) did not receive formal education on AI before or during medical study. About two-thirds of students strongly agreed or agreed that AI would become common in the future (67.9%, 237) and would revolutionize medical fields (68.7%, 240). Participants stated that they had not previously acquired training in the use of AI in medicine during formal medical education (260, 74.5%), confirming a dire need to include AI training in medical curricula (247, 70.8%). Most participants (264, 75.7%) think that learning opportunities for AI in medicine have not been adequate; therefore, it is very important to study more about employing AI in medicine (228, 65.3%). Male students (3.15 ± 0.87) had higher perception scores than female students (2.81 ± 0.86) (p < 0.001). The main themes that resulted from the qualitative analysis of the interview questions were an absence of AI learning opportunities, the necessity of including AI in medical curricula, optimism towards the future of AI in medicine, and expected challenges related to AI in medical fields. CONCLUSION Medical students lack access to educational opportunities for AI in medicine; therefore, AI should be included in formal medical curricula in Palestine.
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- Kamel Jebreen
- Department of Mathematics, Palestine Technical University - Kadoorie, Hebron, Palestine
- Department of Mathematics, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
- Unité de Recherche Clinique Saint-Louis Fernand-Widal Lariboisière, APHP, Paris, France
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Education, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- University College of Applied Sciences - Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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Zarra F, Gandhi DN, Karki A, Chaurasia B. Letter: Chat-GPT on brain tumors: An examination of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning's ability to provide diagnoses and treatment plans for example neuro-oncology cases. Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2024; 240:108270. [PMID: 38604084 DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2024.108270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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- Francisco Zarra
- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Buenos Aires School of Medicine, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery Clinic, Birgunj, Nepal.
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Umer M, Naveed A, Maryam Q, Malik AR, Bashir N, Kandel K. Investigating awareness of artificial intelligence in healthcare among medical students and professionals in Pakistan: a cross-sectional study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2024; 86:2606-2611. [PMID: 38694316 PMCID: PMC11060211 DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000001957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024] Open
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Objective The purpose of this study is to find out the level of awareness and acceptance of artificial intelligence (AI) in Pakistan's medical community so as to comment on its future in our healthcare system. Methods A survey consisting of 15 close-ended questions was conducted. The questions inquired about awareness about AI and discovered the opinions of healthcare professionals regarding its benefits and expected problems. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 26, and descriptive statistics for percentage and frequency were computed. χ2 test was used to analyze the subgroups (Significant p value <0.05). Results A total of 351 participants were included in this study. General familiarity with AI was low. Only 75 (21.3%) participants answered that they had good familiarity with AI, and only 56 (16%) of them had good familiarity with the role of AI in medicine. One hundred sixty-eight (47.9%) participants disagreed that AI would out-compete the physician in the important traits of professionalism. Only 71 (20.2%) participants believed AI to be diagnostically superior to the physician. Two hundred fourteen (61.0%) were worried about completely trusting AI in its decisions, and 204(58.1%) believed that AI systems lacking human traits would not be able to mirror the doctor-patient relationship. Two hundred sixty-one (74.4%) participants believed that AI would be useful in Administrative tasks. A majority, 162 (46.2%), do not believe that AI would replace them. Finally, a huge majority of participants [225 (64.1%)] demanded the integration of AI in Pakistan's healthcare system. Conclusion This study suggests that a majority of healthcare professionals in Pakistan do not believe that they are sufficiently aware of the role of AI in healthcare. This was corroborated by their answers to various questions regarding the capabilities of AI. This study indicates the need for a more comprehensive ascertainment of healthcare professionals' perceptions regarding the role of Artificial Intelligence in medicine and bridging the gap between doctors and technology to further promote a patient-centred approach to medicine.
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Yenikaya MA, Kerse G, Oktaysoy O. Artificial intelligence in the healthcare sector: comparison of deep learning networks using chest X-ray images. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1386110. [PMID: 38660365 PMCID: PMC11039909 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1386110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Purpose Artificial intelligence has led to significant developments in the healthcare sector, as in other sectors and fields. In light of its significance, the present study delves into exploring deep learning, a branch of artificial intelligence. Methods In the study, deep learning networks ResNet101, AlexNet, GoogLeNet, and Xception were considered, and it was aimed to determine the success of these networks in disease diagnosis. For this purpose, a dataset of 1,680 chest X-ray images was utilized, consisting of cases of COVID-19, viral pneumonia, and individuals without these diseases. These images were obtained by employing a rotation method to generate replicated data, wherein a split of 70 and 30% was adopted for training and validation, respectively. Results The analysis findings revealed that the deep learning networks were successful in classifying COVID-19, Viral Pneumonia, and Normal (disease-free) images. Moreover, an examination of the success levels revealed that the ResNet101 deep learning network was more successful than the others with a 96.32% success rate. Conclusion In the study, it was seen that deep learning can be used in disease diagnosis and can help experts in the relevant field, ultimately contributing to healthcare organizations and the practices of country managers.
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- Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Management Information Systems, Kafkas University, Kars, Türkiye
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Serbaya SH, Khan AA, Surbaya SH, Alzahrani SM. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Toward Artificial Intelligence Among Healthcare Workers in Private Polyclinics in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. ADVANCES IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE 2024; 15:269-280. [PMID: 38596622 PMCID: PMC11001543 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s448422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Purpose The objective of our study was to assess awareness, attitudes, and practices regarding artificial intelligence (AI) among healthcare workers in private polyclinics in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods We conducted cross-sectional study among healthcare workers in private clinics in Jeddah. Data was collected using a structured, validated questionnaire in Arabic and English on awareness, attitudes, and behaviors regarding AI. Cronbach's alpha for the questionnaire ranged from 0.6 to 0.8. Descriptive and bivariate analysis was done to assess the scores and their association of various sociodemographic variables with awareness, attitudes, and behaviors regarding AI. Multiple linear regression was performed to predict the scores of awareness, attitudes, and behaviors based on the sociodemographic variables. Results We recruited 361 participants for this study. Approximately, 62% of the healthcare workers were female. The majority (36%) of healthcare workers were nurses, while 25% were physicians. The median awareness, attitude, and behavioral scores were 5/6 (IQR 3-6), 5/8 (IQR 4-7), and 0/3 (IQR 0), respectively. Approximately three-fourths (74%) of the healthcare workers believed that they understood the basic computational principles of AI. Only half of the participants were willing to use AI when making future medical decisions. We found that male healthcare workers had better knowledge scores regarding AI as compared to female healthcare workers (Beta = 0.555, 95%, p value = 0.010), while for attitude scores, being administrative employee as compared to other employees was found to have negative attitude towards AI (Beta = 0.049, 95%, p value = 0.03). Conclusion We found that healthcare workers had an overall good awareness and optimistic attitude toward AI. Despite this, the majority is worried about the potential consequences of replacing their jobs with AI in the future. There is a dire need to educate and sensitize healthcare workers regarding the potential impact of AI on healthcare.
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- Suhail Hasan Serbaya
- Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Saudi Board Program of Preventive Medicine, Makkah Healthcare Cluster, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Inter-Professional Training Director Administration, Makkah Healthcare Cluster, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Inter-professional Training Administration, Makkah Healthcare Cluster, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Eminoğlu A, Çelikkanat Ş. Assessment of the relationship between executive Nurses' leadership Self-Efficacy and medical artificial intelligence readiness. Int J Med Inform 2024; 184:105386. [PMID: 38387197 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2024.105386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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AIMS This study aims to assess the relationship between management nurses' leadership self-efficacy and medical artificial intelligence readiness. METHODS The research was conducted using a descriptive-correlational design. The sample of the study consisted of 196 management nurses working in public, private, and educational research hospitals in Gaziantep, Turkey. The data collection tools included the Personal Information Form, the Leadership Self-Efficacy Scale, and the Medical Artificial Intelligence Readiness Scale. RESULTS The majority of the participants in the research were female (71.4 %), married (80.1 %) and graduates of a bachelor's or higher degree in nursing (74.5 %), had 16 years or more of work experience in the profession (39.3 %), and worked during the day shift (75.5 %). Among the participating management nurses, those who were single had a significantly higher mean score in the cognition subscale and the total score of medical artificial intelligence readiness (p < 0.05). The management nurses working in shifts had significantly higher mean scores in the cognition and ability subscales, as well as the total score of medical artificial intelligence readiness (p < 0.05). The management nurses who received leadership/management-related training after their undergraduate education had a significantly higher mean score in the cognition subscale (p < 0.05). Furthermore, there was a significant relationship (p < 0.05) between leadership self-efficacy, medical artificial intelligence readiness, and their subscales, concerning following and finding artificial intelligence applications useful, as well as informing team members about artificial intelligence applications. CONCLUSIONS In the research, it was determined that the leadership self-efficacy of the manager nurses was at a good level and that their artificial intelligence readiness was at a medium level in terms of cognition, skill, foresight and ethics while presenting their professional knowledge. A positive and significant relationship was found between leadership self-efficacy and medical artificial intelligence readiness.
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- Ayşe Eminoğlu
- Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University of Health Sciences Department of Nursing, Gaziantep, Turkey.
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- Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University of Health Sciences Department of Nursing, Gaziantep, Turkey.
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Heredia-Negrón F, Tosado-Rodríguez EL, Meléndez-Berrios J, Nieves B, Amaya-Ardila CP, Roche-Lima A. Assessing the Impact of AI Education on Hispanic Healthcare Professionals' Perceptions and Knowledge. EDUCATION SCIENCES 2024; 14:339. [PMID: 38818527 PMCID: PMC11138866 DOI: 10.3390/educsci14040339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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This study investigates the awareness and perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) among Hispanic healthcare-related professionals, focusing on integrating AI in healthcare. The study participants were recruited from an asynchronous course offered twice within a year at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus, titled "Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applied to Health Disparities Research", which aimed to bridge the gaps in AI knowledge among participants. The participants were divided into Experimental (n = 32; data-illiterate) and Control (n = 18; data-literate) groups, and pre-test and post-test surveys were administered to assess knowledge and attitudes toward AI. Descriptive statistics, power analysis, and the Mann-Whitney U test were employed to determine the influence of the course on participants' comprehension and perspectives regarding AI. Results indicate significant improvements in knowledge and attitudes among participants, emphasizing the effectiveness of the course in enhancing understanding and fostering positive attitudes toward AI. Findings also reveal limited practical exposure to AI applications, highlighting the need for improved integration into education. This research highlights the significance of educating healthcare professionals about AI to enable its advantageous incorporation into healthcare procedures. The study provides valuable perspectives from a broad spectrum of healthcare workers, serving as a basis for future investigations and educational endeavors aimed at AI implementation in healthcare.
