Artificial intelligence in medical education: Assessing knowledge and perception of faculty at College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam
Ethar M. Sewaket, Fatima H. Alali, Shahd W. Alusaimi, Ruqayyah M. Albahrani, Zahra A. Aleid, Sara A. Hashim, Farhat N. Saudagar, Mohammad ZeeshanAbstract:
BACKGROUND:
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into medical education is rapidly increasing, so faculty members’ knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions may influence how effectively it is integrated into teaching and assessment. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, perceptions, and implications of AI in medical education among faculty members at College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University.
MATERIALS AND METHODS:
A cross-sectional survey was conducted among faculty members using a structured validated questionnaire. Information sought included demographic characteristics, faculty's knowledge and perception about AI, its impact in medical education, its ethical implications and institutional policy on AI, and the AI tools used by the faculty. The questionnaire was disseminated to all medical faculty electronically via institutional email and WhatsApp messages. Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS, Version 26, and
RESULTS:
A total of 114 faculty members participated in the study; 89.5% acknowledged awareness of the concept of AI, and 66.7% were familiar with its applications. However, only 55.3% acknowledged its practical use in medical education. Most participants (86%) viewed AI as a useful tool for improving learning, content creation, and academic efficiency, but concerns were raised about accuracy and ethical issues (92.1%). Awareness of the institutional AI policy was limited, reported by only 50.9% of participants.
CONCLUSION:
Faculty members generally demonstrated positive perceptions of AI in medical education; however, gaps in knowledge, practical experience, and policy awareness highlight the need for targeted faculty development and institutional guidance to support its safe and effective adoption.