AI-Powered Chatbots in Medical Education: Potential Applications and Implications

Ethical Concerns About ChatGPT in Healthcare: A Useful Tool or the Tombstone of Original and Reflective Thinking?

Artificial intelligence (AI), the uprising technology of computer science aiming to create digital systems with human behavior and intelligence, seems to have invaded almost every field of modern life. Launched in November 2022, ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a textual AI application capable of creating human-like responses characterized by original language and high coherence. Although AI-based language models have demonstrated impressive capabilities in healthcare, ChatGPT has received controversial annotations from the scientific and academic communities. This chatbot already appears to have a massive impact as an educational tool for healthcare professionals and transformative potential for clinical practice and could lead to dramatic changes in scientific research. Nevertheless, rational concerns were raised regarding whether the pre-trained, AI-generated text would be a menace not only for original thinking and new scientific ideas but also for academic and research integrity, as it gets more and more difficult to distinguish its AI origin due to the coherence and fluency of the produced text. This short review aims to summarize the potential applications and the consequential implications of ChatGPT in the three critical pillars of medicine: education, research, and clinical practice. In addition, this paper discusses whether the current use of this chatbot is in compliance with the ethical principles for the safe use of AI in healthcare, as determined by the World Health Organization. Finally, this review highlights the need for an updated ethical framework and the increased vigilance of healthcare stakeholders to harvest the potential benefits and limit the imminent dangers of this new innovative technology.

Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizing the Field of Medical Education

Medical education has ventured into a new arena of computer-assisted teaching powered by artificial intelligence (AI). In medical institutions, AI can serve as an intelligent tool facilitating the decision-making process effectively. AI can enhance teaching by assisting in developing new strategies for educators. Similarly, students also benefit from intelligent systems playing the role of competent teachers. Thus, AI-integrated medical education paves new opportunities for advanced teaching and learning experiences and improved outcomes. On the other hand, optical mark recognition and automated scoring are ways AI can also transform into a real-time assessor and evaluator in medical education. This review summarizes the AI tools and their application in medical teaching or learning, assessment, and administrative support. This article can aid medical institutes in planning and implementing AI according to the needs of the educators.

Learner-Centered Experience-Based Medical Education in an AI-Driven Society: A Literature Review

This review proposes and explores the significance of "experience-based medical education" (EXPBME) in the context of an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven society. The rapid advancements in AI, particularly driven by deep learning, have revolutionized medical practices by replicating human cognitive functions, such as image analysis and data interpretation, significantly enhancing efficiency and precision across medical settings. The integration of AI into healthcare presents substantial potential, ranging from precise diagnostics to streamlined data management. However, non-technical skills, such as situational awareness on recognizing AI's fallibility or inherent risks, are critical for future healthcare professionals. EXPBME in a clinical or simulation environment plays a vital role, allowing medical practitioners to navigate AI failures through sufficient reflections. As AI continues to evolve, aligning educational frameworks to nurture these fundamental non-technical skills is paramount to adequately prepare healthcare professionals. Learner-centered EXPBME, combined with the AI literacy acquirement, stands as a key pillar in shaping the future of medical education.