Potential and limitations of ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence in medical safety education

Abstract

The primary objectives of medical safety education are to provide the public with essential knowledge about medications and to foster a scientific approach to drug usage. The era of using artificial intelligence to revolutionize medical safety education has already dawned, and ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence models have immense potential in this domain. Notably, they offer a wealth of knowledge, anonymity, continuous availability, and personalized services. However, the practical implementation of generative artificial intelligence models such as ChatGPT in medical safety education still faces several challenges, including concerns about the accuracy of information, legal responsibilities, and ethical obligations. Moving forward, it is crucial to intelligently upgrade ChatGPT by leveraging the strengths of existing medical practices. This task involves further integrating the model with real-life scenarios and proactively addressing ethical and security issues with the ultimate goal of providing the public with comprehensive, convenient, efficient, and personalized medical services.

Keywords: Medical safety education; ChatGPT; Generative artificial intelligence; Potential; Limitation

Core Tip: Generative artificial intelligence, represented by ChatGPT, has been experiencing rapid development. We believe that the era of leveraging artificial intelligence for medical safety education has arrived. To make the most of ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence, it is essential to acknowledge both their strengths and limitations. By remaining vigilant and capitalizing on their advantages while addressing their shortcomings, we can strive to optimize and enhance the performance of ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence. This ongoing exploration of the seamless integration of medical safety education with artificial intelligence is crucial in providing better medical services to the public.