As our world becomes more intertwined with technology, one place where this relationship continues to expand is within the healthcare sector. Specifically, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a medical setting.nnAlready, AI-assisted applications and robots are invading hospitals and medical practices, carrying out tasks ranging from diagnosing diseases, recommending treatments, to monitoring patient vitals. But, the question remains, should we trust an AI-assisted doctor?nnDuring a recent visit to an AI-assisted doctor, my encounter was rather positive. The efficiency was impressive and the level of accuracy in diagnosing my condition was quite superior compared to what I’d typically expect from a human doctor. This certainly is not to undermine the capability of human doctors, rather it’s to highlight the potential benefits of AI-assisted healthcare – less human error, and more precision.nnHowever, it’s only fair to mention the downsides. The impersonal nature of a machine, the potential risks if the system is hacked, and the ethical dilemma of replacing human jobs.nnThe question of whether to trust an AI-assisted doctor, thus, becomes a personal one, depending on individual trust in technology, personal healthcare expectations and readiness to accept this futuristic approach to medicine.n Read More
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