According to a new survey from Medtronic and
Morning Consult, respondents recognize potential of AI to enable
earlier diagnosis and improve access to care
DUBLIN, Nov. 13,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than half (51%) of U.S.
adults are optimistic new applications of artificial intelligence
(AI) will lead to major advancements and breakthroughs in
healthcare in the year ahead, according to a new survey from
Medtronic, a global healthcare technology leader, and Morning
Consult.
Some of the highest levels of optimism for AI in healthcare are
around diagnoses and improving healthcare access. In fact, roughly
six in ten adults (61%) agree one of the main benefits of using AI
in healthcare is to diagnose and detect health conditions. Further,
approximately two-thirds (65%) of adults agree technology can help
break down barriers to healthcare with more than half (56%) saying
AI (specifically) can be beneficial in improving healthcare
access.
"Disruptive technologies like AI alter the trajectories of our
daily lives, changing how we shop, how we communicate, and how we
receive healthcare," shares Ken
Washington, chief technology and innovation officer at
Medtronic. "While skepticism is natural, the survey found strong
optimism around the potential of AI in healthcare. And the
reality is, the way we engage with AI will likely look radically
different five to 10 years from now. That said, there is one thing
I'm certain of — the responsible, ethical use of AI has the power
to radically improve healthcare for both patients and doctors."
Addressing perceived barriers to AI adoption is key to
increasing consumer confidence
While more than half of
Americans are optimistic about AI, there are still barriers to
overcome. Among survey respondents who are skeptical about the
technology, they report having more proof around AI's potential
could help them be more confident in the technology.
- 83% of consumers view the potential for AI to make mistakes as
one of the largest barriers.
- 80% say lack of basic understanding and evidence that AI
improves health outcomes are risks to using AI.
- However, nearly half (47%) say they would feel more confident
if these barriers were addressed.
Americans want to know their doctor is calling the shots –
not AI
Consumers have a favorable opinion of using AI to
manage their health – but report they aren't ready for their
physician to use it extensively, with the survey showing that:
- 62% of adults have a favorable opinion of symptom trackers and
health related apps that depend on AI technology.
- Despite this, only roughly one-third (36%) say they would
prefer to work with a physician who uses AI, and only one-in-five
(20%) would want their doctor to use AI extensively.
- However, when presented with specific ways a physician might
use AI, Americans are more open. Two-thirds (67%) say they'd be
likely to work with a physician who uses AI to analyze tests,
x-rays and CT scans. More than half say the same for detecting
cancer (62%).
- Health status also might influence their openness, with more
than half (53%) of adults who consider themselves to be in
excellent health preferring to work with a doctor using AI,
compared to just 29% who rate their health as fair.
"Here's the bottom line — AI can't be a substitute for human
judgement and experience. To this end, I cannot imagine a future
where AI will replace doctors. But I can envision a future where AI
is ubiquitous in healthcare, creating better experiences and
outcomes that patients will prefer," adds Washington.
Medtronic has been pioneering the research and development of
AI-based technology for more insights-driven care, from
diagnosis to treatment to monitoring. Here are few examples of AI
in action at Medtronic today.
Washington will be sharing more of his perspective on AI in
healthcare and these survey findings during this week's Techonomy23
conference taking place in Orlando,
FL.
For more information on Medtronic's commitment to advancing
healthcare through technology and examples of the impact of their
AI-based solutions, visit Medtronic.com.
About the Consumer Perceptions of AI Survey
The survey
was conducted by decision intelligence company Morning Consult
among a nationally representative sample of 2,213 adults in the
U.S. from September 27-30, 2023, with
an unweighted margin of error of +/- 2 percentage points.
About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are
Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is the leading global
healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most
challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and
finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health,
and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people
across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies
treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical
robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring
systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable
curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver
innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people
every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we
empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and
better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are
engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic
(NYSE: MDT), visit www.Medtronic.com and follow @Medtronic on
Twitter and LinkedIn.
Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic
reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual
results may differ materially from anticipated results.
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