Marieke Haan

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Total Citations

100

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About

Marieke Haan is a leading researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, with a primary focus on public perceptions of AI in medicine. Her most influential work, a 2021 study examining whether people favor AI over physicians, has garnered over 100 citations and fundamentally shaped our understanding of patient trust in emerging technologies. In this landmark survey, Haan systematically investigated public attitudes toward AI across three rapidly advancing fields—radiology, robotic surgery, and dermatology—revealing nuanced preferences that challenge assumptions about wholesale technological adoption. Her research demonstrates that while the general population shows openness to AI-assisted diagnostics, they consistently express greater confidence in human physicians for complex decision-making and direct patient care. This work has become essential reading for clinicians, policymakers, and AI developers seeking to integrate machine learning into medical practice responsibly. Beyond this flagship study, Haan continues to explore how demographic factors, health literacy, and prior technology exposure influence acceptance of AI in clinical settings, positioning her as a vital voice in the ongoing dialogue about the human dimensions of digital health transformation.