JAMA+ AI Conversations Changing Opinions About AI in Health Care
Aug 7, 2025
David Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer at Microsoft and Stanford adjunct professor, shares his fascinating journey from clinical practice to tech leadership. He discusses the rapid evolution of AI in healthcare, emphasizing the need for AI training in medical education. Rhew humorously illustrates the risks of over-relying on AI, likening it to becoming too dependent on GPS. He also highlights how AI can revolutionize care for underserved populations and improve drug discovery, advocating for effective adoption strategies.
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Career Shift from Clinic to Tech
- David Rhew transitioned from clinical practice to tech by developing an evidence-based order set for electronic health records.
- His work during the Meaningful Use era led to his role in tech leadership improving standardized care.
Rapid AI Evolution
- AI is advancing so fast that opinions about its capabilities can become outdated within months.
- Reassessing AI's potential regularly is essential as its performance rapidly improves.
AI Understanding Humanity
- AI is surpassing human clinical capabilities and demonstrating human-like traits such as empathy.
- AI helps us understand what it means to be human and can make us better clinicians.