CBC News
Paging Dr. AI to the ED? Artificial intelligence shows promise in Emergency Department diagnosis
A new study, published in the journal Science, looks at the performance of large language models (LLMs).
May 1, 2026
Artificial intelligence in medicine: Resource centre
Discover comprehensive AI resources for Ontario doctors
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we practise medicine.
As new technological and clinical advances come to light in Ontario and around the world, this page can help keep you informed and ahead of the curve.
Leading the way on health-care AI
AI continues to transform health care and, as CEO Kimberly Moran says in this video, physicians need to be at the forefront of that change.
On this page, you'll find:
- News and insights from Ontario physicians and thought leaders
- A curated selection of AI health-care innovations and use cases
- AI resources from OntarioMD to power your practice
- Other helpful tools to help you navigate the evolving AI landscape
News and insights
Many of us have questions about how AI technology will change medical practice and the Ontario health-care system. We reach out to clinical experts and our thought leaders for their insights.
What you need to know about AI in medicine
We talk about what today’s tools can and can't do for you and your practice – and what to consider before adopting them.
5 things doctors should know about AI scribes
If you haven’t made the switch in your clinic, we answer some of your biggest questions to help you stay informed.
How you can use AI in your practice today
Follow these tips to find the right tools – beyond AI scribes – to improve your practice and workflow.
AI around the world
Stay informed on how artificial intelligence is reshaping clinical practice and the health-care landscape.
CTV News
False online health information prompts doctors to intervene, survey finds
In the CMA survey, 97 per cent of doctors said they had intervened after a patient followed false or misleading health information found online, including AI advice.
April 21, 2026
Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine
Human vs. artificial intelligence in medical charting
AI represented a 39-per-cent time savings over traditional dictation in a study conducted at The Ottawa Hospital.
March 31, 2026
Medical News Today
AI tool predicts Alzheimer’s disease with nearly 93% accuracy using brain scans
This new study, published in Neuroscience, highlights a tool that identifies patterns of brain volume loss associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
March 17, 2026
Healthy Debate
When digital tools reshape primary care, what happens to the 4Cs?
Technological change is examined through the lens of four core primary care attributes (first contact, continuity, comprehensiveness and co-ordination).
April 7, 2026
KevinMD
Why clinical listening skills outpace artificial intelligence
AI can’t replace the physician who hears something no algorithm was trained to detect.
April 10, 2026
Harvard Business Review
Health care uses specialized language. It needs specialized AI, too
AI excels at speed but stumbles on nuance. It’s a worrisome dynamic for health care, with its many specialized perspectives and terminologies.
March 11, 2026
Nature
Scientists invented a fake disease. AI told people it was real
Bixonimania doesn’t exist except in a clutch of obviously bogus academic papers. So why did AI chatbots warn people about this fictional illness?
April 7, 2026
Canada Healthwatch
Tomorrow’s AI models are learning from today’s polluted research
A growing pipeline of politically manipulated research is beginning to shape the outputs of AI tools that we are increasingly becoming reliant on.
March 9, 2026
CBC News
Hospitals turn to staff for ideas to improve health care using AI
Trillium Health Partners says it has received more than 60 submissions from health-care staff.
April 7, 2026
Healthy Debate
The AI we get may not be the AI we need: Why physician-led governance is essential
Without clear guidance for patients and clinicians alike, AI risks complicating rather than simplifying care.
Feb. 25, 2026
How AI is helping save patient lives
As we advocate for health-system change, we are pushing for faster adoption of innovative digital health solutions. See why that matters for Ontario and read about some real-world progress.
Power your practice with OntarioMD
Additional AI resources, frameworks and guidelines
These articles are shared solely for information purposes and do not represent the views of the OMA or its members. The OMA does not endorse, or take responsibility for, any information developed by third parties. Use caution when considering using any AI tools and visit the OntarioMD Practice Hub for more information, including legal and privacy considerations.
Published: April 16, 2026 | Last updated: April 23, 2026