Kindness, Mercy, Empathy, Compassion: Are They Relevant in the Era of Robotics and AI?
By Raj Mohan, MS, DNB, MCh, FEBS
June 10, 2025
The text emphasizes the importance of kindness, mercy, empathy, and compassion in the medical field, highlighting that these qualities cannot be quantified objectively but are crucial for patient care. It raises concerns about the prioritization of technology over human values and advocates for the preservation and development of these intrinsic human traits alongside technological advancements.