Empowering nurses to champion Health equity & BE FAIR: Bias elimination for fair and responsible AI in healthcare

Author:

Cary Michael P.123ORCID,Bessias Sophia23,McCall Jonathan2,Pencina Michael J.23,Grady Siobahn D.4,Lytle Kay13ORCID,Economou‐Zavlanos Nicoleta J.23

Affiliation:

1. Duke University School of Nursing Durham North Carolina USA

2. Duke University School of Medicine Durham North Carolina USA

3. Duke University Health System Durham North Carolina USA

4. North Carolina Central University Durham North Carolina USA

Abstract

AbstractBackgroundThe concept of health equity by design encompasses a multifaceted approach that integrates actions aimed at eliminating biased, unjust, and correctable differences among groups of people as a fundamental element in the design of algorithms. As algorithmic tools are increasingly integrated into clinical practice at multiple levels, nurses are uniquely positioned to address challenges posed by the historical marginalization of minority groups and its intersections with the use of “big data” in healthcare settings; however, a coherent framework is needed to ensure that nurses receive appropriate training in these domains and are equipped to act effectively.PurposeWe introduce the Bias Elimination for Fair AI in Healthcare (BE FAIR) framework, a comprehensive strategic approach that incorporates principles of health equity by design, for nurses to employ when seeking to mitigate bias and prevent discriminatory practices arising from the use of clinical algorithms in healthcare. By using examples from a “real‐world” AI governance framework, we aim to initiate a wider discourse on equipping nurses with the skills needed to champion the BE FAIR initiative.MethodsDrawing on principles recently articulated by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, we conducted a critical examination of the concept of health equity by design. We also reviewed recent literature describing the risks of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in healthcare as well as their potential for advancing health equity. Building on this context, we describe the BE FAIR framework, which has the potential to enable nurses to take a leadership role within health systems by implementing a governance structure to oversee the fairness and quality of clinical algorithms. We then examine leading frameworks for promoting health equity to inform the operationalization of BE FAIR within a local AI governance framework.ResultsThe application of the BE FAIR framework within the context of a working governance system for clinical AI technologies demonstrates how nurses can leverage their expertise to support the development and deployment of clinical algorithms, mitigating risks such as bias and promoting ethical, high‐quality care powered by big data and AI technologies.Conclusion and RelevanceAs health systems learn how well‐intentioned clinical algorithms can potentially perpetuate health disparities, we have an opportunity and an obligation to do better. New efforts empowering nurses to advocate for BE FAIR, involving them in AI governance, data collection methods, and the evaluation of tools intended to reduce bias, mark important steps in achieving equitable healthcare for all.

Funder

National Institutes of Health

Publisher

Wiley

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