KOTA KINABALU: Artificial intelligence (AI) cannot replace the role of radiographers in treating patients, said Sabah Minister of Women, Health and People’s Wellbeing Datuk Julita Majungki.
She said advanced technology is only a supporting tool and does not take over the primary duties of healthcare personnel in hospitals.
She said many assume the role of radiographers is merely operating X-ray machines. In reality, their expertise helps doctors detect diseases accurately.
“Every scan and radiotherapy session requires high precision. Doctors’ diagnoses need to be accurate and patients need to receive the correct treatment,” she said.
Julita said this at the World Radiography Day 2026 celebration themed “Radiographers: Empowering Patients, Advancing Healthcare” here today. The event was attended by about 120 diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers.
The minister reminded radiographers to continue enhancing their knowledge in line with technological developments, while still prioritising patient comfort.
“Radiographers also explain procedures to patients and reassure them of their concerns. Patients need to feel safe and respected throughout their treatment,” she said.
Also present were Malaysian Radiographers Association (MSR) President Ts Sawal Marsait and Sabah State Health Department Director Datuk Dr William Gotulis.
