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July 25, 2024
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Empathic AI responses to patient inquires could be the answer to ‘overburdened’ clinicians

Empathic AI responses to patient inquires could be the answer to ‘overburdened’ clinicians

Chatbots use of more positive and subjective language produced more empathetic responses to patient questions submitted through EHR prompts compared with those of primary care physicians, according to results of a randomized study.

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July 25, 2024
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Machine Learning in Cancer Care with Shyam Natarajan, PhD

Machine Learning in Cancer Care with Shyam Natarajan, PhD

In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Shyam Natarajan, PhD, about machine learning in cancer research and testing, using technological innovation to address disparities in health care trials and more.

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July 24, 2024
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AI model correctly predicts FVC, FEV1 from chest X-rays

AI model correctly predicts FVC, FEV1 from chest X-rays

With just chest X-rays, an AI model estimated FVC and FEV1 and had “excellent agreement” when compared with spirometry results, according to results published in The Lancet Digital Health.

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July 17, 2024
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Top in endocrinology: Tirzepatide vs. semaglutide; FDA rejects icodec for diabetes

Top in endocrinology: Tirzepatide vs. semaglutide; FDA rejects icodec for diabetes

Researchers found that adults with overweight or obesity lost more weight with tirzepatide than semaglutide in a head-to-head comparison of the medications using electronic medical records data.

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July 16, 2024
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Q&A: New ABIM president outlines priorities

Q&A: New ABIM president outlines priorities

The American Board of Internal Medicine has unanimously chosen Furman S. McDonald, MD, MPH, as its next leader.

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July 16, 2024
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Smart ring that can detect atrial fibrillation launched

Smart ring that can detect atrial fibrillation launched

Ultrahuman announced it launched a platform for apps and plugins built on a health and wellness data stack, the first to be done in a smart ring form factor.

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July 12, 2024
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AI in ophthalmology: Top items of 2024 so far

AI in ophthalmology: Top items of 2024 so far

In 2024, the discussion around AI’s role in medicine continues to grow, including in eye care.

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July 12, 2024
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AI tools require precise language, content formulation to better assist medical education

AI tools require precise language, content formulation to better assist medical education

AI-generative tools such as ChatGPT may be a useful tool for medical education but require precise formulation of language and content to match and assist skills of human counterparts, according to new research from Brain and Spine.

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July 12, 2024
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AI-driven app shows ‘benefits across the board’ for managing cancer symptoms through diet

AI-driven app shows ‘benefits across the board’ for managing cancer symptoms through diet

CHICAGO — Most individuals with cancer who used an AI-based nutritional platform reported the application helped them regulate their diets and improved their quality of life, according to study results presented at ASCO Annual Meeting.

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July 12, 2024
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Q&A: AI chatbot helps make colonoscopy prep ‘a little less painful’ for patients

Q&A: AI chatbot helps make colonoscopy prep ‘a little less painful’ for patients

AI has already made its mark in gastroenterology as a tool for detecting gastrointestinal lesions, adenomas and inflammatory bowel disease. However, its next phase of evolution might seem the most unlikely: Aiding colonoscopy preparation.

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