AI in Healthcare: Whose Responsibility?
Naik N, Hameed BMZ, Shetty DK, Swain D, Shah M, Paul R, Aggarwal K, Ibrahim S, Patil V, Smriti K, Shetty S, Rai BP, Chlosta P and Somani BK (2022) Legal and Ethical Consideration in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Who Takes Responsibility? Front. Surg. 9:862322. doi: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.862322
This study explores legal and ethical challenges regarding AI integration in healthcare, including accountability and responsibility. The article highlights concerns related to privacy, algorithmic bias, and the lack of clear regulatory frameworks governing AI medical decisions. While AI enhances diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency, it raises questions about liability in cases of errors or adverse outcomes and emphasizes the need for transparent governance, ethical oversight, and interdisciplinary collaboration.