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- Frances Heredia-Negrón
- CCRHD RCMI-Program, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00934, USA
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- CCRHD RCMI-Program, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00934, USA
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- CCRHD RCMI-Program, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00934, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00934, USA
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- CCRHD RCMI-Program, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00934, USA
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Mehmood Qadri H, Bashir M, Khan M, Amir A, Khan AYY, Safdar Z, Chaudhry H, Younas UA, Bashir A. Knowledge, Awareness and Practice of Artificial Intelligence and Types of Realities Among Healthcare Professionals: A Nationwide Survey From Pakistan. Cureus 2024; 16:e57695. [PMID: 38711703 PMCID: PMC11070734 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.57695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
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Background Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, enabling them to perform tasks. The advancements in AI have also improved virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) experience allowing a greater opportunity for use in the field of medicine. Objective To evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practice of AI and types of realities among Pakistani healthcare professionals (HCPs). Materials and methods This was a prospective, nationwide study designed at the Department of Neurosurgery at Punjab Institute of Neurosciences (PINS), Lahore, was conducted between January 2024 to February 2024. More than 500 HCPs were approached, out of which 176 participated in this survey consensually. A pre-formed general questionnaire based on knowledge, attitude and practices of AI and types of realities was modified according to local conditions. Google Forms (Google Inc., USA) was used to conduct the one-time sign up response. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 24, USA) was used to analyze submitted responses. Results About 69.9% respondents were male HCPs. Most of the respondents were from the fields of neurosurgery, medicine and general surgery, i.e., 10.80%, 10.20% and 4%, respectively. More than 90% HCPs used Internet and electronic devices daily. A majority of 62.50% respondents agreed that AI brings benefits for the patients, while at the same time, 45.50% agreed that they would not trust the assessment of AI more than that of HCPs. 61% HCPs feared that AI-based systems could be manipulated from the outside sources, like terrorists and hackers. Although 90% respondents knew the definition of AR and VR, a strikingly low 40% respondents could only identify the practical applications of these realities when asked in a mini-quiz. About 61.40% HCPs never used any AI-based application throughout their clinical practice, but Google Health was used by 29.50% respondents, followed by Remote Patient Monitoring AI application used by 3.4% individuals. Conclusion There is an evident under-utilization of AI and types of realities in clinical practice in Pakistan. Lack of awareness, paucity of resources and conventional clinical practices are the key reasons identified. Pakistan is on the path towards the point where the developed world is currently. There is a potential to move past the initial stages of AI implementation and into more advanced modes of adopting AI and types of realities.
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- Microbiology, New York University, New York, USA
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- Neurological Surgery, Punjab Institute of Neurosciences, Lahore, PAK
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- General Surgery and Surgical Oncology, Shaikh Zayed Medical Complex, Lahore, PAK
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- General Surgery, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Neurological Surgery, Punjab Institute of Neurosciences, Lahore, PAK
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Rony MKK, Kayesh I, Bala SD, Akter F, Parvin MR. Artificial intelligence in future nursing care: Exploring perspectives of nursing professionals - A descriptive qualitative study. Heliyon 2024; 10:e25718. [PMID: 38370178 PMCID: PMC10869862 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e25718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Background The healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a transformative force. In this context, understanding the viewpoints of nursing professionals regarding the integration of AI in future nursing care is crucial. Aims This study aimed to provide insights into the perceptions of nursing professionals regarding the role of AI in shaping the future of healthcare. Methods A cohort of 23 nursing professionals was recruited between April 7, 2023, and May 4, 2023, for this study. Employing a thematic analysis approach, qualitative data from interviews with nursing professionals were analyzed. Verbatim transcripts underwent rigorous coding, and these codes were organized into themes through constant comparative analysis. The themes were refined and developed through the grouping of related codes, ensuring an authentic representation of participants' viewpoints. Results After careful data analysis, ten key themes emerged including: (I) Perceptions of AI readiness; (II) Benefits and concerns; (III) Enhanced patient outcomes; (IV) Collaboration and workflow; (V) Human-tech balance: (VI) Training and skill development; (VII) Ethical and legal considerations; (VIII) AI implementation barriers; (IX) Patient-nurse relationships; (X) Future vision and adaptation. Conclusion This study provides valuable insights into nursing professionals' perspectives on the integration of AI in future nursing care. It highlights their enthusiasm for AI's potential benefits while emphasizing the importance of ethical and compassionate nursing practice. The findings underscore the need for comprehensive training programs to equip nursing professionals with the skills necessary for successful AI integration. Ultimately, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse on the role of AI in nursing, paving the way for a future where innovative technologies complement and enhance the delivery of patient-centered care.
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- Moustaq Karim Khan Rony
- Master of Public Health, Bangladesh Open University, Gazipur, Bangladesh
- Institute of Social Welfare and Research, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Institute of Social Welfare and Research, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Associate Professor, International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Dhaka Nursing College, affiliated with the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Afns Major at Bangladesh Army, Combined Military Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- School of Medical Sciences, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh
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He X, Zheng X, Ding H. Existing Barriers Faced by and Future Design Recommendations for Direct-to-Consumer Health Care Artificial Intelligence Apps: Scoping Review. J Med Internet Res 2023; 25:e50342. [PMID: 38109173 PMCID: PMC10758939 DOI: 10.2196/50342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Direct-to-consumer (DTC) health care artificial intelligence (AI) apps hold the potential to bridge the spatial and temporal disparities in health care resources, but they also come with individual and societal risks due to AI errors. Furthermore, the manner in which consumers interact directly with health care AI is reshaping traditional physician-patient relationships. However, the academic community lacks a systematic comprehension of the research overview for such apps. OBJECTIVE This paper systematically delineated and analyzed the characteristics of included studies, identified existing barriers and design recommendations for DTC health care AI apps mentioned in the literature and also provided a reference for future design and development. METHODS This scoping review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines and was conducted according to Arksey and O'Malley's 5-stage framework. Peer-reviewed papers on DTC health care AI apps published until March 27, 2023, in Web of Science, Scopus, the ACM Digital Library, IEEE Xplore, PubMed, and Google Scholar were included. The papers were analyzed using Braun and Clarke's reflective thematic analysis approach. RESULTS Of the 2898 papers retrieved, 32 (1.1%) covering this emerging field were included. The included papers were recently published (2018-2023), and most (23/32, 72%) were from developed countries. The medical field was mostly general practice (8/32, 25%). In terms of users and functionalities, some apps were designed solely for single-consumer groups (24/32, 75%), offering disease diagnosis (14/32, 44%), health self-management (8/32, 25%), and health care information inquiry (4/32, 13%). Other apps connected to physicians (5/32, 16%), family members (1/32, 3%), nursing staff (1/32, 3%), and health care departments (2/32, 6%), generally to alert these groups to abnormal conditions of consumer users. In addition, 8 barriers and 6 design recommendations related to DTC health care AI apps were identified. Some more subtle obstacles that are particularly worth noting and corresponding design recommendations in consumer-facing health care AI systems, including enhancing human-centered explainability, establishing calibrated trust and addressing overtrust, demonstrating empathy in AI, improving the specialization of consumer-grade products, and expanding the diversity of the test population, were further discussed. CONCLUSIONS The booming DTC health care AI apps present both risks and opportunities, which highlights the need to explore their current status. This paper systematically summarized and sorted the characteristics of the included studies, identified existing barriers faced by, and made future design recommendations for such apps. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to systematically summarize and categorize academic research on these apps. Future studies conducting the design and development of such systems could refer to the results of this study, which is crucial to improve the health care services provided by DTC health care AI apps.
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- Xin He
- School of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- School of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- School of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Doe G, Taylor SJ, Topalovic M, Russell R, Evans RA, Maes J, Van Orshovon K, Sunjaya A, Scott D, Prevost AT, El-Emir E, Harvey J, Hopkinson NS, Kon SS, Patel S, Jarrold I, Spain N, Man WDC, Hutchinson A. Spirometry services in England post-pandemic and the potential role of AI support software: a qualitative study of challenges and opportunities. Br J Gen Pract 2023; 73:e915-e923. [PMID: 37903639 PMCID: PMC10633654 DOI: 10.3399/bjgp.2022.0608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Spirometry services to diagnose and monitor lung disease in primary care were identified as a priority in the NHS Long Term Plan, and are restarting post-COVID-19 pandemic in England; however, evidence regarding best practice is limited. AIM To explore perspectives on spirometry provision in primary care, and the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) decision support software to aid quality and interpretation. DESIGN AND SETTING Semi-structured interviews with stakeholders in spirometry services across England. METHOD Participants were recruited by snowball sampling. Interviews explored the pre- pandemic delivery of spirometry, restarting of services, and perceptions of the role of AI. Transcripts were analysed thematically. RESULTS In total, 28 participants (mean years' clinical experience = 21.6 [standard deviation 9.4, range 3-40]) were interviewed between April and June 2022. Participants included clinicians (n = 25) and commissioners (n = 3); eight held regional and/or national respiratory network advisory roles. Four themes were identified: 1) historical challenges in provision of spirometry services; 2) inequity in post- pandemic spirometry provision and challenges to restarting spirometry in primary care; 3) future delivery closer to patients' homes by appropriately trained staff; and 4) the potential for AI to have supportive roles in spirometry. CONCLUSION Stakeholders highlighted historic challenges and the damaging effects of the pandemic contributing to inequity in provision of spirometry, which must be addressed. Overall, stakeholders were positive about the potential of AI to support clinicians in quality assessment and interpretation of spirometry. However, it was evident that validation of the software must be sufficiently robust for clinicians and healthcare commissioners to have trust in the process.
