Can AI really ease the burden of clinical documentation? A new study from Rocket Discovery Centre suggests the answer is yes—but only if the technology respects the complexity of clinical work.
A recent pilot at KidsAbility, in partnership with the University of Guelph, revealed that successful AI adoption in clinical settings depends less on the tool itself—and more on how well it fits into the clinician’s world.
Through interviews with 30 occupational therapists, researchers uncovered that documentation habits are highly individualized, and AI tools must be flexible enough to accommodate that diversity. Clinicians also emphasized the importance of autonomy, training, and trust in the system.
When well-matched to real-world workflows, AI tools helped reduce documentation time by up to 45% and improved note quality. But rigid systems that didn’t adapt were quickly set aside.
The takeaway: AI can support care, but only when it’s designed with clinicians—not just for them.
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