The Imperative to Integrate AI Education for Enhancing Clinical Diagnostic Skills in Iranian Medical Students

Dear Editor-in-chief       Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have become transformative tools in clinical medicine, significantly enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. To prepare future physicians in Iran capable of effectively utilizing these innovations, comprehensive integration of AI education into medical curricula is essential. Despite existing challenges—including limited faculty expertise, insufficient curricular inclusion, and ethical considerations—innovative and proactive educational strategies can equip students with critical competencies. This letter discusses the necessity, existing gaps, and evidence-based recommendations for embedding AI literacy within Iranian medical education to better prepare future clinicians.

کلیدواژه ها:

Artificial intelligence ، Clinical diagnosis ، Iran ، Medical education