What Medical Professions Will be Affected by Artificial Intelligence Soon?

Authors

  • Napichayakarn Phanthananphokhin Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
  • Krongthip Sripunjan Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
  • Pongsagon Vichitvejpaisal Digital Technology Program, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Bangkok 10140, Thailand
  • Phongthara Vichitvejpaisal Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand

Keywords:

artificial Intelligence, machine learning, medical professions

Abstract

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare is ushering in a transformative era for medical professions. The article explores AI’s current state and future implications across various medical specialties, including anesthesiology, surgery, radiology, pathology, cardiology, oncology, primary care, pharmacy, and nursing. AI technologies like machine learning and deep learning are revolutionizing diagnostic accuracy, personalized treatment plans, and healthcare workflows, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes. This transformation necessitates healthcare professionals’ adaptation and collaboration with AI systems, highlighting the significance of education, ethical practice, and patient trust. Ethical considerations, including fairness, transparency, and patient-centered care, play a pivotal role in preserving trust in AI-enabled healthcare. This article offers a comprehensive and current examination of AI’s profound impact on medical professions. It provides valuable insights into responsibly navigating this transformative journey, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality patient care in an AI-augmented healthcare landscape.

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2025-01-07

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Phanthananphokhin, N., Sripunjan, K., Vichitvejpaisal, P., & Vichitvejpaisal, P. (2025). What Medical Professions Will be Affected by Artificial Intelligence Soon?. Thai Journal of Anesthesiology, 51(1), 57–64. retrieved from https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/anesthai/article/view/273059

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Vol. 51 No. 1 (2025): January-February

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