Practices

In this chapter, I explore the concept of smart data practices, i.e. collecting and operationalizing data by using MAI. The underlying assumption is that epistemic practices of health professionals shape their patient-directed actions and interactions with the patient. Since MAI transforms epistemic practices into smart data practices, this also impacts patient-centered actions. Both aspects, data collection and operationalization, come with specific ethical implications. I analyze crucial issues like autonomy, bias, explainability, informed consent, and privacy protection through a critical lens and discuss strategies for overcoming challenges.