https://doi.org/10.4081/mem.2024.1621
The ethics of new technologies in healthcare: where are we now?
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Technologies are revolutionizing the healthcare sector, enhancing its efficiency, accessibility, and quality. The digitization of medical records simplifies data management, facilitating diagnoses and treatments through smoother communication between healthcare facilities. Wearable devices and health apps enable continuous monitoring of vital signs and autonomous management of therapies, improving patients’ well-being. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning are transforming medical diagnostics by analyzing clinical data and images with high precision, supporting early diagnoses and personalized treatments. Telemedicine and telemonitoring systems allow for remote consultations and monitoring, essential for patients in remote areas or with limited mobility. Finally, robotics is a valuable ally in surgery and patient care, ensuring precision during procedures and providing support in daily activities for the elderly and disabled. In this article, we offer an overview of the current use of AI in healthcare, along with the ethical implications it entails. We will discuss both the potential and the limitations of these systems, providing insights into their future applications across various fields.
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