Less Paperwork, More Patients: AI Revolution in Hospitals

Hospitals use AI to reduce paperwork, freeing doctors’ time and accelerating patient treatment in emergency departments.

3 Jul 2025

Hospitals in Australia are adopting artificial intelligence to reduce administrative work and improve patient care, as health systems face increasing pressure from rising demand and staff shortages.

South Western Sydney Local Health District has partnered with Fujitsu to implement a new AI system aimed at cutting documentation time and accelerating treatment in emergency departments. Early results from the pilot suggest significant time savings for clinicians, allowing them to devote more attention to patients.

“This is not just about saving time, it is about fundamentally changing how care is delivered,” said Professor Paul Middleton, Chief Medical Information Officer at South Western Sydney Local Health District. “AI enables clinicians to spend more time with patients, where it counts most.”

The system uses Fujitsu’s advanced computing platform to process large amounts of clinical data in real time, supporting quicker and more accurate decisions by emergency teams. The technology is designed to be particularly effective in trauma situations, where rapid response is critical.

“This is only scratching the surface of how AI can transform clinical decision-making and improve healthcare outcomes,” said David Gentle, Director of Foresight and Planning at Fujitsu.

The initiative is part of a broader shift in Australia towards digital health tools, with technology companies playing a growing role in modernising healthcare services. Although some concerns persist over data privacy and the reliability of AI algorithms, early indications point to efficiency gains and improved patient care.

Further trials of AI solutions are expected across Australian hospitals, as policymakers and healthcare providers explore wider applications of the technology. The developments suggest Australia is moving towards faster, more personalised medical care through expanded use of digital innovations.