AI in the Scan: August Breakthroughs

AI in Medicine Monthly – August 2025

This month, AI in medicine saw several important milestones: from FDA and CE approvals to landmark clinical studies. We’ve also included a deep dive on ambient AI scribes, combining industry updates with what clinicians themselves are saying about the tools they actually use.

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☢Radiology & Imaging

Transpara Breast AI improves sensitivity in cancer detection (Lancet Digital Health study)

A new study in Lancet Digital Health found that Transpara, used as a second reader in mammography, increased breast cancer detection sensitivity by 8.4% versus the standard two‑radiologist double read — underscoring AI’s role in earlier diagnosis.

UCSD segmentation AI reduces annotation needs by 20× (Nature Communications)

UC San Diego researchers introduced an AI framework that generates synthetic image–mask pairs in a feedback loop. Published in Nature Communications, it trimmed labeled‑data needs by up to 20× while delivering 10–20% performance gains in medical image segmentation.

FDA clears TechLive remote scanning platform (DeepHealth/RadNet)

On August 7, the FDA granted 510(k) clearance to TechLive, enabling technologists to remotely operate MRI, CT, PET/CT, and ultrasound across sites. With 300+ scanners connected, it helps mitigate staffing shortages via real‑time remote supervision.

FDA grants De Novo authorization to ArteraAI Prostate

ArteraAI Prostate became the first AI tool authorized by the FDA for cancer prognosis. It analyzes digitized prostate biopsies with clinical data to predict aggressiveness and likely therapy benefit, setting a new category for AI‑driven digital pathology.

Caris GPSai achieves 95% accuracy in tissue‑of‑origin study (Cancer Research Communications)

Caris Life Sciences reported 95% accuracy for GPSai in identifying tumor tissue of origin, correcting some misdiagnoses. Trained on 200k+ whole‑exome/transcriptome profiles, it supports more confident treatment of cancers of unknown primary.

PMcardio integrates with Roche cobas® pulse for point‑of‑care AI ECGs

PMcardio now integrates with Roche’s cobas® pulse point‑of‑care device, pairing AI ECG interpretation with bedside high‑sensitivity troponin testing. The CE‑marked setup enables faster, more accurate suspected‑MI triage.

ZEISS PathFinder receives CE Mark for OCT‑based AI analysis

Integrated into the ZEISS CIRRUS OCT platform, PathFinder earned CE Mark approval. It flags abnormal macular scans and enhances OCT‑A image quality and layer segmentation to streamline retinal workflow.

Colonoscopy AI boosts detection but shows deskilling risk (Lancet study)

A randomized evaluation in The Lancet showed an AI polyp detector improved adenoma detection while active. After three months of reliance, endoscopists’ unassisted performance dipped when AI was off — suggesting potential deskilling without balanced training.

MEMORI earns MHRA and CE approval for infection prediction

MEMORI analyzes live EHR signals to forecast hospital‑acquired infections up to 72 hours earlier than current methods. It received UK MHRA approval and EU Class IIb CE certification, enabling earlier intervention and capacity relief.

Suki integrates with MEDITECH Expanse as first ambient AI note assistant

Suki became the first ambient AI scribe natively embedded in MEDITECH’s Expanse EHR. Clinicians can capture encounters with notes automatically generated and inserted into the chart, reducing documentation burden and turnaround.

What clinicians are saying (Reddit, August 2025):

Vero Scribe – accurate, adapts to personal writing style.
Heidi Health – “most advanced” with smart voice macros.
Chartnote – flexible across EMRs; strong for histories/plans.
Audio2Note – local, privacy‑friendly, ~$10/month for transcription + SOAP notes.
UpHeal – therapists use it for fast session summaries.
Mentalyc – saves 4–5 hours weekly with insurance‑compliant notes.
Orchid – affordable EHR with integrated AI drafts.
NudgeAI – supports live capture, uploads, dictation; multiple note formats.
Quill (QuillTherapyNotes) – progress notes from a short voice recap; audio not stored.
Scibesly – form‑based note generation; simple and cost‑effective.

Takeaway: Enterprise adoption is accelerating via deep EHR integrations, while many clinicians still favor nimble, affordable scribes that fit their daily workflows.

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AI in the Scan: August Breakthroughs

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☢Radiology & Imaging

Transpara Breast AI improves sensitivity in cancer detection (Lancet Digital Health study)

UCSD segmentation AI reduces annotation needs by 20× (Nature Communications)

FDA clears TechLive remote scanning platform (DeepHealth/RadNet)

🧬Oncology & Pathology

FDA grants De Novo authorization to ArteraAI Prostate

Caris GPSai achieves 95% accuracy in tissue‑of‑origin study (Cancer Research Communications)

❤️Cardiology

PMcardio integrates with Roche cobas® pulse for point‑of‑care AI ECGs

👁️Ophthalmology

ZEISS PathFinder receives CE Mark for OCT‑based AI analysis

🥓Gastroenterology

Colonoscopy AI boosts detection but shows deskilling risk (Lancet study)

🦠Infectious Disease

MEMORI earns MHRA and CE approval for infection prediction

📝Deep Dive – Ambient AI Scribes

Suki integrates with MEDITECH Expanse as first ambient AI note assistant

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