Artificial Intelligence In Healthcare Research Articles

Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing the Kosovo Health Information System

The contemporary healthcare landscape faces unprecedented challenges, ranging from data fragmentation within health information systems to the need for timely and accurate diagnostics. This research explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing the Kosovo Health Information System (HIS). By leveraging the capabilities of AI, we aim to address existing limitations in data interoperability, predictive analytics, and personalized healthcare. The study incorporates a comprehensive literature review, methodological data collection, and analysis of the current state of the Kosovo HIS. Drawing inspiration from successful global implementations, we delve into the possibilities of AI applications in diagnosis, treatment personalization, and population health management. The research also examines ongoing initiatives and collaborations aimed at integrating AI into the Kosovo HIS. Through a critical assessment of technical challenges and ethical considerations, the paper provides insights into the opportunities and hurdles associated with the implementation of AI in healthcare. Ultimately, this research contributes to the discourse on the future prospects of healthcare in Kosovo, highlighting the potential long-term impacts of AI integration and offering recommendations for advancing the country's health information infrastructure.   Received: 5 February 2024 / Accepted: 23 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024

Achieving health equity through conversational AI: A roadmap for design and implementation of inclusive chatbots in healthcare.

The rapid evolution of conversational and generative artificial intelligence (AI) has led to the increased deployment of AI tools in healthcare settings. While these conversational AI tools promise efficiency and expanded access to healthcare services, there are growing concerns ethically, practically and in terms of inclusivity. This study aimed to identify activities which reduce bias in conversational AI and make their designs and implementation more equitable. A qualitative research approach was employed to develop an analytical framework based on the content analysis of 17 guidelines about AI use in clinical settings. A stakeholder consultation was subsequently conducted with a total of 33 ethnically diverse community members, AI designers, industry experts and relevant health professionals to further develop a roadmap for equitable design and implementation of conversational AI in healthcare. Framework analysis was conducted on the interview data. A 10-stage roadmap was developed to outline activities relevant to equitable conversational AI design and implementation phases: 1) Conception and planning, 2) Diversity and collaboration, 3) Preliminary research, 4) Co-production, 5) Safety measures, 6) Preliminary testing, 7) Healthcare integration, 8) Service evaluation and auditing, 9) Maintenance, and 10) Termination. We have made specific recommendations to increase conversational AI's equity as part of healthcare services. These emphasise the importance of a collaborative approach and the involvement of patient groups in navigating the rapid evolution of conversational AI technologies. Further research must assess the impact of recommended activities on chatbots' fairness and their ability to reduce health inequalities.

Transforming Healthcare with AI: Promises, Pitfalls, and Pathways Forward.

This perspective paper provides a comprehensive examination of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, focusing on its transformative impact on clinical practices, decision-making, and physician-patient relationships. By integrating insights from evidence, research, and real-world examples, it offers a balanced analysis of AI's capabilities and limitations, emphasizing its role in streamlining administrative processes, enhancing patient care, and reducing physician burnout while maintaining a human-centric approach in medicine. The research underscores AI's capacity to augment clinical decision-making and improve patient interactions, but it also highlights the variable impact of AI in different healthcare settings. The need for context-specific adaptations and careful integration of AI technologies into existing healthcare workflows is emphasized to maximize benefits and minimize unintended consequences. Significant attention is given to the implications of AI on the roles and competencies of healthcare professionals. The emergence of AI necessitates new skills in data literacy and technology use, prompting a shift in educational curricula towards digital health and AI training. Ethical considerations are a pivotal aspect of the discussion. The paper explores the challenges posed by data privacy concerns, algorithmic biases, and ensuring equitable access to AI-driven healthcare. It advocates for the development of comprehensive ethical frameworks and ongoing research to guide the responsible use of AI in healthcare. Conclusively, the paper advocates for a balanced approach to AI adoption in healthcare, highlighting the importance of ongoing research, strategic implementation, and the synergistic combination of human expertise with AI technologies for optimal patient care.

Investigating awareness of artificial intelligence in healthcare among medical students and professionals in Pakistan: a cross-sectional study.

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. 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). 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. 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.

