Launched in late November 2022, ChatGPT is an AI-driven chatbot which boosts a range of impressive functions. The robot can craft content as though it were written by a human, such as passing complex medical exams.
In this blog, we discuss the different ways in which this technology is reshaping the medical world.
How does it work?
ChatGPT is currently open to all internet users - all you need to do is create an account. From here, you can experiment with its variety of features including: text compilation, code generation and long-form question answering.
Key benefits for medicine
While getting AI to write a poem about Wetherspoons is first-rate entertainment, the technology has a lot more up its sleeve - especially when it comes to medicine. Here are some of the key benefits we can expect to see from ChatGPT in the coming years…
More accurate diagnosis
ChatGPT has the ability to ask patients a series of questions about their symptoms, and then provides the doctor with a diagnosis. It is hoped this will help speed up the diagnosis process, and ensure that patients receive the correct treatment. With experience, the AI will learn more and be more accurate with its diagnosis.
Improved communication
Healthcare professionals and patients can use ChatGPT to communicate, track appointments, medications and test results. NHS app - watch this space!
Medical supervision
As generative AI develops its capabilities, it could help provide continuous support to patients with chronic illnesses. For example, by reminding the individual when they have a medical appointment coming up or ordering repeat prescriptions on their behalf when running low. There is also potential for AI to sync-up with wearable devices (such as a continuous glucose monitor) to provide patients with updates and real-time advice.
Mitigating risk using collected data
Next generations of ChatGPT will be able to advise doctors and nursing staff on best practice using video-enabled AI. Having built up enough data through observation - the technology could help reduce medical errors by warning staff when they are about to approach something in a way that has previously caused harm to patients.
MCM Medical is so excited to see how AI could transform the medical world for future generations and hopes it will help reduce pressures on the NHS.
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