Podcasts about ehrs

In this episode, Yaa Kumah-Crystal, MD, MPH, MS, Associate Professor of Biomedical Informatics and Pediatric Endocrinology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), discusses the potential of AI and voice technology in improving patient care and medical education. She also explores the challenges of interoperability and the potential for more at-home care and patient insights. Dr. Kumah-Crystal talks about the evolution of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and outlines three phases of EHR development: paper-based, classic digital entry, and the current generative AI era. She highlights significant advancements in ambient documentation workflows, which allow clinicians—especially in pediatrics, where communication is nuanced—to focus more on patients while AI handles note-taking. She shares her vision for fully integrated, voice-based conversational interfaces in EHRs that enhance both clinician satisfaction and patient engagement. Drawing from her experience as a pediatric endocrinologist and her work with Epic as the EHR vendor, she discusses implementing new workflows like Ambience and exploring additional patient communication methods. Dr. Kumah-Crystal also emphasizes the importance of pilot testing, clearly defined ROI metrics, and close collaboration with vendors to drive innovation. She believes AI will be a critical enabler for better outcomes in pediatric care and beyond.

Drex covers essential cybersecurity reports including the HIMSS Survey, Cincinnati's Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, CrowdStrike's 2025 Global Threat Report, and Verizon's DBIR. Also highlighted: an Oracle engineering error affecting 45 hospitals' EHRs, Yale New Haven's breach impacting 5.5 million patients, and Blue Shield of California's Google Analytics configuration mistake exposing 4.7 million patients' data.Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

In this video, Sandra Johnson, Senior Vice President of Client Services at CliniComp, positions the company's System as a Service (SYaaS) model as a new type of relationship between healthcare organizations and their EHR vendor "making sure you have all the tools, all the services, all device integration, all innovation…provided at no additional cost" she says. Their SYaaS model provides a modern and comprehensive solution that truly alleviates the burden on IT and clinical teams, “it's all about being a trusted partner”.The status quo is no longer acceptable; the market is calling for a New Era of an inclusive, comprehensive & interoperable EHR platform that provides a holistic patient view at a greater value. Regarding the fear of switching EHRs, “it doesn't have to be that way” Johnson emphasizes “our SYaaS can help organizations transition to a new EHR seamlessly”.Learn more about CliniComp: https://clinicomp.com/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

Physician executive Grace E. Terrell discusses her article, "Physicians must innovate and focus on medicine's core, not chores." She introduces the concept of "core vs. chore," urging health care workers to distinguish essential patient care duties from the administrative tasks that often dominate their time, exemplified by an incident where staff prioritized EHR procedures over immediate patient needs. Grace highlights how poorly designed technology like EHRs, regulatory demands, and inefficient workflows contribute significantly to physician burnout, administrative burden, and information chaos, noting that physicians spend nearly twice as much time on EHR and desk work as they do on direct patient care. The conversation explores solutions such as redesigning care delivery models to delegate non-essential tasks, utilizing technology-enabled support teams, and enabling clinicians to practice at the top of their license, ultimately aiming to recenter health care on its core mission, reduce costs, and improve both patient and clinician experiences. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Now you can streamline and customize documentation, surface information right at the point of care, and automate tasks with just a click. Part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Dragon Copilot offers an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform to help unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise—and it's built on a foundation of trust. It's time to ease your administrative burdens and stay focused on what matters most with Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Radiology has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to adopting new technology—but what's driving its rapid embrace of AI today? In this interview, Vijay Ramanathan, Co-Founder and CEO of RamSoft, breaks down why radiologists demand AI that works seamlessly in their workflow, how smarter imaging systems are improving efficiency, and what IT leaders need to consider when integrating radiology solutions into their hospital's tech stack. With imaging volumes rising and fewer radiologists to handle the workload, AI-powered triage and zero-click automation are no longer nice-to-haves—they're essential. Vijay shares real-world examples of how AI is helping radiologists prioritize urgent cases, reduce reporting time, and deliver results faster to both doctors and patients. If you're a CIO, IT leader, or radiology professional, this conversation is a must-watch. Learn how AI in imaging is making an immediate impact—and why interoperability between radiology systems and EHRs is more critical than ever. Learn more about RamSoft at https://www.ramsoft.com/Find more great health IT content at https://www.healthcareittoday.com/ #HealthIT #radiology #digitalhealth #healthcare #hitsmusic

Special Episode: Modern Therapist's Consumer Guide on JotPsych Curt and Katie talk with Nate Peereboom, CEO and co-founder of JotPsych, an AI-powered scribe designed to automate therapy notes and save therapists 90–95% of their note-taking time. Jot Psych supports over 30 languages, integrates with many EHRs, and prioritizes security and privacy. In this conversation, we dive into how AI can support clinicians while protecting the integrity of the therapeutic relationship. This episode is part of our Modern Therapist Consumer Guide, where we explore innovative tools and services built for therapists and their clients. In this podcast episode we talk about AI Scribes and making your clinical documentation more efficient and effective with JotPsych We explore how Jot Psych uses artificial intelligence to ease the documentation burden in therapy practices, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and respecting client privacy. Interview with Nate Peereboom, JotPsych 0:01:07 - Nate introduces himself and JotPsych 0:02:18 - Origin story of JotPsych and why they created the company 0:05:34 - Mission, vision, and values of the business 0:09:42 - Process of using JotPsych and note generation 0:12:08 - Business and clinical considerations for using AI scribes 0:16:14 - Privacy concerns and client consent 0:20:30 - Concerns about data training and potential AI therapist replacement 0:31:18 - Multilingual capabilities 0:31:52 - Quality assurance processes 0:34:49 - Onboarding process for new users 0:40:16 - Where to find more information about JotPsych Curt and Katie Chat – Our review of JotPsych 0:42:07 – Katie and Curt talk through our impressions of JotPsych: Considerations for choosing JotPsych, paying attention to scope and accuracy in documentation that is produced, how tools like Jot Psych can serve solo and group practices, the importance of testing AI tools in real-world practice before full adoption A Special Offer for the listeners of Modern Therapist's Survival Guide podcast from JotPsych Try Jot Psych with a 10-day free trial and get 50% off the first two paid months. Visit jotpsych.com/modern-therapist and use code MODERN Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano http://www.crystalmangano.com/

