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article · npj Digital Surgery

How artificial intelligence and human expertise will improve access to healthcare in the Global South

2026Open accessAlexandria University

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense promise to improve healthcare access and outcomes in the Global South by bridging gaps in expertise and resources. This editorial discusses the opportunities and challenges of deploying AI in low-resource settings and outlines a way forward focused on local capacity-building, rigorous innovation, and sustainable, inclusive practices to advance health equity.

Research topics

  • Global Health and Surgery
  • Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
  • Mobile Health and mHealth Applications

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1038/s44484-025-00004-0

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