Health & Veritas Lee Schwamm: Smarter Healthcare Systems With AI
Jul 25, 2024
Lee Schwamm, Associate Dean for Digital Strategy and Transformation at Yale School of Medicine, discusses innovative healthcare solutions. He highlights the transformative potential of generative AI in patient triage and reducing clinician workloads. Lee also shares insights on the future of telehealth, emphasizing the need for system redesign and reimbursement strategies. Additionally, he explores ambient AI's role in improving documentation and patient interactions, while balancing a demanding medical career with family life. The conversation is a mix of tech innovation and personal anecdotes.
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Compounded Anti-Obesity Drugs Differ From Branded Versions
- Compounded semaglutide products are not FDA-approved and vary in quality and delivery.
- Harlan Krumholz warns patients they may not match branded drug safety, dosing, or sterility.
From Bedside Privilege To Systemic Change
- Lee Schwamm describes how bedside care ignited his drive to change systems for more patients.
- He contrasts individualized clinical impact with the need to work upstream to help millions.
Telehealth Needs A Permanent Reimbursement Runway
- Telehealth's pandemic spike proved demand but needs permanent reimbursement to enable structural change.
- Lee Schwamm says stable payment is required to redesign care delivery effectively.