Michael J Ormond
Acceptance and understanding of artificial intelligence in medical research among orthopaedic surgeons
Ormond, Michael J; Clement, Nick D; Harder, Ben G; Farrow, Luke; Glester, Andrew
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Nick D Clement
Ben G Harder
Luke Farrow
Andrew Glester Andrew.Glester@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer in Science Communication
Abstract
The principles of evidence-based medicine (EBM) are the foundation of modern medical practice. Surgeons are familiar with the commonly used statistical techniques to test hypoth-eses, summarize findings, and provide answers within a specified range of probability. Based on this knowledge, they are able to critically evaluate research before deciding whether or not to adopt the findings into practice. Recently, there has been an increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze information and derive findings in orthopaedic research. These techniques use a set of statistical tools that are increasingly complex and may be unfamiliar to the orthopaedic surgeon. It is unclear if this shift towards less familiar techniques is wide-ly accepted in the orthopaedic community. This study aimed to provide an exploration of understanding and acceptance of AI use in research among orthopaedic surgeons. Methods Semi-structured in-depth interviews were carried out on a sample of 12 orthopaedic sur-geons. Inductive thematic analysis was used to identify key themes. Results The four intersecting themes identified were: 1) validity in traditional research, 2) confusion around the definition of AI, 3) an inability to validate AI research, and 4) cautious opti-mism about AI research. Underpinning these themes is the notion of a validity heuristic that is strongly rooted in traditional research teaching and embedded in medical and surgical training. Conclusion Research involving AI sometimes challenges the accepted traditional evidence-based frame-work. This can give rise to confusion among orthopaedic surgeons, who may be unable to confidently validate findings. In our study, the impact of this was mediated by cautious op-timism based on an ingrained validity heuristic that orthopaedic surgeons develop through their medical training. Adding to this, the integration of AI into everyday life works to reduce suspicion and aid acceptance.
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Aug 30, 2023 |
Online Publication Date | Sep 11, 2023 |
Publication Date | Sep 11, 2023 |
Deposit Date | Oct 13, 2023 |
Publicly Available Date | Oct 13, 2023 |
Journal | Bone and Joint Open |
Electronic ISSN | 2633-1462 |
Publisher | British Editorial Society of Bone and Joint Surgery |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 4 |
Issue | 9 |
Pages | 696-703 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1302/2633-1462.49.bjo-2023-0070.r1 |
Keywords | Surgery, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/11132582 |
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