HMP Global January 26, 2026
Key Takeaways
- A Wolters Kluwer Health survey found more than 40% of health care workers are aware of colleagues using unauthorized “shadow artificial intelligence (AI)” tools.
- Nearly 20% of respondents reported personally using unapproved AI, citing faster workflows and better functionality.
- Experts warn shadow AI poses patient safety, accuracy, and data privacy risks for hospitals and health systems.
Health care workers across the US are increasingly using AI tools that have not been approved by their organizations, raising concerns about patient safety and data security. According to a new survey published by Wolters Kluwer Health, the use of so-called “shadow AI” is common among both clinicians and administrators, often without formal governance or risk assessment by health systems.
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