NEJM AI Grand Rounds Partners in Diagnosis: ChatGPT, a Mother’s Intuition, and a Doctor’s Expertise with Courtney Hofmann and Dr. Holly Gilmer
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Nov 20, 2024 Courtney Hofmann, a mother who turned to ChatGPT for help after years of misdiagnoses, shares her remarkable journey to uncover her son's tethered cord syndrome. Dr. Holly Gilmer, the pediatric neurosurgeon who treated him, discusses the importance of combining AI insights with medical expertise. They tackle systemic healthcare challenges, the evolving role of AI in patient advocacy, and the transformative potential of technology in navigating complex medical issues. Together, they highlight the collaboration needed between AI and human care for better outcomes.
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A Mother's Diagnostic Odyssey
- Courtney Hofmann's son saw 17 doctors over three years for chronic pain, but remained undiagnosed.
- She used ChatGPT, which suggested tethered cord syndrome, leading to a successful surgery.
Don't Just Read Reports
- Ensure your doctors thoroughly examine medical images, not just reports.
- Verify information and follow up with other healthcare providers for comprehensive care.
Systemic Healthcare Failures
- Systemic healthcare issues like overworked doctors, paternalistic views, and overspecialization contributed to missed diagnoses.
- These issues hinder effective communication and holistic patient care.