Global AI Governance: Maturity and Implementation in Leading Hospitals for Responsible AI in Healthcare

Despite growing interest in artificial intelligence (AI) for Healthcare, successful implementation practices are still limited due to the complexity of developing and deploying AI systems. Effective AI governance is essential for safe, ethical and regulatory-compliant deployment of clinical AI. This study qualitatively evaluates both the maturity of AI implementation and the governance frameworks applied by leading "smart" hospitals. Findings will inform a consolidated governance toolkit for hospitals seeking responsible, scalable AI adoption.

Inclusion Criteria: * Senior digital-health executives (e.g. Managing Director / Senior Management of Chief Information / Digital Officer or equivalent) designated by each hospital. * Written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: \-