Episodes

  • Bridging Disciplines: Dr. Ritu Agarwal on AI's Promise for Healthcare's Toughest Challenges (Part Two)

    Bridging Disciplines: Dr. Ritu Agarwal on AI's Promise for Healthcare's Toughest Challenges (Part Two)
    Nov 12 2024
    In this thought-provoking continuation, Dr. Hassan Tetteh and Dr. Ritu Agarwal delve deeper into the future of AI in healthcare. Dr. Agarwal predicts accelerated adoption of AI technologies, while emphasizing the critical need for responsible implementation. The conversation explores the challenges of addressing systemic biases in healthcare through AI, with Dr. Agarwal highlighting the importance of representative data sets, rigorous model interrogation, and community engagement. The episode concludes with valuable advice for medical students, policymakers, and healthcare professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of digital health. Listeners will gain insights into balancing innovation with ethical considerations and the transformative potential of AI in creating more equitable and effective healthcare systems.
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    23 mins
  • Bridging Disciplines: Dr. Ritu Agarwal on AI's Promise for Healthcare's Toughest Challenges (Part One)

    Bridging Disciplines: Dr. Ritu Agarwal on AI's Promise for Healthcare's Toughest Challenges (Part One)
    Nov 5 2024
    In this episode of Smarter Healthcare with AI, Dr. Tetteh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Ritu Agarwal, a distinguished expert bridging social science, data science, and technology in healthcare. Dr. Agarwal, the Co-Director of the Center for Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence at Johns Hopkins University, shares her journey in tackling healthcare's "wicked problems" through interdisciplinary approaches. She discusses strategies for fostering collaboration across academic silos and the mission of her groundbreaking center. The conversation delves into exciting developments in precision medicine and AI-driven digital therapeutics, exploring how these innovations could transform areas like diabetes care and medication adherence. Dr. Agarwal also highlights the unprecedented opportunities created by advances in data availability, computing power, and AI algorithms to revolutionize healthcare delivery and outcomes. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the future of digital health and the critical role of multidisciplinary teamwork in driving healthcare innovation.
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    30 mins
  • Revolutionizing Primary Care with AI: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap (Part Two)

    Revolutionizing Primary Care with AI: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap (Part Two)
    Oct 8 2024
    In the conclusion to Dr. Hassan Tetteh's conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap, founder and CEO of SOAP Health, the discussion delves deeper into the future of healthcare and medical education. Dr. Charlap shares his vision for revolutionizing medical school curricula to better prepare future doctors for an AI-augmented healthcare landscape. The episode explores the concept of the "Precision Patient," emphasizing the critical importance of comprehensive, patient-provided health data in delivering personalized care. Dr. Charlap passionately argues for a paradigm shift in how we collect and utilize patient information, challenging current practices and advocating for a more holistic approach to understanding each individual's health story. The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations of implementing AI in healthcare, with both doctors offering nuanced perspectives on the responsible use of technology in medicine. This episode offers listeners a fascinating glimpse into the potential future of healthcare, where AI and human
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    29 mins
  • Revolutionizing Primary Care with AI: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap (Part One)

    Revolutionizing Primary Care with AI: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap (Part One)
    Oct 1 2024
    In the latest episode of Smarter Healthcare with AI, Dr. Hassan Tetteh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Steven Charlap, Founder and CEO of SOAP Health, about the revolutionary potential of AI in transforming primary care. Dr. Charlap shares the personal tragedy that inspired his mission and introduces SOAP Health's innovative AI-powered platform, which he describes as potentially "the most significant product of this quarter century." The discussion explores critical issues plaguing primary care, including time constraints and miscommunication, and how SOAP's AI-driven "perfect medical interviewer" could address these challenges. Listeners will learn about the potential for AI to improve diagnostic accuracy, reduce medical errors, and democratize access to high-quality healthcare. The conversation also delves into the complexities of implementing such technology, including the need for proper oversight and aligning financial incentives in healthcare. This fascinating episode offers a glimpse into how AI could reshape the future of primary care and potentially solve some of healthcare's most pressing challenges.
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    34 mins
  • Dr. Christyl Johnson & Space Medicine: NASA's Moon and Mars Missions Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Earth (Part Two)

