The Perceptions and Ethical Concerns Surrounding AI in Diagnostic Decision-Making: Insights from Thai Healthcare Professionals
Perceptions and Ethical Concerns of Clinicians Regarding AI-Assisted Diagnostic Tools form
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https://doi.org/10.58445/rars.2796Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, Diagnostic AIAbstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare across Southeast Asia, with Thailand emerging as a leader in adopting diagnostic AI technologies. AI's potential in enhancing accuracy, speed, and coverage in diagnostics is evident; however, ethical and operational challenges persist, especially in the Thai socio-cultural context. This study explores the perceptions of 122 Thai healthcare professionals toward AI-based diagnostics. While there is broad support for its implementation, concerns about transparency, autonomy, patient consent, and legal accountability prevail. This paper calls for culturally sensitive policy frameworks and ethical standards to guide AI's responsible use in Thai medicine.
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