Show Notes
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping healthcare, but what does that mean for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and patient care?
Learn how AI is being used to reduce administrative burden, improve documentation and billing workflows, identify payment trends, and help clinicians spend more time focused on patient care. Listen to the full conversation between APTA Vice President of Strategic Communications Alicia Hosmer and industry leaders Pedro Teixeira, MD, PhD, Jordan Hobley, PT, DPT, and Kevin Smith, MBA, as they discuss practical applications of AI, common misconceptions, and why clinicians and practice leaders don't need to become experts overnight to begin exploring the technology.
Learn more about the ways AI is impacting the profession: Continue the conversation about AI and emerging technologies by joining the new APTA AI Network on the APTA Community. (Member login is required to access the APTA Community.) Discover APTA Magazine's coverage on the topic, with “AI Scribes in Physical Therapy Practices”, and “AI as an "Intelligent Assistant.” Listen to a previous APTA podcast episode about the role of AI in the profession with “AI in PT Practice: Finding Balance, Embracing Innovation Without Losing Trust, and What’s Next”
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