Kent Bressler speaks with Rachel Claudine and Dr. Sandy Gilbert from the National Kidney Foundation. They explore the groundbreaking KidneyCARE Study, a pioneering patient-centered research initiative designed to gather vital data directly from individuals living with various stages of kidney disease. Rachel shares her personal journey with Lupus Nephritis, emphasizing the significance of patient stories in advancing kidney health research. Dr. Gilbert highlights the study's aim to capture real-world patient experiences, offering insights into disease progression and treatment efficacy. Discover how this innovative registry is set to transform kidney care and empower patients, while also discovering how you can contribute to this vital research. For more information on the KidneyCARE Study and to participate, visit kidneycarestudy.org. About Our Guests: Sandy Gilbert, PhD is the Senior Director of Patient Outcomes Research at the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), where she manages the KidneyCARE (Community Access to Research Equity)™ Study. Since joining NKF in 2024, she has focused on developing and overseeing this pioneering national kidney disease patient registry – the first to integrate patient-reported data with clinical data from electronic health records (EHRs). Rachel Claudin, BS, CCLS is the Patient-Centered Research Director at the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Her main work for the past three years has been focused on the advancement of the KidneyCARE Study. As a person living with Lupus Nephritis, she is excited for the patient- entered data collected by the Study to increase and improve kidney care research. Previous to the NKF, Rachel worked in hospital and hospice settings advocating for patients utilizing the shared decision-making model of healthcare. For more information on Kidney Solutions and to join our supportive community, visit kidneysolutions.org Host: Kent Bressler Producer: Jason Nunez Remember to keep breathing, and don't miss the next amazing episodes of Kent's Kidney Stories!

We can imagine our health as a jigsaw, with each individual piece representing a different aspect of our medical history. These pieces might include blood test results, X-ray images or the notes taken by a doctor as we describe our symptoms. These jigsaw pieces are ultimately recorded and stored in electronic health records (or EHRs). EHRs are a valuable resource, providing an overview of someone's health and they could have the potential to allow clinicians and researchers to unlock new medical insights. However, there's a fly in the ointment - not all the pieces in such records always fit together correctly, and they may not completely capture the required information. Some clinical event documentation may not be complete, others do not align with related pieces, and some events are even missing entirely. This data quality problem was tackled by Dr. Hanieh Razzaghi of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and her colleagues, in their innovative work on the PRESERVE study, a research project exploring chronic kidney disease in children (the PRESERVE study itself was led by Drs. Michelle Denburg and Christopher Forrest). Using EHRs from 15 different hospitals across the United States, the team aimed to understand how various treatments could potentially slow down chronic kidney disease progression. However, initially, they had to make sure that the data they were relying on were accurate, reliable, and suitable for the required complex analyses.

AI is making its way into EHRs, but how do we make sure it actually helps clinicians rather than adding more frustration? In this interview, David Cohen, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Greenway Health, shares how the company is taking a practical approach to AI—focusing on reducing administrative burden, streamlining workflows, and improving efficiency for both clinicians and patients. He also discusses Greenway's partnership with AWS and what it means for customers moving forward. Learn more about Greenway at https://www.greenwayhealth.com/ Find more great health IT content at https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

This week on The Genetics Podcast, Patrick is joined by Dr. Euan Ashley, Chair of the Department of Medicine at Stanford, founder of various biotech companies, and author of The Genome Odyssey: Medical Mysteries and the Incredible Quest to Solve Them. They discuss Euan's groundbreaking work on ultra-rapid genome sequencing and how widespread sequencing, wearables, and AI could shape the future of preventive medicine and human performance.Show Notes: 00:00 Intro to The Genetics Podcast01:00 Welcome to Euan01:50 A pivotal case in Euan's career involving diagnosing a newborn experiencing cardiac arrest06:41 How Euan's team worked towards a record of eight hours from clinical sample to diagnosis10:05 Hurdles that need to be overcome before ultra-rapid sequencing workflows can be widely used in clinical settings11:40 Considerations around widespread genetic screening in newborns16:10 Weighing utility and uncertainty in genetic testing for disease19:17 Steps to a future where widespread genetic testing is economically viable 23:54 New frontiers of clinical genomics, including integration with electronic health records (EHRs) and wearables  28:24 The physiology and genetics of athletic performance and the inspiration behind the ELITE study33:54 Psychological drivers and effects of human performance37:57 Euan's interest in generative AI for developing novel therapies41:32 Closing remarks Find out moreThe Ashley Lab (https://ashleylab.stanford.edu/)Please consider rating and reviewing us on your chosen podcast listening platform! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Bp2_wVNSzntTs_zuoizU8bX1dvao4jfj/view?usp=share_link

If you're building a cash-based medical practice, you're probably dreading the billing headaches — especially when it comes to Medicare. In this episode, I break down exactly what it takes to bill Medicare Part B if you decide to be a non-participating provider (and why it might still be a pain). I also cover the difference between Part B and Part C (Medicare Advantage), what you legally have to do, and how to decide if outsourcing your Medicare billing makes sense. I share two companies I researched — CollaborateMD and AdvancedMD — plus tips on super bills, EHRs, and how to avoid wasting time on insurance messes.   CollaborateMD – https://www.collaboratemd.com AdvancedMD – https://www.advancedmd.com

Seamless integration with EHRs is foundational to scaling patient access automation and optimizing revenue cycle performance. In this episode, Client Implementation Specialist Sahana Gangal explains how Infinx approaches standard and custom integrations, overcomes vendor limitations, and ensures successful data exchange across healthcare systems.

Today's episode is all about choosing the right software to scale your urgent care clinic—without getting burned by the wrong vendor.Nick and Michael are joined by two powerhouse guests: Jim Dhein from athenahealth and Warren Herring, President and CEO of TrustCare Health, a 12-location urgent care powerhouse in Mississippi.This episode is a first for the show—bringing on both the tech vendor and the clinic leader using the tech in real life. You'll get a full-circle view of what it's really like to grow a multi-location clinic with Athena as your EHR and patient management platform.Jim Dhein has spent his entire career in healthcare—from clinical diagnostics to sales leadership—and now serves as Director of Urgent Care at athenahealth, where he focuses on helping clinics scale smarter with better tools.Warren Herring founded TrustCare in 2012 and has grown it into one of the region's largest independent urgent, primary, and pediatric care groups. With degrees from Samford and Tulane, and a track record of expansion into mental health and primary care, Warren brings the real-world operator perspective to this tech conversation.From ambient AI tools like SUKI and automated phone systems like Flip, to the practical pain (and payoff) of switching EHRs, this is a can't-miss for clinic owners serious about scaling.

