Document Type : Original Article
Authors
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Clinical Pharmacology department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt. Clinical Pharmacology department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia National University, Menoufia, Egypt.
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Otorhinolaryngology department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt. Medicine and Surgery Program Administration, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia National University, Menoufia, Egypt.
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Ophthalmology department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.
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Cardiothoracic Surgery department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta , Egypt.
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Physiology department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.
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Medical Microbiology and Immunology department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt. Medical Education Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.
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Urology department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
Abstract
Introduction: The swift advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) holds the promise of transforming multiple aspects of medical education and practice. While AI is increasingly integrated into medicine, we still need to investigate the perceptions and understanding of AI among medical students. Aim: The objective of this research is to examine the perception, knowledge, and attitudes regarding AI and its applications in medical education and practice among first-year medical students at Menoufia National University (MNU). Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed on first-year medical students at MNU utilizing an online questionnaire. Results: 350 medical students were involved in the study, with a mean age of 18.74 ± 0.69 years. Males represented 56.3% while females represented 43.7%. Over 90% of students expressed good (54.9%) to moderate (41.1%) knowledge of AI and its use in medical education. At the same time, more than 80% of them expressed moderate (50.6%) to good (43.9%) perceptions towards AI and its use in medical practice. Additionally, over 70% of students believed in AI’s ability to improve the quality of medical education. Furthermore, over 60% of students agreed that AI can improve patient outcomes in Egypt. Accordingly, about 70% of students desired to learn about AI's medical applications. Conclusion: The results highlighted the necessity of integrating AI tools in medical education and practice to ensure our students are well-equipped to face future technological challenges in their medical careers as physicians.
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