Healthcare Unfiltered Episode 255: AI and Healthcare: A Patient and a Caregiver Perspective
Nov 25, 2025
Journalist Erin O'Hearn, a mother and caregiver with a rich background in broadcast reporting, shares her poignant journey as both a patient with Crohn's disease and a long-term caregiver. She highlights how AI could have alleviated the emotional and logistical challenges in her care experience. Erin discusses the MAHA movement and emphasizes the importance of combining AI with genuine human connection. She offers practical advice for caregivers, advocating for open conversations and the need to seek support during tough times.
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Platform Dynamics Distort Truth
- Erin links the rise of influencer platforms to erosion of trusted journalism and truth becoming subjective.
- She warns that unregulated voices monetize audiences and reinforce beliefs rather than facts.
Early Misdiagnosis Then Long Remission
- Erin recounts being misdiagnosed in college before a specialist confirmed Crohn's disease at 21.
- She credits lifestyle changes and experience for 15+ years symptom-free status.
Investigate Medical Opinions Like Reporting
- Approach your medical care like reporting: gather multiple perspectives and ask targeted questions.
- Shop physicians until you find one who listens and aligns with your individual needs.
