Sutter Health Integrates AI Decision Support Tools Into EHR To Support Workflow
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Contributed by: HeLOS Intelligence
Summary
Sutter Health is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) decision support tools into its Epic electronic health record (EHR) system to enhance clinical decision-making by providing real-time access to updated care guidelines and clinical data. Partnering with OpenEvidence, this initiative employs natural language processing to enable physicians to efficiently locate relevant clinical information, thereby improving patient care and outcomes while maintaining quality and safety standards. This development reflects Sutter Health's ongoing commitment to leveraging technology to reduce clinician burnout and improve healthcare delivery, highlighting the growing role of AI in supporting healthcare professionals. As Sutter Health advances its AI capabilities, it also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and safety in medical AI applications.