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: The Revolutionization of Medicine

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: The Revolutionization of Medicine

Explainable Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) is increasingly recognized as a vital component in the deployment of AI systems within healthcare settings. This abstract synthesizes findings from fifteen research papers investigating the prevalence, detection methods, and implications of XAI in healthcare. The review highlights the growing interest in XAI applications among healthcare professionals, emphasizing the importance of interpretability in medical decision-making. Various detection methods, including rule-based approaches and machine learning interpretability techniques, are explored, illustrating the diversity of strategies employed to enhance AI transparency. Furthermore, the review examines the ethical implications of XAI in healthcare, addressing concerns surrounding accountability, bias mitigation, and patient privacy. By synthesizing findings from multiple studies, this abstract provides insights into the integration of XAI technologies in healthcare, contributing to the ongoing discourse on ensuring transparency, trust, and ethical considerations in AI-driven medical practices.

Horizon of Healthcare: AI's Evolutionary Journey and Future Implications

This meta-analysis offers a comprehensive review of the literature surrounding the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Drawing upon an extensive array of scholarly articles, research papers, and industry reports, this study synthesizes the current state of knowledge regarding AI's applications, challenges, and future directions within the healthcare sector. The analysis encompasses various dimensions of AI implementation, including diagnostic assistance, treatment optimization, patient management, and administrative streamlining. Additionally, it examines the methodological approaches employed in AI healthcare research, assessing the efficacy and reliability of AI-driven interventions across diverse medical domains. Furthermore, this meta-analysis explores the ethical, legal, and social implications associated with AI adoption in healthcare, shedding light on issues of data privacy, algorithmic bias, and patient autonomy. Through a systematic examination of existing literature, this study elucidates key trends, knowledge gaps, and emerging research directions in the evolving intersection of AI and healthcare, providing valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY

The purpose of the paper is to provide an overview of the issues related to artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the Indian healthcare sector and provide input to policymakers. A qualitative approach has been used in this study to identify government initiatives, opportunities, and challenges for applications of AI and suggest improvements in policy areas relevant to AI in healthcare. The study helps by providing comprehensive inputs for framing policy on AI in healthcare industry in India. The study also highlights that if the proper actions are taken to overcome the various challenges associated with applications of AI in healthcare sector in India by the government, then the healthcare sector will immensely benefit. This article has taken an attempt to provide inputs concerning to policy initiatives, challenges, and recommendations for improving the healthcare system of India using different applications of AI The purpose of the paper is to provide an overview of the issues related to artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the Indian healthcare sector and provide input to policymakers. A qualitative approach has been used in this study to identify government initiatives, opportunities, and challenges for applications of AI and suggest improvements in policy areas relevant to AI in healthcare. The India. The study also highlights that if the proper actions are taken to overcome the various challenges associated with applications of AI in healthcare sector in India by the government, then the healthcare sector will immensely benefit. This article has taken an attempt to provide inputs concerning to policy initiatives, challenges, and recommendations for improving the healthcare system of India using different applications of AI The purpose of the paper is to provide an overview of the issues related to artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the Indian healthcare sector and provide input to policymakers. A qualitative approach has been used in this study to identify government initiatives, opportunities, and challenges for applications of AI and suggest improvements in policy areas relevant to AI in healthcare. The study helps by providing comprehensive inputs for framing policy on AI in healthcare industry in India. The study also highlights that if the proper actions are taken to overcome the various challenges associated with applications of AI in healthcare sector in India by the government, then the healthcare sector will immensely benefit. This article has taken an attempt to provide inputs concerning to policy initiatives, challenges, and recommendations for improving the healthcare system of India using different applications of A The purpose of the paper is to provide an overview of the issues related to artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the Indian healthcare sector and provide input to policymakers. A qualitative approach has been used in this study to identify government initiatives, opportunities, and challenges for applications of AI and suggest improvements in policy areas relevant to AI in healthcare.

The role of explainability in AI-supported medical decision-making

AbstractThis article positions explainability as an enabler of ethically justified medical decision-making by emphasizing the combination of pragmatically useful explanations and comprehensive validation of AI decision-support systems in real-life clinical settings. In this setting, post hoc medical explainability is defined as practical yet non-exhaustive explanations that facilitate shared decision-making between a physician and a patient in a specific clinical context. However, giving precedence to an explanation-centric approach over a validation-centric one in the domain of AI decision-support systems, it is still pivotal to recognize the inherent tension between the eagerness to deploy AI in healthcare and the necessity for thorough, time-consuming external and prospective validation of AI. Consequently, in clinical decision-making, integrating a retrospectively analyzed and prospectively validated AI system, along with post hoc explanations, can facilitate the explanatory needs of physicians and patients in the context of medical decision-making supported by AI.

