Liability Issues

Challenge: For automated decisions in a medical context, responsibilities must be clearly defined.

Solutions:

• Human-in-the-loop principle for critical decisions
• Clear labeling of automated processes
• Transparent documentation of the decision-making path
• Clarification of liability with legal support
• Safeguarding through quality assurance processes

Transparency Towards Patients

Challenge: Patients must be informed about the automated processing of their data.

Solutions:

• Adaptation of data privacy notices with specific information
• Understandable explanations of automated processes
• Consent management for specific processing purposes
• Implement information and objection options
• Regular data privacy audits of automation processes

"Automation in healthcare must always serve patient well-being and uphold ethical principles."