The Medical AI Podcast

In today’s episode we explore the hardware and components that build the foundations of Med Tech and make AI viable within medical practices. Join myself, Dr Felix Beacher as I talk to Sub Bhattacharya, Head of Healthcare & Sciences at AMD, as he discusses the hardware perspective of medical AI. We talk about the latest advancements in healthcare technology, including the role of semi-conductors and processors in the technology that makes hand-held diagnostic devices available. Discover how the integration of AI technology is transforming healthcare delivery and research, and gain valuable insights into the future of medical AI. Whether you're a medical professional or simply curious about the intersection of technology and healthcare, this episode offers a fascinating look at the evolving capabilities and feats of engineering in the world of healthcare technology. Don't miss this expert discussion on the cutting-edge intersection of healthcare and technology. Who is Today's Guest - Sub Bhattacharya  Sub Bhattacharya has extensive experience as the Head of AMDs healthcare and Sciences department. He brings 20+ years of leadership roles in business development, strategy, marketing, product management to build bridges between healthcare technology and semiconductors. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Lawry, the author of "Hacking Healthcare" to discuss the challenges of getting medical AI adopted in the real world. Lawry is an expert in healthcare automation, and he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. We start off by discussing the importance of finance and funding in the healthcare industry and how it can be a barrier or influence to the adoption of AI for quality of care. Lawry shares his insights on how to overcome this obstacle and get medical AI solutions into the hands of patients and providers. Behind this, we discuss the operationalisation and efficiency of data and how. We also discuss the role of Healthcare Policy and AI regulation. Lawry shares his thoughts on how policymakers and regulators can support the development and deployment of AI solutions in healthcare while ensuring patient safety and privacy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of healthcare and AI. Lawry’s insights and expertise provide valuable guidance for healthcare providers, policymakers, and innovators seeking to improve the quality of care through automation and technology. Guest Profile - Tom Lawry Tom Lawry serves as Director of Worldwide Health for Microsoft. In this role he works with providers and life science organizations in planning and implementing innovative analytical solutions that improve the quality and efficiency of health services delivered around the globe. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

Join me, Dr Felix Beacher, In this episode, we'll delve into the crossroads of AI and health informatics, guided by our expert guest Professor Mark Braunstein, Professor Braunstein shares his expertise in the field of health informatics and reflects on his book “Health Informatics on FHIR: How HL7's New API is Transforming Healthcare”. We explore the role of health informatics in enabling information exchange and standardization in healthcare and address how the landscape is changing through the use of FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) standards. With the implementation of these standards, healthcare data can be easily shared and analysed, enabling the development of more effective AI applications. We discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise from using AI in health informatics, including issues of data privacy and security, ethical concerns, and the impact on healthcare professionals and patients. This is not an episode to miss, tune to 30 minutes of cutting-edge content! Guest Profile - Dr Mark Braunstein An author and thought-leader in the field, Dr. Braunstein is a professor of health informatics for the School of Interactive Computing in the College of Computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology where he teaches Introduction to Health Informatics, a popular graduate seminar, both on campus and as part of the OMSCS program. He is involved with HL7 and in various research projects at Georgia Tech, and works with and advises numerous community and industry groups. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with none other than ChatGPT itself for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of AI and healthcare. With a touch of humour, we explore the ways in which GPT-3 has the potential to assist healthcare tasks such as medical documentation, clinical trial analysis, and drug discovery. We dive into the world of GPT medical and how it is being used for symptom-checking by patient and doctor alike. We also discuss CPT-3’s model use in start-ups like Babylon Health and Informatica. As we delve deeper into the world of healthcare informatics, chatGPT walks us through how NLP models such as BERT, RoBERTa, and ELMo, are affecting the future of healthcare. We also consider the ethical implications of using AI in healthcare, including the potential for dehumanization and the importance of maintaining a human touch in patient care. Tune in to explore the exciting possibilities of GPT-3 in healthcare and beyond. Guest Profile - ChatGPT ChatGPT is an AI language model developed by OpenAI. It uses machine learning to generate human-like responses to text-based prompts, such as questions or statements. Essentially, it is a computer program that can "chat" with humans and respond in a way that resembles human conversation. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

Join me, Dr Felix Beacher, and this weeks guest, Eric Olson, CEO of Consensus, as we discuss the role of clinical science search engine Consensus. We ask how accessibility is driving innovation in the field of medical research and how these search engines are designed to help researchers find relevant scientific literature quickly and easily. Olson describes consensus as a bridge between platforms like Google Scholar and Chat GPT. We also explore the development of these search engines and the complex algorithms that make them so effective in organizing and presenting scientific research. How does the platform account for ethical considerations such as author biases, potential misinformation, or conversely correctly displaying amateur research papers that meet search criteria. You'll gain valuable insights into the way technology is shaping the future of medical study and research. If you're interested in the latest advances in scientific research and the tools that are driving innovation in the field, then tune in to discover more about the clinical science search engine start-up, Consensus. Guest Profile – Eric Olson Eric Olson is a data science professional, with a Master's in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern University. Olson came up with the idea for Consensus after spending years as a die-hard amateur science consumer and wanting access to better evidence-based information at the click of a button. Prior to Consensus, Eric worked at the sports entertainment company DraftKings, where he served as an Analytics Specialist building predictive machine learning models to better understand the user base. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