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- Gillian Doe
- Department of Respiratory Science, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Respiratory Science, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- George Institute for Global Health, UNSW Sydney, Australia; George Institute for Global Health, Imperial College London, London; Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Southampton Health Technology Assessments Centre, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK; Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- Nightingale-Saunders Clinical Trials and Epidemiology Unit, Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care, Policy and Rehabilitation, King's College London, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London; Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, London, UK
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- Harefield Respiratory Research Group, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London; National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London; Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, London, UK
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- Wolfson Palliative Care Research Centre, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Hull, UK
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Shinners L, Aggar C, Stephens A, Grace S. Healthcare professionals' experiences and perceptions of artificial intelligence in regional and rural health districts in Australia. Aust J Rural Health 2023; 31:1203-1213. [PMID: 37795659 DOI: 10.1111/ajr.13045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION A greater understanding of Australian healthcare professionals' perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) is needed to identify the challenges ahead as this new technology finds its way into healthcare delivery. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to identify healthcare professionals' perceptions of AI, their understanding of this technology, their education needs and barriers they perceived to its implementation. DESIGN Healthcare professionals in eight local health districts in New South Wales Australia were surveyed using the Shinners Artificial Intelligence Perception (SHAIP) tool. FINDINGS The study surveyed 176 participants from regional (59.5%), rural (36.4%) and metropolitan (4.0%) healthcare districts in Australia. Only 27% of all participants stated they are currently using AI in the delivery of care. The study found that Age, Discipline, Use of AI and Desire for Education had a significant effect on perceptions of AI, and that overall healthcare professionals believe AI will impact their role and they do not feel prepared for its use. The study showed that understanding of AI is varied and workforce knowledge is seen as the greatest barrier to implementation. More than 75% of healthcare professionals desire education about AI, its application and ethical implications to the delivery of care. CONCLUSION The development of education is needed urgently to prepare healthcare professionals for the implementation of AI.
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- Lucy Shinners
- Southern Cross University, Bilinga, Queensland, Australia
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- Southern Cross University, East Lismore, New South Wales, Australia
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Vo V, Chen G, Aquino YSJ, Carter SM, Do QN, Woode ME. Multi-stakeholder preferences for the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare: A systematic review and thematic analysis. Soc Sci Med 2023; 338:116357. [PMID: 37949020 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2023.116357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Despite the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology over the last decade, clinician, patient, and public perceptions of its use in healthcare raise a number of ethical, legal and social questions. We systematically review the literature on attitudes towards the use of AI in healthcare from patients, the general public and health professionals' perspectives to understand these issues from multiple perspectives. METHODOLOGY A search for original research articles using qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods published between 1 Jan 2001 to 24 Aug 2021 was conducted on six bibliographic databases. Data were extracted and classified into different themes representing views on: (i) knowledge and familiarity of AI, (ii) AI benefits, risks, and challenges, (iii) AI acceptability, (iv) AI development, (v) AI implementation, (vi) AI regulations, and (vii) Human - AI relationship. RESULTS The final search identified 7,490 different records of which 105 publications were selected based on predefined inclusion/exclusion criteria. While the majority of patients, the general public and health professionals generally had a positive attitude towards the use of AI in healthcare, all groups indicated some perceived risks and challenges. Commonly perceived risks included data privacy; reduced professional autonomy; algorithmic bias; healthcare inequities; and greater burnout to acquire AI-related skills. While patients had mixed opinions on whether healthcare workers suffer from job loss due to the use of AI, health professionals strongly indicated that AI would not be able to completely replace them in their professions. Both groups shared similar doubts about AI's ability to deliver empathic care. The need for AI validation, transparency, explainability, and patient and clinical involvement in the development of AI was emphasised. To help successfully implement AI in health care, most participants envisioned that an investment in training and education campaigns was necessary, especially for health professionals. Lack of familiarity, lack of trust, and regulatory uncertainties were identified as factors hindering AI implementation. Regarding AI regulations, key themes included data access and data privacy. While the general public and patients exhibited a willingness to share anonymised data for AI development, there remained concerns about sharing data with insurance or technology companies. One key domain under this theme was the question of who should be held accountable in the case of adverse events arising from using AI. CONCLUSIONS While overall positivity persists in attitudes and preferences toward AI use in healthcare, some prevalent problems require more attention. There is a need to go beyond addressing algorithm-related issues to look at the translation of legislation and guidelines into practice to ensure fairness, accountability, transparency, and ethics in AI.
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- Vinh Vo
- Centre for Health Economics, Monash University, Australia.
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- Centre for Health Economics, Monash University, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Health Engagement, Evidence and Values, School of Health and Soceity, University of Wollongong, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Health Engagement, Evidence and Values, School of Health and Soceity, University of Wollongong, Australia
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- Department of Economics, Monash University, Australia
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- Centre for Health Economics, Monash University, Australia; Monash Data Futures Research Institute, Australia
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Willis K, Chaudhry UAR, Chandrasekaran L, Wahlich C, Olvera-Barrios A, Chambers R, Bolter L, Anderson J, Barman SA, Fajtl J, Welikala R, Egan C, Tufail A, Owen CG, Rudnicka A. What are the perceptions and concerns of people living with diabetes and National Health Service staff around the potential implementation of AI-assisted screening for diabetic eye disease? Development and validation of a survey for use in a secondary care screening setting. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e075558. [PMID: 37968006 PMCID: PMC10660949 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The English National Health Service (NHS) Diabetic Eye Screening Programme (DESP) performs around 2.3 million eye screening appointments annually, generating approximately 13 million retinal images that are graded by humans for the presence or severity of diabetic retinopathy. Previous research has shown that automated retinal image analysis systems, including artificial intelligence (AI), can identify images with no disease from those with diabetic retinopathy as safely and effectively as human graders, and could significantly reduce the workload for human graders. Some algorithms can also determine the level of severity of the retinopathy with similar performance to humans. There is a need to examine perceptions and concerns surrounding AI-assisted eye-screening among people living with diabetes and NHS staff, if AI was to be introduced into the DESP, to identify factors that may influence acceptance of this technology. METHODS AND ANALYSIS People living with diabetes and staff from the North East London (NEL) NHS DESP were invited to participate in two respective focus groups to codesign two online surveys exploring their perceptions and concerns around the potential introduction of AI-assisted screening.Focus group participants were representative of the local population in terms of ages and ethnicity. Participants' feedback was taken into consideration to update surveys which were circulated for further feedback. Surveys will be piloted at the NEL DESP and followed by semistructured interviews to assess accessibility, usability and to validate the surveys.Validated surveys will be distributed by other NHS DESP sites, and also via patient groups on social media, relevant charities and the British Association of Retinal Screeners. Post-survey evaluative interviews will be undertaken among those who consent to participate in further research. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval has been obtained by the NHS Research Ethics Committee (IRAS ID: 316631). Survey results will be shared and discussed with focus groups to facilitate preparation of findings for publication and to inform codesign of outreach activities to address concerns and perceptions identified.
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- Kathryn Willis
- Population Health Research Institute, St George's University of London, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's University of London, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's University of London, London, UK
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- NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Diabetes and Endocrinolgy, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Diabetes and Endocrinolgy, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Diabetes and Endocrinolgy, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- School of Computer Science and Mathematics, Kingston University London, London, UK
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- School of Computer Science and Mathematics, Kingston University London, London, UK
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- School of Computer Science and Mathematics, Kingston University London, London, UK
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- NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's University of London, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's University of London, London, UK
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Alanzi T, Almahdi R, Alghanim D, Almusmili L, Saleh A, Alanazi S, Alshobaki K, Attar R, Al Qunais A, Alzahrani H, Alshehri R, Sulail A, Alblwi A, Alanzi N, Alanzi N. Factors Affecting the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Virtual Assistants for Leukemia Self-Management. Cureus 2023; 15:e49724. [PMID: 38161825 PMCID: PMC10757561 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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AIM AND PURPOSE The purpose of this study is to analyze the various influencing factors affecting the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled virtual assistants (VAs) for self-management of leukemia. METHODS A cross-sectional survey design is adopted in this study. The questionnaire included eight factors (performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, behavioral intention, trust, perceived privacy risk, and personal innovativeness) affecting the acceptance of AI-enabled virtual assistants. A total of 397 leukemia patients participated in the online survey. RESULTS Performance expectancy (μ = 3.14), effort expectancy (μ = 3.05), and personal innovativeness (μ = 3.14) were identified to be the major influencing factors of AI adoption. Statistically significant differences (p < .05) were observed between the gender-based and age groups of the participants in relation to the various factors. In addition, perceived privacy risks were negatively correlated with all other factors. CONCLUSION Although there are negative factors such as privacy risks and ethical issues in AI adoption, perceived effectiveness and ease of use among individuals are leading to greater adoption of AI-enabled VAs.
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- Turki Alanzi
- Department of Health Information Management and Technology, College of Public Health, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Al Baha University, Al Baha, SAU
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- College of Medicine and Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, IRL
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Ibnsina National College of Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Pharmacy, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Mubarraz, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Hematology, Armed Forces Hospital at King Abdulaziz Airbase Dhahran, Dhahran, SAU
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- College of Public Health, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Blood Bank, Regional Laboratory and Blood Banks Arar, Arar, SAU
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jouf University, Jouf, SAU
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Bond A, Mccay K, Lal S. Artificial intelligence & clinical nutrition: What the future might have in store. Clin Nutr ESPEN 2023; 57:542-549. [PMID: 37739704 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnesp.2023.07.082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly emerging technology in healthcare that has the potential to revolutionise clinical nutrition. AI can assist in analysing complex data, interpreting medical images, and providing personalised nutrition interventions for patients. Clinical nutrition is a critical aspect of patient care, and AI can help clinicians make more informed decisions regarding patients' nutritional requirements, disease prevention, and management. AI algorithms can analyse large datasets to identify novel associations between diet and disease outcomes, enabling clinicians to make evidence-based nutritional recommendations. AI-powered devices and applications can also assist in tracking dietary intake, providing feedback, and motivating patients towards healthier food choices. However, the adoption of AI in clinical nutrition raises several ethical and regulatory concerns, such as data privacy and bias. Further research is needed to assess the clinical effectiveness and safety of AI-powered nutrition interventions. In conclusion, AI has the potential to transform clinical nutrition, but its integration into clinical practice should be carefully monitored to ensure patient safety and benefit. This article discusses the current and future applications of AI in clinical nutrition and highlights its potential benefits.
