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This episode discusses the impact of AI on healthcare practices and patient management with Dr. Adam Rodman.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a tool of the future—it’s already in the exam room. In this episode of Specifically for Seniors, host Dr. Larry Barsh sits down with Dr. Adam Rodman, a Harvard professor and internal medicine physician, to discuss how AI is fundamentally changing the way doctors practice and how patients manage their health. From "AI scribes" that record visits to patients using ChatGPT for a second opinion, we explore the benefits, the risks, and the future of healthcare in an AI-driven world. In this video, you will learn: The Rise of AI Scribes: How automated recording tools are allowing doctors to focus on patients instead of computer screens. The "Second Opinion" in Your Pocket: Why Dr. Rodman believes it’s actually okay (and even helpful) for patients to consult AI before their appointment. Accuracy vs. Human Intuition: Can AI out-diagnose a human doctor?. Privacy & Security: Understanding HIPAA compliance and how your medical data is protected when using AI tools. About Our Guest: Dr. Adam Rodman is a general internist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, and the Director of…

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