In Russia, AI Has Moved From Labs Into Hospitals
Last year, artificial intelligence became firmly embedded in the daily routines of doctors in ordinary Russian hospitals, without turning into a doctor itself.
In 2025, artificial intelligence in Russian healthcare effectively “left the laboratory” and became part of everyday clinical practice in general hospitals. This is reflected in data from regulators and a growing number of practical deployments across the country.
Image Analysis
The year’s main medical AI trend was the large-scale use of AI systems to analyze medical images and support diagnostics. According to Russia’s healthcare regulator Roszdravnadzor, by September 2025 nearly 50 medical devices incorporating AI had been registered in the country. Most of them are designed to analyze images and help interpret medical data.
Such systems are already in use across many regions. On Sakhalin, for example, the “Third Opinion” platform was used to process around 80,000 CT scans and mammograms.
In Crimea, AI technologies analyzed more than 63,000 medical images, assisting doctors in diagnostic decision-making.
AI Plus a Doctor
AI is reducing both the time and workload required from specialists. In Moscow clinics, the “AI + doctor” service cut radiologists’ labor costs by 32% and reduced patient appointment times by 15%. In practical terms, this means the technology is easing routine tasks rather than replacing clinicians.
Specialized AI for Doctors
Another important trend has been the development of specialized AI assistants for medical professionals. In St. Petersburg, the Health Ministry has already created a prototype of a GPT-like system that will be available to doctors to support clinical decision-making. These tools speed up information searches, help interpret data, and further reduce the burden on specialists.
Forecasts and Assessments
Early assessments of the market’s future are also beginning to emerge. Forecasts suggest that by 2030 the volume of AI products used in Russian healthcare could grow severalfold. Interest is high from both clinics and IT developers.
From a Niche Tool to Mass Adoption
By 2025, AI had ceased to be a niche technology. It is now being used where it delivers tangible benefits for patients and doctors alike. Lower costs, improved diagnostic quality, and AI support for routine tasks are becoming part of everyday hospital practice. That is the year’s most positive outcome for both healthcare and information technology in Russia.
