ChatGPTs' Journey in Medical Revolution: A Potential Panacea or a Hidden Pathogen?

Ann Biomed Eng. 2023 Nov;51(11):2356-2358. doi: 10.1007/s10439-023-03264-4. Epub 2023 Jun 5.

Abstract

At the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and medicine, ChatGPT morphs into a compact, personal digital physician. With a simple click, it furnishes an abundance of health-related information, initial medical consultations, and a plethora of disease management recommendations. Moreover, it stands at the ready to provide immediate mental health assistance in times of psychological distress. Yet, each innovation carries inherent challenges. As we embrace the conveniences proffered by ChatGPT, it is imperative that we grapple with associated issues such as data privacy, risk of misdiagnosis, complexities in human-machine interaction, and particular situations that elude its understanding. Let's probe further into this intriguing world, brimming with contention and prospects, and observe how ChatGPT traverses the landscape of digital health, uncovering the potential it holds for the future evolution of medical practice.

Keywords: ChatGPT; Digital health; Revolution.

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