The first time using ambient AI consultation transcription

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The first time using ambient AI consultation transcription

Jo Scott-Jones

Friday 10 January 2025, 12:30 PM

Ambient artificial intelligence is no longer the domain of science fiction, but it will augment rather than replace clinicians for the foreseeable future [Image: Igor Omilaev on Unsplash]

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This article was first published online on 9 October 2024.

Following his previous article about how generative artificial intelligence can improve work efficiency, specialist GP Jo Scott-Jones describes his first experience with an AI transcription tool

Key points, Artificial intelligence transcription tools are a gamechanger for efficiently generating patient notes and extracting information from those notes. , Pract Green w Pale Yellow

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References

Dowell A, Stubbe M, Scott-Dowell K, et al. Talking with the alien: interaction with computers in the GP consultation. Aust J Prim Health 2013;19(4):275–82.

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