The Amazon Echo, home to Alex voice software, can do more than remind people of their next appointment. Hospitals around the nation are adding the technology to their wish lists with the aim of improving patient outcomes both in and out of the hospital.

Alexa may fill a unique gap in providing care to patients outside of the hospital. For example, it could tell patients about their latest medical information while at home to reduce readmission. Alexa could also complete preoperative check lists, streamline physician workflows and improve documentation.

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