Google AI has launched the Articulate Medical Intelligence Explorer (AMIE), a large language model tailored for diagnostic reasoning. AMIE supports clinicians in generating accurate and comprehensive differential diagnoses (DDx) through its conversational and interactive capabilities. In a study involving 20 clinicians and 302 complex medical cases, AMIE's DDx included the correct diagnosis in 54% of cases, achieving a top-10 accuracy of 59% and ranking the correct diagnosis first in 29% of cases. It outperformed unaided clinicians and surpassed GPT-4 in top-n accuracy for n > 2, showcasing its ability to provide a broader range of diagnostic options. AMIE's intuitive interface enhances clinicians' reasoning and confidence, making it a practical tool in medical workflows. However, its limitations, such as the inability to access images and tabular data, underscore the need for careful integration into clinical practice. Separately, studies have highlighted the role of AI in improving patient care. AI systems like ChatGPT have been shown to provide higher-quality and more empathetic responses compared to physicians, with healthcare professionals preferring AI-generated advice 79% of the time. Ambient listening technologies, such as Microsoft's Dragon Copilot and Nabla, are also transforming healthcare by transcribing doctor-patient interactions in real-time. These tools aim to reduce physician workload, improve efficiency, and enhance patient engagement.