Perceptions of Medical Students towards Artificial Intelligence: Medical Students Towards Artificial Intelligence

Shazia Rizwan; Shahveir Rizwan; Maheer Rizwan; Ali Hashim; . Nawal; Saima Batool

doi:10.54393/pjhs.v6i1.2364

Authors

Shazia Rizwan Department of Pediatric Medicine, Lahore Medical and Dental College/Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
Shahveir Rizwan Fatima Memorial Hospital College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan
Maheer Rizwan American Acton Academy, Lahore, Pakistan
Ali Hashim Al-Aleem Medical College, Lahore, Pakistan
. Nawal Department of General Dentistry, University College of Dentistry, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Saima Batool Department of Pediatrics, University College of Medicine and Dentistry, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/pjhs.v6i1.2364

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Medical Education, Students, Technology Driven

Abstract

The incorporation of technological advancements, particularly Artificial Intelligence has transformed healthcare systems globally, especially post-COVID-19. Medical education faces challenges in incorporating AI due to instructor shortages and high software costs. Understanding medical students' attitudes towards AI is crucial for its successful integration into medical practice and education. Objective: To evaluate the attitude of medical undergraduate students towards AI in medicine. Methods: A descriptive, online cross-sectional study was executed among undergraduate medical students utilizing a non-probability convenience sampling. The questionnaire, distributed to 340 participants, included demographic details, perceptions towards artificial intelligence, and its effect on medical education. A total of 252 responses were received, receiving a 74% response rate. Data analysis was executed through SPSS version 26.0. Results: Demographic characteristics of 252 subjects revealed a mean age of 23.5 years, with a majority being female (74.2%) and in their first to third year of study (58.3%). Participants generally had intermediate computer literacy (75.7%) and used technology consistently for learning (57.5%). Regarding perceptions of AI, most students strongly agreed that AI will significantly impact healthcare (48.8%) and that all medical students should be educated about it (31.3%). Additionally, a substantial majority believed that integrating AI into medical education would enhance its quality (66.6%) and facilitate the learning experience (57.9%). Conclusions: It was concluded that students have positive perceptions regarding AI systems, demonstrating enthusiasm for expanding their knowledge of AI within their medical education.

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