1052 - Should AI Renew Your Prescription?
Episode Description
About this episode:
In a first-of-its-kind program, the state of Utah is partnering with an AI health platform to offer prescription renewals to nearly 200 medications. In this episode: the director of the state's office of artificial intelligence explains how the program works, responds to concerns that have been raised, and discusses what's next.
Guest:
Zach Boyd, PhD, is the director of the Office of Artificial Intelligence for the State of Utah.
Host:
Dr. Josh Sharfstein is distinguished professor of the practice in Health Policy and Management, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department.
Show links and related content:
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Doctronic AI Regulatory Mitigation Agreement—Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy
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Artificial intelligence begins prescribing medications in Utah—Politico
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How Pharmacists Improve Community Health—Public Health On Call (October 2025)
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