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AI support in prehospital telemedicine: Perspectives of tele-emergency physicians and ethical considerations.

Nadezhda Durdova, Dominik Groß, Mathias Schmidt, Hanna Schröder, Marc Felzen, Matthias Irrgang, Saskia Wilhelmy

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7 authors.

Nadezhda DurdovaInstitute for History, Theory & Ethics of Medicine, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8257-8788
Dominik GroßInstitute for History, Theory & Ethics of Medicine, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
Mathias SchmidtInstitute for History, Theory & Ethics of Medicine, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
Hanna SchröderInstitute for History, Theory & Ethics of Medicine, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
Marc FelzenAachen Institute for Rescue Management & Public Safety, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University & the City of Aachen, Aachen, Germany.
Matthias IrrgangAachen Institute for Rescue Management & Public Safety, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University & the City of Aachen, Aachen, Germany.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1660-6854
Saskia WilhelmyInstitute for History, Theory & Ethics of Medicine, University Hospital, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6650-8630

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objective: Over the past decade, the German tele-emergency medical system (tele-EMS) has undergone continuous expansion. This growth has introduced a range of innovations that have transformed the daily work of tele-EMS physicians. At the same time, it has also brought new challenges, including parallel rescue operations, supra-regional deployments, and an increasing number of patient cases. To address these issues, the utilisation of an artificial intelligence (AI) system developed specifically for tele-EMS physicians was investigated. Methods: As part of a qualitative study, 11 tele-EMS physicians were interviewed to understand their perspective on the implementation of AI in the field of tele-emergency medicine. The interview questionnaire covers a range of topics, including requirements and concerns of tele-EMS physicians regarding the use of the specific AI system, as well as their willingness to work with this system in future. Results: The results of the study reveal that, despite certain concerns and fears, tele-EMS physicians are generally positive about the implementation of AI technology in prehospital tele-emergency medicine. When designed effectively, the system is considered potentially suitable for reducing the workload of tele-EMS physicians and improving the quality of patient care. Conclusions: This study addresses a significant gap in the field of telemedicine research by examining perceptions of tele-EMS physicians regarding the implementation of AI in prehospital tele-emergency medicine, while also outlining critical ethical considerations related to AI integration in tele-emergency care. Furthermore, it provides a set of items for a qualitative interview study that can be easily adapted for use with other medical technologies.

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clinical decision support systememergency medicineethical considerationsethicstele-emergency physicianTelemedicine

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PMID41602937
PMCPMC12833132

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