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Could AI perform a patient's physical exam?

Medical Economics

A Mass General Brigham study suggests that LLMs could be used to aid clinicians during physical exams.

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A (re)Visit to an Old-Fashioned Doctor

Sensible Medicine

Old-fashioned doctors spend whatever time it takes to obtain a good medical history and physical examination. The history and physical exam is not something to be fetishized but something to be recognized as a time saver. An exam finding does, on occasion, make you feel more comfortable with your diagnosis.

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Friday Reflection 44: Diagnostic Enigma

Sensible Medicine

Take your time collecting the medical history, doing the physical exam, and reviewing the reams of outside records that are sure to accompany the patient. Her diagnosis was made almost entirely from data available on her history and physical exam. Let enigmatic visits run long. This was the case with PJ.

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Being Comfortable Being Uncomfortable – A Medical Student’s Perspective

Sensible Medicine

I’m reminded of this privilege every week when I interview a patient, perform a physical exam, and give an oral presentation to an attending physician. ” Considering the two extreme views of medical training portrayed in online discourse, I more often identify with students who feel pride to be in our position.

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Friday Reflection 31: 30 Years and Counting

Sensible Medicine

I’ll admit that I considered this near-delusional rambling, especially when I factored in his lack of symptoms and normal physical exam. He told me these proved he was near the end. I wish I had paid more attention.

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Friday Reflection 27: The Poor Historian

Sensible Medicine

Often, the inability of a doctor to obtain a history is actually a physical exam finding – an extremely non-specific finding, but a finding nonetheless. There is a differential diagnosis for the patient who cannot describe the history of their medical concerns.

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Elevating FQHC Services: Compass Health Network’s Integration of GALE eClinics

19 Labs

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability to perform remote physical exams, including listening to heart and lung sounds, became crucial. This integration ensures that patients receive comprehensive care despite the challenges of remote locations and limited resources.