How Can Therapists Accept (and Impact) Technology?: An interview with Dr. David Cooper Curt and Katie chat with Dr. David Cooper of Therapists in Tech to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in therapy. Dr. Cooper highlights the importance of tech literacy, privacy, and security in digital mental health while advocating for therapists to use AI as a tool for efficiency rather than replacement. He compares this shift to the transition from paper charts to electronic health records (EHRs) and encourages therapists to stay informed and engaged through communities like Therapists in Tech and the Society for Digital Mental Health. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode, we talk about how therapists can engage with technology At the Behavioral Tech Conference, Katie met Dr. David Cooper of therapists in tech. We invited him on to help us understand better how therapists can engage with technology safely and ethically. As AI continues to integrate into mental health care, therapists must embrace innovation while advocating for ethical, client-centered practices. How can therapists engage with AI and digital health responsibly? Use AI tools like ChatGPT for administrative efficiency and tech troubleshooting. Advocate for digital health education in graduate training programs. Seek guidance from digital health experts through groups like Therapists in Tech. Implement technology for administrative tasks, such as automated reminders and billing. Stay informed and connected with digital mental health advancements through professional communities. Key Takeaways from this podcast interview with Dr. David Cooper of Therapists in Tech AI can enhance, not replace, therapy, improving efficiency in practice management. Ethical considerations remain crucial, especially regarding privacy and data security. Tech literacy is a necessary skill for all therapists as the field evolves. Therapists should take an active role in digital health advocacy to maintain the human element in care. Resources for Therapists Adapting to Digital Health: Therapists in Tech – A community for professionals navigating digital mental health. Society for Digital Mental Health – A resource hub for therapists exploring tech solutions. Behavioral Health Tech Conference – A key event for learning and networking in digital health. Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

Datavant, one of the world's leading health data platform companies, has announced its expansion into Ireland with the opening of its global R&D centre in Galway. The company plans to initially hire up to 125 people at its Global Development Centre in Galway by the end of 2027. Recruitment is already underway with a range of diverse engineering roles now open. Datavant Ireland will be working out of the Portershed initially with plans to open a city centre location before the end of the year. The project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Datavant CEO Kyle Armbrester is making the announcement at an event in Galway's Portershed this morning (March 31st), which will be attended by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke T.D. and IDA CEO Michael Lohan. Members of Datavant's Executive Leadership Team also in attendance include Matt Vail, Chief Technology Officer; Arnaub Chatterjee, General Manager and President of Life Sciences, Ecosystem and Public Sector; and Susan Yun, Chief People Officer. The company is also announcing the appointment of its new Vice President, Engineering and Galway Technical Lead, Ciaran O'Toole, who will be based out of the Galway office. Ciaran will lead the effort to build the Datavant engineering team in Ireland with a focus on building the company's life sciences technology roadmap and integration with the enterprise technology organisation. Prior to joining Datavant, Ciaran was VP of Software Engineering for Globalisation Partners, a Boston-based global recruitment and talent company, where he led the build-out of the company's Irish engineering team and launched its Galway site. Throughout his career, Ciaran has worked on building out and maintaining multifunctional, high-performing engineering teams. Datavant is the world leader in secure, compliant healthcare data exchange and has more than 8,000 employees. It is making the world's health data secure, accessible and actionable. Datavant's vast and diverse health data exchange in the U.S. serves as a "network of networks," enabling seamless, privacy-preserving data exchange between life sciences, payers, and providers through its platform. By connecting disparate patient-level datasets ,EHRs, claims data, lab results, clinical trial data, consumer data, social determinants of health data, and more, in a privacy-compliant manner, Datavant helps each stakeholder in healthcare unlock insights and opportunities that weren't previously possible. Datavant's new Irish-based Global Development Centre will support the company's overall global development approach to product development and will operate as an integrated part of Datavant's tech and product development team. The decision to create a Global Development Centre outside of the U.S. was influenced by a desire to tap into top tech talent and to follow around-the-clock productivity. Two of the key reasons why Datavant chose Galway specifically were because of the rich talent pool in Galway and Ireland - especially highly-experienced people in the area of health tech - and because of its proximity to Datavant customers in the EU. Hiring has already begun for the new roles which will initially be in engineering, the majority of which will focus on building Datavant's Privacy and Linkage technologies to support its Life Sciences, Ecosystem and Public Sector business. The company is also recruiting for technology roles to support security and corporate systems. The Galway-based team will significantly expand upon Datavant's established presence of UK-based professionals, including engineers, data scientists, privacy experts, and product management specialists. Minister for Enterprise Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, T.D., congratulated Datavant on the opening of their R&D Centre in Galway, saying: "This great news comes with plans to hire 125 people in Galway over the next two years and is another vote of confidence in the Government and IDA's Regional De...

Michael welcomed Mike O'Neill, CEO of Medicasoft, a healthcare technology company that specializes in modern, cloud-based health IT solutions designed to improve data interoperability, electronic health records (EHRs), and analytics. The two discussed topics such as legacy system transformation, cloud-based solutions, interoperability, and regulatory challenges in healthcare IT. They explored the importance of internal data organization, the potential of AI and analytics, and the evolving role of cloud computing in managing patient data securely

Clearsense creates and manages data lakes for health care sites, retrieving data from multiple sources and supporting multiple applications from different vendors. In this video, CEO and Board Member Jason Z. Rose and CTO Jonathan Cook describe the rebranding of Clearsense as a data enablement platform, and the context in which their ReviveCS and RevealCS products operate.Rose says that their products help with the three overarching challenges recently identified by Gartner: cost reduction, revenue creation, and addressing cyberrisk. He also cites estimates that 20-30% of the applications used at health care sites are bloat.Learn more about Clearsense: https://clearsense.com/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

Today, I'm joined by Nicole Lanni—functional nutritionist, hypnotherapist, and founder of Feeling Groovy Consulting. Nicole brings over 30 years of marketing expertise and 17 years in the wellness industry, helping wellness practitioners like acupuncturists grow their in ways that feel good instead of stressful.In this episode, Nicole shares how a health crisis—spending four months in a coma from toxic mold exposure—led her to a completely new path. We also dive into how to market without feeling pushy, how to use testimonials in a way you might not have thought of before, and one powerful question that can help you uncover your niche.Hope you enjoy this episode with Nicole!

