Bridging the Technological Divide in Medicine: A Global Responsibility

Dale Dangleben, MD, FACS

In an era where technology is revolutionizing medicine at an unprecedented pace, the gap between developed and less developed countries in accessing and implementing these advancements is becoming increasingly stark. Innovations like artificial intelligence (AI), telesurgery, and other cutting-edge medical technologies hold the potential to transform health care by making it more efficient, precise, and accessible. However, without intentional efforts to ensure these benefits reach all corners of the globe, we risk widening existing disparities in health care outcomes.

The question, therefore, is not just how we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in medicine, but how we bring the world along with us, ensuring that no nation or population is left behind. Developed countries have a moral obligation, as well as a practical interest, in assisting less developed countries to catch up with these technological advances. Here are some ways this can be achieved.

Publication History

Article published online:
20 December 2024