Anupriya Patel urges new doctors to be AI-literate and AI-ready at AIIMS Mangalagiri convocation

At the convocation ceremony of AIIMS Mangalagiri, Health Minister Anupriya Patel underscored the growing significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, urging newly graduated doctors to become AI-literate and AI-ready. Patel emphasized that while AI will not replace clinicians, it is essential for doctors to understand and effectively integrate AI technologies into their medical practice to improve healthcare delivery. She highlighted the potential for AI to reduce the burden of routine tasks on doctors, enabling them to focus more on patient care and complex clinical decision-making. Moreover, Patel pointed out that AI could enhance access to medical services and support health equity by addressing gaps in healthcare availability and efficiency.

Patel’s remarks align with broader government efforts to encourage digital literacy among health professionals and promote inclusive, equitable use of AI in the medical sector. She advocates for pilot programs that prioritize local validation and equity to ensure AI tools are effectively adapted to diverse healthcare contexts. Recognizing AI’s role as a supportive technology, Patel stressed that human clinicians must remain central to patient care, with AI serving to augment their capabilities rather than replace them. This call for AI readiness reflects the evolving healthcare landscape where future doctors must be equipped to navigate advancements in AI-driven diagnostics, treatment, and administration to deliver better outcomes for patients.