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9 Technologies That Will Shape The Future Of Dentistry

The Medical Futurist

We’ve all been through this as a kid and childhood memories stick with us, just recalling this might send a shiver down your spine. No one likes to go to the dentist although everyone knows how crucial oral health is and how strongly it is connected to our overall health. For patients, it promises more accurate care and better outcomes.

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The Healthcare Vision of ChatGPT-4o and Multimodal LLMs

The Medical Futurist

Meanwhile, Google is reportedly working on pioneering the medical large language model arena with a range of models, including the latest: Med-Gemini. It’s obvious what a potential removing language barriers holds for medical appointments. Just as we’ve seen how live translation works with ChatGPT-4o.

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Primary care for all Americans

Common Sense Family Doctor

These days, most adults need to wait several months for a new patient appointment with a family doctor, if they can get one at all. This isn't only because too few medical students are choosing primary care residency programs ; it also reflects generalist physicians leaving practice prematurely due to burnout.

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Geriatric Medicine Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Dr. McDonald shared more about a pilot model announced last year that would create a pathway for exceptionally qualified international medical graduates (IMGs) successfully completing ACGME-accredited subspecialty fellowship to become Board eligible in Internal Medicine and subspecialties. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N.

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Confirmation.

Reflections of a Grady Doctor

This medical student looked like me. But here is what I will say: I've always thought that that, just maybe, that one moment in time was pre-appointed long before I ever even thought of becoming a doctor. It seemed like there was no way out. Some way, somehow our paths crossed. I went to Clark Atlanta,” she said over the email.

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Deprescribing Super Special III: Constance Fung, Emily McDonald, Amy Linsky, and Michelle Odden

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Its another deprescribing super special on today’s GeriPal Podcast, where we delve into the latest research on deprescribing medications prescribed to older adults. Today, we explore four fascinating studies highlighting innovative approaches to reducing medication use and improving patient outcomes.

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Digital Skin Care: Top 8 Dermatology Apps

The Medical Futurist

Their success is understandable : they offer a fast and easy method to check any skin conditions, typically for a fraction of the cost of a traditional healthcare appointment. (*There are widely varying figures, ranging from 66% to 90% depending on the source of information.) Cureskin aims to help alleviate the situation.