Impact of artificial intelligence on health information literacy: guidance for healthcare professionals

Purpose This paper aims to explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and health information literacy (HIL), examining the rise of AI in health care, the intersection of AI and HIL and the imperative for promoting AI literacy and integrating it with HIL. By fostering collaboration, education and innovation, stakeholders can navigate the evolving health-care ecosystem with confidence and agency, ultimately improving health-care delivery and outcomes for all. Design/methodology/approach This paper adopts a conceptual approach to explore the intricate relationship between AI and HIL, aiming to provide guidance for health-care professionals navigating the evolving landscape of AI-driven health-care delivery. The methodology used in this paper involves a synthesis of existing literature, theoretical analysis and conceptual modeling to develop insights and recommendations regarding the integration of AI literacy with HIL. Findings Impact of AI on health-care delivery: The integration of AI technologies in health-care is reshaping the industry, offering unparalleled opportunities for improving patient care, optimizing clinical workflows and advancing medical research. Significance of HIL: HIL, encompassing the ability to access, understand and critically evaluate health information, is crucial in the context of AI-driven health-care delivery. It empowers health-care professionals, patients and the broader community to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Intersection of AI and HIL: The convergence of AI and HIL represents a critical juncture, where technological innovation intersects with human cognition. AI technologies have the potential to revolutionize how health information is generated, disseminated and interpreted, necessitating a deeper understanding of their implications for HIL. Challenges and opportunities: While AI holds tremendous promise for enhancing health-care outcomes, it also introduces new challenges and complexities for individuals navigating the vast landscape of health information. Issues such as algorithmic bias, transparency and accountability pose ethical dilemmas that impact individuals’ ability to critically evaluate and interpret AI-generated health information. Recommendations for health-care professionals: Health-care professionals are encouraged to adopt strategies such as staying informed about developments in AI, continuous education and training in AI literacy, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and advocating for policies that promote ethical AI practices. Practical implications To enhance AI literacy and integrate it with HIL, health-care professionals are encouraged to adopt several key strategies. First, staying abreast of developments in AI technologies and their applications in health care is essential. This entails actively engaging with conferences, workshops and publications focused on AI in health care and participating in professional networks dedicated to AI and health-care innovation. Second, continuous education and training are paramount for developing critical thinking skills and ethical awareness in evaluating AI-driven health information (Alowais et al., 2023). Health-care organizations should provide opportunities for ongoing professional development in AI literacy, including workshops, online courses and simulation exercises focused on AI applications in clinical practice and research. Originality/value This paper lies in its exploration of the intersection between AI and HIL, offering insights into the evolving health-care landscape. It innovatively synthesizes existing literature, proposes strategies for integrating AI literacy with HIL and provides guidance for health-care professionals to navigate the complexities of AI-driven health-care delivery. By addressing the transformative potential of AI while emphasizing the importance of promoting critical thinking skills and ethical awareness, this paper contributes to advancing understanding in the field and promoting informed decision-making in an increasingly digital health-care environment.

Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare: A Journey through History, Present Innovations, and Future Possibilities

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in healthcare significantly impacting practices from diagnostics to treatment delivery and patient management. This article examines the progress of AI in healthcare, starting from the field’s inception in the 1960s to present-day innovative applications in areas such as precision medicine, robotic surgery, and drug development. In addition, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the acceleration of the use of AI in technologies such as telemedicine and chatbots to enhance accessibility and improve medical education is also explored. Looking forward, the paper speculates on the promising future of AI in healthcare while critically addressing the ethical and societal considerations that accompany the integration of AI technologies. Furthermore, the potential to mitigate health disparities and the ethical implications surrounding data usage and patient privacy are discussed, emphasizing the need for evolving guidelines to govern AI’s application in healthcare.

Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

The motivations are transformative and innovative impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on medical sciences. AI technologies are revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing diseases diagnosis, treatment optimization, and healthcare management. Leveraging machine learning, natural language processing, and other AI techniques medical professionals can improve diagnostic accuracy, personalize treatment plans, and streamline healthcare operations. However, the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare raises ethical, regulatory and privacy concerns. This research investigates the current state of AI in medical sciences, its potential applications, challenges, and future implications for patient care and health delivery.

