What AI in Health Care Can Learn from the Long Road to Autonomous Vehicles
NEJM Catalyst
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Summary
This article, authored by Justin G. Norden and Nirav R. Shah, explores artificial intelligence's role in health care and compares it to the development of autonomous vehicles (AVs). It suggests that AI in healthcare should initially support physician decision-making rather than aiming for full automation. Drawing parallels with the gradual advancement and current state of AV technology, where complete autonomy has not yet been achieved, the authors advocate a stepwise integration of AI in health care. They argue that while total replacement might work for vehicles, in health care, augmentation should be preferred over complete automation, recognizing the unique benefits and implications for patient care.
