In this episode, Dr. Adam Cifu chats with Dr. Wei Wei Lee about the essence of clinical excellence, which she defines as the importance of shared vulnerability and meaningful human connection in patient care. Dr. Lee reflects on how advancements in artificial intelligence can threaten these connections if they prioritize efficiency over personal interaction. Join them as they discuss the evolving landscape of medicine and the challenge of maintaining empathy in a technology-driven world.
Dive deeper into the fascinating conversations from this episode with two must-see resources related to the themes discussed:
- Episode featuring Dr. Shah – “AI in Medicine: The Present”: In this insightful episode, Dr. Shah highlights the transformative role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, examining how tools for ambient clinical documentation are changing the way physicians interact with patients. Discover how AI is enhancing clinical encounters by allowing doctors to focus more on care and less on paperwork: AI in Medicine: The Present.
- Article by Dr. Adam Cifu – “The Moment I Realized AI Will Introduce a Brave New World for Medicine”: In this article, Adam Cifu explores the complex relationship between artificial intelligence and the practice of medicine, cautioning against an over-reliance on technology and emphasizing the irreplaceable role of human clinicians in patient care: Article about AI in Medicine.
What is The Clinical Excellence Podcast?
The Clinical Excellent Podcast, sponsored by the Bucksbaum Institute for Clinical Excellence is a biweekly podcast hosted by Drs. Adam Cifu and Matthew Sorrentino. The podcast has three formats: discussions between doctors and patients, discussions with authors of research pertinent to improving clinical care and the doctor-patient relationship and discussions with physicians about challenges in the doctor-patient relationship or in the life of a physician.