Oct. 16: OpenNotes Co-Founder to Deliver Lecture You Won't Forget

Join Tom Delbanco, MD—co-founder of OpenNotes—for a powerful Grandberg Lecture reflecting on his 55-year journey to transform primary care. From listening more deeply to patients to launching a global transparency movement, Tom’s story is one of radical empathy, lasting change, and what comes next. Tune in live via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 8am ET. Register for free.

Oct. 29: In the age of AI, what happens when patients read their open notes?

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the efforts of the OpenNotes Lab, which is exploring the next frontier of healthcare transparency through AI. Plus, learn about key findings from our proof-of-concept study on how patients might use large language models to interpret open notes. Register for free.

"Patients Are Diagnosing Themselves With Home Tests, Devices and Chatbots"

OpenNotes has always been in favor of patients taking an active role in their health. "The evidence shows that the more a patient gets involved in their own care, the better the outcomes,” Tom Delbanco, MD told The Wall Street Journal. “In the future, primary-care doctors could act more as expert consultants rather than paternalistic bosses to patients.” Read about the DIY health trend.

"Running your lab results by ChatGPT? Here's what to keep in mind"

With AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, more patients are interpreting their own health data—sometimes accurately, sometimes not. Learn how patient advocates like Judith Miller are using AI to demystify their test results, and what Liz Salmi and Adam Rodman, MD, say about the promise and pitfalls of AI-powered health advice. Read the full story.

"Sustainably Advancing Health AI: A Decision Framework to Mitigate the Energy, Emissions, and Cost of AI Implementation"

How can health systems embrace AI without undermining their climate goals? Chethan Sarabu, MD, AI & Informatics Strategist at OpenNotes, recently coauthored a paper on strategies towards more sustainable AI adoption for health system leaders, technologists, and policymakers. Health AI has enormous potential but also significant energy, emissions, and cost implications. Read the recommendations. (paywalled 🔒)

Ramachandran A, Sarabu C, Gupta U, Ghose S, Lee VS. Sustainably Advancing Health Ai: A decision framework to mitigate the energy, emissions, and cost of AI implementation. NEJM Catalyst. 2025;6(10). doi:10.1056/cat.25.0125 

"Changes in Documentation After Implementing Open Notes in Mental Health Care: Pre-Post Mixed Methods Study"

How are psychiatrists and psychologists adapting their language and documentation practices after implementing open notes? This study found they are rewriting notes for target audiences, removing jargon, and carefully considering sensitive information. They also report increased time spent writing notes and using open notes as a digital therapeutic tool. Read how else mental health professionals are adapting to open notes. (open access 🔓 )

Meier-Diedrich E, Blease C, Heinze M, Wördemann J, Schwarz J. Changes in Documentation After Implementing Open Notes in Mental Health Care: Pre-Post Mixed Methods Study (Preprint). Journal of Medical Internet Research. 2025;27:e72667-e72667. doi:https://doi.org/10.2196/72667 ‌