This episode features Michael J. Curren Jr., MD, MS, Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine; eRecord Medical Director Provider Documentation and EHR Optimization; and Section Chief, Division Cardiology at UPMC. Here, he discusses his background & responsibilities in his current roles, how he's thinking about growth and adding value to his organization, opportunities & headwinds around artificial intelligence, and more. Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Summary
This episode features Michael J. Curren Jr., MD, MS
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine; eRecord Medical Director Provider Documentation and EHR Optimization; and Section Chief, Division Cardiology at UPMC
Here, he discusses his background & responsibilities in his current roles, how he's thinking about growth and adding value to his organization, opportunities & headwinds around artificial intelligence, and more.
Background and Responsibilities
Dr. Mike Curran is a non-invasive cardiologist and eRecord medical director. He is focused on leveraging AI to automate mundane tasks for physicians and nurses, which can save time and provide more meaningful interactions with patients. He is excited for the potential of AI and believes it has the ability to reduce physician burnout.
Growth and Adding Value
Growth is a difficult question, but there are opportunities to deliver care in non-traditional settings and reduce duplicative work. Taking risks with partnering with AI vendors is worth it. The best opportunities for growth and development are continuing to think outside the traditional healthcare delivery system, building relationships with team members, and having good interpersonal skills.
Opportunities and Headwinds around Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Michael J. Curren Jr. discusses the opportunities and headwinds around artificial intelligence in healthcare. He acknowledges the potential benefits and challenges that come with implementing AI technologies in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations and ethical considerations of AI and ensuring that patients and healthcare professionals are involved in the decision-making process.
Apply to be a Complimentary Guest Reviewer
Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
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This episode aired on 06/17/2023 and can be listened here.
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