Becker's Healthcare January 15, 2026
OpenAI recently launched ChatGPT Health, a new feature that allows users to securely upload personal health information—the most recent development in a continuous stream of AI-powered tools shaping the future of healthcare.
But physicians remain generally divided on their views of AI’s increasing ubiquitousness in healthcare.
“My reaction is a mix of elation and fear. AI has incredible capabilities, but only if used responsibly,” Jonathan Block, MD, principal physician of Syracuse-based Associated Medical Professional of NY told Becker’s.
Dr. Block’s views are representative of the general predicament physicians face when it comes to AI and patient care as they try to find a balance between enhancing patient education without fueling medical misinformation or physician distrust.
“Allowing patients unfettered access this...
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