The A.I. Will See You Now

The A.I. Will See You Now

Artificial intelligence is coming to a doctor’s office near you—if it isn’t already there, working in an administrative role. Are you ready for generative A.I. to help your doctor diagnose you? Is your doctor ready to listen—with the necessary mix of humility and skepticism?


Guest: Geoffrey Fowler, Washington Post tech columnist.


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