Torrance Memorial Sees 23% Drop In Physician Documentation Time With AI Agent
Oracle
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The Torrance Memorial Physician Network has launched a pilot program employing the Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent to combat physician documentation overload among primary care physicians. This AI tool listens to patient interactions and generates draft notes that integrate with the existing Electronic Health Record system, resulting in an average time savings of 23% per patient encounter. The initiative not only improves clinician efficiency but also enhances patient engagement by allowing physicians to dedicate more time to direct patient care. Additionally, the AI's capability to generate notes in Spanish supports communication in diverse patient populations, highlighting its potential to improve healthcare quality across demographics.
