

AI For Pharma Growth
Dr Andree Bates
AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help Pharma, Biotech and other Healthcare companies understand how the use of AI-based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and company results.
This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for biopharma execs from biotech start-ups right through to big pharma. In this podcast, Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building results in a pharma company using AI and alert you to some fascinating new tools and applications to benefit you and your company.
As the author of many peer-reviewed journals in pharma AI, and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI, futuretech, healthcare and pharma to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing, but magical world of AI powered tools to achieve real-world results.
This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI-powered tools that are the secret behind some time-saving and supercharged revenue-generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to Discovery, R&D, clinical trials, market access, medical affairs, regulatory, market research, business insights, sales, marketing, including digital marketing, and so much more.
This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for biopharma execs from biotech start-ups right through to big pharma. In this podcast, Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building results in a pharma company using AI and alert you to some fascinating new tools and applications to benefit you and your company.
As the author of many peer-reviewed journals in pharma AI, and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI, futuretech, healthcare and pharma to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing, but magical world of AI powered tools to achieve real-world results.
This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI-powered tools that are the secret behind some time-saving and supercharged revenue-generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to Discovery, R&D, clinical trials, market access, medical affairs, regulatory, market research, business insights, sales, marketing, including digital marketing, and so much more.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 28min
E178: Navigating Reliability in Modern Molecular Research with AI
Can AI truly revolutionize molecular biology if it’s built on unreliable data? In this game-changing episode, we speak with Dr. Jonathon O'Brien, founder and CEO of Golgi, about one of the most critical—and often overlooked—issues in biomedical AI: data reliability.With a background in biostatistics, proteomics, and machine learning, Dr. O’Brien shares how Golgi’s AI-powered computational platform is helping pharma and biotech giants like Johnson & Johnson tackle the reproducibility crisis in mass spectrometry-based proteomics. We explore how his patented platform predicts measurement variability using data features most researchers overlook—and how this unlocks faster, cheaper, and more reliable drug discovery.What You’ll Learn:Why AI models in biology often fail due to bad training dataHow Golgi predicts data reliability without replicatesWhy reproducibility and variance prediction are key to high-throughput drug screeningReal-world examples from pharma and stealth biotech clientsThe cultural and technical barriers to trustworthy AI in life sciencesLessons from AlphaFold and Basecamp Research on reliable ML data useBest practices for applying machine learning in molecular biologyHow human expertise is still vital in AI-driven biomedical innovationAbout the PodcastAI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Aug 5, 2025 • 29min
E177 | Maximising Healthcare Value with Real World Data
In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of real-world data (RWD) in modern healthcare. Our guest, Ted Sweetser, Vice President of Strategic Advertising and Partnerships at PurpleLab, shares expert insights on how real-world data is driving innovation in patient outcomes, market access, and public health strategy.From electronic health records (EHRs) and insurance claims data to wearable health technology and social determinants of health (SDOH), this conversation explores how diverse data sources are reshaping the pharmaceutical, payer, and provider landscapes.Topics Covered:What is real-world data and how it differs from traditional clinical trial dataThe rise of RWD in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR)How RWD supports regulatory decisions and drug developmentLeveraging AI and cloud computing to accelerate healthcare insightsCase studies: Using RWD to address access inequalities and improve patient careHow RWD informs insurance coverage, pricing strategies, and treatment protocolsEthical frameworks and HIPAA-compliant practices for data de-identificationThe future of proactive healthcare powered by predictive analyticsKey Takeaways:Real-world data enables evidence generation at scale, supporting faster, cost-effective decisions in healthcare.Insurance companies and pharma use RWD to identify underserved populations, optimize formulary decisions, and validate the ROI of new drugs like GLP-1s.AI-powered platforms like PurpleLab unify fragmented data sources while protecting patient privacy and maintaining HIPAA compliance.Preventative healthcare strategies and public health interventions are increasingly driven by granular, geospatial, and demographic data.About the PodcastAI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jul 29, 2025 • 32min
E176 | FDA Guidance on AI in Drug Development & Orphan Drug Development
In this episode, former FDA leader and current SVP of Regulatory and Quality at Ariana Data Intelligence, Dr. Frederico Goodsaid, shares cutting-edge insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and development — particularly in the treatment of rare and orphan diseases.From breaking down the FDA's new guidance on AI to explaining why credibility now matters more than explainability, this conversation offers essential takeaways for professionals in biotech, pharma, regulatory affairs, clinical trials, and digital health.In This Episode, You'll Learn:How the FDA defines and regulates AI tools in drug developmentThe evolving concept of “credibility” in machine learning modelsWhy AI is essential for rare disease research with small patient populationsChallenges with black-box algorithms and how to overcome themHow real-world evidence and genomic data are driving drug repurposingThe FDA's stance on continuous learning AI systemsStrategic advice for pharma companies adopting AI under regulatory scrutinyAbout the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jul 22, 2025 • 35min
