By MIKE MAGEE
With the rise of super-charged Medical Facial Recognition Technology (mFRT) like the RightEye GeoPref Autism Test and Face2Gene, ethical questions arise about its potential applications. From identifying genetic syndromes to predicting future health conditions, mFRT is expanding into various sectors, including healthcare.
The field of mFRT is rapidly growing, with billions of dollars invested annually and a wide range of companies entering the market. However, concerns about privacy, ethics, and regulation loom large as mFRT becomes more integrated into daily life.
As we navigate this new era of technological advancement, it’s essential to consider the historical implications of such tools. Could mFRT reawaken the dark history of eugenics, as seen in the past with Francis Galton and the rise of Eugenics?
While mFRT holds promise for medical diagnostics and treatment, it also raises important questions about autonomy, oversight, and the impact on patient-physician relationships. As we move forward, we must tread carefully to prevent history from repeating itself in a potentially harmful way.
Mike Magee M.D. is a Medical Historian and regular contributor to THCB. He is the author of CODE BLUE: Inside America’s Medical Industrial Complex. (Grove/2020)
