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Day in the Life of a Gastroenterologist- An Interactive Discussion with the Faculty (Part I of II)-

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Gastroenterologists identified several major changes affecting practice: limited funding and unequal access to care, especially for uninsured patients; rapid advances in endoscopic technology and AI; and growing administrative demands, including documentation and electronic medical records. Panelists emphasized that collaboration with industry can help clinicians access grants, improve devices, and bring useful treatments to patients.<br /><br />AI may improve polyp detection and reduce documentation time, allowing clinicians to focus more on patients. However, it should supplement—not replace—core clinical and endoscopic skills. Training programs may limit trainees’ use of detection tools until they have developed independent skills, and clinicians must review AI-generated notes because errors and fabricated details can occur. Ultimately, technology is most valuable when it supports efficiency while preserving clinical judgment and the human connection between doctor and patient.

Keywords

gastroenterology

endoscopic technology

artificial intelligence

polyp detection

electronic medical records

clinical collaboration