UMY Expert: Health AI Technology Must Be Distributed Even to Indonesia's Remote Areas
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the world of healthcare in Indonesia is currently in the spotlight. Experts emphasize that this technology should not only be centered in large hospitals in major cities, but must also be accessible to all people in various regions.
According to a Professor at Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY), the development of AI in the health sector must be based on strong scientific evidence. This is important so that the technology used truly provides tangible benefits to patients and medical personnel in diagnosing and treating diseases.
Currently, the use of AI is still limited to health facilities that have sophisticated infrastructure. If this technology is only effective in large hospitals, the gap in healthcare access between urban communities and remote areas will widen. Therefore, a strategy is needed so that AI can be integrated into community health centers (puskesmas) or clinics in the regions.
In addition to accessibility, the security aspect of patient data is also a major concern in the development of health AI. The government and technology providers are expected to work together to create a system that is secure, transparent, and easy for health workers to use in all corners of the country.
In conclusion, digital transformation in the health sector is an important step for Indonesia. By ensuring that AI is evidence-based and distributed beyond large hospitals, it is hoped that the quality of national healthcare services can improve significantly for all Indonesian people.