Will Medical Technology Deskill Doctors?

This paper discusses the impact of medical technology on health care in light of the fact that doctors are becoming more reliant on technology for obtaining patient information, making diagnoses and in carrying out treatments. Evidence has shown that technology can negatively affect doctor-patient c...

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Published in:International education studies 2016-06, Vol.9 (7), p.130
Main Author: Lu, Jingyan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Influence of Technology
Medical Education
Medical Services
Physician Patient Relationship
Physicians
Professional Development
Skill Obsolescence
Technological Advancement
Technology Education
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Summary:This paper discusses the impact of medical technology on health care in light of the fact that doctors are becoming more reliant on technology for obtaining patient information, making diagnoses and in carrying out treatments. Evidence has shown that technology can negatively affect doctor-patient communications, physical examination skills, and development of clinical knowledge. We propose three possible approaches to medical education and professional development to assist human doctors in acquiring a better understanding of the relative role of technology. The approaches include providing undergraduate and professional development training on using medical technology, helping students recognize the importance of clinical evidence, and helping doctors establish autonomy while interfacing with medical technology.
ISSN:1913-9020
1913-9039
DOI:10.5539/ies.v9n7p130