Responsible Artificial Intelligence in digital health: Ethical Challenges and Future Directions

Background and Aims: Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds significant potential for transforming healthcare by enhancing diagnostic accuracy, improving patient outcomes, and increasing operational efficiency. However, the integration of AI into digital health raises ethical concerns, particularly in the areas of data privacy, algorithmic bias, and accountability. The aim of this study is to examine the concept of Responsible Artificial Intelligence (RAI) in healthcare, focusing on its applications, challenges, and ethical considerations. Additionally, it highlights the importance of explainability and patient trust in Artificial Intelligence-driven medical decisions. Methods: A review was conducted on articles from the PubMed, IEEE Xplore, and Google Scholar databases (۲۰۱۸-۲۰۲۴). Topics such as fairness in algorithms, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance, and bias reduction methods were examined. Results: The results show that the use of Responsible Artificial Intelligence in diagnostic models has significantly reduced racial inequality and improved data security. Additionally, systems that are General Data Protection Regulation-compliant have enhanced patient trust. Conclusion: The establishment of international ethical standards, the development of Artificial Intelligence-based monitoring tools, and the education of healthcare professionals in Artificial Intelligence ethics are essential for the responsible deployment of this technology.

کلیدواژه ها:

Responsible AI ، digital ethics ، GDPR compliance