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The Promise and Pitfalls of AI in Medicine: Bob Wachter

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care Podcast

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The Role of AI in Medicine: Balancing Skilled and Less Skilled Professionals

This chapter explores how AI serves as a co-pilot in medicine, aiding less skilled individuals in navigating their learning curve efficiently. It delves into the tension between de-skilling and skilling, the risks of over-reliance on AI, and its impact on decision-making in healthcare. Discussions range from the historical context of AI in healthcare to the current and potential applications of AI, addressing concerns around bias, efficiency, and the transformation of physician-patient interactions.

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