Canada is investing about $15 million toward the development of artificial intelligence in healthcare that Federal Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne calls a “game changer” for improving the industry’s ability to serve patients.
Many patient visits have returned to in-person following the dramatic upsurge of virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic, but phone and video visits remain a common part of routine care.
Health Minister Michelle Thompson says the new service is the result of a successful $2-million pilot project earlier this year involving 15 family doctors and seven nurse practitioners at six clinics.
Some doctors euphoric about new tech that produces SOAP notes automatically at end of patient encounter. But there is a lot to unpack about this fresh technology and how to find the best tools for your practice.
