What You Should Know:
– Deaconess Health System, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare innovation and patient-centered care, is expanding the use of Abridge, a generative AI platform for clinical documentation, across its 19-hospital network.
– Following an overwhelmingly successful pilot program, this enterprise-wide expansion underscores Deaconess’ commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to improve healthcare delivery for the 1.5 million people it serves across southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeastern Illinois.
Abridge and Deaconess Partner to Drive Healthcare Innovation Through AI-Enabled Clinical Documentation
Abridge, an AI-powered healthcare platform founded in 2018, is transforming medical conversations into structured clinical notes in real-time, enabling clinicians to focus on patient care rather than administrative burdens. With deep EMR integrations, Linked Evidence technology, and auditable AI, Abridge delivers reliable, ground-truth-verified documentation. Supporting over 28 languages and 50+ specialties, Abridge continues to set industry standards for the responsible deployment of generative AI in healthcare. Its recognition on the 2024 Forbes AI 50 list, alongside OpenAI and Databricks, underscores its role as a leader in AI innovation.
Deaconess Health System recently expanded its deployment of Abridge, quadrupling the original rollout plan due to overwhelming clinician demand across specialties, including emergency medicine. The platform’s seamless integration with Epic has been instrumental in:
- Reducing administrative burdens
- Enhancing patient engagement
- Saving clinicians time to prioritize patient interactions
The accelerated implementation reflects Abridge’s adaptability to existing workflows and responsiveness to clinician feedback. “Our decision to partner with Abridge reflects Deaconess’ broader commitment to leveraging advanced technology to meet the needs of our patients and providers,” said Jeremiah Kenoyer, Lead Clinical Analyst at Deaconess. He highlighted that the collaboration focuses not only on technological efficiency but also on improving the overall care delivery experience.
This successful partnership exemplifies Deaconess’ forward-thinking approach to healthcare excellence. By integrating platforms like Abridge, expanding facilities, and enhancing services, Deaconess continues to lead in healthcare innovation across the region. Abridge’s ability to power efficient, meaningful advancements reinforces its role as a trusted partner for clinicians and patients alike.