Preparing for Artificial Intelligence: Systems-Level Implications for the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professions.
Journal:
Journal of medical imaging and radiation sciences
Published Date:
Dec 1, 2019
Abstract
Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) are driving a new industrial revolution, and as a result, the medical radiation sciences is experiencing transformational, open, beneficial, yet disruptive changes. Many studies have already been published on specific frontline examples where AI will improve cancer care, but discussions of how AI will change the medical radiation sciences and its associated professions at the systems level have been comparatively sparse. In this article, the system-level implications of AI on the medical radiation sciences are discussed, and recommendations are made on how professionals in this field may need to adapt in preparation for a future where AI will be an integral part of the health care system at all levels.