Exploring large language models for summarizing and interpreting an online brain tumor support forum.

Journal: Digital health
Published Date: Apr 22, 2025

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study explored the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) GPT-3.5, GPT-4, and Llama 3 to summarize qualitative data from an online brain tumor support forum, assessing the differences between these methods and traditional thematic analysis.

Authors

  • Christy Muasher-Kerwin
    Department of Physical Therapy, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, USA.
  • M Courtney Hughes
    Department of Public Health, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, USA.
  • Michelle L Foster
    Department of Public Health, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, USA.
  • Ibrahim Al Azher
    Department of Computer Science, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, USA.
  • Hamed Alhoori
    Department of Computer Science, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, USA.

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