The bar is higher for diagnostic programs than it is for programs that write our notes. But the way we typically test advances in medicine — a rigorously designed randomized clinical trial that takes years — won’t work here. But even as he prepares to embrace new technology, Dr. Rodman wonders if something will be lost. writing our notes for us, Dr. Rodman sees a trade-off. At the same time, patients will be using these technologies, asking questions and coming to us with potential answers.

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Persons: —, Adam Rodman, Beth, Rodman, “, Dr Organizations: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, New England, of Medicine, A.I Locations: Boston