Ep. 204 - How Medicine Has Changed in 25 Years and What Doctors Must Never Lose

Join Dr. Dean Mitchell on The Smartest Doctor In The Room as he reflects on more than 25 years in medical practice and explores how medicine has evolved and what should never be lost along the way. From handwritten charts and prescription pads to electronic records, telehealth, and AI driven information, Dr. Mitchell shares firsthand insights into how technology has transformed the doctor patient relationship for better and for worse.

In this thoughtful conversation, he discusses the importance of eye contact, physical exams, careful history taking, and genuine human connection in an era of screens, shortcuts, and online medical advice. Dr. Mitchell also addresses the risks of self-diagnosis, social media health trends, and direct to consumer medical services while encouraging patients to stay informed without trying to be their own doctor.

This episode is a timely reminder that while medicine continues to advance, trust, connection, and listening remain at the heart of truly effective care.