MGMA Business Solutions: Transforming Primary Care with Human-Centered AI
Download MP3In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Phill Tornroth, Vice President of Engineering at Elation Health. Together, they explore the revolutionary impact of AI on primary care, discussing how technology can reduce clinician burden, streamline workflows and bring human-centered design to healthcare technology. Elation Health received two awards from the 2025 Best in KLAS: Software and Services report: one for Small Practice Ambulatory EMR/PM and another for EMR-Centric Virtual Care Platforms.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- 05:46 Clinical-First Strategy
- 09:15 Note Assist Innovation
- 11:37 Actions Feature
- 14:19 User-Friendly AI Design
- 16:41 AI's Potential in Healthcare
- 20:39 Validated User Experience
Resources:
- Visit the Elation Health website to learn more
- Learn more about Elation Note Assist
- Learn more about Elation Actions
- 2025 Best in KLAS: Software and Services report
- Connect with Phill Tornroth on LinkedIn
Additional Resources:
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Podcast Sponsor MGMA Analytics
Are you making decisions based on gut instinct—or on real data?
With MGMA Analytics, you get the benchmarking and business intelligence tools to drive smarter strategies.
From provider compensation to operational costs, MGMA Analytics gives you access to the most trusted data in the industry.
So whether you’re adjusting staffing, setting salaries, or planning for growth, make your next move with confidence.
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