Artificial intelligence in the prescription of acute medical treatments in primary healthcare – comparison of the performance of family physicians and ChatGPT

This study suggests that AI - specifically ChatGPT v3.5 - can match or even outperform physicians in terms of therapeutic decision accuracy, with a similar or slightly better success rate than human doctors. This highlights the potential for AI to act as an effective auxiliary tool rather than a replacement for healthcare professionals. AI is most effective when used in collaboration with healthcare professionals, augmenting their capabilities and improving overall healthcare delivery. Ultimately, AI can serve as a powerful aid to healthcare professionals, helping improve patient care and healthcare outcomes, particularly in primary care.

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BMC Primary Care
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2025-09-22
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-025-02963-2
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1
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Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
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Artificial intelligence in the prescription of acute medical treatments in primary healthcare – comparison of the performance of family physicians and ChatGPT

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Abstract

This study suggests that AI - specifically ChatGPT v3.5 - can match or even outperform physicians in terms of therapeutic decision accuracy, with a similar or slightly better success rate than human doctors. This highlights the potential for AI to act as an effective auxiliary tool rather than a replacement for healthcare professionals. AI is most effective when used in collaboration with healthcare professionals, augmenting their capabilities and improving overall healthcare delivery. Ultimately, AI can serve as a powerful aid to healthcare professionals, helping improve patient care and healthcare outcomes, particularly in primary care.

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