In 2022, large language models (LLMs) gained attention for their AI capabilities, with over half of UK citizens now aware of them. LLMs show promise across various fields, but their limits and assumptions need robust evaluations to avoid potential errors, especially in healthcare.
Although LLMs outperform humans in traditional tests, using these methods for software assessment may not be effective. LLMs have the potential to address non-clinical staff shortages in healthcare, improving efficiency.
What are your thoughts on the role of LLMs in healthcare?
Fascinating insights! The potential of large language models in healthcare is intriguing but thorough evaluations to understand their limits and assumptions are crucial, especially in such critical fields.
Honestly as good as AI is, it still unfortunately can make mistakes, and in high stakes situations like ones handled by the NHS, for safety of lives it might be better that either AI isn’t used, or there is a slower rollout tbh
Probably best (as the article seems to suggest) to deploy LLMs in non-clinical roles to begin with, not least because regulatory issues are less stringent, since there is potentially much less clinical impact.
Implications for staffing in NHS seems clear in that expertise in this area will be required in the near future, with potential career opportunities.