# Copyright & License **The Physician AI Handbook** First Published: 2025 --- ## License This work is licensed under the **Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)**. ### You Are Free To: - **Share** — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format for any purpose, even commercially - **Adapt** — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially The licensor cannot revoke these freedoms as long as you follow the license terms. ### Under the Following Terms: - **Attribution** — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. 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For questions or collaboration inquiries, contact: [bryan.tegomoh@gmail.com](mailto:bryan.tegomoh@gmail.com) --- ## Acknowledgments This handbook builds upon the collective work of the clinical medicine, AI/ML, medical informatics, and open-source communities. All cited works remain the intellectual property of their respective authors and are used in accordance with fair use principles and academic citation standards. ### Third-Party Content Code examples, datasets, clinical tools, and AI systems referenced in this handbook are subject to their own licenses and regulatory approvals. Users must: - Comply with the respective licenses of any third-party materials - Verify FDA approval status of medical devices - Follow HIPAA and applicable privacy regulations - Obtain necessary institutional approvals before clinical implementation - Conduct appropriate clinical validation before patient care use --- ## Disclaimer **Medical Disclaimer:** This handbook is for **educational purposes only** and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. - AI systems discussed herein are **not substitutes for professional medical judgment** - Clinical decisions must be made by qualified, licensed healthcare professionals - Always verify AI recommendations with current clinical guidelines and evidence - Patient safety must always be the primary consideration - This handbook does not create a physician-patient relationship **Professional Responsibility:** Physicians and healthcare professionals are solely responsible for: - Clinical decisions in patient care - Validating AI tool outputs before clinical use - Ensuring regulatory compliance (FDA, HIPAA, state medical boards) - Obtaining informed consent for AI-assisted care - Meeting the standard of care in their jurisdiction - Continuing competence and professional development **Accuracy Disclaimer:** While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy: - The rapidly evolving nature of AI technology means some information may become outdated - Clinical guidelines and evidence are subject to change - Regulatory requirements vary by jurisdiction and change over time - The author assumes no liability for errors, omissions, or damages resulting from the use of this information - Readers should verify information with current sources before clinical application **Not FDA-Cleared:** This handbook itself is not an FDA-cleared medical device. It provides educational information about AI technologies, some of which may or may not have FDA clearance. Users must independently verify the regulatory status of any clinical AI tools. **No Warranty:** This handbook is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to: - Warranties of merchantability - Fitness for a particular purpose - Non-infringement - Accuracy or completeness - Currency of information - Suitability for clinical use **Limitation of Liability:** To the fullest extent permitted by law: - The author shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages - This includes damages arising from medical malpractice claims, regulatory violations, or adverse patient outcomes - Use of this handbook is entirely at the reader's own risk - Readers assume full responsibility for how they apply information from this handbook **Malpractice & Liability:** - This handbook does not provide legal advice - Medical malpractice law varies by jurisdiction - Consult qualified legal counsel for malpractice and liability questions - Maintain appropriate professional liability insurance - Follow your institution's policies and procedures --- ## Version History - **2025**: Initial release with comprehensive coverage of AI across medical specialties --- ## Privacy & Analytics This handbook website uses Plausible Analytics, a privacy-friendly analytics service that: - Does NOT use cookies - Does NOT collect personal data - Does NOT track users across websites - Provides only aggregate, anonymous visitor statistics - Complies with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR No user data is sold or shared with third parties. --- ## Contact **Author:** Bryan Tegomoh, MD, MPH **For permissions:** bryan.tegomoh@gmail.com **For corrections or suggestions:** Please submit via the GitHub repository or email **Website:** https://physicianaihandbook.com --- For the full license text, visit: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode **Last Updated:** February 2026