In 2019, iScribeHealth recognized that AI could produce accurate doctors' notes, and that the company would no longer need the 120 human scribes it was offering clients. But it kept the leading experts among those scribes to work closely with them to review the notes being generated by AI to make sure they could reproduce the physician's style as well as documenting the information being recorded accurately.According to iScribeHealth CEO & Co-founder Pat Williams, intensive personal attention to the physicians being onboarded is a differentiating advantage for the company. Fast results (“speed to value”) is another differentiator, and deep integration with EHRs is a third.Learn more about iScribeHealth: https://www.iscribehealth.com/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

For the 162nd episode of the Healthcare IT Today Podcast, we are doing a little potpourri of topics! We kick this episode off by taking a look at what is happening in the AI Medical Scribe space. Then we debate if we think EHRs are taking the right approach with AI or not. Next, we […]

Send us a textIn this episode of CareTalk, John Driscoll sits down with Oron Afek, CEO of Vim, to discuss how Vim is transforming healthcare by creating a smarter, more connected ecosystem for doctors and patients. Oron shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days in the Israeli military to building a healthcare platform that integrates seamlessly with electronic health records (EHRs) to improve clinical decision-making. Learn how Vim's technology is helping doctors make better decisions at the point of care, streamlining workflows, and driving better patient outcomes, all while empowering developers to build innovative healthcare solutions.

Send us a textThe untapped potential of electronic health records has long been recognized in clinical research, but extracting meaningful insights from this treasure trove of data has remained an elusive challenge—until now.Vish Srivastava, founder of Century Health, reveals how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing real-world evidence by unlocking critical patient data trapped in EHRs. Traditional patient registries that once took a decade to amass just 1,000 patients can now be created with unprecedented efficiency through AI-powered data extraction. The breakthrough lies in advanced language models that can interpret unstructured clinical notes, transforming them into structured, analyzable data points while maintaining patient privacy.This technological revolution has profound implications across the drug development lifecycle. In multiple sclerosis research, analyzing 10+ years of longitudinal patient data has illuminated disease progression patterns beyond relapses, informing the next generation of treatments. For approved medications like GLP-1s, real-world evidence is uncovering potential applications in conditions ranging from metabolic disorders to neurodegenerative diseases, potentially fast-tracking label expansions that would traditionally require years of additional clinical trials.The vision is transformative: reducing the $2.6 billion, 12-year journey of drug development to a fraction of that time while ensuring treatments reach the right patients faster. While Century Health initially focuses on gastroenterology, neurology, and rheumatology in the US market, the underlying technology promises to revolutionize clinical research globally. As Vish notes, "It feels like we can create dramatically better outcomes for patients if we can just make the data that's already collected from their care accessible and actionable."________Reach out to Ivanna RosendalJoin the conversation on our LinkedIn page

Are organizations harnessing the full potential of their technology investment?  Are they ready to adopt AI and integrated successfully, with impact, into their EHRs? Are they addressing technological impacts to care and business model design and adopting appropriate alternative care models to better compete in today's market? To answer these critical questions, Sandy chats with Asher Perzigian, Managing Director in Accenture's health Strategy & Consulting business and practice lead of Care Innovation. Asher shares a thoughtful approach to navigating the surge of AI applications and how his team is helping healthcare organizations address the challenges of implementing AI across the healthcare ecosystem. Together, they dive into the crucial role of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) as the digital backbone of healthcare systems, and the advancements needed for AI to achieve true interoperability across platforms.In this episode, they talk about:What Accenture recommends when approaching the tsunami of AI applicationsHow AI takes some burden off the care delivery (or any admin) processHow does AI need to advance to achieve true interoperabilityWhat is AI's role in the industry reset?Accenture's latest exciting winsEHRs are the digital heartbeats of systemsThe biggest challenges for organizations when implementing AIWhat CIOs need to address to see how AI is necessaryA Little About Asher:Asher Perzigian is a Managing Director in Accenture's Strategy & Consulting Health Practice, where he is widely recognized for his expertise in commercializing and scaling innovative business transformation programs. He serves as the practice lead for Accenture's North America Clinical Innovation practice. Throughout his career, Asher has partnered with top healthcare providers, payers, vendors, and life sciences organizations across North America. He is also responsible for managing Accenture's relationship with one of the firm's largest and most complex provider and care delivery clients. Based in Chicago, Asher enjoys live music, hockey, running, and spending quality time with his wife, son, daughter, and their extended family.

Prof. Wolfgang Buhre engages in an exciting discussion with Dr. Warren Sandberg on the growing appeal of electronic health records in anaesthesiology and perioperative care. This podcast dives into the various applications of electronic data records in daily clinical practice, research, and the patient medical journey. From patient safety to department fundings, electronics records hold a potential for systemic changes. How do Europe and the United States of America differ in their approach to the use of such data to improve outcome? 

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The integration of AI and empathy is crucial to improving healthcare outcomes and affordability.  In this episode, Sanjay Doddamani, Founder and CEO, and Michael Gleeson, Co-founder and CTO, of Guidehealth, discuss how their company is tackling the healthcare productivity crisis by integrating AI into clinical workflows. They highlight the importance of expanding healthcare access without overburdening physicians while improving patient engagement and care quality. Guidehealth leverages AI to analyze previously inaccessible data, predict patient needs, and create personalized care plans for patients, families, and clinicians. They believe AI-driven advancements will enhance patient connections, streamline data access in EHRs, and open new opportunities for innovation in healthcare. Tune in and learn how AI and empathy are transforming healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Sanjay Doddamani on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Michael Gleeson on LinkedIn. Learn more about Guidehealth on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com

David Feinberg, MD, chairman of Oracle Health, believes AI will revolutionize health care, enabling better outcomes through predictive diagnostics, streamlined workflows and reduced clinician burden. In this episode, he shares how Oracle Health's innovative platform leverages AI to enhance efficiency and accuracy, integrating tools like ambient listening and real-time data capture to improve patient-provider interactions. By addressing inefficiencies in electronic health records (EHRs), the system allows clinicians to focus entirely on patients, while post-visit processes can be automated, allowing physicians to see more patients and provide human-centered care.

