Our Commitment to Ethical AI in Healthcare

An Example Manifesto

We believe that artificial intelligence has unprecedented potential to transform healthcare - to save lives, reduce suffering, and make quality care accessible to all. Yet with this potential comes profound responsibility. As leaders in healthcare technology, we recognise that our AI systems directly impact human lives and wellbeing. This manifesto outlines our unwavering commitment to developing and deploying AI ethically, responsibly, and in service of human flourishing.

Our Core Principles

Human-Centered Care

• We develop AI to augment and empower healthcare professionals, not replace human judgment and compassion

• Every technical decision we make starts with the question: "How does this benefit patient care?"

• We preserve the sacred relationship between healthcare providers and their patients

Safety & Reliability Above All

• Our AI systems undergo rigorous testing and validation before deployment

• We maintain continuous monitoring of system performance and outcomes

• We establish clear protocols for identifying and addressing potential risks or biases

• We embrace a culture where raising safety concerns is not just permitted, but expected

Equity & Accessibility

• We actively work to identify and eliminate bias in our AI systems

• We design our solutions to be accessible across different communities and healthcare settings

• We recognise healthcare as a fundamental human right and develop our AI to expand access

Privacy & Security

• We maintain the highest standards of data protection and patient confidentiality

• We collect only the data necessary for providing care and improving outcomes

• We give patients meaningful control over their health data

• We implement robust security measures to protect sensitive information

Transparency & Accountability

• We make our AI systems as interpretable and explainable as possible

• We clearly communicate the capabilities and limitations of our AI

• We maintain clear accountability structures for AI-related decisions

• We regularly audit our systems for compliance and effectiveness

Scientific Integrity

• We base our AI development on sound scientific evidence

• We publish our research and share insights with the broader healthcare community

• We maintain rigorous standards for validating AI performance claims

Our Commitments to Action

1. Education & Training

• We invest in continuous education for our team on ethical AI development

• We provide resources to help healthcare providers understand and appropriately use our AI systems

• We engage in public education about the responsible use of AI in healthcare

2. Governance & Oversight

• We ensure ethics leads have accountability across the organisation: operational, strategic and executive

• We establish clear protocols for ethical decision-making

• We regularly assess and update our ethical guidelines as technology evolves

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• We actively seek input from healthcare providers, patients, and communities

• We collaborate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and best practices

• We participate in industry initiatives to establish ethical standards

4. Responsible Innovation

• We practice "ethics by design" in our development process

• We establish clear criteria for when and how to deploy AI systems

• We maintain mechanisms for rapid response to ethical concerns

5. Environmental Responsibility

• We optimise our AI systems for energy efficiency

• We consider environmental impact in our technology choices

• We work to minimise the carbon footprint of our operations

Our Vision

We envision a future where AI enhances healthcare while preserving its deeply human nature - where technology serves as a bridge, not a barrier, between providers and patients. We commit to being leaders not just in technological innovation, but in ethical innovation, setting standards that elevate the entire field of healthcare AI.

This manifesto is not just a statement of principles, but a living document that guides our daily decisions and long-term strategy. We hold ourselves accountable to these commitments and invite our stakeholders to do the same.