Wolters Kluwer Health Survey Reveals Rising AI Use and Concerns Among Clinicians and Patients
A recent survey conducted by Wolters Kluwer Health highlights the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) among clinicians and patients. The 2026 Future Ready Healthcare Survey Report, which gathered insights from 355 clinicians and 254 patients nationwide, reveals that 35% of clinicians use AI multiple times daily for work, while 40% of patients use AI at least once daily in their personal lives. The report notes a significant increase in AI usage among physicians and nurses, with physicians' usage tripling from 10% in 2025 to 38% in 2026, and nurses' usage doubling from 16% to 32% year-over-year. Despite the growing adoption, the survey also highlights concerns among both groups regarding AI's implementation in healthcare. Clinicians express worries about 'deskilling' due to overreliance on AI tools, and AI hallucinations, while patients are concerned about accountability if AI contributes to harm during care.