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ArticleBMJ open2025

Exploring the social dimensions of AI integration in healthcare: a qualitative study of stakeholder views on challenges and opportunities.

Julia-Astrid Moldt, Teresa Festl-Wietek, Wolfgang Fuhl, Susanne Zabel, Manfred Claassen, Samuel Wagner, Kay Nieselt, Anne Herrmann-Werner

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Article in BMJ open, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 9 papers.

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Julia-Astrid MoldtTIME - Tübingen Institute for Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany julia-astrid.moldt@med.uni-tuebingen.de.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2418-150X
Teresa Festl-WietekTIME - Tübingen Institute for Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
Wolfgang FuhlInstitute for Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
Susanne ZabelInstitute for Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3374-149X
Manfred ClaassenInstitute for Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
Samuel WagnerDeputy of the Rector & Sustainable Development, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
Kay NieseltInstitute for Bioinformatics and Medical Informatics, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1283-7065
Anne Herrmann-WernerTIME - Tübingen Institute for Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-2413-7047

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesThis study aimed to investigate the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare by exploring the perspectives of various stakeholders. The objective was to provide a nuanced understanding of stakeholder views to address concerns and promote the acceptance and successful integration of AI technologies in medical practice.

designThis exploratory qualitative study used semi-structured interviews. Data were analysed using a combination of deductive and inductive coding, followed by content analysis to identify and develop categories.

settingThis study was conducted in Tübingen, Germany, within the framework of the TüKITZMed project (Tübingen AI Training Center for Medicine), between August 2022 and March 2023.

participantsA total of 38 stakeholders participated, including 6 lecturers, 9 clinicians, 10 healthcare students, 6 AI experts and 7 institutional stakeholders. Inclusion criteria included professionals involved in or affected by AI in healthcare, while exclusion criteria comprised individuals without relevant experience.

interventionsNot applicable. OUTCOME MEASURES: The main outcome was the identification of thematic categories capturing stakeholders' perceptions, expectations and concerns regarding the integration of AI in healthcare.

resultsThe analysis identified two main thematic categories: two main categories encompassing a total of 14 subcategories: (1) perceived opportunities of AI in medicine, including aspects of increased efficiency, reduced workload and improved patient safety and (2) perceived challenges of AI in medicine, such as its impact on medical decision-making and concerns about dependence on technology. These themes reflect diverse perspectives and insights across stakeholder groups.

conclusionsDiverse stakeholder perspectives offer valuable insights into the anticipated effects of AI in healthcare. Understanding these perspectives can support decision-makers in designing context-sensitive AI strategies and identifying areas for further professional and institutional development. Future research should monitor how these attitudes evolve in response to technological progress and real-world implementation.

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Artificial IntelligenceAttitude of Health PersonnelDelivery of Health CareStakeholder ParticipationFemaleGermanyHealth PersonnelHumansInterviews as TopicMaleQualitative ResearchArtificial IntelligenceMEDICAL EDUCATION & TRAININGPUBLIC HEALTHQUALITATIVE RESEARCHSOCIAL MEDICINE

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