Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize the healthcare industry, according to a recent report by Citi. The report focused on how AI will impact clinicians and predicted that generative AI tools will automate diagnoses and respond to patients’ questions, streamlining the role of clinicians in the next five to 10 years. These tools will assist clinicians in their decision-making process rather than replacing them, offering additional insights and considerations. While no diagnostic generative AI tools have been launched yet, several companies are developing and testing large language models specifically for healthcare.
AI-powered diagnostic tools that listen to patient interactions to suggest treatment advice will primarily be used by physicians. However, other generative AI tools will be introduced to assist healthcare professionals such as nurses, dieticians, and pharmacists. For instance, AI can be used to call and check on patients, potentially preventing unnecessary hospital visits. Consumers will also have access to health-focused generative AI tools, allowing them to get chatbot-style answers to their medical queries.
Although these advancements are promising, the report emphasizes that it will take some time for developers to create accurate and user-friendly tools. The timeline for the deployment of these technologies will likely be longer than what AI enthusiasts hope for. Nonetheless, as the use of large language models becomes more widespread, the healthcare sector is expected to witness significant improvements and enhance patient care thanks to AI-driven solutions.
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