Harnessing EHRs to Unlock the Cure for Type 1 Diabetes: A Candid Discussion with ExpertsThis episode, sponsored by Hippo Education, explores the potential role of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) in finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Hosts are joined by Chip Hart from PCC and Dr. Dan Feiten from Office Practicum, both leading experts in pediatric-focused EHRs. They discuss their personal connections to T1D and the importance of identifying potential cases early, even before DKA develops. The conversation delves into the impact of family history and the need for better communication and education among pediatric clinicians. The experts emphasize the importance of integrating care plans, population health management, and the role of technology in achieving better outcomes. The discussion also highlights the challenges in the current healthcare system, including billing, insurance, and the need for more proactive strategies in pediatric care.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:40 Meet the Guests: Chip Hart and Dr. Dan Feiten01:38 Personal Stories of Type 1 Diabetes06:04 Redefining Type 1 Diabetes09:46 The Role of EHR in Managing Type 1 Diabetes16:38 Challenges and Opportunities in EHR Data38:54 The EHR Guy's Frustration with Inefficient Forms39:39 Pragmatic Approaches to Care Plans and Protocols40:27 Challenges in Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Families41:18 The Role of Pediatricians and Endocrinologists43:17 Communication Gaps in Diabetes Care44:40 Insurance and Accessibility Issues45:25 The Importance of Pediatric Leadership and Collaboration47:44 Advocating for Better Screening and Resolutions at the AAP01:00:30 The Future of Diabetes Monitoring and Technology01:08:00 Closing Thoughts on Pediatric Care and EHR SystemsSupport the show

Hosts Gil Bashe and Gregg Masters welcome Professor Linda Travis Macomber, a pioneering expert in health informatics, electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth, and AI-driven decision support systems. With a career spanning decades in clinical practice, academia, government policy, and healthcare technology, Linda shares insights into the evolution of health IT, the importance of connecting data-driven insights to patient care, and the role of AI in transforming decision-making for clinicians. The conversation touches on the future of digital health, AI-driven diagnostics, and the necessity of a paradigm shift from "problem lists" to "priority lists" in healthcare documentation. Linda also discusses her platform, Renaissance Health, a hub for digital health education, and highlights the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration in health informatics to improve patient safety and outcomes. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Health system IT leaders face a growing challenge: clinicians struggle to keep pace with rapid changes in EHRs and other digital tools. Bobby Zarr, Vice President of Healthcare at uPerform, believes AI can transform how health systems deliver training, improving adoption and satisfaction while reducing disruption. “The pace of change is accelerating, and users feel […] Source: Partner Perspective: Health Systems Should Give Software Training a Closer Look; Role-specific, Just-in-Time Approach More Effective Way to Go on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

Discharge orders have evolved. Today, they indicate the end of hospital billing for an encounter.However, when the discharge order is placed on a day other than the day a patient actually leaves the hospital, it can often lead to under-reporting the patient's length of stay (LOS) and other issues. And when some clinicians are told to place such an order when patients are medically ready to leave – even if there is no safe discharge plan – this forces the team to make the tough decision: to discharge or not to discharge. Thus, potential patient safety issues arise, as Dr. Juliet Ugarte Hopkins will report as the special guest during the next live edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays.Also part of the broadcast will be these instantly recognizable panelists, who will report more news during their segments:• Social Determinants of Health: Tiffany Ferguson, CEO for Phoenix Medical Management, Inc., will report on the news that is happening at the intersection of medical record auditing and the SDoH.• CDI Report: Cheryl Ericson, Director of Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) for the vaunted Brundage Group, will have the latest CDI updates.• The Coding Report: Christine Geiger, Assistant Vice President of Acute and Post-Acute Coding Services for First Class Solutions, will report on the latest coding news.• News Desk: Timothy Powell, ICD10monitor national correspondent and regulatory expert, will anchor the Talk Ten Tuesdays News Desk.• MyTalk: Angela Comfort, veteran healthcare subject-matter expert, will co-host the long-running and popular weekly Internet broadcast. Comfort is the assistant vice president of revenue integrity for Montefiore Health.

Internal medicine physician and physician coach Diane W. Shannon discusses her KevinMD article, "Why women doctors spend more time on EHRs and what it means for patient care." She explores key points such as the increased time women physicians spend on electronic health records, the impact on patient care, the complexities behind EHR usage differences, and offers actionable takeaways including improved team-based care, better processes for handling patient communication, adjusting compensation for additional work, and leveraging technology support like AI-generated replies. Diane provides insights on addressing burnout rates among women clinicians and understanding patient communication expectations. Our presenting sponsor is DAX Copilot by Microsoft. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of patient care. Microsoft is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with DAX Copilot, an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that automates clinical documentation and workflows. 70 percent of physicians who use DAX Copilot say it improves their work-life balance while reducing feelings of burnout and fatigue. Patients love it too! 93 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational, and 75 percent of physicians say it improves patient experiences. Help restore your work-life balance with DAX Copilot, your AI assistant for automated clinical documentation and workflows. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus

From WEDI's recently concluded Winter Forum on Health Accessibility, Janice Karin (Massachusetts Health Data Consortium and WEDI Health Equity Workgroup Co-Chair) chats with Prerana Laddha, Director of Population Health with Epic. Prerana offers her insight on EHR's role in advancing health equity, data challenges EHRs face, interoperability and the emergence of artificial intelligence and how it can assist EHRs in supporting health equity. 

About Frank Harvey:Frank Harvey is the CEO of Surescripts, a company aiming to we convene healthcare organizations nationwide to simplify how health intelligence is shared. Frank is an experienced chief executive and investor and has held numerous senior leadership roles during his more than 35-year career in the healthcare technology, pharmacy and pharmaceutical sectors. His leadership philosophy is to treat every person with respect, keep communication honest, and always have a bias for action. When Frank isn't working, he and his wife support their local Boys & Girls Clubs. They are also passionate defenders of clean water, working with local organizations to address the significant issue of toxic algae in local rivers.Things You'll Learn:Electronic prescribing has significantly reduced medication errors, administrative costs, and physician/pharmacist callbacks, with an estimated annual savings of $140 billion for the US healthcare system.Interoperability allows for better clinical decisions by making a comprehensive patient history accessible, improving health outcomes.The nation is facing a shortage of primary care providers, so pharmacists are in the perfect position to be integrated into the care team, making better medicine treatment and delivery. Surescripts is part of the Healthcare community and has partnerships with pharmacies, PBMs, EHRs, and health systems, all working together to improve the process of healthcare.Implementing real-time prescription benefits can reduce healthcare costs by helping physicians select more cost-effective treatment options.Resources:Connect with and follow Frank Harvey on LinkedIn.Follow Surescripts on LinkedIn and visit their website.

