Ethical and Legal Implications of AI in Healthcare | MMO Learning



2CPD-2HOURS-Webinar

English
Webinar
PowerPoint
2 Hours
2 CPD Point
Level 1






Course Description

Introduction 

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare practices, it raises critical ethical and legal challenges that practitioners must address. Issues such as data privacy, informed consent, algorithm bias, and regulatory compliance are at the forefront of 

discussions around responsible AI adoption. Navigating these challenges requires a clear understanding of ethical guidelines, legal frameworks, and practical strategies for ensuring compliance and maintaining trust with patients. 

This webinar will equip healthcare practitioners with insights into key ethical and legal considerations related to AI in healthcare. Practical guidance will be provided on how to align AI adoption with HPCSA guidelines, POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), and global best practices to ensure ethical, patient-centric care. 

Objectives 

  1. To introduce the ethical and legal challenges associated with AI adoption in healthcare. 

  1. To explore data privacy laws, informed consent principles, and their practical implications in AI-driven systems. 

  1. To address regulatory compliance requirements, including HPCSA ethical rules and POPIA standards. 

  1. To provide practical strategies for healthcare practitioners to implement AI responsibly and ethically. 


What you'll learn

Understand key ethical concerns in AI adoption, including data privacy, algorithm transparency, and patient autonomy.
Explore the legal frameworks governing AI use.
Learn practical strategies to ensure informed consent and protect sensitive patient data when using AI-driven systems.
Identify steps to navigate regulatory compliance, mitigating risks while implementing AI in private and public healthcare practices.
Appreciate the importance of maintaining trust, fairness, and accountability in AI decision-making processes.

Presenter Profile

Maemo Kobe

Senior Consultant

Maemo Kobe is a Qualified Optometrist and Business Professional with more than fifteen (15) years’ experience in business management, practice management, academia and clinical optometry.

Maemo has a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of KwaZulu Natal, Bachelor of Optometry degree from University of Limpopo and an Operations Management certificate from University of Cape Town.

His core competencies include Leadership | Strategy development and execution | Corporate Governance| Organizational Structures | Business Processes | Marketing Management | Communication | Budgeting | People Management | Project Management | Presentations and Workshop Facilitations




This Course Includes:

Certificate of completion
Full lifetime access for members
Access on PC, mobile and app

Requirements:

A computer or smartphone

Course Presenter

Maemo Kobe
Senior Consultant