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- Ashley Bond
- Intestinal Failure Unit, Salford Royal Foundation Trust, UK; University of Manchester, Manchester, UK.
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- Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK; Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, Salford Royal Hospital, Salford, UK
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- Intestinal Failure Unit, Salford Royal Foundation Trust, UK; University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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Lammons W, Silkens M, Hunter J, Shah S, Stavropoulou C. Centering Public Perceptions on Translating AI Into Clinical Practice: Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement Consultation Focus Group Study. J Med Internet Res 2023; 25:e49303. [PMID: 37751234 PMCID: PMC10565616 DOI: 10.2196/49303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Artificial intelligence (AI) is widely considered to be the new technical advancement capable of a large-scale modernization of health care. Considering AI's potential impact on the clinician-patient relationship, health care provision, and health care systems more widely, patients and the wider public should be a part of the development, implementation, and embedding of AI applications in health care. Failing to establish patient and public engagement and involvement (PPIE) can limit AI's impact. OBJECTIVE This study aims to (1) understand patients' and the public's perceived benefits and challenges for AI and (2) clarify how to best conduct PPIE in projects on translating AI into clinical practice, given public perceptions of AI. METHODS We conducted this qualitative PPIE focus-group consultation in the United Kingdom. A total of 17 public collaborators representing 7 National Institute of Health and Care Research Applied Research Collaborations across England participated in 1 of 3 web-based semistructured focus group discussions. We explored public collaborators' understandings, experiences, and perceptions of AI applications in health care. Transcripts were coanalyzed iteratively with 2 public coauthors using thematic analysis. RESULTS We identified 3 primary deductive themes with 7 corresponding inductive subthemes. Primary theme 1, advantages of implementing AI in health care, had 2 subthemes: system improvements and improve quality of patient care and shared decision-making. Primary theme 2, challenges of implementing AI in health care, had 3 subthemes: challenges with security, bias, and access; public misunderstanding of AI; and lack of human touch in care and decision-making. Primary theme 3, recommendations on PPIE for AI in health care, had 2 subthemes: experience, empowerment, and raising awareness; and acknowledging and supporting diversity in PPIE. CONCLUSIONS Patients and the public can bring unique perspectives on the development, implementation, and embedding of AI in health care. Early PPIE is therefore crucial not only to safeguard patients but also to increase the chances of acceptance of AI by the public and the impact AI can make in terms of outcomes.
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- William Lammons
- National Institute of Health and Care Research, Applied Research Collaboration North Thames, Department of Applied Health Research, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Centre for Healthcare Innovation Research, City University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- Public co-author, National Institute of Health and Care Research, Applied Research Collaboration North West Coast, Department of Health Services Research, The University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Public co-author, National Institute of Health and Care Research, Applied Research Collaboration North Thames, Department of Applied Health Research, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Centre for Healthcare Innovation Research, City University of London, London, United Kingdom
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Pedro AR, Dias MB, Laranjo L, Cunha AS, Cordeiro JV. Artificial intelligence in medicine: A comprehensive survey of medical doctor's perspectives in Portugal. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0290613. [PMID: 37676884 PMCID: PMC10484446 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0290613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023] Open
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly influential across various sectors, including healthcare, with the potential to revolutionize clinical practice. However, risks associated with AI adoption in medicine have also been identified. Despite the general understanding that AI will impact healthcare, studies that assess the perceptions of medical doctors about AI use in medicine are still scarce. We set out to survey the medical doctors licensed to practice medicine in Portugal about the impact, advantages, and disadvantages of AI adoption in clinical practice. We designed an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach and developed an online survey which addressed the following aspects: impact on healthcare quality of the extraction and processing of health data via AI; delegation of clinical procedures on AI tools; perception of the impact of AI in clinical practice; perceived advantages of using AI in clinical practice; perceived disadvantages of using AI in clinical practice and predisposition to adopt AI in professional activity. Our sample was also subject to demographic, professional and digital use and proficiency characterization. We obtained 1013 valid, fully answered questionnaires (sample representativeness of 99%, confidence level (p< 0.01), for the total universe of medical doctors licensed to practice in Portugal). Our results reveal that, in general terms, the medical community surveyed is optimistic about AI use in medicine and are predisposed to adopt it while still aware of some disadvantages and challenges to AI use in healthcare. Most medical doctors surveyed are also convinced that AI should be part of medical formation. These findings contribute to facilitating the professional integration of AI in medical practice in Portugal, aiding the seamless integration of AI into clinical workflows by leveraging its perceived strengths according to healthcare professionals. This study identifies challenges such as gaps in medical curricula, which hinder the adoption of AI applications due to inadequate digital health training. Due to high professional integration in the healthcare sector, particularly within the European Union, our results are also relevant for other jurisdictions and across diverse healthcare systems.
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- Ana Rita Pedro
- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia
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- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- CICS.NOVA Interdisciplinary Center of Social Sciences, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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Taskiran N. Effect of Artificial Intelligence Course in Nursing on Students' Medical Artificial Intelligence Readiness: A Comparative Quasi-Experimental Study. Nurse Educ 2023; 48:E147-E152. [PMID: 37133231 DOI: 10.1097/nne.0000000000001446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND It is predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will transform nursing across all domains of nursing practice, including administration, clinical care, education, policy, and research. PURPOSE This study examined the impact of an AI course in the nursing curriculum on students' medical AI readiness. DESIGN AND METHODS This comparative quasi-experimental study was conducted with a total of 300 3rd-year nursing students, 129 in the control group and 171 in the experimental group. Students in the experimental group received 28 hours of AI training. The students in the control group were not given any training. Data were collected by a socio-demographic form and the Medical Artificial Intelligence Readiness Scale. RESULTS An AI course should be included in the nursing curriculum, according to 67.8% of students in the experimental group and 57.4% of students in the control group. The mean score of the experimental group on medical AI readiness was higher ( P < .05) and the effect size of the course on readiness was -0.29. CONCLUSIONS An AI nursing course positively affects students' readiness for medical AI.
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- Nihal Taskiran
- Assistant Professor, Department of Fundamentals of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Aydın, Turkey
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Shamszare H, Choudhury A. Clinicians' Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence: Focus on Workload, Risk, Trust, Clinical Decision Making, and Clinical Integration. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2308. [PMID: 37628506 PMCID: PMC10454426 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11162308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Artificial intelligence (AI) offers the potential to revolutionize healthcare, from improving diagnoses to patient safety. However, many healthcare practitioners are hesitant to adopt AI technologies fully. To understand why, this research explored clinicians' views on AI, especially their level of trust, their concerns about potential risks, and how they believe AI might affect their day-to-day workload. We surveyed 265 healthcare professionals from various specialties in the U.S. The survey aimed to understand their perceptions and any concerns they might have about AI in their clinical practice. We further examined how these perceptions might align with three hypothetical approaches to integrating AI into healthcare: no integration, sequential (step-by-step) integration, and parallel (side-by-side with current practices) integration. The results reveal that clinicians who view AI as a workload reducer are more inclined to trust it and are more likely to use it in clinical decision making. However, those perceiving higher risks with AI are less inclined to adopt it in decision making. While the role of clinical experience was found to be statistically insignificant in influencing trust in AI and AI-driven decision making, further research might explore other potential moderating variables, such as technical aptitude, previous exposure to AI, or the specific medical specialty of the clinician. By evaluating three hypothetical scenarios of AI integration in healthcare, our study elucidates the potential pitfalls of sequential AI integration and the comparative advantages of parallel integration. In conclusion, this study underscores the necessity of strategic AI integration into healthcare. AI should be perceived as a supportive tool rather than an intrusive entity, augmenting the clinicians' skills and facilitating their workflow rather than disrupting it. As we move towards an increasingly digitized future in healthcare, comprehending the among AI technology, clinician perception, trust, and decision making is fundamental.
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- Industrial and Management Systems Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA;
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Elnaggar M, Alharbi ZA, Alanazi AM, Alsaiari SO, Alhemaidani AM, Alanazi SF, Alanazi MM. Assessment of the Perception and Worries of Saudi Healthcare Providers About the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Saudi Health Facilities. Cureus 2023; 15:e42858. [PMID: 37664374 PMCID: PMC10473439 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Objective This study is aimed at assessing the perception and worries of Saudi healthcare providers about the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in Saudi healthcare facilities. Methods The study adopted a cross-sectional study involving 1026 Saudi healthcare providers between January 2023 and April 2023. The target population was healthcare providers across Saudi health facilities. Online questionnaires were administered through social media platforms. Data were analyzed using SPSS Statistics, version 26.0 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY) to obtain important insights. Results The results of this study indicated that more than half (55.2%) of the respondents had good knowledge of AI, with (48.1%) of them being familiar with the application of AI in their specialty. A good proportion of the participants (57.9%) knew at least one term about the difference between machine learning and deep learning. More than half (69.9%) of the participants indicated that they had at one point in time used speech recognition or transcription application in their work. A large section (73.3%) of healthcare providers believed that AI would replace them at their job. A vast majority (84.9%) of the participants agreed that collaboration between medical schools with engineering and computer science faculties could be a game changer to provide a road for incorporating AI into medical curricula. The mean perception of AI in this study was 37.6 (SD=8.41; range 0-241). Age, level of health, health profession, and working experience all significantly impacted the positive perception score (p=0.021; p=0.031; p=0.041; p=0.026). However, there was no significant association between gender, nationality, and Saudi regions with a mean positive perception score. Conclusion There was a positive perception of AI among Saudi healthcare providers. Even though a substantial majority of Saudi healthcare providers were worried that AI would replace their jobs, the study revealed that AI serves as a crucial practitioner's tool rather than a physician's replacement.
