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Doctors Are Worried About AI. They Use It Anyway.
A study found ChatGPT outperformed hundreds of physicians in diagnosing medical cases, raising concerns among doctors despite its unproven readiness for clinical use. AI tools are increasingly adopted in U.S. healthcare without FDA approval, with risks of misdiagnosis and errors highlighted by recent research.
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