AI knowledge, attitudes, perceptions, and willingness to use AI among oncologists in China: a nationwide cross-sectional study

This study unveils a good understanding and positive attitudes toward AI, coupled with a strong willingness to use AI products among nationwide oncologists across China, despite ongoing controversy over whether AI will replace doctors. Those with senior titles or greater AI knowledge and experience show a high willingness to use AI. Considering the findings, targeted AI education and increased exposure are crucial for the successful integration of AI into oncology settings in China.

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BMC Medical Education
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2026-03-12
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-026-08951-z
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Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
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Abstract

This study unveils a good understanding and positive attitudes toward AI, coupled with a strong willingness to use AI products among nationwide oncologists across China, despite ongoing controversy over whether AI will replace doctors. Those with senior titles or greater AI knowledge and experience show a high willingness to use AI. Considering the findings, targeted AI education and increased exposure are crucial for the successful integration of AI into oncology settings in China.

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Johns Hopkins University (US), Chongqing University (CN), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College (CN), Sichuan University (CN), National Cancer Center (US), West China Hospital of Sichuan University (CN), Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center (CN), Jiangxi Provincial Cancer Hospital (CN), Chongqing Cancer Hospital (CN)
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