Patients Prefer AI Over Doctors — Is The Future of Healthcare Here?
HIT Consultant December 18, 2024
AI has left a mark on every industry and the healthcare industry is no exception. Over the years, AI has been integrated into important parts of the healthcare system, such as diagnosis, treatment, patient care, and daily administrative processes. But we’re left to wonder if the large-scale integration of AI could mean that patients are starting to rely on AI instead of choosing one-on-one interaction with medical professionals.
Understanding the Shift in Patient Preferences
Over 83 million Americans don’t have proper access to primary healthcare, with the average wait time for a doctor’s consultation going over 26 days. Even the 90% of Americans who have some form of health insurance find themselves struggling to keep up with their medical expenses....