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Definition
In a healthcare context, automated digital tools or AI software that record, transcribe, and summarize clinical encounters between providers and patients to assist with medical documentation.
Etymology
Originates from the Latin 'scriba,' meaning a writer, secretary, or clerk. Historically, a scribe was a person whose profession was to copy manuscripts or act as a record-keeper.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe AI-powered technology that listens to patient visits and generates medical notes, allowing clinicians to focus on interaction rather than manual entry. These 'AI scribes' replace the traditional role of a human assistant who might otherwise manually take these notes.
Ambient Listening Beyond the Hospital: A Use Case for Nurse Practitioners
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