Measuring fairness preferences is important for artificial intelligence in health care

Measuring fairness preferences is important for artificial intelligence in health care

AI-driven Solutions for Cloud Compliance Challenges

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in cloud compliance management has emerged as a transformative approach to address complex regulatory challenges in contemporary IT environments. This research paper explores the role of AI-driven solutions in enhancing cloud compliance, focusing on key applications, benefits, challenges, and future trends. The paper begins by examining the automation of compliance reporting and documentation through AI technologies, highlighting significant improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Real-world case studies from leading organizations such as J.P. Morgan Chase &amp; Co., Mayo Clinic, and Microsoft Corporation illustrate the practical implementation and impact of AI in various sectors, including finance, healthcare, and technology. Ethical and legal implications associated with AI in cloud compliance are discussed, emphasizing the importance of transparency, fairness, and regulatory adherence. Emerging trends such as Explainable AI (XAI), AI governance, and continuous compliance monitoring are identified as critical factors shaping the future of AI-driven cloud compliance. The paper concludes by addressing anticipated challenges in data privacy, algorithmic bias, and regulatory complexity, underscoring the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to foster responsible AI deployment in compliance operations.

Clearing the Fog: A Scoping Literature Review on the Ethical Issues Surrounding Artificial Intelligence-Based Medical Devices

The use of AI in healthcare has sparked much debate among philosophers, ethicists, regulators and policymakers who raised concerns about the implications of such technologies. The presented scoping review captures the progression of the ethical and legal debate and the proposed ethical frameworks available concerning the use of AI-based medical technologies, capturing key themes across a wide range of medical contexts. The ethical dimensions are synthesised in order to produce a coherent ethical framework for AI-based medical technologies, highlighting how transparency, accountability, confidentiality, autonomy, trust and fairness are the top six recurrent ethical issues. The literature also highlighted how it is essential to increase ethical awareness through interdisciplinary research, such that researchers, AI developers and regulators have the necessary education/competence or networks and tools to ensure proper consideration of ethical matters in the conception and design of new AI technologies and their norms. Interdisciplinarity throughout research, regulation and implementation will help ensure AI-based medical devices are ethical, clinically effective and safe. Achieving these goals will facilitate successful translation of AI into healthcare systems, which currently is lagging behind other sectors, to ensure timely achievement of health benefits to patients and the public.

Green and sustainable AI research: an integrated thematic and topic modeling analysis

This investigation delves into Green AI and Sustainable AI literature through a dual-analytical approach, combining thematic analysis with BERTopic modeling to reveal both broad thematic clusters and nuanced emerging topics. It identifies three major thematic clusters: (1) Responsible AI for Sustainable Development, focusing on integrating sustainability and ethics within AI technologies; (2) Advancements in Green AI for Energy Optimization, centering on energy efficiency; and (3) Big Data-Driven Computational Advances, emphasizing AI’s influence on socio-economic and environmental aspects. Concurrently, BERTopic modeling uncovers five emerging topics: Ethical Eco-Intelligence, Sustainable Neural Computing, Ethical Healthcare Intelligence, AI Learning Quest, and Cognitive AI Innovation, indicating a trend toward embedding ethical and sustainability considerations into AI research. The study reveals novel intersections between Sustainable and Ethical AI and Green Computing, indicating significant research trends and identifying Ethical Healthcare Intelligence and AI Learning Quest as evolving areas within AI’s socio-economic and societal impacts. The study advocates for a unified approach to innovation in AI, promoting environmental sustainability and ethical integrity to foster responsible AI development. This aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the need for ecological balance, societal welfare, and responsible innovation. This refined focus underscores the critical need for integrating ethical and environmental considerations into the AI development lifecycle, offering insights for future research directions and policy interventions.

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: ChatGPT and Beyond

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: ChatGPT and Beyond

Artificial intelligence in health care: nothing about me without me

Artificial intelligence in health care: nothing about me without me

How should artificial intelligence be used in Australian health care? Recommendations from a citizens’ jury

How should artificial intelligence be used in Australian health care? Recommendations from a citizens’ jury

Healthcare Voice AI Assistants: Factors Influencing Trust and Intention to Use

AI assistants such as Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, are making their way into the healthcare sector, offering a convenient way for users to access different healthcare services. Trust is a vital factor in the uptake of healthcare services, but the factors affecting trust in voice assistants used for healthcare are under-explored and this specialist domain introduces additional requirements. This study explores the effects of different functional, personal, and risk factors on trust in and adoption of healthcare voice AI assistants (HVAs), generating a partial least squares structural model from a survey of 300 voice assistant users. Our results indicate that trust in HVAs can be significantly explained by functional factors (usefulness, content credibility, quality of service relative to a healthcare professional), together with security, and privacy risks and personal stance in technology. We also discuss differences in terms of trust between HVAs and general-purpose voice assistants as well as implications that are unique to HVAs.