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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 10 MIN

VA rolled out new AI tools quickly, but without a system to catch mistakes, patient safety is on the line

from The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

A new review shows Department of Veterans Affairs clinicians are using AI tools for documentation and decision support, but there’s no system in place to detect mistakes or respond to risks. Without better oversight, the technology could unintentionally affect patient diagnoses and care. Here to explain the warning and what needs to happen next is the VA's Inspector General, Cheryl Mason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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