    Dr. Christyl Johnson & Space Medicine: NASA's Moon and Mars Missions Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Earth (Part Two)
    Sep 10 2024
    In the second half of this captivating episode, Dr. Hassan Tetteh continues his fascinating conversation with Dr. Christyl Johnson of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Dr. Johnson delves deeper into NASA's preparations for long-term space missions, including the transition to green fuels and the critical importance of holistic healthcare approaches for astronauts. She emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of human health in space, touching on challenges like bone density loss and cardiovascular changes in zero gravity. Dr. Johnson also highlights the potential of digital twins and AI in revolutionizing personalized medicine, both for space travel and on Earth. The discussion concludes with an inspiring outlook on the future, as Dr. Johnson shares her excitement about engaging young minds in these ambitious space exploration goals and the potential for groundbreaking innovations in healthcare and technology.
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    30 mins
  • Dr. Christyl Johnson & Space Medicine: NASA's Moon and Mars Missions Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Earth (Part One)

    Dr. Christyl Johnson & Space Medicine: NASA's Moon and Mars Missions Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Earth (Part One)
    Sep 3 2024
    In this special episode of Smarter Healthcare with AI, Dr. Hassan Tetteh speaks with Dr. Christyl Johnson, Deputy Center Director for Technology and Research Investments at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Dr. Johnson discusses NASA's ambitious plans for sustainable human presence on the Moon by 2040 and future Mars missions, exploring the cutting-edge technologies required for these endeavors. The conversation delves into how space-focused innovations in AI, healthcare, agriculture, and life support systems often lead to revolutionary breakthroughs in everyday technologies on Earth. Dr. Johnson shares her inspiring journey from curious high school student to NASA leader, highlighting the importance of out-of-the-box thinking in scientific advancement. This episode offers a unique perspective on the intersection of space exploration and healthcare innovation, promising exciting developments for the future of human health both on Earth and beyond.
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    28 mins
  • The Human-AI Partnership: Enhancing Medical Expertise with Dr. James Cimino (Part Two)

    The Human-AI Partnership: Enhancing Medical Expertise with Dr. James Cimino (Part Two)
    Aug 13 2024
    Continuing their discussion, Drs. Hassan Tetteh and James Cimino explore the potential transformative impact of AI across the entire healthcare ecosystem. Dr. Cimino envisions AI assistants helping clinicians access the latest research, treatment guidelines, and institutional protocols on demand during patient visits. These AI tools could bridge knowledge gaps between different healthcare roles like physicians, administrators, social workers, and more. The two experts examine how AI could enhance clinical trials and accelerate medical research by rapidly synthesizing and sharing data insights. They also discuss opportunities for AI to help address healthcare disparities by tailoring information for diverse populations. Dr. Cimino emphasizes the critical role academia must play in the responsible development of AI systems. From seeking new knowledge to educating the next generation, universities must pursue truth and share findings openly through research and training. As the conversation concludes, Dr. Tetteh raises the idea that today's AI is just the beginning—the "worst" version we'll ever use as the technology rapidly evolves. Dr. Cimino is optimistic that increasingly accessible AI will level the playing field, empowering more people to capitalize on these powerful capabilities. Through their passionate dialogue, Drs. Tetteh and Cimino illustrate the amazing possibilities when human intelligence partners with artificial intelligence to build a smarter, more equitable future of healthcare.
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    29 mins
  • The Human-AI Partnership: Enhancing Medical Expertise with Dr. James Cimino (Part One)

    The Human-AI Partnership: Enhancing Medical Expertise with Dr. James Cimino (Part One)
    Aug 6 2024
    In this insightful episode, Dr. Hassan Tetteh is joined by Dr. James Cimino, Chair of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Cimino shares his perspectives on how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. He discusses the power of large language models and generative AI to analyze vast amounts of data, enabling precision medicine tailored to each patient. From predicting outcomes to automating tasks and augmenting human capabilities, AI opens up amazing possibilities. The two experts dive into cutting-edge applications, such as using AI to fight cancer, leverage genomic data, improve surgical techniques, and increase access to care. They provide an insider's look at the innovative ways AI is transforming healthcare today and what future breakthroughs may be on the horizon. While incredibly promising, they emphasize the critical importance of implementing AI thoughtfully and ethically. As the capabilities of these systems grow, we must remain vigilant about potential risks and limitations. Through this engaging discussion, Drs. Tetteh and Cimino illustrate how informed conversation and responsible development of AI can build a healthier, smarter future of healthcare for all. Their passion for improving patient outcomes while upholding core medical ethics shines through.
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    26 mins