In healthcare AI isn't replacing people, its restoring capacity, says Outcomes AI CEO

AI Impact on Job Market - Nestle will simplify its organization and automate processes, cutting 16,000 jobs [1] - Corporate leaders suggest AI will eliminate jobs, with some companies already reducing workforce due to AI efficiency gains [2] - The impact of AI on jobs depends on the nature of the work and the pace of adoption, with banking and customer service being more susceptible to automation [4] - AI adoption may require workforce reskilling, similar to the offshoring or outsourcing challenge [8] Healthcare Industry & AI - Healthcare faces a shortage of nurses and physicians, projected to be almost 1 million nurses by 2031 [5] - In healthcare, AI is seen as restoring capacity rather than replacing people, by automating administrative and repetitive tasks [6][7][8] - Outcomes AI uses AI to improve patient care time for nurses by handling rudimentary questions [3] - AI can handle 60% of nurses' work, such as answering calls, care coordination, and data entry into EHRs [8] - AI is being trained to exhibit empathy and bedside manners in patient interactions [10]