Descrizione

This book explores the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and healthcare, a field where AI is being adopted at an unprecedented rate. It examines how advanced technologies are transforming medicine, reshap-ing diagnostics, treatments, and patient care. Special attention is given to the ethical challenges and considerations involved in implementing AI in clinical settings, offering a balanced view of its benefits and risks.
The volume also analyzes the rapidly evolving legal and policy landscape, comparing the frameworks governing AI in the European Union, the Unit-ed States, and other countries across continents. Particular focus is placed on the European AI Act (AIA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), assessed alongside emerging U.S. policies in terms of their effec-tiveness in balancing innovation with concerns around privacy and safety. Finally, the volume emphasizes the need for international cooperation and policy harmonization to ensure a globally responsible approach to AI in healthcare.
Clear, comprehensive, and timely, this book is an essential resource for professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of medi-cine in the age of Artificial Intelligence.