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09/21/26

How can we prevent clinical deskilling when using AI?

Scott, Ian; van der Vegt, Anton; Douglas, Peter. BMJ Qual Saf.

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Summary

As AI use becomes normalized in healthcare, maintaining clinicians' diagnostic skills is an important safety consideration. This commentary examines how AI use could contribute to clinical deskilling and discusses approaches to preserving independent reasoning. It highlights the need for thoughtful implementation, education, and oversight rather than assuming that automated assistance is always beneficial.
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Scott I, van der Vegt A, Douglas P. How can we prevent clinical deskilling when using AI? BMJ Qual Saf. 2026;35(10):722-726.