Doximity Study Finds Physicians Rapidly Adopting AI, But Accuracy Concerns Persist

Core Insights - The Doximity report reveals that 94% of physicians are currently using or interested in using AI, but 71% express concerns regarding its accuracy and reliability [1][2]. Group 1: AI Adoption and Usage - AI adoption among physicians has significantly increased, with usage rising from 47% in April 2025 to 63% in January 2026, marking a 16-point increase [3]. - Neurologists have the highest AI adoption rate at 64%, followed by gastroenterologists at 61% and internists at 60% [3]. - One-third (37%) of physicians reported using AI at least daily, while 54% of all surveyed physicians indicated they use AI in their practice [3]. Group 2: Benefits of AI - AI is perceived to help reduce administrative burdens, with 90% of physicians believing it can decrease "pajama time," the after-hours work contributing to burnout [6]. - Two-thirds (69%) of AI users reported improvements in patient care and outcomes, and 75% noted a reduction in administrative workload and an increase in job satisfaction [6]. Group 3: Specific AI Applications - Voice-based documentation, including ambient listening and AI scribes, increased from 20% to 29% among physicians over the study periods [3]. - Literature search emerged as the most common AI use case, rising from 22% in April 2025 to 35% in January 2026 [3].