In a recent Forbes article, I explored how clinicians might harness generative AI – not just for their own use or financial gain, but as a tool to educate and empower patients. So, I asked readers (both healthcare professionals and patients) whether they’re using...
Congress has advanced the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (H.R. 1), a sweeping tax and spending package that includes key healthcare provisions. This poll asked how readers expect the legislation to impact American healthcare, along with which provisions they support and...
Lowering drug prices, reversing chronic disease and expanding access to generative AI are among the many healthcare promises made by the current administration. But last month I asked readers which of these goals is most achievable, and what’s most likely to stand in...
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...