Leading AI Expert: GI Docs Will Need to Forge a ‘Human-Computer Cooperative’ (Medscape)

Dr. Ryan Stidham, a leader in AI research for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, is pioneering automated systems to aid gastroenterologists in diagnosing and managing conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). By training AI to analyze complex medical data, including endoscopic images, Stidham’s work shows that AI can nearly match the precision of experts. While AI can reduce administrative burdens and perform repetitive tasks, Stidham emphasizes that it cannot replace the holistic decision-making of physicians. The future? A collaborative approach where AI handles tedious work, allowing gastroenterologists to focus on complex decision-making. Could this partnership reshape GI care?