by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Nov 9, 2026 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
Healthcare was a major concern for voters in the 2026 midterm elections. With a new Congress taking office in January, elected officials will face competing demands to lower costs, protect insurance coverage, improve access and strengthen the quality of medical care....
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Oct 12, 2026 | Surveys, Uncategorized
Recent stories about AI systems behaving unpredictably have raised serious questions about safety, control and regulation. At the same time, generative AI is already being used in healthcare for medical information, patient communication, administrative tasks and,...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Sep 7, 2026 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
Patients are already using generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini for advice on symptoms, diagnoses, test results, medications and treatment options. Last month’s survey asked whether clinicians should play an active role in helping patients use GenAI for...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Aug 9, 2026 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
A recent Controversies in Medicine video examined Medical Aid in Dying, the subject of one of the most difficult and personal debates in healthcare. Last month’s reader poll asked for your views on this topic. Here are the results with my analysis below the graphic: ...
by Robert Pearl, M.D. | Jul 13, 2026 | All Blog Posts, Surveys
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude are increasingly being used for health and medical questions, from understanding symptoms to preparing for doctor visits. Last month, I wanted to see how usage, trust and experience with AI are changing. Here are the...
