India faces a severe doctor shortage, prompting a look at AI's potential to fill the gap. While past AI attempts in healthcare faltered, current advancements show promise, with AI already matching medical student exam performance and even exhibiting empathy. Despite challenges like bias, AI is poised to assist doctors by handling administrative tasks, potentially transforming healthcare roles within a decade.
India faces a severe doctor shortage, prompting a look at AI's potential to fill the gap. While past AI attempts in healthcare faltered, current advancements show promise, with AI already matching medical student exam performance and even exhibiting empathy. Despite challenges like bias, AI is poised to assist doctors by handling administrative tasks, potentially transforming healthcare roles within a decade.