General Discussion

AI did a great job of confirming my own initial reading of a CT scan that was done a couple of weeks ago, and also organizing the information into an easily digested form. With that information I was able to formulate a list of relevant questions regarding the report *before* the consultation I had today. Again, I did not ask for a diagnosis -- it was just an aid to confirm my own reading of very technical information, and I was able to look up a few things I wanted to confirm further. My surgeon was very appreciative that I was prepared and organized, and that I was able to understand and respond to what he was telling me regarding this test.

BTW, the CT scan debunked a couple of concerning findings in a previous ultrasound, so this was a very good consultation all around. Modern technology is pretty amazing.

I would never recommend relying on AI as a primary source, nor would I rely on it for accurate diagnosis, but it remains a valuable tool, in addition to other modern technology. In addition, I'm skeptical and not a little nervous that this huge hospital seems to be relying on AI more and more, and very quickly. It's obviously getting better, but as the article we're discussing points out, it can't be trusted. I would hope that the really good docs don't trust it either, even as it continues to improve.