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“We have Dragon [dictation software],” one primary care doctor said, “which you have to be careful of, because I just [dictated] ‘Patient’s prostate is bothering him’ and it turned out ‘Patient’s prostitute is bothering him.” quote by Robert Wachter
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““We have Dragon [dictation software],” one primary care doctor said, “which you have to be careful of, because I just [dictated] ‘Patient’s prostate is bothering him’ and it turned out ‘Patient’s prostitute is bothering him.””

Robert Wachter

About This Quote

Source Interview: Healthcare Technology Forum, 2015

Dictation errors can cause dangerous misunderstandings, highlighting the need for careful verification of speech‑to‑text tools.

In simple terms: Speech‑to‑text errors can be harmful.

Key Takeaway

Verify dictation output carefully.

Themes

technology medicine communication risk management

Mood

concerned practical

Type

cautionary educational

When to use this quote

  • clinical documentation
  • electronic health records
  • medical training
  • software design

Key Concepts

human‑computer interaction patient safety

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you double‑check dictations?
  • What safeguards are needed?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on automation can reduce vigilance.

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