State lawmakers are increasingly addressing the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, as demonstrated at the 2025 AMA State Advocacy Summit in California. Tim Storey, CEO of the National Conference of State Legislatures, highlighted the prominence of AI in legislative discussions, alongside healthcare and budget issues. AMA Board of Trustees Chair Michael Suk emphasized the organization’s commitment to integrating AI to improve patient experiences and outcomes. The AMA has revised its policies on AI development to ensure physicians participate in shaping its future in healthcare. A panel at the summit discussed the need for balancing innovation with patient protection, noting a significant increase in state-level AI legislation, with over 100 bills introduced in 2024.

Lawmakers Prioritize AI's Role in Transforming Healthcare Policy American Medical Association

Texas Children's Hospital has effectively integrated artificial intelligence into its operations, focusing on improving patient care and staff productivity while maintaining ethical standards. According to Myra Davis, EVP and Chief Information and Innovation Officer, the hospital currently utilizes around ten AI models and employs a structured development framework to ensure their effectiveness. One key application has automated employee recognition based on survey feedback, dramatically increasing the number of recognized staff members and improving workplace morale.

Texas Children's Hospital Transforms Care with Innovative AI Solutions Becker's Hospital Review

Seattle Children's Hospital has collaborated with Google Cloud to create the Pathway Assistant, an AI-powered tool designed to improve clinical decision-making. This initiative addresses significant issues in the U.S. healthcare system, such as provider shortages and complex patient needs, by utilizing Clinical Standard Pathways (CSWs) for over 70 diagnoses as evidence-based guidelines. Leveraging Google's Gemini models on the Vertex AI platform, the Pathway Assistant can efficiently synthesize data from various sources, drastically reducing the time needed for healthcare providers to access vital information from 15 minutes to mere seconds. Initial pilot programs suggest the tool can lower provider workloads and enhance patient care by facilitating timely, informed decisions, according to Darren Migita, medical director of clinical effectiveness at Seattle Children's.

Seattle Children's and Google Cloud Launch AI Tool to Transform Healthcare Decisions Google Cloud Press Corner

Confluence Health is improving physician leadership by implementing a comprehensive leadership development strategy led by Dr. Galen Sorom. The healthcare system emphasizes diverse leadership skills, aiming to enhance physician satisfaction and reduce burnout. To identify leadership needs, Confluence Health conducts non-performance-related surveys for constructive feedback and support. Acknowledging the lack of leadership training in medical schools, the organization provides flexible learning options, including podcasts and short educational modules, to facilitate professional development while accommodating the busy schedules of physician leaders. New leaders benefit from targeted training programs focusing on critical issues like burnout.

Confluence Health Boosts Physician Leadership with Innovative Development Programs AMA