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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2025 · 22 MIN

Why doctors love AI scribes—and the risks they bring

from The Podcast by KevinMD

Urologist David Canes discusses his article, "Why AI scribes are changing medicine and the hidden risks you must know." He shares insights from using AI scribes in over 3,000 clinical encounters, noting how they save time, reduce burnout, and enhance patient interactions. David also highlights challenges like technical glitches, over-reliance on AI, and potential documentation errors. He suggests clinicians always review AI notes and keep manual skills sharp to balance benefits and risks effectively. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Want to streamline your clinical documentation and take advantage of customizations that put you in control? What about the ability to surface information right at the point of care or automate tasks with just a click? Now, you can. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Offering an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform, Dragon Copilot can help you unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise and it's part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare–and it's built on a foundation of trust. 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

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Urologist David Canes discusses his article, "Why AI scribes are changing medicine and the hidden risks you must know." He shares insights from using AI scribes in over 3,000 clinical encounters, noting how they save time, reduce burnout, and...

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