Microsoft Research Podcast The AI Revolution in Medicine, Revisited: The reality of generative AI in the clinic
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Mar 20, 2025 In a compelling discussion, Dr. Christopher Longhurst, Chief Clinical and Innovation Officer at UC San Diego Health, and Dr. Sara Murray, Chief Health AI Officer at UC San Francisco Health, dive into the transformative role of AI in medicine. They explore how generative AI is changing patient communication, enhancing clinician efficiency, and addressing documentation burdens. The conversation highlights ethical AI deployment, the integration of AI scribes, and the importance of human oversight in clinical settings, showcasing the exciting yet complex future of healthcare technology.
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Integrating GPT into EHR
- UC San Diego Health partnered with Epic and Microsoft to integrate GPT into their EHR system.
- This aimed to help clinicians draft responses to patient messages, a significant, unreimbursed task.
Transparency with Patients
- When using AI-generated messages, prioritize patient trust and transparency.
- Disclose AI use by appending a clear statement to the message.
GPT as a Source of Information
- One doctor learned about a marijuana quitline from a GPT-generated patient message.
- This highlighted GPT's ability to provide information beyond a clinician's immediate knowledge.
