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Creating Human Connection through Artificial Intelligence

Published January 20, 2026

Explore how Mayo Clinic uses artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen communication and empathy in healthcare. Learn how CoCo, a virtual assistant built on the Mayo Model of Communication, provides real-time advice, coaching and feedback to staff across a 1,000-member communication center. Join this webinar to discover how AI can be leveraged to improve efficiency while preserving empathy and human connection – offering scalable, evidence-based approaches to support compassionate care.

Speakers
-Kristen Barry, Senior Education Specialist, Mayo Clinic
-Shawn Grimsley, Senior Digital Content Strategist, Mayo Clinic

Learning Objectives
-Describe how AI can reinforce evidence-based communication practices in healthcare while maintaining ethical standards.
-Describe how AI can provide real-time advice and generate communication resources to support healthcare professionals.
-Demonstrate how digital coaching simulates real-world communication challenges and delivers structured feedback through scenario-based training.
-Evaluate the impact of AI-driven training on staff confidence and patient experience outcomes.

Non-members can purchase webinars at a cost of $49 each.

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