Big Tech's Influence on Healthcare Necessitates Systemic Adaptation
The integration of technology into healthcare is transforming the traditional patient visit model. Major tech companies are increasingly involved in healthcare by offering tools that monitor health metrics and provide AI-driven insights. This shift means that patients often arrive at medical appointments with pre-collected data and preconceived notions about their health, challenging physicians to interpret and integrate this information into clinical workflows. The current healthcare system, designed for episodic care, struggles to accommodate this continuous care model, placing additional demands on healthcare providers.