Tej D. Azad, Anmol Warman, Deven McGraw, Suchi Saria
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Abstract
The integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools into healthcare poses significant challenges concerning data privacy and governance. Drawing on the historical vignette of Henrietta Lacks, this perspective examines the implications of using generative AI in clinical settings. We discuss current health data governance practices and their potential limitations in the generative AI era. We propose a framework of proactive transparency to preserve patient autonomy without limiting technologic progress.
期刊介绍:
npj Digital Medicine is an online open-access journal that focuses on publishing peer-reviewed research in the field of digital medicine. The journal covers various aspects of digital medicine, including the application and implementation of digital and mobile technologies in clinical settings, virtual healthcare, and the use of artificial intelligence and informatics.
The primary goal of the journal is to support innovation and the advancement of healthcare through the integration of new digital and mobile technologies. When determining if a manuscript is suitable for publication, the journal considers four important criteria: novelty, clinical relevance, scientific rigor, and digital innovation.