The administrative demands on medical professionals are growing. Doctors, nurses, and other staff manage enormous quantities of patient data in electronic health records (EHRs), often needing to sift through hundreds or thousands of pages to find the nugget of information they need. Emtelligent lightens the load on clinicians with AI solutions that can handle unstructured data efficiently. Healthcare IT Today sat down with Dr. Tim O'Connell, CEO at Emtelligent to learn more about their solution. Learn more about Emtelligent at https://emtelligent.com/ Find more great health IT content at https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

In this podcast episode, Chris Noyes from Texas Family Medicine delves into his journey of establishing a new practice with reduced upfront costs and scalable solutions. Dr. Noyes shares his firsthand experiences of navigating different EHR systems and why he ultimately returned to eClinicalWorks after exploring alternative EHRs.   In this engaging conversation, learn how the Fresh Start program from eClinicalWorks has empowered Dr. Noyes to manage costs effectively, adapt seamlessly to increasing patient loads, and maintain high-quality care without overwhelming expenses. The podcast highlights the unique customization features that eClinicalWorks offers, allowing practices to tailor patient portals and chart sections to meet their specific needs.

If AI is going to rapidly improve healthcare, shouldn't we start at the ground floor - with primary care? Cityblock's Chief Health Officer Dr. Kameron Matthews joins us to talk about how AI can reduce complexity and burnout, improve patient outcomes and free care teams to focus on human connections.We discuss:What it takes to design with and for the communities Her work with the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) to drive the development, evaluation, and appropriate use of AI in healthcareLessons Kameron learned being a student leader for the National Medical AssociationKameron reminds us that we cannot just drop new technologies onto care teams:“We have respect for the change management that is required to bring forward these new technologies and allow our care teams to really merge them into their current day to day practice. It's not about, as we have seen for years with EHRs. It's not about just putting them through some horrible modular training, but about actually bringing them to a level of understanding and being a part of the decision making of how we're adopting this technology, how we're blending it into their day to day, how it's making their job easier.”Relevant LinksAbout CityblockCNBC Disruptor 50: Cityblock CEO breaks down the business of health careAt Cityblock Health, ‘Everything is Driven by Data'Tour for Diversity in MedicineCoalition for Health AI (CHAI)About Our GuestAs the Chief Health Officer at Cityblock Health, I lead the clinical strategy and operations for a rapidly growing company that provides innovative, personalized, and accessible care to individuals and communities with complex health and social needs. I bring over 15 years of experience as a board-certified family physician, a health policy expert, and a mentor to aspiring and practicing health professionals from diverse backgrounds.My mission is to transform health care delivery and outcomes for underserved populations by leveraging innovative operations, data, technology, and human-centered design. I have co-founded and directed Tour for Diversity in Medicine, a national initiative that educates and inspires future physicians, dentists, and pharmacists of color, and serve as a Health Innovators Fellow at the Aspen Institute, a prestigious program that fosters entrepreneurial and values-driven leadership in health care. I have been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, the highest honor in the field, and served as a senior executive at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, where I oversaw the largest integrated health care network in the country in the Office of Community Care and later served as Chief Medical Officer of the health system. I am passionate about advancing health equity, quality, and innovation, and empowering the next generation of health care leaders.Source: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameronmatthews/Stay InformedIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The Other 80 for more conversations on equity,...

Subscriber-only episodeIn this episode, Darshan explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming clinical trial design, with a focus on using real-world data (RWD). The episode dives into the FDA's recognition of AI's potential to enhance clinical trials by using data from electronic health records (EHRs), medical claims, and disease registries. AI's ability to analyze large data sets enables identification of patterns that can predict chronic disease progression, leading to more personalized and effective treatments.Key benefits discussed include AI's role in continuous monitoring of trial subjects, real-time data analysis, and ensuring data accuracy through cleaning and curation, such as identifying duplicate entries and filling data gaps. AI's capacity to identify EHR phenotypes and group patients based on relevant characteristics allows for targeted and efficient trials, paving the way for precision medicine.Despite its advantages, the “black-box” problem of AI, where decision-making processes aren't fully transparent, remains a challenge. However, with regulatory oversight and consistent monitoring, AI is poised to revolutionize clinical trials, making them more efficient and inclusive. Subscribe for more insights on pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

Episode Summary: In episode 15 of Constructing With Care, guests Laura Wilt, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Sutter Health; Clara Guixa, Vice President of Applications and Deputy CIO at Boston Children's Hospital; and Carl Fleming, Healthcare Strategy and Digital Transformation at DPR Construction are welcomed by host Leslie Tullio. In this third and final episode of the series the group explores how funding models for healthcare projects are shaped by technological and demographic needs and how the industry is evaluating ROI They also delve into everybody's favorite topic, AI.  Key Themes: Strategic alignment of technology investments with organizational goals. The importance of flexible funding and innovation models. AI as a transformative tool for operational efficiency and patient care. The need for healthcare facilities to evolve in tandem with technological advancements [00:33] Introduction [01:47] Investment in Healthcare Technology Laura highlights the critical role of technology in health systems' strategies, particularly for improving access and leveraging digital professionals. Clara presents a balanced view, recognizing the progress but emphasizing the work needed to achieve ROI across the industry. [05:12] Aligning Technology with Strategic Goals Clara explains Boston Children's strategy of aligning tech investments with strategic goals, measuring outcomes, and maintaining accountability. Aligning metrics with problems being solved ensures investments deliver tangible value. [06:28] Innovative Approaches to Funding Laura discusses innovation driven by demographic shifts (e.g., aging populations) and the rise of value-based care. Carl shares insights into funding models such as venture capital, private equity, and strategic alliances. Health systems are increasingly investing in internal innovation hubs to drive long-term ROI and create scalable solutions. [11:39] Build vs. Buy vs. Adapt Laura introduces the concept of adapt as a middle ground between building and buying technology, tailoring solutions to specific needs. Clara reflects on her organization's journey from customized EHRs to a mix of purchased and adapted solutions. The "build, buy, or adapt" approach balances efficiency, customization, and scalability. [15:55] AI in Healthcare: Opportunities and Strategies Laura explains Sutter Health's strategy to build, buy, and adapt AI solutions, including ambient AI to improve efficiency and patient care. Clara highlights pediatric care advancements through large language models, genetic testing, and big data. AI's potential lies in intersecting technologies (e.g., ambient AI, RTLS) to create integrated, efficient systems. [20:06] Design and Construction Implications of Emerging Technology Carl emphasizes the importance of aligning design and construction efforts with health systems' AI strategies and innovation tolerance. Collaborative planning ensures physical spaces are optimized for integrating AI and other advanced technologies. [22:39] Closing Thoughts Leslie reflects on the interconnected nature of healthcare technology investments, ROI, and innovation. Featured Guests: Laura Wilt: Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Sutter Health Clara Guixa: Vice President of Applications and Deputy CIO at Boston Children's Hospital Carl Fleming: Healthcare Strategy and Digital Transformation Specialist at DPR Construction   Laura Wilt  "Technology is integral to healthcare strategies, but it should never be about technology for technology's sake. It's about achieving the outcomes we're striving for."    Clara Guixa  "Funding healthcare technology isn't just about the dollars; it's about understanding the value and impact on patient outcomes."  Carl Fleming  "If technology doesn't streamline processes or add value, providers don't want it. We need to ensure tech works for them, not against them." 

