Medical Economics February 24, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Family physicians see AI as a tool to reduce administrative burdens and enhance patient care, not replace human judgment.
- High demand exists for AI in administrative tasks, population management, and behavioral health support among family physicians.
- Physicians frequently use AI for electronic health records and clinical decision support, but have limited input in AI program selection.
- The success of AI in primary care relies on trust, usability, and clinician support, with mixed predictions for its impact on care personalization and clinician-patient relationships.
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