Human-Centric AI: Bridging Care Gaps and Easing Hospital Strain
Health systems across the United States are facing a daunting reality: a projected shortage of more than 200,000 nurses by the end of the decade.
High turnover, rising patient acuity and unrelenting demand have stretched frontline teams to their limits. Burnout is no longer an isolated concern — it is reshaping how hospitals deliver care and how staff experience their work.
I’ve seen firsthand that thoughtful design and proactive care coordination can dramatically ease staff pressure
said Jim Stringham, Chief Strategy Officer at Drive Health and former leader of government health plans at Banner Health and Magellan Health.
Even small interventions like coordinating follow-ups or ensuring patients understand their care plans can help nurses spend more time on direct patient care.
Author's summary: Human-Centric AI helps hospitals.