Attitudes and perceptions of UK medical students towards artificial intelligence and radiology: a multicentre survey.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To explore the attitudes of United Kingdom (UK) medical students regarding artificial intelligence (AI), their understanding, and career intention towards radiology. We also examine the state of education relating to AI amongst this cohort.

Methods

UK medical students were invited to complete an anonymous electronic survey consisting of Likert and dichotomous questions.

Results

Four hundred eighty-four responses were received from 19 UK medical schools. Eighty-eight percent of students believed that AI will play an important role in healthcare, and 49% reported they were less likely to consider a career in radiology due to AI. Eighty-nine percent of students believed that teaching in AI would be beneficial for their careers, and 78% agreed that students sho

SUBMITTER: Sit C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7002761 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature