The computer will see you now.

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The computer will see you now.

August 28, 2019

Whitaker P. New Statesman. August 2, 2019;148:38-43.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced computing technologies can enhance clinical decision-making. Exploring the strengths and weaknesses of artificial intelligence, this news article cautions against the wide deployment of AI until robust evaluation and implementation strategies are in place to enhance system reliability. A recent PSNet perspective discussed emerging safety issues in the use of artificial intelligence.

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