Artificial Intelligence in healthcare and its role in the transformation of clinical practice, training and Public Health

e202606033

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  • Miguel Garrido-Bueno Grupo PAIDI-CTS-1050 Cuidados Complejos, Cronicidad y Resultados en Salud (SIRONA). Departamento de Enfermería. Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología. Universidad de Sevilla. Sevilla. España.
  • Nadine Badillo-Sánchez Departamento de Enfermería. Universidad de Huelva. Huelva. España.
  • Andrés Castillejo-del-Río Escuela de Doctorado. Universidad de Huelva. Huelva. España.
  • Javier Fagundo-Rivera Departamento de Sociología, Trabajo Social y Salud Pública. Facultad de Ciencias del Trabajo. Universidad de Huelva. Huelva. España.

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare Management, Public Health, Trends

Abstract

Artificial intelligence has established itself as a major driver of healthcare transformation, progressively modifying clinical practice and the organization of health systems. However, it should not be interpreted as a purely technological solution to complex structural problems, such as excessive workload, territorial inequality, staff shortages, or economic pressures, which currently affect many healthcare systems. From a critical perspective, it integrates tools capable of analyzing large volumes of data and supporting decision-making through machine learning systems, generative models, and clinical support. These technologies can improve diagnostic accuracy, anticipate risks, and reduce errors in care. Nevertheless, there is a risk of overestimating its capabilities and shifting complex problems toward automated responses that do not always adequately consider the social and contextual determinants of health.

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2026-06-04

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Garrido-Bueno M, Badillo-Sánchez N, Castillejo-del-Río A, Fagundo-Rivera J. Artificial Intelligence in healthcare and its role in the transformation of clinical practice, training and Public Health: e202606033. Rev Esp Salud Pública [Internet]. 2026 Jun. 4 [cited 2026 Jun. 19];100(1):5 páginas. Available from: https://ojs.sanidad.gob.es/index.php/resp/article/view/1782

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