Should we let ChatGPT into our clinics? – The pros and cons of LLMs

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In this episode:

  • Distinction between AI scribes and large language models (LLMs), and current limits on clinical use
  • Privacy, consent and Australian Privacy Principles requirements for AI tools
  • How AI scribes can cut admin load while improving patient engagement
  • Risks of general-purpose AI tools, including accuracy and medico-legal issues
  • How workflow, specialty and setting influence AI tool integration

 

Experts: Dr Robert Hosking, General Practitioner
Dr Bradley Borges, General Practitioner
Ms Tracy Pickett, Legal and Policy Adviser

Host: Dr Sean Stevens, GP and Health Educator

Total time: 50 mins

 

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Last Updated: 12 Aug, 2025

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