Glimpses of the Use of Generative AI and ChatGPT in Medical Education

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. This is achieved by using algorithms and neural networks for machine learning (ML) and deep learning. ChatGPT is an AI-powered chatbot that can generate responses on any topic based on the user’s input or queries. In this review, the focus is on the potential applications of generative AI and ChatGPT in the fields of medical and health professions education. It is important to educate both educators and students about the impact of using generative AI, such as ChatGPT, which is widely used through generative adversarial networks (GANs). In the field of healthcare, GANs can analyse vast datasets to assist in diagnosis, patient data management, and analysis. Students use ChatGPT to obtain factual answers, write papers and translate languages. It can help students with their assignments by summarising literature reviews and generating new ideas. In medical education, educators use ChatGPT to develop learning activities, assessments, and curricula, enhance student learning, and even generate research papers for publication. However, students need to use generative AI carefully so that it does not impede their ability to think critically or write effectively. Guidelines are being formulated in different institutions to regulate the use of this immensely powerful tool. This review could highlight the scope of incorporating ChatGPT into the field of medical education.