AI transcription by GPs raises ethical and data security issues, study suggests

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By Olivia Bowthorpe

Artificial intelligence transcription tools are proving useful for the majority of GPs during consultations - but there may be a lack of understanding around ethical and legal concerns, a study has found.

A New Zealand survey of 197 GPs and other primary care staff in 2024 found that 40% had used AI scribes.