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- Marwa Elnaggar
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakakah, SAU
- Department of Medical Education, College of Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, EGY
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Kamal AH, Zakaria OM, Majzoub RA, Nasir EWF. Artificial intelligence in orthopedics: A qualitative exploration of the surgeon perspective. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34071. [PMID: 37327255 PMCID: PMC10270518 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023] Open
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is currently integrated into many medical services. AI is utilized in many aspects of orthopedic surgery. The scope ranges from diagnosis to complex surgery. To evaluate the perceptions, attitudes, and interests of Sudanese orthopedic surgeons regarding the different applications of AI in orthopedic surgery. This qualitative questionnaire-based study was conducted through an anonymous electronic survey using Google Forms distributed among Sudanese orthopedic surgeons. The questionnaire entailed 4 sections. The first section included the participants' demographic data. The remaining 3 sections included questions for the assessment of the perception, attitude, and interest of surgeons toward (AI). The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were tested and piloted before the final dissemination. One hundred twenty-nine surgeons responded to the questionnaires. Most respondents needed to be more aware of the basic concepts of AI. However, most respondents were aware of its use in spinal and joint replacement surgeries. Most respondents had doubts regarding the safety of (AI). However, they were highly interested in utilizing (AI) in many orthopedic surgical aspects. Orthopedic surgery is a rapidly evolving branch of surgery that involves adoption of new technologies. Therefore, orthopedic surgeons should be encouraged to enroll in research activities to generate more studies and reviews to assess the usefulness and safety of emerging technologies.
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- Ahmed Hassan Kamal
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Public Health & Biostatics, College of Dentistry, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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While A. Digital health and technologies. Br J Community Nurs 2023; 28:120-126. [PMID: 36853897 DOI: 10.12968/bjcn.2023.28.3.120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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Digital health was given impetus by the COVID-19 pandemic and demonstrated its potential for the delivery of safe care in the community. Remote monitoring and virtual wards are becoming mainstreamed across the UK. Artificial intelligence (AI) software has the potential to transform healthcare delivery but its trustworthiness is a key challenge. Positive staff attitudes towards digital health and new ways of working require staff education and engagement. Continued attention is required to meet the needs of those without access to digital technology and its use.
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- Alison While
- Emeritus Professor of Community Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, King's College, London and Midwifery and Fellow of the Queen's Nursing Institute
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Early user experience and lessons learned using ultra-portable digital X-ray with computer-aided detection (DXR-CAD) products: A qualitative study from the perspective of healthcare providers. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0277843. [PMID: 36827323 PMCID: PMC9956045 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0277843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Recent technological and radiological advances have renewed interest in using X-rays to screen and triage people with tuberculosis (TB). The miniaturization of digital X-ray (DXR), combined with automatic interpretation using computer-aided detection (CAD) software can extend the reach of DXR screening interventions for TB. This qualitative study assessed early implementers' experiences and lessons learned when using ultra-portable (UP) DXR systems integrated with CAD software to screen and triage TB. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with project staff and healthcare workers at six pilot sites. Transcripts were coded and analyzed using a framework approach. The themes that emerged were subsequently organized and presented using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). RESULTS There were 26 interviewees with varying roles: supervisory, clinicians, radiographers, and radiologists. Participants recognized the portability as the main advantage, but criticize that it involves several compromises on throughput, internet dependence, manoeuvrability, and stability, as well as suitability for patients with larger body sizes. Furthermore, compared to using hardware and software from the same supplier and without digital health information systems, complexity increases with interoperability between hardware and software, and between different electronic health information systems. Currently, there is a limited capacity to implement these technologies, especially due to the need for threshold selection, and lack of guidance on radiation protection suitable for UP DXR machines. Finally, the respondents stressed the importance of having protected means of sharing patient medical data, as well as comprehensive support and warranty plans. CONCLUSION Study findings suggest that UP DXR with CAD was overall well received to decentralize radiological assessment for TB, however, the improved portability involved programmatic compromises. The main barriers to uptake included insufficient capacity and lack of guidance on radiation protection suitable for UP DXR.
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AlZaabi A, AlMaskari S, AalAbdulsalam A. Are physicians and medical students ready for artificial intelligence applications in healthcare? Digit Health 2023; 9:20552076231152167. [PMID: 36762024 PMCID: PMC9903019 DOI: 10.1177/20552076231152167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Background Artificial intelligence (AI) Healthcare applications are listed in the national visions of some Gulf Cooperation Council countries. A successful use of AI depends on the attitude and perception of medical experts of its applications. Objective To evaluate physicians and medical students' attitude and perception on AI applications in healthcare. Method A web-based survey was disseminated by email to physicians and medical students. Results A total of 293 (82 physicians and 211 medical students) individuals have participated (response rate is 27%). Seven participants (9%) reported knowing nothing about AI, while 208 (69%) were aware that it is an emerging field and would like to learn about it. Concerns about AI impact on physicians' employability were not prominent. Instead, the majority (n=159) agreed that new positions will be created and the job market for those who embrace AI will increase. They reported willingness to adapt AI in practice if it was incorporated in international guidelines (30.5%), published in respected scientific journals (17.1%), or included in formal training (12.2%). Almost two of the three participants agreed that dedicated courses will help them to implement AI. The most commonly reported problem of AI is its inability to provide opinions in unexpected scenarios. Half of the participants think that both the manufacturer and physicians should be legally liable for medical errors occur due to AI-based decision support tools while more than one-third (36.77%) think that physicians who make the final decision should be legally liable. Senior physicians were found to be less familiar with AI and more concerned about physicians' legal liability in case of a medical error. Conclusion Physicians and medical students showed positive attitudes and willingness to learn about AI applications in healthcare. Introducing AI learning objectives or short courses in medical curriculum would help to equip physicians with the needed skills for AI-augmented healthcare system.
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- Adhari AlZaabi
- Human and Clinical Anatomy Department, College of Medicine and Health Science, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman,Adhari AlZaabi, Human and Clinical Anatomy Department, College of Medicine and Health Science, Alkhodh, P.O 123, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
Abdulrahman AalAbdulsalam, College of Science, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
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- Human and Clinical Anatomy Department, College of Medicine and Health Science, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
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York TJ, Raj S, Ashdown T, Jones G. Clinician and computer: a study on doctors' perceptions of artificial intelligence in skeletal radiography. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2023; 23:16. [PMID: 36627640 PMCID: PMC9830124 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-022-03976-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Traumatic musculoskeletal injuries are a common presentation to emergency care, the first-line investigation often being plain radiography. The interpretation of this imaging frequently falls to less experienced clinicians despite well-established challenges in reporting. This study presents novel data of clinicians' confidence in interpreting trauma radiographs, their perception of AI in healthcare, and their support for the development of systems applied to skeletal radiography. METHODS A novel questionnaire was distributed through a network of collaborators to clinicians across the Southeast of England. Over a three-month period, responses were compiled into a database before undergoing statistical review. RESULTS The responses of 297 participants were included. The mean self-assessed knowledge of AI in healthcare was 3.68 out of ten, with significantly higher knowledge reported by the most senior doctors (Specialty Trainee/Specialty Registrar or above = 4.88). 13.8% of participants reported an awareness of AI in their clinical practice. Overall, participants indicated substantial favourability towards AI in healthcare (7.87) and in AI applied to skeletal radiography (7.75). There was a preference for a hypothetical system indicating positive findings rather than ruling as negative (7.26 vs 6.20). CONCLUSIONS This study identifies clear support, amongst a cross section of student and qualified doctors, for both the general use of AI technology in healthcare and in its application to skeletal radiography for trauma. The development of systems to address this demand appear well founded and popular. The engagement of a small but reticent minority should be sought, along with improving the wider education of doctors on AI.
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- Thomas James York
- Alexander Fleming Building, Imperial College London, South Kensington Campus, London, UK.
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- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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Alsobhi M, Sachdev HS, Chevidikunnan MF, Basuodan R, K U DK, Khan F. Facilitators and Barriers of Artificial Intelligence Applications in Rehabilitation: A Mixed-Method Approach. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:15919. [PMID: 36497993 PMCID: PMC9737928 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192315919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has been used in physical therapy diagnosis and management for various impairments. Physical therapists (PTs) need to be able to utilize the latest innovative treatment techniques to improve the quality of care. The study aimed to describe PTs' views on AI and investigate multiple factors as indicators of AI knowledge, attitude, and adoption among PTs. Moreover, the study aimed to identify the barriers to using AI in rehabilitation. Two hundred and thirty-six PTs participated voluntarily in the study. A concurrent mixed-method design was used to document PTs' opinions regarding AI deployment in rehabilitation. A self-administered survey consisting of several aspects, including demographic, knowledge, uses, advantages, impacts, and barriers limiting AI utilization in rehabilitation, was used. A total of 63.3% of PTs reported that they had not experienced any kind of AI applications at work. The major factors predicting a higher level of AI knowledge among PTs were being a non-academic worker (OR = 1.77 [95% CI; 1.01 to 3.12], p = 0.04), being a senior PT (OR = 2.44, [95%CI: 1.40 to 4.22], p = 0.002), and having a Master/Doctorate degree (OR = 1.97, [95%CI: 1.11 to 3.50], p = 0.02). However, the cost and resources of AI were the major reported barriers to adopting AI-based technologies. The study highlighted a remarkable dearth of AI knowledge among PTs. AI and advanced knowledge in technology need to be urgently transferred to PTs.
