Partners in Diagnosis: ChatGPT, a Mother’s Intuition, and a Doctor’s Expertise with Courtney Hofmann and Dr. Holly Gilmer | NEJM AI Grand Rounds | Podwise
In this podcast episode, Courtney Hofmann shares her journey as a mother whose son endured three years of undiagnosed chronic pain, despite having access to quality healthcare. After trying various traditional medical routes without success, she turned to ChatGPT to analyze her son's medical records. The AI suggested tethered cord syndrome, leading her to consult pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Holly Gilmer, who confirmed the diagnosis and successfully performed surgery. This conversation sheds light on the shortcomings of our healthcare system, such as overwhelmed doctors and missed diagnoses due to fragmented expertise, while also exploring how AI can play a valuable role in diagnosis when used alongside human medical knowledge.
