Providence's Sara Vaezy on AI's Transformative Role in Healthcare Innovation
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Sara Vaezy, chief transformation officer at Providence, discusses the surge in digital health initiatives and the integration of AI in healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic on the "Shift AI" podcast. She describes how Providence adapted to virtual care demands using tools like DexCare, which scaled their services as in-person visits declined. As the organization continues to innovate, Vaezy highlights AI solutions aimed at reducing clinician workloads, such as the Conversation and Navigation Platform and the Nuance DAX CoPilot, which automates tasks like patient inquiries and clinical documentation. She also underscores Providence's commitment to responsible AI use, emphasizing resource allocation for monitoring operations and ensuring data privacy.