Happy Wednesday! I am super proud of Jim Joyce and I for staying consistent again with #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy. Those podcast coaching sessions must be working!

In this episode of This Week In Health Tech, Vik Patel welcomes Mark Farrow, a CIO veteran with experience of leading IT teams at large academic health systems and also community health system. This episode is very in-depth real world discussions about data challenges, AI governance and interoperability in healthcare.Mark starts out sharing his background and how he got started working in a hospital. Vik and Mark talk about data challenge in health systems, starting with challenge of making sense of the big data. Mark makes a comment that health systems are "data rich and knowledge poor", which really describes the big data current situation in most health systems. Vik and Mark then share that not everyone maybe aware that faxing is still very much active in health system communication. That shows that we still have much to do for interoperability. There are still many point to point interfaces and in this case using Faxing. Vik asks the question to Mark if EHRs have a role to play in how the data is being collected but the usage of data and sharing is still a challenge. Mark and Vik then discuss strategy of AI, and how quality of life should drive the decision making. Mark thinks AI should really help unlock the power of data that is in the EHRs and all the clinical applications. Mark also provides real-world examples of how AI can help unlock data for clinical and operational decision making and help improve patient outcomes. Both then dive into the risks related to adopting AI solutions and how to overcome some of these challenges using governance and appropriate resources like data scientists on the team. Support the showListen to all This Week in Health Tech episodesVik Patel - LinkedInTido Inc. - WebsiteTido Inc. - LinkedIn

Teresa Ehnert, Federal Affairs Liaison for the Arizona Department of Health Services Office of Resiliency, Policy, and Environmental Services, discusses why public health is the perfect career for someone transitioning from the military; Lillia Colasurdo, ASTHO Director of Public Health Law and Data Sharing, tells us how the HTI-2 rule could help those in public health; the Public Health Infrastructure Grant has its own newsletter; and applications are now open for ASTHO's Over-the-Counter Contraception Academy. Arizona Department of Health Services Web Page: AZ Hires Vets ASTHO Blog Article: What Public Health Leaders Need to Know About HTI-2 Proposed Rule PHIG Newsletter ASTHO Web Page: Funding & Collaboration Opportunities  

I'd LOVE to hear from you! Now you can send a TEXT MESSAGE! Be sure to leave your contact EMAIL so I can return your message!Today's Partner Episode is brought To You By DrChrono by EverHealth!Start your FREE TRIAL TODAY and see why DrChrono by EverHealth is the #1 All-In-One Mobile EHR!Dr. Alex Foxman joins host Dr. Maryal Concepcion to delve into his journey opening three practices, including the Beverly Hills Institute, his mobile home visit service, and his national virtual weight loss program. He details how DrChrono by EverHealth has revolutionized his clinical operations, enabling seamless communication and task management for each of these practices because it is an All-In-One, cloud-based, customizable EHR. The discussion also touches on the future of AI in healthcare data analytics, positioning DrChrono by EverHealth as a frontrunner in technological advancement.Listeners gain valuable tips on evaluating EHRs, considering factors like workflow compatibility, ease of use, efficiency, and customizability that he has enjoyed with DrChrono by EverHealth. Start your FREE TRIAL TODAY and see why DrChrono by EverHealth is the #1 All-In-One Mobile EHR!Support the showBe A My DPC Story PATREON MEMBER! SPONSOR THE PODMy DPC Story VOICEMAIL! DPC SWAG!FACEBOOK * INSTAGRAM * LinkedIn * TWITTER * TIKTOK * YouTube

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the remarkable leadership of Judy Faulkner, founder of Epic, and her enduring impact on healthcare technology. Scott explores how her relentless focus on improvement has positioned Epic as the dominant leader in EHRs, making a compelling case for Faulkner as one of the greatest CEOs of our time.

Send us a textTheoretically, having a full view of a patient's medical records could lead to more personalized treatment, stronger data security, and new research breakthroughs.But in practice? That's a tall order.Could AI be the solution?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Bo Holland, Founder and CEO of All Clear ID, talks about the risks patients face with medical record security and the critical task of helping patients easily navigate and control their health data.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk and get on your way to being your best self.As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided.

Today, we had a fantastic conversation with Josh Nation from TurnCloud. If you've ever been bogged down by complex electronic health records (EHRs) or struggling to streamline your practice management, this episode is for you. Josh and I dive deep into the world of chiropractic EHRs and explore how TurnCloud is revolutionizing the field with its user-friendly, cloud-based system designed to simplify your workflow.Episode Notes: The Best Objective Assessment of the Cervical Spine- Provide reliable assessments and exercises for Neuromuscular Control, Proprioception, Range of Motion, and Sensorimotor-Integration. Learn more at NeckCare.comTurncloud EHR- Minimalist design, without being sparse. Practical, yet elegant. Turncloud's design was to find the most efficient path in a day in the life of a chiropractic office. Connect with their team at www.turncloud.com Patient Pilot by The Smart Chiropractor is the fastest, easiest to generate weekly patient reactivations on autopilot…without spending any money on advertising. Click here to schedule a call with our team.Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

AI platforms like DeepScribe can drastically reduce physician burnout by automating up to 80% of medical documentation. In this episode, Matt Ko, co-founder, President, and Chief Operating Officer at DeepScribe,  highlights how the platform eases physician burnout by capturing and organizing patient-physician conversations, allowing doctors to focus more on patient care. The platform also offers features like HCC assist, which helps identify chronic conditions, and customization options that make clinical adoption more seamless. Throughout this interview, Matt stresses the importance of leveraging unstructured data from EHRs to improve patient outcomes and explores the future of AI in healthcare. He also urges listeners to embrace new ideas and explore the innovative solutions provided by AI in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how AI is shaping the future of medical documentation! Resources:  Connect and follow Matt Ko on LinkedIn. Discover more about DeepScribe on their LinkedIn and website. Email Matt directly here.

