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Survey reveals physicians’ optimism, concerns around generative AI

April 22, 2024 - A recent survey commissioned by Wolters Kluwer Health found that physicians are increasingly optimistic about the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, but maintain key concerns around the deployment of these technologies. The online survey polled 100 United States-based physicians who work in large hospitals or health...

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