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Towards successful implementation of artificial intelligence in skin cancer care: a qualitative study exploring the views of dermatologists and general practitioners
Sangers,T.E. Wakkee,M. Moolenburgh,F.J. Nijsten,T. Lugtenberg,M.
Sangers,T.E.
Wakkee,M.
Moolenburgh,F.J.
Nijsten,T.
Lugtenberg,M.
Abstract
Recent studies show promising potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to assist healthcare providers (HCPs) in skin cancer care. The aim of this study is to explore the views of dermatologists and general practitioners (GPs) regarding the successful implementation of AI when assisting HCPs in skin cancer care. We performed a qualitative focus group study, consisting of six focus groups with 16 dermatologists and 17 GPs, varying in prior knowledge and experience with AI, gender, and age. An in-depth inductive thematic content analysis was deployed. Perceived benefits, barriers, and preconditions were identified as main themes. Dermatologists and GPs perceive substantial benefits of AI, particularly an improved health outcome and care pathway between primary and secondary care. Doubts about accuracy, risk of health inequalities, and fear of replacement were among the most stressed barriers. Essential preconditions included adequate algorithm content, sufficient usability, and accessibility of AI. In conclusion, dermatologists and GPs perceive significant benefits from implementing AI in skin cancer care. However, to successfully implement AI, key barriers need to be addressed. Efforts should focus on ensuring algorithm transparency, validation, accessibility for all skin types, and adequate regulation of algorithms. Simultaneously, improving knowledge about AI could reduce the fear of replacement.
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2023
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Research Projects
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Artificial Intelligence, Augmented intelligence, Dermatology, Focus groups, Skin cancer, SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being, SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
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Sangers, T E, Wakkee, M, Moolenburgh, F J, Nijsten, T & Lugtenberg, M 2023, 'Towards successful implementation of artificial intelligence in skin cancer care : a qualitative study exploring the views of dermatologists and general practitioners', Archives of Dermatological Research, vol. 315, no. 5, pp. 1187-1195. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00403-022-02492-3