The Connection of Quranic Wisdom and Medical Ethics Problems in Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

Background: Although the Quran and artificial intelligence (AI) may not appear directly related, Quranic teachings can serve as an indirect ethical guide for the appropriate use of AI in medicine. This study aims to explore healthcare professionals' perceptions of the intersection between Quranic principles and AI, grounded in medical ethics. 

Methods: This conventional content analysis study was conducted in 2024 through in-depth interviews with 29 experts in medical ethics, technology and AI. Participants were selected via purposive sampling, and interviews were held in their workplaces. Each interview transcript was analyzed using the Granheim and Lundman approach. 

Findings: Analysis of the 29 interviews revealed three main themes and 10 subthemes. The first theme, "Convergence of AI and Quranic Principles," included subthemes such as developing ethically-aligned algorithms, education, awareness and transparency in technology use. The second theme, "Ethical Principles Guided by Quranic Teachings," encompassed *human dignity, justice, trustworthiness, privacy preservation and compassionate service to humanity. The third theme, "Boundaries of AI," comprised subthemes like AI as a clinical decision-support tool, transparency and honesty and avoiding AI-driven life-and-death decisions. 

Conclusion: Healthcare professionals should draw inspiration from Quranic teachings to uphold human dignity, ensure transparency in patient communication, and deliver equitable care. Similarly, engineers and scientists must embed ethical principles—such as *transparency, fairness and respect for user rights into the design of AI systems. This integration ensures that AI applications in medicine align with both technological advancement and enduring moral values.