AI assistant could slash doctor paperwork and ease burnout

NCT ID NCT07498582

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether an AI tool called Evidently could help outpatient doctors spend less time reviewing medical records and documenting care. 128 doctors from the University of North Carolina were randomly assigned to use the tool or continue their usual routine for eight weeks. The goal was to see if the AI could reduce workload and burnout, but the study did not involve patients or change medical care.

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Active substance: AI Clinical Summarization Tool (Evidently)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that AI tools help doctors work more efficiently and feel less overwhelmed.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 128 doctors at one university. The tool may not work for all specialties or reduce burnout as hoped.

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Conditions

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Burnout, Psychological

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BURNOUT, HEALTHCARE WORKERS CLINICAL WORKFLOW OPTIMIZATION ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

AI assistant could slash doctor paperwork and ease burnout

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