AI revolutionises healthcare, but safety is key

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AI revolutionises healthcare, but safety is key

Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, but ensuring its safety and effectiveness is just as crucial as its innovation.

Farah Magrabi

Professor Farah Magrabi, a leading expert in Biomedical and Health Informatics at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, is at the forefront of research investigating AI’s clinical safety in Australian healthcare.  

While AI is already assisting doctors in triaging patients, interpreting brain scans and detecting diseases, in an interview for SBS News, Professor Magrabi highlights the importance of rigorous evaluation to ensure these technologies truly enhance patient care without unintended risks.  

Professor Magrabi’s work provides a reminder that responsible implementation is key to unlocking AI’s full potential in healthcare.

Professor Magrabi on the increasing role of AI in healthcare