Proponents say consumer-driven medical scans are the next logical step in preventive medicine. But many medical experts say the companies are selling expensive, unproven technology that may cause extra worries and unnecessary treatment.
Canada is investing about $15 million toward the development of artificial intelligence in healthcare that Federal Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne calls a “game changer” for improving the industry’s ability to serve patients.
Many patient visits have returned to in-person following the dramatic upsurge of virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic, but phone and video visits remain a common part of routine care.
Health Minister Michelle Thompson says the new service is the result of a successful $2-million pilot project earlier this year involving 15 family doctors and seven nurse practitioners at six clinics.
