What You Should Know:
– In a groundbreaking collaboration, Mayo Clinic, Epic, and Abridge are joining forces to develop a generative AI ambient documentation workflow specifically designed for nurses.
– The innovative solution leverages Abridge’s cutting-edge generative AI technology and seamless integration with Epic’s existing workflows to empower nurses and streamline their daily tasks.
Alleviate Clinician Burnout with Generative AI
Nursing workflows are notoriously fast-paced and complex, often involving multiple patients and a constant stream of activities. This new AI-powered solution aims to alleviate documentation burdens and free up valuable time for nurses to focus on what matters most – patient care.
Prioritizing Clinical Workflows with Mayo’s Expertise
Developed through the Epic Workshop program, this initiative prioritizes innovation within the healthcare industry. Mayo Clinic’s nurses will play a vital role in designing and testing the solution, ensuring it seamlessly integrates into their existing routines. The collaboration builds upon Abridge’s existing success with doctor-facing documentation tools.
Identifying Areas for Highest Impact
Working together, Mayo Clinic, Epic, and Abridge identified areas where AI can have the most significant impact on nursing workflows. These areas likely encompass activities such as:
- Patient communication and team-based collaboration
- Efficient clinical notetaking
- Accurate data capture
Abridge: Powering Deeper Understanding in Healthcare
Founded in 2018, Abridge’s mission is to empower healthcare professionals with a deeper understanding of their patients. Their AI platform, specifically designed for medical conversations, improves documentation efficiency while allowing nurses and doctors to dedicate more time to patient interaction. With support for over 14 languages and 50 specialties, Abridge caters to a wide range of healthcare settings.
“At the center of this collaboration is Mayo Clinic nursing staff,” said Ryannon Frederick, M.S., R.N., chief nursing officer, Mayo Clinic. “We are engaging them directly in the development of this technology to ensure its use meets the unique needs of nursing and patient care workflows along with regulatory requirements for ambient solutions. We are thrilled to bring the knowledge and expertise of our nursing staff to help shape the future of documentation, where documentation could happen automatically and organically.”