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A recent study suggests that it may be premature to rely solely on machine learning for health advice. The study, led by Dr. Andrei Brateanu of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, compared the performance of the latest AI technology with that of human physicians, finding that doctors outperformed AI. Dr. Brateanu emphasized that AI tools should not replace medical professionals but should be viewed as supplementary resources that, when combined with human expertise, can improve the quality of information provided. He also noted that consumers already have access to web searches and AI programs like ChatGPT-4 or Google Bard for medical inquiries. Brateanu's team conducted a study by presenting 56 common medical questions to either ChatGPT-4 or Bard. Subsequently, two physicians reviewed the answers provided by the AI programs for accuracy. In cases of disagreement between the physicians, a third doctor intervened to resolve the discrepancies. The study revealed that Bard appeared to outperform ChatGPT-4, although both AI programs exhibited relatively low levels of accuracy. Specifically, the physicians determined that 53.6% of Bard's answers were accurate, 17.8% were inaccurate, and 28.6% were partially accurate. In contrast, ChatGPT-4 performed less effectively, with only 28.6% of answers deemed accurate, 28.6% inaccurate, and 42.8% partially accurate but incomplete, according to the researchers. Brateanu emphasizes that AI programs can present medical information that appears accurate and convincing, yet may occasionally be inaccurate. He highlights the ongoing challenge of developing AI tools that can reliably provide medical advice, as both models demonstrated inaccuracies or omitted crucial information. His recommendation is to consult AI for medical information, but always follow up with your doctor. Brateanu stresses the importance of maintaining the human element in healthcare, stating that as AI technology becomes integrated into healthcare, it's essential to preserve the fundamental human aspect of care.