Summary
Professional society position statement describing how artificial intelligence interventions should be developed, evaluated, and used within dermatology, including diagnostic apps and clinical decision-support tools. Sets expectations for clinical validation, regulatory compliance, transparency, and communication with patients about AI use in dermatology services.
Healthcare Implications
Influences how dermatology clinics and wider health systems adopt AI-enabled diagnostic and triage tools, emphasizing that AI should augment rather than replace clinician judgment. Highlights the need for robust evidence of safety and effectiveness, monitoring for bias and adverse outcomes, appropriate consent and explanation to patients, and clear allocation of responsibility among clinicians, providers, and AI developers.