Nvidia, Google, Microsoft, and numerous other tech companies are showcasing artificial intelligence (AI) tools at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas, aimed at alleviating administrative burdens for healthcare professionals.
The conference, which began on Sunday, is expected to attract over 12,000 industry leaders. This year, AI tools designed to streamline administrative tasks are in the spotlight.
Healthcare workers face overwhelming documentation demands while managing patient records and insurance interactions, often leading to burnout. A recent report anticipates a shortage of 100,000 healthcare workers in the U.S. by 2028 due to these challenges.
Google announced the general availability of its Vertex AI Search for Healthcare, which allows developers to create tools that help physicians quickly access medical records. In a survey, doctors reported spending nearly 28 hours weekly on administrative tasks, with 91% expressing optimism about using AI to simplify their workloads.
Microsoft also introduced a range of tools aimed at reducing administrative tasks for healthcare professionals, including an automated documentation tool through its subsidiary, Nuance Communications. Their DAX Copilot uses AI to transcribe patient visits into clinical notes, freeing up time for doctors.
Nvidia plans to address healthcare challenges with AI tools and has seen significant stock growth, benefiting from the AI boom. The company has formed partnerships with firms like Johnson & Johnson and GE HealthCare to enhance its AI offerings in healthcare.
Despite the healthcare sector's slow technology adoption, the excitement surrounding AI administrative tools has surged since the emergence of ChatGPT two years ago. However, many healthcare systems are still in early evaluation stages of these technologies.