AI could be a great medical tutor, but tail risk still rules the field
jonc101x · x · 2026-07-27
- The author says he is still broadly a naive techno-optimist about AI in medicine.
- He believes these systems could become exceptionally capable tutors, coaches, and consultants.
- But he adds an important warning: like a chainsaw, a powerful tool can also be dangerous if used badly.
- The thread’s core message is that medical AI has real upside, but tail-risk management remains central.
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