Artificial general intelligence (AGI) refers to AI systems that can match or exceed human cognitive abilities across a wide range of tasks, including complex medical decision-making. With tech leaders predicting AGI-level capabilities within just a few years,...
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek are now easily accessible to both clinicians and patients. In a previous newsletter, I invited readers to try these tools for themselves. In this poll, I wanted to learn how you view generative AI as a medical tool. Here...
With the Trump administration in office for more than two months now, major policy changes and proposals are taking shape. Some could dramatically impact healthcare access, costs and innovation. Last month, I asked you about these changes and how you felt about the...
Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing in healthcare. Some studies suggest that AI-driven systems can outperform human doctors in specific tasks. But how do patients and clinicians and patients feel about this shift? Would you trust AI for medical guidance? I...
The U.S. has officially entered a new presidential term. Trump’s rapid-fire executive orders, RFK Jr.’s Senate confirmation as HHS secretary and Elon Musk’s early influence over government departments/budgets all indicate that healthcare is poised for major change....
The U.S. Surgeon General has called isolation and loneliness a significant public health issue, comparing its impact to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Though the problem has grown over decades, the COVID-19 pandemic intensified feelings of disconnection for millions of...
Studies show that gratitude has profound effects on well-being, enhancing both mental and physical health. Over the Thanksgiving holiday, I asked you to reflect on the aspects of your life for which you are most appreciative. Here are the results: My thoughts: I...
Today, 1 in 6 Americans are using artificial intelligence to answer medical questions. Clinicians, meanwhile, are relying on AI as a healthcare tool more and more. With that context, I asked readers to share their thoughts the responsibility of doctors to disclose...
Last month, I asked readers to weigh in on the election and how healthcare issues will influence the outcome. Here are the results: My thoughts: For two of the questions, readers viewed the middle ground as most likely, which I find both realistic and revealing....
As with every election cycle, healthcare projects to be an important topic for voters and policymakers alike. Last month’s poll invited readers to share their thoughts on the role healthcare will play in our 2024 voting decisions, as well as the influence government...
