ai and healthcare

Summary
In this podcast episode, Sheikh Shuvo interviews Will, an accomplished research scientist and tech executive. Will shares his journey in the field of AI, from his early interest in computer graphics to his eventual focus on computer vision. He discusses the hype and public awareness surrounding AI and how it has evolved over the years. Will also talks about his favorite project at Snap and the impact of company culture on research. He provides insights on evaluating companies as a research scientist and offers advice for PMs and software engineers transitioning into AI. The conversation concludes with a discussion on risk assessment and management in AI and Will's current projects in healthcare.

Takeaways

• The field of AI has experienced significant hype and public awareness in recent years, with the community gaining exposure to the masses in a political campaign-like manner.
• Company culture plays a crucial role in shaping the direction of research and development, with different companies having distinct approaches and priorities.
• When evaluating companies as a research scientist, factors such as ethics, product focus, and the founders' background and leadership style should be considered.
• For PMs and software engineers transitioning into AI, it is important to understand the technology and its use cases, as well as the product-market fit.
• Risk assessment and management are critical in AI, especially in areas like generative AI, and organizations should invest in cybersecurity measures to protect against potential threats.
• Will is currently working on projects in healthcare, using AI to improve healthcare systems, provide insights, and develop software solutions for sensitive populations like inmates.

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The Health Management Academy's Table Podcast welcomes David Feinberg, M.D., MBA  to the table with our host and CEO, Renee DeSilva, for an enlightening discussion AI and the impact to healthcare, as well as Oracle's vision and priorities in healthcare. 

 As the Chairman of Oracle Health, David leads the vision and strategy of Oracle's healthcare division, leveraging over 25+ years of experience in the field. He joined Oracle in October 2022, after serving as the CEO of Cerner Corporation, one of the largest healthcare IT companies in the world. In this role,  David is driven by the mission of improving the health and well-being of people and communities, and he is firmly committed to advancing the state of the art in healthcare through Oracle's products and services.

Renee and David discuss Oracle’s global perspective, attained from serving a diverse array of clients worldwide. David takes us through how tech and data is leveraged differently outside the US, from prescribing operas in Egypt to building interoperability with 14 million daily records at the UK’s National Health Service. 

Finally,  Renee and David discussed the pace of AI change and how to ensure it does more than just complicate existing problems. Renee's favorite quote from David during the conversation? AI won’t replace doctors, but it will replace those who don’t use it.  

The Table Podcast, hosted by Renee DeSilva, CEO of The Health Management Academy, amplifies real conversations about the healthcare issues that matter.

Renee DeSilva, a highly experienced professional in the healthcare industry for over two decades, is widely recognized as a sought-after speaker, moderator, panelist, and host. Her expertise is informed by The Health Management Academy's extensive portfolio of over 65 annual events, where she engages with C-Suite healthcare decision-makers and innovators. This exposure gives her a unique and valuable perspective on the industry's challenges and opportunities.

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