As the healthcare industry increasingly adopts artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline administrative tasks, a Melbourne psychiatrist has sparked controversy by refusing to see new patients who refuse to allow AI to transcribe their sessions. The psychiatrist's decision is part of a growing trend, with nearly half of general practitioners now using AI-driven note-taking tools, known as scribes. However, critics argue that patients should have the right to opt out of AI use, raising concerns about patient autonomy and data privacy. As the use of AI in healthcare continues to expand, this decision highlights the delicate balance between technological efficiency and patient consent.
Registration form informs patients that if they do not wish AI to be used, they will need their referring doctor to refer them to a different service providerGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Melbourne psychiatrist has refused new patients unless they agree to allow her to use an AI scribe to transcribe the conversations in their sessions.AI-driven note taking tools are becoming popular within the medical industry – with two in five general practitioners now using such scribes, according to the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Continue reading...
