Background: Patient engagement refers to the actively involvement of individuals in their own treatment, decision-making, and partnering with healthcare providers. Due to the progress of Artificial Intelligence (AI), there is a groundbreaking shift happening in healthcare that is bringing numerous benefits to patients and health systems. AI technologies are not only used as instruments in healthcare but also evolving into collaborators for diagnosing and treating patients, as well as enhancing the quality of services, offering a personalized, timely, and interactive healthcare experience. This article delves into how AI is changing patient engagement by increasing effectiveness and catering to individual patient requirements. Methods: The research made use of previously published materials on artificial intelligence, data, and robotic technologies in healthcare settings to explore ways in which patients can be effectively involved in the advancement of these technologies in healthcare settings. Results: AI-powered decision support systems improve healthcare operations by giving instant access to data analysis and medical advice, ultimately aiding in making decisions based on real-time evidence. AI enables proactive healthcare interventions by detecting potential health issues in real time, allowing for remote patient monitoring. Motivating patients to actively participate can result in improved adherence to the treatment plan. Overall, patient engagement appears to be the most well-developed and progressive concept for enabling patients to participate actively in their healthcare. Conclusions: AI technologies are more than just tools in healthcare; they are evolving into collaborators in patient involvement, providing a personalized, proactive and engaging healthcare journey. Further evidence is required to comprehend how patients engage in the process and if this leads to better quality of care. In the dynamic health sector, change management is essential for continuously updating and adjusting healthcare facilities to address the evolving needs of patients. Health systems that do not adjust to changes in a timely manner are unsuccessful.
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