13 Sep 2025

Using AI in health care

From Saturday Morning, 7:33 am on 13 September 2025
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Artificial Intelligence or AI is an increasing part of our everyday lives - and our not so everyday.

The next time you go to the doctor or for a specialist apppointment, you might find that AI has a role to play in your consultation. 

Te Whatu Ora's National Artificial Intelligence and Algorithm Expert Advisory Group (NAIAEAG) has approved two AI transcription tools for use in the public health system. It is also reviewing others but still recommends a precautionary approach with ongoing concerns about accuracy, data sovereignty and personal privacy.

Wellington ophthalmologist Dr James Leong talks to Susie about how he uses AI in his private practice and what the patient feedback has been. 

Wellington ophthalmologist, Dr James Leong uses AI in his private practice.

Wellington ophthalmologist, Dr James Leong uses Medow Health AI in his private practice. Photo: SUPPLIED

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