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(PENDING) Remote Closed-Source Large Language Models (LLMs) vs. Local Open Source Small Language Models (SLMs)

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Hants Williams
Hants Williams
Healthcare Informatics Researcher

Abstract​

This paper provides a comprehensive comparison between remote closed-source Large Language Models and local open-source Small Language Models, focusing on implementation considerations and practical deployment in healthcare settings.

Publication Information​

Under Review at International Journal of Medical Informatics
Status: In submission (Previously submitted to Journal American Medical Informatics Association)

Overview​

The research presents a detailed analysis of the practical considerations, advantages, and limitations of implementing different types of language models in healthcare settings, including a tutorial for local deployment.

Citation​

Williams, H. & Herrick, B. Remote Closed-Source Large Language Models (LLMs) vs. Local Open Source Small Language Models (SLMs): An Implementation-Focused Review and Local Deployment Tutorial. International Journal of Medical Informatics.