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The FDA is seeking feedback on a potential way of regulating medical devices equipped with generative AI features, informed by the process of training human clinicians.Described as a “competency-based approach,” the process would evaluate AI-equipped devices in increasingly clinical scenarios, including potentially with real patients.
FDA proposes competency-based framework for regulating AI medical devices, seeking public feedback by Oct. 19. Signals evolving regulatory path for AI in healthcare; framework raises questions on device definition, new legislation, and agency authority.
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