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- Mashael Alsobhi
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 22252, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neurology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110029, India
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 22252, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Nitte Institute of Physiotherapy, Nitte University, Deralaktte, Mangalore 575022, India
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 22252, Saudi Arabia
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Gao Z, Huang Y, Yao F, Zhou Z. Public awareness and attitudes toward biobank and sample donation: A regional Chinese survey. Front Public Health 2022; 10:1025775. [PMID: 36504979 PMCID: PMC9727410 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1025775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The biobank is an extraordinary aid to research and scientific progress. Public involvement in biobanks, necessary for their development, is limited due to inadequate knowledge of biobanking and concerns about sample donation. This study explores the effectiveness of different publicity methods in improving participants' willingness to donate, and assesses public motivations and concerns. It aims to identify an efficient method of improving participants' awareness of biobanking and promoting sample donation. Methods A structured 20-item questionnaire was formulated to evaluate participants' knowledge of and attitudes toward biobanks and sample donation. In total, 1,500 questionnaires were disseminated to three groups of 500 participants who received, respectively, picture-based promotional material, text-based promotional material, or who attended a biobank-related lecture. Of these, 945 completed questionnaires were received. All the participants completed the questionnaires twice, before and after the corresponding publicity education. Results After each of the three methods of publicity based on text, pictures and a lecture, respondents' willingness to donate samples was significantly increased (P < 0.001), the lecture being more effective than the other two methods (P = 0.001). Participants with a medical background were more willing to donate biospecimens after publicity than those without medical backgrounds (P < 0.005) but had common motivations for donation including altruism and aiding medical research. The main concern hindering respondents' willingness to donate was the security of personal information. Conclusion Different types of biobank-related publicity based on text material, pictorial material and a lecture all improved respondents' willingness to donate and reduced concerns regarding sample donation. Medical background was a critical factor affecting attitudes toward sample donation after publicity. The results of this study suggest strategies that may popularize biobanks and enhance sample donation, further promoting the development of biobanks.
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- Zhaolin Gao
- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Central South University, Changsha, China,Hunan Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Center for Experimental Medicine, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Hangzhou, China,Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Ziyu Zhou
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Couture V, Roy MC, Dez E, Laperle S, Bélisle-Pipon JC. Ethical Implications of Artificial Intelligence in Population Health and the Public’s Role in its Governance: Perspectives from a Citizen and Expert Panel (Preprint). J Med Internet Res 2022; 25:e44357. [PMID: 37104026 PMCID: PMC10176139 DOI: 10.2196/44357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are widely used in the health care sector. Mainly applied for individualized care, AI is increasingly aimed at population health. This raises important ethical considerations but also calls for responsible governance, considering that this will affect the population. However, the literature points to a lack of citizen participation in the governance of AI in health. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate the governance of the ethical and societal implications of AI in population health. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore the perspectives and attitudes of citizens and experts regarding the ethics of AI in population health, the engagement of citizens in AI governance, and the potential of a digital app to foster citizen engagement. METHODS We recruited a panel of 21 citizens and experts. Using a web-based survey, we explored their perspectives and attitudes on the ethical issues of AI in population health, the relative role of citizens and other actors in AI governance, and the ways in which citizens can be supported to participate in AI governance through a digital app. The responses of the participants were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. RESULTS According to the participants, AI is perceived to be already present in population health and its benefits are regarded positively, but there is a consensus that AI has substantial societal implications. The participants also showed a high level of agreement toward involving citizens into AI governance. They highlighted the aspects to be considered in the creation of a digital app to foster this involvement. They recognized the importance of creating an app that is both accessible and transparent. CONCLUSIONS These results offer avenues for the development of a digital app to raise awareness, to survey, and to support citizens' decision-making regarding the ethical, legal, and social issues of AI in population health.
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- School of Research, Sciences Po Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Linguistics, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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van der Zander QEW, van der Ende-van Loon MCM, Janssen JMM, Winkens B, van der Sommen F, Masclee AAM, Schoon EJ. Artificial intelligence in (gastrointestinal) healthcare: patients' and physicians' perspectives. Sci Rep 2022; 12:16779. [PMID: 36202957 PMCID: PMC9537305 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-20958-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is entering into daily life and has the potential to play a significant role in healthcare. Aim was to investigate the perspectives (knowledge, experience, and opinion) on AI in healthcare among patients with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, gastroenterologists, and GI-fellows. In this prospective questionnaire study 377 GI-patients, 35 gastroenterologists, and 45 GI-fellows participated. Of GI-patients, 62.5% reported to be familiar with AI and 25.0% of GI-physicians had work-related experience with AI. GI-patients preferred their physicians to use AI (mean 3.9) and GI-physicians were willing to use AI (mean 4.4, on 5-point Likert-scale). More GI-physicians believed in an increase in quality of care (81.3%) than GI-patients (64.9%, χ2(2) = 8.2, p = 0.017). GI-fellows expected AI implementation within 6.0 years, gastroenterologists within 4.2 years (t(76) = − 2.6, p = 0.011), and GI-patients within 6.1 years (t(193) = − 2.0, p = 0.047). GI-patients and GI-physicians agreed on the most important advantages of AI in healthcare: improving quality of care, time saving, and faster diagnostics and shorter waiting times. The most important disadvantage for GI-patients was the potential loss of personal contact, for GI-physicians this was insufficiently developed IT infrastructures. GI-patients and GI-physicians hold positive perspectives towards AI in healthcare. Patients were significantly more reserved compared to GI-fellows and GI-fellows were more reserved compared to gastroenterologists.
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- Quirine E W van der Zander
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands. .,GROW, School for Oncology and Reproduction, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- GROW, School for Oncology and Reproduction, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Methodology and Statistics, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,CAPHRI, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- GROW, School for Oncology and Reproduction, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Catharina Hospital Eindhoven, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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Terry AL, Kueper JK, Beleno R, Brown JB, Cejic S, Dang J, Leger D, McKay S, Meredith L, Pinto AD, Ryan BL, Stewart M, Zwarenstein M, Lizotte DJ. Is primary health care ready for artificial intelligence? What do primary health care stakeholders say? BMC Med Inform Decis Mak 2022; 22:237. [PMID: 36085203 PMCID: PMC9461192 DOI: 10.1186/s12911-022-01984-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Effective deployment of AI tools in primary health care requires the engagement of practitioners in the development and testing of these tools, and a match between the resulting AI tools and clinical/system needs in primary health care. To set the stage for these developments, we must gain a more in-depth understanding of the views of practitioners and decision-makers about the use of AI in primary health care. The objective of this study was to identify key issues regarding the use of AI tools in primary health care by exploring the views of primary health care and digital health stakeholders.
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This study utilized a descriptive qualitative approach, including thematic data analysis. Fourteen in-depth interviews were conducted with primary health care and digital health stakeholders in Ontario. NVivo software was utilized in the coding of the interviews.
Results
Five main interconnected themes emerged: (1) Mismatch Between Envisioned Uses and Current Reality—denoting the importance of potential applications of AI in primary health care practice, with a recognition of the current reality characterized by a lack of available tools; (2) Mechanics of AI Don’t Matter: Just Another Tool in the Toolbox– reflecting an interest in what value AI tools could bring to practice, rather than concern with the mechanics of the AI tools themselves; (3) AI in Practice: A Double-Edged Sword—the possible benefits of AI use in primary health care contrasted with fundamental concern about the possible threats posed by AI in terms of clinical skills and capacity, mistakes, and loss of control; (4) The Non-Starters: A Guarded Stance Regarding AI Adoption in Primary Health Care—broader concerns centred on the ethical, legal, and social implications of AI use in primary health care; and (5) Necessary Elements: Facilitators of AI in Primary Health Care—elements required to support the uptake of AI tools, including co-creation, availability and use of high quality data, and the need for evaluation.
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The use of AI in primary health care may have a positive impact, but many factors need to be considered regarding its implementation. This study may help to inform the development and deployment of AI tools in primary health care.
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Li B, de Mestral C, Mamdani M, Al-Omran M. Perceptions of Canadian vascular surgeons toward artificial intelligence and machine learning. J Vasc Surg Cases Innov Tech 2022; 8:466-472. [PMID: 36016703 PMCID: PMC9396444 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvscit.2022.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are rapidly advancing fields with increasing utility in health care. We conducted a survey to determine the perceptions of Canadian vascular surgeons toward AI/ML. Methods An online questionnaire was distributed to 162 members of the Canadian Society for Vascular Surgery. Self-reported knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions with respect to potential applications, limitations, and facilitators of AI/ML were assessed. Results Overall, 50 of the 162 Canadian vascular surgeons (31%) responded to the survey. Most respondents were aged 30 to 59 years (72%), male (80%), and White (67%) and practiced in academic settings (72%). One half of the participants reported that their knowledge of AI/ML was poor or very poor. Most were excited or very excited about AI/ML (66%) and were interested or very interested in learning more about the field (83.7%). The respondents believed that AI/ML would be useful or very useful for diagnosis (62%), prognosis (72%), patient selection (56%), image analysis (64%), intraoperative guidance (52%), research (88%), and education (80%). The limitations that the participants were most concerned about were errors leading to patient harm (42%), bias based on patient demographics (42%), and lack of clinician knowledge and skills in AI/ML (40%). Most were not concerned or were mildly concerned about job replacement (86%). The factors that were most important to encouraging clinicians to use AI/ML models were improvements in efficiency (88%), accurate predictions (84%), and ease of use (84%). The comments from respondents focused on the pressing need for the implementation of AI/ML in vascular surgery owing to the potential to improve care delivery. Conclusions Canadian vascular surgeons have positive views on AI/ML and believe this technology can be applied to multiple aspects of the specialty to improve patient care, research, and education. Current self-reported knowledge is poor, although interest was expressed in learning more about the field. The facilitators and barriers to the effective use of AI/ML identified in the present study can guide future development of these tools in vascular surgery.
