AI could close 37% of 2040 healthcare workforce gap, Covista finds

By Public Technologies
  • Covista research found AI could close 37% of the healthcare workforce gap by 2040 without replacing workers.
  • AI could ease staffing shortages at least somewhat, according to 65% of healthcare executives, versus 45% of clinicians.
  • Staffing is a major organizational priority for 74% of clinicians, compared with 34% prioritizing technology improvements over the next 12 months.
  • Workforce readiness has lagged AI deployment; 28% of clinicians want more training on AI tools or technology.
  • AI skills influence hiring expectations: 73% of executives want physician specialists, nurse practitioners and physician assistants they hire to know AI.


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