Machines can't make judgment decisions, and transcriptionists shouldn't have to make them as often as they do. Effective dictation training for physicians could prevent many problems, but I have yet to find a medical school or residency program that teaches this. Intelligence is no substitute for common sense, which appears to be lacking in our present society. Look for the article in the spring of this year. We want to hear from you.
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