AI and Healthcare Who is responsible for AI decisions?—with Mika Newton
Feb 18, 2025
Bob Battista, an expert in AI and healthcare, dives into the revolutionary potential of AI in reshaping patient autonomy. He highlights how AI can enhance decision-making by processing vast clinical data, allowing patients to take charge of their health. The conversation addresses critical issues around data sharing and governance, comparing AI in healthcare to self-driving cars. Ultimately, they explore the vital role of improving health literacy to empower patients in navigating AI-driven support for better treatment outcomes.
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AI Liability in Healthcare
- AI in healthcare raises liability questions similar to self-driving cars.
- Who is responsible when AI-driven medical decisions cause harm?
Patient-Driven Healthcare with AI
- Patients should be empowered to self-drive their healthcare decisions with AI assistance.
- Current AIs are institutionally oriented; future AIs should prioritize patient agency.
AI for Routine Care
- AI could handle routine healthcare interactions, freeing up physicians for complex cases.
- This would address resource shortages and reduce costs in the healthcare system.