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Currie G, Nelson T, Hewis J, Chandler A, Spuur K, Nabasenja C, Thomas C, Wheat J. Australian perspectives on artificial intelligence in medical imaging. J Med Radiat Sci 2022; 69:282-292. [PMID: 35429129 PMCID: PMC9442287 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Revised: 02/03/2022] [Accepted: 03/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION While artificial intelligence (AI) and recent developments in deep learning (DL) have sparked interest in medical imaging, there has been little commentary on the impact of AI on imaging technologists. The aim of this survey was to understand the attitudes, applications and concerns among nuclear medicine and radiography professionals in Australia with regard to the rapidly emerging applications of AI. METHODS An anonymous online survey with invitation to participate was circulated to nuclear medicine and radiography members of the Rural Alliance in Nuclear Scintigraphy and the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy. The survey invitations were sent to members via email and as a push via social media with the survey open for 10 weeks. All information collected was anonymised and there is no disclosure of personal information as it was de-identified from commencement. RESULTS Among the 102 respondents, there was a high level of acceptance of lower order tasks (e.g. patient registration, triaging and dispensing) and less acceptance of high order task automation (e.g. surgery and interpretation). There was a low priority perception for the role of AI in higher order tasks (e.g. diagnosis, interpretation and decision making) and high priority for those applications that automate complex tasks (e.g. quantitation, segmentation, reconstruction) or improve image quality (e.g. dose / noise reduction and pseudo CT for attenuation correction). Medico-legal, ethical, diversity and privacy issues posed moderate or high concern while there appeared to be no concern regarding AI being clinically useful and improving efficiency. Mild concerns included redundancy, training bias, transparency and validity. CONCLUSION Australian nuclear medicine technologists and radiographers recognise important applications of AI for assisting with repetitive tasks, performing less complex tasks and enhancing the quality of outputs in medical imaging. There are concerns relating to ethical aspects of algorithm development and implementation.
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- Geoffrey Currie
- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityWagga WaggaAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityPort MacquarieAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityPort MacquarieAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityPort MacquarieAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityWagga WaggaAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityPort MacquarieAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityWagga WaggaAustralia
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- School of Dentistry & Medical SciencesCharles Sturt UniversityWagga WaggaAustralia
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Chen M, Zhang B, Cai Z, Seery S, Gonzalez MJ, Ali NM, Ren R, Qiao Y, Xue P, Jiang Y. Acceptance of clinical artificial intelligence among physicians and medical students: A systematic review with cross-sectional survey. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:990604. [PMID: 36117979 PMCID: PMC9472134 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.990604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Artificial intelligence (AI) needs to be accepted and understood by physicians and medical students, but few have systematically assessed their attitudes. We investigated clinical AI acceptance among physicians and medical students around the world to provide implementation guidance. Materials and methods We conducted a two-stage study, involving a foundational systematic review of physician and medical student acceptance of clinical AI. This enabled us to design a suitable web-based questionnaire which was then distributed among practitioners and trainees around the world. Results Sixty studies were included in this systematic review, and 758 respondents from 39 countries completed the online questionnaire. Five (62.50%) of eight studies reported 65% or higher awareness regarding the application of clinical AI. Although, only 10–30% had actually used AI and 26 (74.28%) of 35 studies suggested there was a lack of AI knowledge. Our questionnaire uncovered 38% awareness rate and 20% utility rate of clinical AI, although 53% lacked basic knowledge of clinical AI. Forty-five studies mentioned attitudes toward clinical AI, and over 60% from 38 (84.44%) studies were positive about AI, although they were also concerned about the potential for unpredictable, incorrect results. Seventy-seven percent were optimistic about the prospect of clinical AI. The support rate for the statement that AI could replace physicians ranged from 6 to 78% across 40 studies which mentioned this topic. Five studies recommended that efforts should be made to increase collaboration. Our questionnaire showed 68% disagreed that AI would become a surrogate physician, but believed it should assist in clinical decision-making. Participants with different identities, experience and from different countries hold similar but subtly different attitudes. Conclusion Most physicians and medical students appear aware of the increasing application of clinical AI, but lack practical experience and related knowledge. Overall, participants have positive but reserved attitudes about AI. In spite of the mixed opinions around clinical AI becoming a surrogate physician, there was a consensus that collaborations between the two should be strengthened. Further education should be conducted to alleviate anxieties associated with change and adopting new technologies.
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- Mingyang Chen
- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, Division of Health Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom
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- The First Affiliated Hospital, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Global Health Research Center, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- School of Population Medicine and Public Health, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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A Survey on the Use of Artificial Intelligence by Clinicians in Dentistry and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58081059. [PMID: 36013526 PMCID: PMC9412897 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58081059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2022] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 08/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: Applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine and dentistry have been on the rise in recent years. In dental radiology, deep learning approaches have improved diagnostics, outperforming clinicians in accuracy and efficiency. This study aimed to provide information on clinicians' knowledge and perceptions regarding AI. Methods: A 21-item questionnaire was used to study the views of dentistry professionals on AI use in clinical practice. Results: In total, 302 questionnaires were answered and assessed. Most of the respondents rated their knowledge of AI as average (37.1%), below average (22.2%) or very poor (23.2%). The participants were largely convinced that AI would improve and bring about uniformity in diagnostics (mean Likert ± standard deviation 3.7 ± 1.27). Among the most serious concerns were the responsibility for machine errors (3.7 ± 1.3), data security or privacy issues (3.5 ± 1.24) and the divestment of healthcare to large technology companies (3.5 ± 1.28). Conclusions: Within the limitations of this study, insights into the acceptance and use of AI in dentistry are revealed for the first time.
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Susanto AP, Winarto H, Fahira A, Abdurrohman H, Muharram AP, Widitha UR, Warman Efirianti GE, Eduard George YA, Tjoa K. Building an artificial intelligence-powered medical image recognition smartphone application: What medical practitioners need to know. INFORMATICS IN MEDICINE UNLOCKED 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.imu.2022.101017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022] Open
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Nawaz FA, Barr AA, Desai MY, Tsagkaris C, Singh R, Klager E, Eibensteiner F, Parvanov ED, Hribersek M, Kletecka-Pulker M, Willschke H, Atanasov AG. Promoting Research, Awareness, and Discussion on AI in Medicine Using #MedTwitterAI: A Longitudinal Twitter Hashtag Analysis. Front Public Health 2022; 10:856571. [PMID: 35844878 PMCID: PMC9283788 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.856571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BackgroundArtificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to reshape medical practice and the delivery of healthcare. Online discussions surrounding AI's utility in these domains are increasingly emerging, likely due to considerable interest from healthcare practitioners, medical technology developers, and other relevant stakeholders. However, many practitioners and medical students report limited understanding and familiarity with AI.ObjectiveTo promote research, events, and resources at the intersection of AI and medicine for the online medical community, we created a Twitter-based campaign using the hashtag #MedTwitterAI.MethodsIn the present study, we analyze the use of #MedTwitterAI by tracking tweets containing this hashtag posted from 26th March, 2019 to 26th March, 2021, using the Symplur Signals hashtag analytics tool. The full text of all #MedTwitterAI tweets was also extracted and subjected to a natural language processing analysis.ResultsOver this time period, we identified 7,441 tweets containing #MedTwitterAI, posted by 1,519 unique Twitter users which generated 59,455,569 impressions. The most common identifiable locations for users including this hashtag in tweets were the United States (378/1,519), the United Kingdom (80/1,519), Canada (65/1,519), India (46/1,519), Spain (29/1,519), France (24/1,519), Italy (16/1,519), Australia (16/1,519), Germany (16/1,519), and Brazil (15/1,519). Tweets were frequently enhanced with links (80.2%), mentions of other accounts (93.9%), and photos (56.6%). The five most abundant single words were AI (artificial intelligence), patients, medicine, data, and learning. Sentiment analysis revealed an overall majority of positive single word sentiments (e.g., intelligence, improve) with 230 positive and 172 negative sentiments with a total of 658 and 342 mentions of all positive and negative sentiments, respectively. Most frequently mentioned negative sentiments were cancer, risk, and bias. Most common bigrams identified by Markov chain depiction were related to analytical methods (e.g., label-free detection) and medical conditions/biological processes (e.g., rare circulating tumor cells).ConclusionThese results demonstrate the generated considerable interest of using #MedTwitterAI for promoting relevant content and engaging a broad and geographically diverse audience. The use of hashtags in Twitter-based campaigns can be an effective tool to raise awareness of interdisciplinary fields and enable knowledge-sharing on a global scale.
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- College of Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Division of Pediatric Nephrology and Gastroenterology, Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Comprehensive Center for Pediatrics, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Department of Translational Stem Cell Biology, Research Institute of the Medical University of Varna, Varna, Bulgaria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Institute for Ethics and Law in Medicine, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Department of Anaesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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Alsobhi M, Khan F, Chevidikunnan MF, Basuodan R, Shawli L, Neamatallah Z. Physical Therapists' Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Artificial Intelligence Applications in Healthcare and Rehabilitation: A cross-sectional Study (Preprint). J Med Internet Res 2022; 24:e39565. [DOI: 10.2196/39565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 09/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Boillat T, Nawaz FA, Rivas H. Readiness to Embrace Artificial Intelligence Among Medical Doctors and Students: Questionnaire-Based Study. JMIR MEDICAL EDUCATION 2022; 8:e34973. [PMID: 35412463 PMCID: PMC9044144 DOI: 10.2196/34973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Revised: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Similar to understanding how blood pressure is measured by a sphygmomanometer, physicians will soon have to understand how an artificial intelligence-based application has come to the conclusion that a patient has hypertension, diabetes, or cancer. Although there are an increasing number of use cases where artificial intelligence is or can be applied to improve medical outcomes, the extent to which medical doctors and students are ready to work and leverage this paradigm is unclear. OBJECTIVE This research aims to capture medical students' and doctors' level of familiarity toward artificial intelligence in medicine as well as their challenges, barriers, and potential risks linked to the democratization of this new paradigm. METHODS A web-based questionnaire comprising five dimensions-demographics, concepts and definitions, training and education, implementation, and risks-was systematically designed from a literature search. It was completed by 207 participants in total, of which 105 (50.7%) medical doctors and 102 (49.3%) medical students trained in all continents, with most of them in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. RESULTS The results revealed no significant difference in the familiarity of artificial intelligence between medical doctors and students (P=.91), except that medical students perceived artificial intelligence in medicine to lead to higher risks for patients and the field of medicine in general (P<.001). We also identified a rather low level of familiarity with artificial intelligence (medical students=2.11/5; medical doctors=2.06/5) as well as a low attendance to education or training. Only 2.9% (3/105) of medical doctors attended a course on artificial intelligence within the previous year, compared with 9.8% (10/102) of medical students. The complexity of the field of medicine was considered one of the biggest challenges (medical doctors=3.5/5; medical students=3.8/5), whereas the reduction of physicians' skills was the most important risk (medical doctors=3.3; medical students=3.6; P=.03). CONCLUSIONS The question is not whether artificial intelligence will be used in medicine, but when it will become a standard practice for optimizing health care. The low level of familiarity with artificial intelligence identified in this study calls for the implementation of specific education and training in medical schools and hospitals to ensure that medical professionals can leverage this new paradigm and improve health outcomes.
