Navigating the Intersection of AI and Medicine: Potential, Drawbacks, and Patient Impact

The text discusses the intersection of AI and medicine, highlighting the potential and drawbacks of AI in healthcare. It raises concerns about the over-optimistic belief that "AI will cure cancer" and emphasizes the need to grapple with the practical impact of AI on patients. The text presents examples of how automated decision-making, often involving AI, has negatively impacted individuals, particularly the marginalized, in areas such as welfare benefits and healthcare. It also explores the limitations of AI in addressing medical system issues, such as delayed diagnoses and biased data. The author advocates for a more patient-centered approach to AI in medicine and provides further resources for deeper understanding.