AI-Powered Speech Recognition: A Game Changer

The core innovation involves AI software that accurately transcribes spoken consultations between doctors and patients in real-time. This transcribed text is then structured and integrated directly into the patient’s electronic health record (EHR). This technology promises to considerably reduce the administrative burden on physicians, who spend an average of 15 hours per week on paperwork [3].

DMEA Presentation: Showcasing Innovation

At the DMEA in Berlin, Stein highlighted how the AI system captures the nuances of doctor-patient conversations, converting them into meaningful, structured text. This eliminates the need for manual transcription, saving time and reducing the potential for errors. The DMEA is recognized as Europe’s premier platform for digital health innovations.

The Human Element Remains Central

While AI streamlines documentation, the human element remains paramount. Physicians explain procedures to patients before initiating the recording, maintaining control over the process. The AI serves as a tool to augment, not replace, the physician’s expertise.

Artificial intelligence is not a devil’s stuff.

stephan Stein, Head of Information Technology (IT) in the South Harz Clinic

Danish technology Driving Efficiency

The South Harz Clinic utilizes technology from Corti, a Danish manufacturer, sold by Alster-text, a company based in Hamburg.This AI solution is designed to enhance, not replace, the role of the physician.

The AI ​​will never replace the doctor, but it will definitely shorten the time for work within the follow -up hour. Above all, the creation of a doctor’s letter for patients and the family doctor will become much more effective.

Stephan Stein, Head of Information Technology (IT) in the South Harz clinic

Expanding AI Applications in Imaging Diagnostics

The South Harz Clinic already leverages AI in imaging diagnostics. When analyzing computer tomography (CT) scans, AI algorithms can quickly identify potential tumors within minutes, sifting through thousands of images. However, the final medical assessment always rests with the radiologist, ensuring human oversight and accuracy.

Fact-Based AI: Minimizing Risks

Stein emphasizes the importance of using fact-based AI in medicine to avoid inaccurate or fabricated results. The Corti system is designed to minimize such “hallucinations,” ensuring that the information provided is reliable and trustworthy.

According to Stein, Artificial intelligence is not a devil, ultimately, there are algorithms that can help people to help. The AI ​​that is used in our house is clearly fact-based. Especially in medicine, plausibly sounding but mostly invented AI results are a considerable risk. With Corti, such hallucinations are largely avoided.