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- Thomas Boillat
- Design Lab, College of Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- College of Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Design Lab, College of Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Ahmed Z, Bhinder KK, Tariq A, Tahir MJ, Mehmood Q, Tabassum MS, Malik M, Aslam S, Asghar MS, Yousaf Z. Knowledge, attitude, and practice of artificial intelligence among doctors and medical students in Pakistan: A cross-sectional online survey. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 76:103493. [PMID: 35308436 PMCID: PMC8928127 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2022] [Revised: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Background The use of Artificial intelligence (AI) has gained popularity during the last few decades and its use in medicine is increasing globally. Developing countries like Pakistan are lagging in the implementation of AI-based solutions in healthcare. There is a need to incorporate AI in the health system which may help not only in expediting diagnosis and management but also injudicious resource allocation. Objective To determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice of AI among doctors and medical students in Pakistan. Materials and methods We conducted a cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire-based survey regarding demographic details, knowledge, perception, and practice of AI. A sample of 470 individuals including doctors and medical students were selected using the convenient sampling technique. The chi-square test was applied for the comparison of variables. Results Out of 470 individuals, 223(47.45%) were doctors and 247(52.55%) were medical students. Among these, 165(74%) doctors and 170(68.8%) medical students had a basic knowledge of AI but only 61(27.3%) doctors and 48(19.4%) students were aware of its medical applications. Regarding attitude, 237(76.7%) individuals supported AI's inclusion in curriculum, 368(78.3%) and 305(64.9%), 281(59.8%) and 269(57.2%) acknowledged its necessity in radiology, pathology, and COVID-19 pandemic respectively. Conclusion The majority of doctors and medical students lack knowledge about AI and its applications, but had a positive view of AI in the field of medicine and were willing to adopt it. The majority of doctors and medical students lack knowledge about AI and its applications. Developing countries like Pakistan are lagging in the implementation of AI-based solutions in healthcare.
There is a need to incorporate AI in the health system which may help in expediting diagnosis, management and injudicious resource allocation. More resources need to be allocated for the planning and implementation of AI in the medical curriculum.
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Yang L, Ene IC, Arabi Belaghi R, Koff D, Stein N, Santaguida PL. Stakeholders' perspectives on the future of artificial intelligence in radiology: a scoping review. Eur Radiol 2022; 32:1477-1495. [PMID: 34545445 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-021-08214-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Revised: 06/11/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to impact clinical practice and healthcare delivery. AI is of particular significance in radiology due to its use in automatic analysis of image characteristics. This scoping review examines stakeholder perspectives on AI use in radiology, the benefits, risks, and challenges to its integration. METHODS A search was conducted from 1960 to November 2019 in EMBASE, PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and grey literature. Publications reflecting stakeholder attitudes toward AI were included with no restrictions. RESULTS Commentaries (n = 32), surveys (n = 13), presentation abstracts (n = 8), narrative reviews (n = 8), and a social media study (n = 1) were included from 62 eligible publications. These represent the views of radiologists, surgeons, medical students, patients, computer scientists, and the general public. Seven themes were identified (predicted impact, potential replacement, trust in AI, knowledge of AI, education, economic considerations, and medicolegal implications). Stakeholders anticipate a significant impact on radiology, though replacement of radiologists is unlikely in the near future. Knowledge of AI is limited for non-computer scientists and further education is desired. Many expressed the need for collaboration between radiologists and AI specialists to successfully improve patient care. CONCLUSIONS Stakeholder views generally suggest that AI can improve the practice of radiology and consider the replacement of radiologists unlikely. Most stakeholders identified the need for education and training on AI, as well as collaborative efforts to improve AI implementation. Further research is needed to gain perspectives from non-Western countries, non-radiologist stakeholders, on economic considerations, and medicolegal implications. KEY POINTS Stakeholders generally expressed that AI alone cannot be used to replace radiologists. The scope of practice is expected to shift with AI use affecting areas from image interpretation to patient care. Patients and the general public do not know how to address potential errors made by AI systems while radiologists believe that they should be "in-the-loop" in terms of responsibility. Ethical accountability strategies must be developed across governance levels. Students, residents, and radiologists believe that there is a lack in AI education during medical school and residency. The radiology community should work with IT specialists to ensure that AI technology benefits their work and centres patients.
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- Ling Yang
- McMaster University, 1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- McMaster University, 1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- University of Tabriz, 29 Bahman Boulevard, Tabriz, East Azerbaijan Province, Iran
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- Department of Radiology, McMaster University, 1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, 1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8N 3Z5, Canada
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Lim SS, Phan TD, Law M, Goh GS, Moriarty HK, Lukies MW, Joseph T, Clements W. Non-radiologist perception of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnostic medical imaging reports. J Med Imaging Radiat Oncol 2022; 66:1029-1034. [PMID: 35191186 PMCID: PMC10078783 DOI: 10.1111/1754-9485.13388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2021] [Revised: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnostic medical imaging reports has the potential to improve efficiency. Although perception of radiologists, radiographers, medical students and patients on AI use in image reporting has been explored, there is limited literature on non-radiologist clinicians' opinion on this topic. METHOD Single-centre online survey targeting non-radiologist medical staff conducted from May to August 2021 at a tertiary referral hospital in Melbourne, Australia. Survey questions revolved around clinicians' level of comfort acting on AI-generated reports with varying levels of radiologist involvement and scan complexity, opinion on medicolegal responsibility for erroneous AI-issued reports and perception of data privacy and security. RESULTS Eighty-eight responses were collected, including 47.9% of consultants. Non-radiologist clinicians across all seniorities and specialties felt significantly less comfortable acting on AI-issued reports compared with radiologist-issued reports (mean comfort radiologist 6.44/7, mean comfort AI 3.35/7, P < 0.001) but felt equally comfortable with an AI-hybrid model of care (mean comfort hybrid 6.38/7, P = 0.676). Non-radiologist clinicians believed that medicolegal responsibility with errors in AI-issued reports mostly lay with hospitals or health service providers (65.9%) and radiologists (54.5%). Regarding data privacy and security, non-radiologist clinicians felt significantly less comfortable with AI issuing image reports instead of radiologists (P < 0.001). CONCLUSION A hybrid AI-generated radiologist-confirmed method of image reporting may be the ideal way of integrating AI into clinical practice based on the perception of our referring non-radiologist medical colleagues. Formal guidelines on medicolegal responsibility and data privacy should be established prior to utilising AI in the clinical setting.
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- Sophie Soyeon Lim
- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Neuroscience, Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Surgery, Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,National Trauma Research Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Surgery, Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Surgery, Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,National Trauma Research Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Chew HSJ, Achananuparp P. Perceptions and Needs of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care to Increase Adoption: Scoping Review. J Med Internet Res 2022; 24:e32939. [PMID: 35029538 PMCID: PMC8800095 DOI: 10.2196/32939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health care service delivery. However, the perceptions and needs of such systems remain elusive, hindering efforts to promote AI adoption in health care. OBJECTIVE This study aims to provide an overview of the perceptions and needs of AI to increase its adoption in health care. METHODS A systematic scoping review was conducted according to the 5-stage framework by Arksey and O'Malley. Articles that described the perceptions and needs of AI in health care were searched across nine databases: ACM Library, CINAHL, Cochrane Central, Embase, IEEE Xplore, PsycINFO, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for studies that were published from inception until June 21, 2021. Articles that were not specific to AI, not research studies, and not written in English were omitted. RESULTS Of the 3666 articles retrieved, 26 (0.71%) were eligible and included in this review. The mean age of the participants ranged from 30 to 72.6 years, the proportion of men ranged from 0% to 73.4%, and the sample sizes for primary studies ranged from 11 to 2780. The perceptions and needs of various populations in the use of AI were identified for general, primary, and community health care; chronic diseases self-management and self-diagnosis; mental health; and diagnostic procedures. The use of AI was perceived to be positive because of its availability, ease of use, and potential to improve efficiency and reduce the cost of health care service delivery. However, concerns were raised regarding the lack of trust in data privacy, patient safety, technological maturity, and the possibility of full automation. Suggestions for improving the adoption of AI in health care were highlighted: enhancing personalization and customizability; enhancing empathy and personification of AI-enabled chatbots and avatars; enhancing user experience, design, and interconnectedness with other devices; and educating the public on AI capabilities. Several corresponding mitigation strategies were also identified in this study. CONCLUSIONS The perceptions and needs of AI in its use in health care are crucial in improving its adoption by various stakeholders. Future studies and implementations should consider the points highlighted in this study to enhance the acceptability and adoption of AI in health care. This would facilitate an increase in the effectiveness and efficiency of health care service delivery to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
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- Han Shi Jocelyn Chew
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Living Analytics Research Centre, Singapore Management University, Singapore, Singapore
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