Over the past few decades, clinical practice has witnessed a profound transformation, driven by increasing reliance on advanced imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and, more recently, artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted tools. Once the cornerstone of medical practice, the physical examination (PE) is now being overshadowed by a growing dependence on technology. Although these innovations have undoubtedly enhanced diagnostic accuracy, they have also led to an unintended consequence—the gradual decline of bedside examination skills, as clinicians increasingly rely on them instead of direct PE. […]