Join me, Dr Felix Beacher, for a new episode as I sit down with Madhuri Sebastian, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Enterprise Imaging at Philips. Madhuri is a healthcare technology expert with over 20 years of experience in medical imaging. Sebastian’s specialism takes us through integrated diagnostics and medical imaging. We discuss how integrated diagnostics lets clinicians build advanced profiles and subsequent care for patients through vast bioinformatic and genomic data. We also cover shared data and interoperability, which is how different healthcare systems and devices communicate with one another. She discusses the challenges that come with this, particularly in the context of bridging fractured data systems that exist within healthcare. Finally, Sebastian also discusses the advancements echocardiograms imagery and cardiology treatments that have been made possible through AI in med tech. Guest Profile - Madhuri Sebastian Madhuri Sebastian is the GM and Head of Data Management & Interop Solutions at Philips, based in Boston. Madhuri joined Philips in July 2021, having extensive previous experience as VP of AI Clinical Partnerships. She has partnered with major academic institutions in operational and workflow analytics. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

100 years ago the x-ray machine was invented. 100 years from now who knows how much further technology will take us? In this episode of our podcast, join me, Dr Felix Beacher, as we explore the future of medical AI with Mircea Popa, CEO of Medicai, a company at the forefront of developing AI-powered medical imaging solutions. Popa shares his insights on the tight parameters for diagnosis and how AI can be trained to detect subtle differences in medical imagery. We also discuss the challenges of integrating AI technology into the current healthcare system and the potential path to provide patient care. How do business negotiate different cultures between start-up hustle and the slow pace of safety and caution within the medical field. If you're interested in the future of healthcare, the role of AI in medicine, and the potential benefits of decentralisation in healthcare, this episode is a must-listen. Guest Profile - Mircea Popa Mircea Popa is an entrepreneur responsible for two very successful start-ups in the healthcare world, SkinVision and, more recently, Medicai, an AI medical imaging Cloud Network. He brings a wealth knowledge bridging business and healthcare solutions. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

AI for enhancing CT and MRI image quality, with Eyal Aharon, CEO of MedicVision In Episode 6 of our podcast, we speak with Eyal Aharon, CEO of MedicVision, about how AI technology is being used to enhance CT and MRI capacities through enhanced imagery and less scan time. Aharon’s motivations are driven by health care efficiency and safety as he explains how MedicVision's AI technology can reduce exposure to ionizing radiation in CT scans, making the process safer for patients and how AI can be used to reduce MRI scan time, making the process more efficient and less stressful. We explore insights on the potential impact of AI on the healthcare industry, including how it can improve patient outcomes through improved diagnosis and reduce costs. We discuss the global reach of med tech advancements and how MedicVision's technology is being used across the US, Middle East, Japan, China and Europe to improve quality of medical imaging and bring better care to patients. Finally, Aharon walks us through ethical considerations of continuity, phantom testing and how his company gained FDA approval. Guest Profile - Eyal Aharon Eyal Aharon is an alumnus of Cambridge College Technion Israel Institute of Technology and the CEO of MedicVision, an imaging solutions company at the forefront of AI medical imaging Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

AI for fertility treatment, with Dr Peter Illingworth, of Virtus Health Virtus Health, one of the largest IVF companies in the world with more 40 clinics, is using AI to raise the success rate of IVF. On today’s podcast, Dr Felix Beacher, head of healthcare technology at Informa Tech, discusses these advancements with Peter Illingworth, the medical director involved in developing the AI system at Australia-based Virtus. Dr Illingworth discusses how Virtus’ AI can filter through hours of video imagery of cell growth and correctly analyse patterns of success naked to even the trained human eye. This technology supports embryologists in the laboratory, boosting transferal success rates from 60-70% up to an averaged 93%, saving patients money and the psychological effects that come with IVF risks. This enables them to make more informed decisions about which embryos to transfer, and ultimately improve the chances of a successful pregnancy. Guest Profile - Dr Peter Illingworth Dr Peter Illingworth is an experienced infertility specialist with over 20 years’ experience in assisted reproduction. He is highly regarded internationally due to his academic achievements and practical patient focused approach.  Peter subspecialised in reproductive endocrinology and worked for ten years at Westmead Hospital in Western Sydney. Nowadays, he is Medical Director of IVF Australia. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4

AI and medical imaging in the home, with Dr John Martin, CMO of Butterfly Network Join myself, Dr Felix Beacher and on today’s episode of The Medical AI Podcast, I’m interviewing Dr John Martin, CMO of Butterfly Network, exploring the role of AI in medical imaging in the home. Discover how advanced technology is making medical imaging more accessible and convenient, and discuss the future of home-based medical care. Butterfly Network has already launched their home-based heart ultrasound service ‘Caption Care’ and is looking to expand in this market. With a focus on AI, we cover the latest innovations in medical imaging and the benefits they provide for both patients and healthcare providers. We also cover the challenges of technological integration in non-specialised areas, potential dangers and mitigation that Butterfly Network are researching. AI in med tech is new and there is plenty of space for growth and future thinking, so tune in to optimize your knowledge on AI and medical imaging in the comfort of your home. Guest Profile - Dr John Martin Dr John Martin is a highly experienced gastroenterologist and endoscopist based in London and holds an NHS Consultant post at Imperial College (ICL). He is an expert in colorectal cancer screening, therapeutic and diagnostic colonoscopy and has 25 years' experience of managing all aspects of gastroenterology including abdominal pain or discomfort, reflux disease, diarrhoea and constipation, rectal bleeding, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Original music by Felix Beacher: https://youtu.be/JS93808r-W4