Health care innovation
Permanente Medical Groups develop and adopt clinical innovations that let Kaiser Permanente transform health care. Our medical groups are imbued with a spirit of exploration and creativity, leading Permanente physicians to constantly improve access to care, deliver that care anywhere, and build upon successes. Our technological edge continues to drive increased accuracy and greater efficiency, which lets physicians keep their focus on our patients and communities.
How an AI-powered messaging tool puts patient safety to the top of the inbox
February 13, 2026
The Smart Messaging Tool helps clinicians better manage patient messages and address high-acuity cases 77% faster.
AI-powered patient portal enhances access, safety, and patient satisfaction
August 11, 2025
New AI-powered patient portal boosts patient access, safety, and satisfaction.
Building trust in health care through better AI governance
July 28, 2025
On a Recent Reuters Events Momentum AI San Jose 2025 panel, Vincent Liu, MD, MS, champions human-centered AI governance in health care.
Reducing cancer deaths, one test at a time
June 25, 2025
How Kaiser Permanente of Northern California nearly doubled colorectal cancer screening rates, cut deaths by 50 percent, and reduced racial disparities through a simple, proactive approach.
Drs. Ansari and Davidoff on innovation and health care access
June 3, 2025
Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, and Ramin Davidoff, MD, highlight ways to retain clinicians while improving outcomes and preventive medicine