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This article explores how artificial intelligence (AI) scribes could transform psychiatry by automating clinical documentation. AI scribes record patient sessions and convert them into structured notes. They aim to save time, reduce burnout, and enhance patient care. However, concerns include privacy, errors, and difficulty capturing nuanced psychiatric interviews. Responsible use, including patient consent and accuracy checks, is essential to ensure these tools improve patient care.
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This article is important because it sparks a necessary conversation about the intersection of cutting-edge technology and mental health care. As AI becomes more integrated into medicine, psychiatrists must navigate its potential to revolutionize care while addressing its limitations. By examining the real-world applications, risks, and ethical implications of AI scribes, this article equips professionals with the knowledge to make informed decisions about adopting transformative tools in a uniquely sensitive field.
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This page is a summary of: Artificial Intelligence Scribes in Psychiatry, FOCUS The Journal of Lifelong Learning in Psychiatry, January 2025, American Psychiatric Association,
DOI: 10.1176/appi.focus.20240024.
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