Implications of Artificial Intelligence on Health Technology Assessment

This document is a discussion on the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in health technology assessment (HTA). It outlines how AI is transforming HTA by automating various tasks such as data collection, analysis, and reporting. This automation allows HTA professionals to concentrate on strategic tasks, including developing new evaluation methods for health technologies. The document further explains that AI enhances the accuracy of HTA by identifying patterns in data that may be challenging for humans to discern, which aids in recognizing potential risks and benefits of health technologies. Specific examples of AI applications in HTA are provided, including IBM Watson Health, Google DeepMind Health, and Babylon Health, which utilize AI to streamline data processes and improve healthcare delivery. The document also touches on ethical considerations surrounding AI in HTA, such as biases in AI systems and the need for transparency to ensure trust and accountability.