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Robin Kelly's avatar

Great article Ursula. As an independent GP, I am not a member of any PHO, and don't have MMH for the reasons you say. I have no computer in my consulting room. The screen in front of the doctor is a tool of hypnosis. The GPs should be unbiased, confidential, wise 'patient advocates'. Unless they return to this role - something that is soul enriching for the doctor too - they will be eliminated by AI.

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colin whiting's avatar

My last few visits to a GP was a virtual audio link.

They google my condition then tick the box for what ever it is that Big Pharma prescribe.

If GPs still have to undergo 5 years of training what do they actually learn?

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Ursula Edgington, PhD's avatar

We have a newly-qualified GP nearby. She explicitly states her job is to primarily ‘prescribe medicines’. She’s never heard of the phrase ‘regulatory capture’ and knows nothing about healthy nutrition. She represents every reason why I hope to never be ‘in need’ of a GPs services ever again.

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Ursula Edgington, PhD's avatar

Thanks, you’re right. And sadly it’s the same in classrooms and lecturer theatre. Humanity is lost in those environments.

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Jenny Dunn's avatar

Mmm it’s predicted that AI will replace your normal GP’s in 5-10 years. I can’t wait I’m in Oz and Doctors regularly abuse women (usually) who don’t want to vaccinate their children. They lie threaten so much so there is a push towards ‘just don’t go’. I know it is not as bad in NZ but I really think a nice polite AI has got to be better. I also really want all those so called Doctors to lose their jobs. I might regret what I’m saying but looking at it now all I can say is !bring it on’

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Ursula Edgington, PhD's avatar

I think you’ve made an excellent point here, that needs amplifying. Thank you.

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Stewart's avatar

Scrap the app.

'just don't go'

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Elisabeth Cave's avatar

AI is 'storm clouds on the horizon'. Why don't more people see this? Thank you very much for your article.

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Roc Findlay's avatar

Why stop @ just the GP's. Vaccine Distribution (AI Logic):

Dr. CodeBlue the new AI Health Minister introduces their new approach: “The Wheel of Immunity.”

Each citizen’s vaccination is randomly assigned based on the spin of a giant digital wheel.

“It’s fun and engaging! You might get a flu shot! Or a tetanus booster! Maybe even a full COVID cocktail! Let’s find out together!” It's safe & effective, maybe.

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Michael Ginsburg's avatar

Meanwhile in America...

https://substack.com/@michaelginsburg/note/c-114316318

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