What are the perceptions of AI in radiology among UK medical students and junior doctors?

Journal: Acta radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
Published Date: May 16, 2025

Abstract

BackgroundThe integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in radiology has the potential to improve diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. Medical students and junior doctors will likely use AI more frequently in the future, making their perceptions essential for identifying educational gaps.PurposeTo explore the perceptions of UK medical students and junior doctors regarding AI in radiology.Material and MethodsA cross-sectional survey was distributed across UK medical schools and foundation programs. A total of 250 responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics and non-parametric tests, focusing on career impact, clinical effectiveness, educational development, and ethical concerns.ResultsMost respondents (55.2%) were undeterred by career uncertainties related to AI, with 64% confident that AI would not replace radiologists. Up to 80.6% supported AI's clinical benefits, and 63.2% endorsed its educational integration. However, there were concerns about job displacement and insufficient AI training. Medical students were more worried about job security than junior doctors, while those committed to radiology were less apprehensive and viewed AI as complementary.ConclusionEducational programs and regulatory frameworks are essential to facilitate AI integration in radiology. Addressing concerns about job displacement and improving AI education will be key to preparing future radiologists for technological advancements.

Authors

  • James Baker
    Radiology Department, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, Harrogate, UK.
  • Charlotte Elliott
    Radiology Department, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, Harrogate, UK.
  • Alexander Boden
    Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia Norwich, Norwich, GBR.
  • Antony Antypas
    School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK.
  • Shwetabh Singh
    School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK.
  • Prashant Aggarwal
    Urology Department, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Thames Valley, UK.
  • Naduni Jayasinghe
    Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK.
  • Padmanesan Narasimhan
    School of Population Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia.

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