As the use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies in healthcare continues to grow, there is an increasing need for clear professional and regulatory frameworks that define responsibilities and support the safe and responsible use of these technologies.

WACML seeks to develop a specialized services practice focused on the legal, professional, and regulatory aspects of healthcare AI, as well as the management of risks associated with its use. Areas of focus include:

AI Use Governance

• Supporting the development of institutional policies governing the use of artificial intelligence.
• Defining professional responsibilities associated with the use of AI-powered tools.
• Establishing safeguards for safe and responsible use.
• Supporting human review and oversight mechanisms.

Medical Liability and Clinical Applications

• Raising awareness of the professional risks associated with AI tools.
• Highlighting the importance of human oversight of medical decisions supported by intelligent technologies.
• Promoting awareness of the limitations of relying on AI-generated outputs.
• Supporting the development of procedures for addressing inaccurate outputs and incidents associated with the use of these systems.

 Data and Privacy

• Raising awareness of the protection of health information and patient data.
• Supporting the development of controls for handling healthcare data.
• Strengthening confidentiality and privacy when using AI tools.
• Raising awareness of the risks associated with sharing health information with digital platforms.

Risk Management

• Identifying risks associated with the use of AI systems.
• Raising awareness of the risks of bias and inaccuracy.
• Supporting ongoing review and monitoring mechanisms.
• Contributing to the development of procedures for addressing incidents involving intelligent technologies.