AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study Artificialintelligence Chatbot Patientducation Technology Clinical Dermatology DigitalHealth AI JAADjournals
By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D.Jun 18 2023 A recent Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology study has evaluated the risks and benefits of consumer-facing artificial intelligence in clinical dermatology.
AI Chatbots in Dermatology AI has advanced tremendously in recent times, bringing it closer to its implementation in dermatology. As an example, image-based classifiers using AI have been deployed to detect skin cancer, and they have often outperformed dermatologists. Advantages of Chatbots Translation of medical jargon into patient-friendly language is one key use of Chatbots. Recent research has noted the efficacy of ChatGPT in simplifying radiology reports and that several radiologists have validated the translation to be accurate and complete. During the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, Penn Medicine used a simpler chatbot to answer patient questions when their call center was overwhelmed.
Related StoriesIt was observed that for a “red itchy spot,” rosacea in a light-skinned person, and a black streak in the nail, ChatGPT generated a reasonable differential diagnosis. It also suggested treatments and recommended consulting a doctor for further evaluation. ChatGPT also successfully answered questions on skin cancer risk, wound care, hair care, sunscreen, and acne.
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