‘I’m ready to embrace AI doctors’
Consultant paediatrician Martin Farrier faces a nightmarish future – and finds it reassuringly familiar
Lately I’ve been counting AI doctors like (electric) sheep as I attempt to drift off to sleep. And I blame…
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Software updates are forcing us into hardware habits we can’t afford
The problem with new, improved software is that the NHS’s creaky hardware can’t cope with it, writes chief clinical information officer (CCIO) Martin Farrier
Hrdwre is becoming rel problem.
Sorry, give me a moment I’ll…
Contrast between tech for personal use and IT we face at work is extreme
Are NHS staff becoming disengaged because they are tired of struggling with slow, clunky IT? Consultant paediatrician Martin Farrier turns on his computer and waits
I click the power button on my desktop. It’s my…
Is tech changing what it means to be a ‘good’ doctor?
A conversation with a trainee has consultant paediatrician Martin Farrier questioning whether traditional medical strengths are losing their value
“Let’s talk about your strengths,” I say.
It’s a bit of a cliché, but it’s much nicer…
Sport on TV has a lesson for tech in the NHS
What does the streaming of live sport on TV have to do with EPR implementation? They both need to deliver a better experience for the user, argues Martin Farrier
I’ll be cheering on Team GB…
I’m beginning to worry about AI | Digital Health
CCIO Martin Farrier used to believe AI would “enhance” healthcare professionals. Lately, he’s been having some serious doubtsMy head is spinning. This is hardly the first time I have done shortlisting but I’m sure…
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Restricting doctors use of WhatsApp is pointless | Digital Health
Junior doctor Matt Farrier sometimes asks advice on medical matters from his consultant paediatrician father Martin. Like ‘every doctor in the country’ they use WhatsApp – and don’t want to stopConcern about the security…
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