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Our recent article in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine<\/a>\u00a0discusses the potential role of AI-enabled ambient voice technology in healthcare and the implications for doctors and patients. While interest in ambient voice technology , particularly in primary care, continues to grow, evidence regarding its feasibility, acceptability and real-world impact in primary care remains limited. This includes data on cost, staff training and implementation (including integration with current electronic medical record systems).<\/p>\n

Questions also remain about how ambient voice technology\u00a0 handles complex consultations, including with non-native English speakers, and its broader integration into routine practice. As ambient voice technology\u00a0 develops, further research is needed to assess its usability, acceptability, feasibility, cost-effectiveness and unintended effects on clinical interactions and decision-making. If demonstrated to be effective, ambient voice technology\u00a0 could become a transformative tool in advancing the government\u2019s 10 Year Health Plan for England.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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