E175 | Technology and Human Evolution
Why empathy, ethics, and education must remain central to AI adoptionPredictions for the next 500 years of human-AI co-evolutionThis conversation blends AI philosophy, tech strategy, and personal productivity in a way that will challenge your assumptions and give you actionable ideas to stay relevant in the AI-pIn this eye-opening episode, we’re joined by Mark Andrews, founder and CEO of AI Prophets, for a deep-dive into how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming human evolution, cognition, work, and even our biology.Together, we explore:How AI is evolving from a tool to a symbiotic part of the human experienceThe merging of human consciousness with technology through brain-computer interfaces and AI-driven implantsWhy large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are only the beginningTranshumanism, wearable tech, and the dawn of digital biologyHow overdependence on AI may cost us our authentic voice and cognitive agilityThe role of data science and prompt engineering in unlocking AI’s real-world potentialAbout the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jul 15, 2025 • 27min
E174 | How AI is Transforming Regulatory Submission and Medical Writing in Biopharma
In this powerful episode, we dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming regulatory submissions and medical writing in the biopharmaceutical industry.Our guest, Tim Martin, Vice President of Product at Yseop, shares expert insights on how AI-driven tools are revolutionising workflows, cutting document creation times by over 70%, and helping accelerate drug approval timelines — potentially saving $1–$5 million per day for pharma companies.In this episode, you’ll learn:How AI reduces time-to-market for clinical submissionsWays automation ensures regulatory compliance and data securityHow AI supports regulatory document generation like clinical study reports (CSRs) and patient narrativesThe role of AI in maintaining accuracy, consistency, and formatting compliance across submission packagesInsights into the adoption of AI by both Big Pharma and emerging biotech companiesWhat regulatory agencies like the FDA and EMA say about AI-generated contentHow platforms like Veeva integrate with AI solutions to streamline document workflowsFuture-proof skills medical writers will need in an AI-powered landscapeWhether you're a regulatory affairs professional, medical writer, clinical operations leader, or part of a biotech startup, this episode provides actionable knowledge about AI in life sciences, automated regulatory writing, and digital transformation in pharma.About the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jul 8, 2025 • 44min
E173 | How AI is Changing/Revolutionizing Drug Discovery
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marschall Runge - CEO of Michigan Medicine and Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School - to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the entire landscape of drug discovery, clinical trial design, and precision medicine.With deep insights from decades of leadership across biotechnology, genomics, and translational research, Dr. Runge shares exclusive stories on how pharmaceutical giants and biotech startups are using AI to compress years of research into days, optimize molecule design, and personalize treatments with astonishing accuracy.From protein folding to AI-generated molecules, and from digital twins to FDA-approved synthetic data in trials, this episode is a must-listen for anyone working in:Pharmaceutical innovationAI and machine learning in healthcarePrecision medicineClinical trial optimizationHealthtech entrepreneurshipBiotech investment and strategyTopics Covered In This Episode:How AI is accelerating drug discovery timelines from years to daysReal-world case studies using AI to find novel inhibitorsThe rise of digital twins, synthetic data, and AI-driven clinical trialsDemocratization of drug development for startups and biotech foundersData bias, model design, and ethical considerations in AI-driven researchPredictive accuracy of AI-designed drugs vs traditional pharma R&DThe future of personalized medicine powered by omics and machine learningThe impact of large tech companies (Google, Apple, NVIDIA) entering pharmaExciting breakthroughs in anti-aging and longevity drug researchDr. Runge's predictions for the next 10 years in healthcare and AIAbout the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jul 2, 2025 • 29min
E172 | The problems that modern AI methods have with patient populations in oncology and neuroscience
This powerful episode dives into one of the most urgent issues in modern healthcare; how current AI systems in clinical trials are missing the mark for diverse and underrepresented patient populations, especially in oncology and neurology.Guest Dr. Joseph Geraci, mathematician, quantum machine learning scientist, and inventor of Netramark, breaks down how most AI models today are built on biased, homogeneous datasets - and what needs to change to truly unlock the potential of precision medicine.In this episode, you will hear: How standard AI systems often misdiagnose patients due to biased training dataThe critical differences in AI model performance in oncology vs. neuroscienceWhy small data is the new frontier for clinical trial successThe overlooked power of patient attitudes, placebo responses, and behavioral factorsHow explainable AI and causal modeling are reshaping the future of drug discoveryChallenges and solutions around AI bias, patient privacy, and regulatory strategyThe emerging role of digital twins, transcriptomic time series, and multi-dimensional data fusion in advancing equitable drug developmentWhether you're leading a clinical trial, innovating in pharmaceutical AI, or shaping policy around FDA/EMA approvals for AI tools, this episode is your roadmap to building smarter, fairer, and more impactful healthcare technologies.About the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jun 24, 2025 • 32min
E171 | Leveraging AI to Detect Mental States and Prevent Catastrophic Events in Mental Health
Leveraging AI to detect mental states and prevent catastrophic events in mental healthThis episode dives into a revolutionary advancement in AI-powered mental health technology. Francois Gand, founder and CEO of Nuro, introduces Mentis - a non-invasive neurotechnology platform capable of detecting, tracking, and predicting mental states in real time.From preventing suicide and catastrophic errors in high-risk professions to enabling communication for the paralyzed, Mentis is a game-changer in brain-computer interface (BCI) innovation. Discover how AI-driven cognitive monitoring is transforming how we assess and respond to fatigue, anxiety, PTSD, cognitive performance, and emotional distress - all through a seemingly simple, wireless headband.In this episode, you'll learn:How Mentis monitors real-time mental states like attention, fear, fatigue, and anxietyUse cases in suicide prevention, palliative care, PTSD intervention, and clinical diagnosticsHow non-invasive BCI restores communication for voiceless and paralyzed patientsThe significance of mental state awareness in aviation, defense, athletics, and healthcareValidation with McGill University showing over 97% accuracy in mental state classificationData privacy protocols: fully encrypted, local, and user-controlled data handlingPotential for integration in clinical trials, pharma R&D, and frontline therapeutic settingsThe evolving role of AI in psychiatry, mental health diagnostics, and brain state analyticsThis conversation offers a powerful glimpse into the future of mental health monitoring, AI-enhanced cognitive tools, and human-AI interaction through ethical, high-precision neural signal analysis.About the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jun 17, 2025 • 30min
E170 | Leveraging AI for patient finding and knowledge generation for rare diseases
In this expert-led episode, Christopher Rudolf, CEO of Volv Global, unpacks how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing rare disease detection and knowledge generation. With over 30 years in data science and medical informatics, he shares how machine learning is being used to solve two of the biggest challenges in rare disease: finding undiagnosed patients and generating actionable clinical insights.This conversation is essential for professionals in healthcare innovation, data analytics, life sciences, and rare disease advocacy. Discover how AI is shortening diagnostic journeys, overcoming data limitations, and uncovering new phenotypic patterns - especially for ultra-rare conditions often overlooked by traditional systems.In this episode, you will hear:How AI pinpoints hidden rare disease patients using population-scale clinical, claims, and genetic dataWhy traditional EHR data and diagnostic coding fail rare disease detection - and how AI models fill the gapThe challenge of balancing specificity vs. sensitivity in identifying true positivesHow natural history studies and patient-generated data are helping refine precision medicineWhat AI-generated insights reveal that clinical literature often missesThe role of patient advocacy groups in training better algorithms and ensuring relevancePrivacy, redaction, and regulatory concerns - and how to responsibly handle sensitive patient dataThe limitations of synthetic data, federated learning, and digital twins in ultra-rare conditionsHow bias in healthcare data can mislead AI - and what safeguards can mitigate disparitiesWhat’s next: scaling ethically, lowering costs, and building trust between AI tools and cliniciansAbout the Podcast:AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Jun 10, 2025 • 30min
E169 | Scaling Life-Saving AI Through Synthetic Imaging
This episode dives deep into how synthetic medical imaging is revolutionizing the development of AI in healthcare. Rayan Sadri, founder and CEO of Carez AI, explains how his team uses diffusion models and GANs to create fully anonymized, regulator-friendly datasets that dramatically accelerate the development of diagnostic tools - even for rare conditions and underserved populations.Discover how synthetic data eliminates the bottlenecks of traditional medical datasets by solving challenges around privacy, annotation costs, data scarcity, and demographic bias. From MRI and CT scans to X-rays, ultrasound, and RF signal data, learn how this technology enables faster, safer, and more inclusive AI model training.Whether you're building healthcare AI products, optimizing clinical research pipelines, or scaling life sciences innovation, this conversation uncovers practical, scalable strategies for deploying high-quality synthetic datasets that meet clinical standards and regulatory requirements.In this episode, we discuss:What is synthetic imaging and how it differs from traditional datasetsThe four-step process of creating medically accurate synthetic imagesBalancing visual quality, anatomical accuracy, and data diversityAddressing data bottlenecks in medical AI developmentFDA perspectives on synthetic data and regulatory complianceApplications of synthetic data in reducing contrast media risksConditional generation for underrepresented patient demographicsEthical concerns: privacy, bias, traceability, and clinical relevanceHow synthetic data empowers faster and more inclusive AI breakthroughsThe future of AI and synthetic imaging in global healthcareThis episode is tailored for Medical AI startups and healthtech founders, clinical researchers and radiologists, AI engineers and data scientists in life sciences, digital health policy makers and FDA collaborators, academic researchers exploring synthetic data applications and Investors and stakeholders in health innovationAbout the Podcast: AI for Pharma Growth is a podcast focused on exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise healthcare by addressing disparities and creating equitable systems. Join us as we unpack groundbreaking technologies, real-world applications, and expert insights to inspire a healthier, more equitable future.This show brings together leading experts and changemakers to demystify AI and show how it’s being used to transform healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, technology sector, or just curious about AI’s role in social good, this podcast offers valuable insights.AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget. As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more. Dr. Andree Bates LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter