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One of the world’s most prominent hospitals is testing how AI can revolutionize health care
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 16, 2026
· 6 min read
By Clare Duffy, CNN
Rochester, Minn. (CNN) — Preparing to meet with a patient can require Mayo Clinic internal medicine physician Dr. Alexander Ryu to sort through dozens, or even hundreds, of pages of medical records.
Many patients visit the renowned clinic looking for a third or fourth opin...
Key takeaway Ryu said the tool, called Record Time, can save him between five and 30 minutes of preparation per visit, depending on the complexity of the case.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As El Paso residents consider the potential of artificial intelligence in healthcare, the Mayo Clinic's experimentation with AI tools like Record Time offers a compelling example of how technology can streamline patient care. While the Mayo Clinic's initiatives are taking place outside of El Paso, the city's own healthcare providers may soon face similar decisions about adopting AI-powered solutions. El Paso's unique demographic and healthcare challenges, including a diverse patient population and a high volume of cross-border medical cases, could benefit from AI-driven innovations that improve record-keeping and patient summaries. As local healthcare leaders explore ways to enhance patient care, they will need to weigh the potential benefits of AI against concerns about accuracy and patient privacy, ensuring that any new technologies prioritize the needs and well-being of El Paso's residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? By Clare Duffy, CNN
Rochester, Minn. (CNN) — Preparing to meet with a patient can require Mayo Clinic internal medicine physician Dr. Alexander Ryu to sort through dozens, or even hundreds, of pages of medical records.
Many patients visit the renowned clinic looking for a third or fourth opin...
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