Bob Wachter, Chair of Medicine at UCSF, discusses the promise and pitfalls of AI in healthcare. Topics include AI's empathy, predictive models, consolidation of EHRs, de-skilling of clinicians, use cases like digital scribes, concerns about bias, and the role of AI in medicine. The conversation explores trust, accuracy, and human oversight in AI-generated medical content.

Bob Wachter, Chair of the Department of Medicine at UCSF, shares his expertise on the Omicron surge and its implications for public health. The conversation dives into the political aftermath of January 6th, focusing on Trump's upcoming press conference and Democratic efforts to change the filibuster for voting rights. They also explore societal reflections on 2021's absurdities and the challenges posed by misinformation on social media. Expect insightful commentary on healthcare innovations alongside humorous political anecdotes!

Dr. Bob Wachter, a leading expert in healthcare policy, and Dr. Scott Atlas, a senior fellow at Stanford, join Mohamed El-Erian, chief economic advisor at Allianz. They delve into the balance between public health and the economy during the pandemic. Key discussions include the effectiveness of mask mandates, diverse responses from cities, critiques of predictive models, and the long-term implications of government interventions. They also touch on the need for better pandemic preparedness and the accountability of nations like China in managing health crises.