Health Affairs' Jeff Byers welcomes Brad Ryan, MD, Chief Growth Officer at NCQA, to the program to discuss the evolving state of EHRs, who owns the data, whether providers are excited about data standards, and what opportunities could be out there as health care embraces more digital efforts and arrangements.Health Affairs released an ahead-of-print article this week by Gillian K. SteelFisher and coauthors examining the public awareness and perceptions of Paxlovid as well as discovering that a majority of Americans have limited awareness of the at-home COVID-19 treatment. Order the September 2024 issue of Health Affairs.Related Articles:Digital Quality Transition Hub from NCQAElectronic health records giant Epic Systems sued over alleged monopolistic practices (Stat+)

Before we kick in to the show today, I just want to make two points. Here's the first point. Together, we can do it. No one said transforming healthcare and elevating patients over profits would be easy. And it is not. It's really, really hard. I just want to say thanks for all that you have accomplished, Relentless Health Value (RHV) tribe members. These are the things that matter to, really, our entire country, friends, family, patients, members, and in so many ways is really worth it. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Second point I want to make is to thank everybody who has left a tip in our tip jar. Some people have even left recurring donations, which, wow, my faith in humanity is restored when I see my people offering their financial support this way. I feel this way because (a) I don't usually ask for financial support on the pod, even though it's something that is certainly on my mind a lot, and (b) those who offer financial support, at least at this time, don't get anything other than knowing that their help helps this podcast continue, which, again, just warms my heart. The show today is a companion, I'm gonna say, to episode 446, also with Dr. Spencer Dorn. In the first show, we didn't talk about the impact of EHR (electronic health record) systems; and in a similar vein today, we're not gonna talk about the impact of artificial intelligence. I'm phrasing this in this kind of odd way because that earlier conversation with Dr. Dorn was about Kranzberg's First Law of Technology. And this one is, too, where Melvin Kranzberg says, “Don't ascribe any given technology a label of good, bad, or even neutral.” Point being, let's not sit around blaming or crediting a technology for downstream consequences. After all, I mean, if we're thinking about just EHR instances, there's EHR instances where it takes 60 clicks for a doctor to order a patient Tylenol—60 clicks! Then, same EHR system installed in a different hospital? It can take 2 clicks. Those excess 58 clicks aren't because of the technology itself. They're because the technology was configured poorly by humans involved in configuring the technology. And if that technology then results in burnout or moral injury or someone insisting on measuring 58 quality measures in the most labor-intensive way possible, that's a function of how that tool is used or configured, not anything inherent in that technology itself. So, yeah … watch where those fingers are pointing. And all of this is equally relevant to artificial intelligence. As Dr. Dorn says, there's no intrinsic property of the technology—any technology—that determines the outcome. It's how we use it, how we implement it, how we put it into daily practice that really ultimately is the arbiter of what happens and how it impacts lives. I'd also just add even if the tech itself has some glitches or hallucinates, someone decided to use it in the current form it's in. So … yeah. So, the first takeaway from this short show focused on artificial intelligence is gonna be the same, really, as it was in episode 446 about EHRs. Do not ascribe any given technology a label of, as I said, good, bad, or even neutral. That is, as I just said, Kranzberg's First Law of Technology; and it applies here, too. Second major takeaway—and again, this is the same as in that earlier show about EHRs, but today we're talking about AI—if you're thinking about the ultimate impact of the people and the processes that have some technology in their midst (technology, again, such as AI, artificial intelligence), the ultimate impact will not be a black-and-white binary. We talk about some of these nuanced not binaries in the 10 minutes that follow, but for more, I've put some links below for some newsletters et cetera to check out. One last thing before we get into the show today. Speaking of AI, I asked Google about myself; and this is what the Google AI bot replied: “Richter is also co-president of Aventria Health Group, a consultancy, and QC Health, a public benefit corporation.” Okay, so far so good. “She has also been recognized for her work on Relentless Health Value by winning the Edward R. Murrow Award.” Hmmm … Just for the record, I did not win the Edward R. Murrow Award, which is actually a really prestigious broadcast media award. So … yeah. This podcast is, in fact, factually sponsored by Aventria Health Group. And with that, here is my conversation with Dr. Spencer Dorn about, but not about, artificial intelligence. Dr. Spencer Dorn is a practicing gastroenterologist. He also helps lead a large academic practice and works in healthcare IT and clinical informatics. Artificial intelligence links from the past couple months to check out, as promised: AI Health Uncut newsletter by Sergei Polevikov, ABD, MBA, MS, MA

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Jim Hennessy, President at e4health.What you'll get out of this episode:Fix, Rip, or Replace EHR Systems: Jim Hennessy, President of e4health, discusses the complex decision-making process hospitals face regarding optimizing or replacing their Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.Strategic Indicators for Change: Learn the key factors that signal when a hospital needs to reconsider its current EHR platform.Optimization vs. Replacement: Insights into how hospitals can assess whether to enhance their current system or switch to a new platform.Future of EHR Systems: Explore the shift toward "intelligent EHRs" and the integration of AI, automation, and data-driven healthcare.To learn more about e4health:Website https://www.e4.health/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/e4health/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhennessy/ Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.

In this episode, we sit down with Kyna Fong, a health care executive, to explore the evolution of health technology and its challenges. From the rapid adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) to the current usability crisis, Kyna shares insights on how AI can transform the health care landscape—if we learn from past mistakes. We discuss the potential of AI-powered tools to reduce administrative burdens and improve patient care. Kyna Fong is a health care executive. She discusses the KevinMD article, "What if AI focused on respecting the craft of medicine?" Our presenting sponsor is DAX Copilot by Microsoft. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of patient care. Microsoft is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with DAX Copilot, an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that automates clinical documentation and workflows. 70 percent of physicians who use DAX Copilot say it improves their work-life balance while reducing feelings of burnout and fatigue. Patients love it too! 93 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational, and 75 percent of physicians say it improves patient experiences. Help restore your work-life balance with DAX Copilot, your AI assistant for automated clinical documentation and workflows. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus