Artificial intelligence (AI) remains one of the most discussed tools in the future of cardiovascular care, but cardiologists caution that its promise hinges on thoughtful implementation. During a panel discussion, experts emphasized that AI must reduce burden, support equity, and preserve the patient-clinician relationship in order to be truly valuable. These themes were explored during a session on responsible AI implementation and patient-centered care at the American College of Cardiology 2025 Annual Scientific Session (ACC.25).
Experts say the focus should not be on AI itself, but on the broader goal of improving cardiovascular care and access. | Image credit: MrPanya – stock.adobe.com
Making AI Worth the Time
One of the strongest points of agreement among cardiologists in the panel was that AI will only be adopted…