Overview

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents both opportunities and challenges for clinicians, patients, and health systems. The recent JAMA Summit Report provides expert insights into the development, evaluation, regulation, and implementation of AI in health care.

Key Highlights from the Report

• The report is based on discussions from the JAMA Summit AI held in October 2024.
• It features contributions from a diverse group of authors with expertise in various fields, including:
  1. Clinical care
  2. Biomedical research
  3. Software engineering
  4. Data science
  5. Health policy
  6. Law
  7. Industry innovation
• The JAMA Summit aims to:
  1. Gather thought leaders to explore key topics and identify actionable steps.
  2. Encourage broader discussions through published papers and multimedia content.

Expert Contributions

The report includes insights from numerous experts, highlighting the multidisciplinary approach to understanding AI’s role in health care.

Future Directions

As AI continues to evolve, it is crucial to address the following areas:

• Transparency: Ensuring clear communication between AI developers and health care professionals.
• Informed Consent: Patients must be educated about AI’s role in their care and the implications of data usage.
• Data Accessibility: Initiatives to democratize access to medical data are essential to prevent monopolies in health care.

The JAMA Summit Report serves as a foundational document for understanding the current landscape of AI in health care and its potential future developments.

For further reading, refer to the original report: JAMA. 2025 Oct 13. doi: 10.1001/jama.2025.18490.