Introducing WBUR’s series ‘AI in the doctor’s office’
Introducing WBUR’s series ‘AI in the doctor’s office’
https://www.wbur.org/news/2026/05/05/artificial-intelligence-doctors-office
Publish Date: 2026-05-05 14:17:00
Source Domain: www.wbur.org
Here is a summary of the article from WBUR’s CommonHealth newsletter in an unordered list with 5 key points:
– This excerpt highlights the use of AI tools in healthcare, focusing on how these technologies are transforming diagnostic and treatment processes.
– Dr. Sam Ash at South Shore Hospital utilizes OpenEvidence, a generative AI platform for doctors, to assist in diagnosing patients and checking the levels of medications in blood to determine if intensive treatment is necessary.
– AI scribes are increasingly used by Massachusetts doctors to take notes during patient visits, recording, transcribing, and summarizing appointments, and also assist in billing processes.
– An algorithm developed by MIT and Massachusetts General Hospital can predict breast cancer risks by analyzing mammogram images, potentially allowing for earlier detection and intervention.
– AI is also being incorporated into mental health support, with some clinicians using AI chatbots trained on therapeutic practices, while discussing the complexities and implications with their clients.
