AI saves clinicians over 16 workdays yearly, boosting patient care but training gaps risk slowing adoption.

AI technology is already saving clinicians the equivalent of over 16 working days annually and enabling them to see more patients, according to Philips' Future Health Index 2026 report. Nearly half of clinicians report saving at least 132 hours a year due to AI, which also helps reduce medical errors and work-related stress. However, 70% of healthcare professionals say AI training is inadequate or inconsistent, posing a challenge for wider adoption. The report highlights that while AI is transforming healthcare delivery, effective implementation, infrastructure, and training are critical to fully realize its benefits and improve patient care outcomes.