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A practicing physician has voiced skepticism regarding the practical application of Artificial Intelligence in direct patient care. Posting on Reddit’s Artificial Intelligence forum, the doctor argues that despite the widespread hype, AI’s current capabilities fall short of providing meaningful assistance in complex medical decision-making scenarios. The physician contends that AI often lacks the necessary nuance and context for accurate diagnosis, and that many claims of its diagnostic prowess are based on outdated or overly simplistic datasets. While critical of its current clinical utility, the physician acknowledges AI’s potential for streamlining administrative tasks within the healthcare system, suggesting this area may be where it offers the most immediate benefit. The original discussion can be found on Reddit: [https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n0kgcg/i_work_in_healthcareai_is_garbage/]