Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Maulik Purohit, Chief Health Innovation Officer at datosX Digital Health Labs
Aug 5, 2025
Dr. Maulik Purohit, Chief Health Innovation Officer at datosX Digital Health Labs and a physician specializing in brain injury, discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. He highlights how AI enhances documentation and diagnostics but warns of its limitations, stressing the necessity for high-quality data. Purohit compares developing effective AI systems to nurturing a child, emphasizing care and infrastructure. He also addresses the risks of over-reliance on AI in medical specialties and the need for thoughtful integration into patient care.
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Dual Perspective on AI Validation
- Dr. Maulik Purohit shared his unique perspective from both sides: as a former Chief Health Information Officer and now evaluating AI technologies. - He highlighted the challenge health systems face in validating AI claims without robust evaluation tools.
AI Transforms Documentation and Operations
- AI has greatly improved healthcare operations and documentation, easing clinicians' burdens. - Automating tedious backend tasks like scheduling enhances efficiency and physician-patient interaction quality.
AI Needs Quality Data and Infrastructure
- AI diagnostic tools still need more evolution due to data quality issues. - Like raising a child, AI requires proper data and infrastructure to mature into a reliable tool.