Congress of the Bulgarian Medical Association with international participation on the topic of “Healthcare Policies.”

Attorney Valentin Savov was invited to speak on the topic of “Cybersecurity and Liability in the Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems.”

The event has established itself as a leading forum for professional dialogue and expert exchange, focusing on the most important aspects of the functioning of the healthcare system in Bulgaria. The congress focused on topics related to health policies, the healthcare system’s financing model, the organization of healthcare, the role of professional associations, and their importance in safeguarding the professional interests of physicians and ensuring high-quality healthcare services for patients.

Key topics on the agenda included:

• Legal and ethical aspects of healthcare delivery;

• Continuing medical education;

• Health economics;

• Transplantation and organ donation;

• Organization and management of the healthcare system in a professional and institutional context.

The congress provided a platform for meaningful discussions and sharing of best practices.

Attorney Savov presented his topic by highlighting liability for AI errors, emphasizing that doctors should not bear all the blame. He also drew attention to cyberattacks and data breaches, as well as errors arising from artificial intelligence. He also provided practical guidance for doctors, stating: “Keep documentation as evidence in the event of disputes; demand clear liability clauses in contracts with AI providers; maintain human oversight of decisions made by AI; and develop an incident response plan to preserve patient trust.”

More information is available on the website: https://www.bontour.bg/conferences/7_kongres_na_balgarski_lekarski_sayuz

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