AI and Healthcare
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AI and Healthcare—with Mika Newton and Dr. Sanjay Juneja is an engaging interview series featuring world-renowned leaders shaping the intersection of artificial intelligence and medicine. Discover how AI is transforming healthcare today, addressing real-world challenges and improving patient outcomes.This series caters to anyone’s listening style with bite-sized, commute-friendly insights and full-length interviews. Join co-hosts Mika Newton, CEO of xCures, and Dr. Sanjay Juneja, a globally recognized oncologist and VP of Clinical AI at Tempus AI, as they explore cutting-edge innovations with industry pioneers.Originally launched as the TARGET: Cancer Podcast in 2021, the series evolved after 75 episodes into a comprehensive platform for AI and healthcare conversations.
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Mar 24, 2025 • 13min
Why are we waiting for cancer?—with Dr. Sanjay Juneja
Early cancer detection can save lives, yet traditional treatments often focus on late-stage disease. This episode explores the critical need for a shift in approach—studying human cells directly, improving model systems, and building a comprehensive tissue repository to better understand cancer at its earliest stages. Dr. Azra Raza shares insights on key differences in cancer progression between children and adults, along with the ethical and practical challenges of early intervention.
Mar 21, 2025 • 14min
Is Healthcare Tech Solving The Right Problems?—with Mika Newton
Mika Newton and Dr. Nigam Shah explore whether healthcare technology and AI are addressing the right problems. They discuss the tendency to focus on easy solutions like using language models to respond to patient messages, which may not save time as expected. The conversation highlights the need to redefine goals and use AI for innovative approaches rather than just replicating existing tasks done by humans. They emphasize increasing access and efficiency in healthcare, like using AI for triaging patients and educational interactions, which can free up resources and potentially double service capacity.
Mar 20, 2025 • 10min
How Do You Evaluate AI's Impact On Patient Care?—with Mika Newton
Mika Newton speaks with Dr. Nigam Shah, a Stanford professor and Chief Data Scientist at Stanford Healthcare, about AI’s role in healthcare. They discuss evaluating AI’s impact on patient care, the challenges of benchmarking AI models, and the importance of using real-world data. The conversation explores how AI can enhance clinical decision-making, the need for well-defined research questions, and strategies for selecting the right data to improve healthcare outcomes.
Mar 19, 2025 • 43min
Cracking AI in Healthcare: Real Use Cases & Missed Opportunities—with Mika Newton [Full Podcast]
AI is reshaping healthcare, from clinical workflows to drug discovery and the rise of full-stack biotech companies. But what are the real challenges, and where is AI falling short? Mika Newton sits down with Krish Ramadurai from AIX Ventures to break down the complexities of AI in healthcare, the importance of domain expertise, and the push to automate clinical development. They also discuss how startups can navigate the industry’s regulatory landscape and what investors are looking for in AI-driven healthcare solutions. Whether you're in biotech, investing, or just curious about the future of AI, this discussion offers valuable insights.
Mar 13, 2025 • 56min
Can AI Cure Cancer Before It Starts? Dr. Azra Raza Explains—with Dr. Sanjay Juneja [Full Podcast]
Join Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Columbia University professor Dr. Azra Raza in an in-depth discussion about the transformative potential of AI and technology in early cancer detection. Dr. Raza shares her insights on how continuous monitoring and innovative technologies could find cancer at the 'first cell stage,' long before traditional methods. Learn about her journey from pediatric oncology to establishing one of the richest tissue repositories, and discover how AI-powered implantable devices could revolutionize the future of healthcare. This episode sheds light on the untapped possibilities in proactive cancer care and the critical shift needed to focus on early detection.
Mar 6, 2025 • 12min
Are Current AI Developments Sustainable?—with Mika Newton
This episode features Nigam Shah discussing the sustainability of AI in healthcare, focusing on challenges in development, validation, and regulation. The conversation explores the limitations of current AI models, the evolving role of governance, and the need for localized validation to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Mar 2, 2025 • 38min
Rethinking AI in Healthcare: Insights from Dr. Nigam Shah—with Mika Newton [Full Podcast]
In this episode, Mika Newton speaks with Dr. Nigam Shah, a professor at Stanford and Chief Data Scientist at Stanford Healthcare, about the challenges and opportunities of AI in healthcare. They discuss the sustainability of AI development, the complexities of regulation, and the importance of localized validation. The conversation explores how AI can enhance clinical decision-making, optimize healthcare resources, and expand patient access while addressing barriers in implementation, governance, and data sharing.
Feb 24, 2025 • 46min
Breaking Healthcare’s Bottleneck: AI, Data & Policy Fixes with Bob Battista and Mika Newton - Full Podcast
This podcast episode explores the intersection of AI and healthcare, focusing on drug development, repurposing, and access to medical treatments. Mika Newton speaks with Bob Battista about the challenges of sharing pharmaceutical data, regulatory barriers, and how AI could enhance clinical decision-making. They discuss real-world data, patient knowledge, and the role of technology in optimizing treatment pathways. The conversation also touches on privacy laws, governance, and the potential for AI to empower patients with better access to medical insights. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of how innovation and policy changes could improve healthcare outcomes.
Feb 18, 2025 • 11min
Who is responsible for AI decisions?—with Mika Newton
Bob Battista, an expert in AI and healthcare, dives into the revolutionary potential of AI in reshaping patient autonomy. He highlights how AI can enhance decision-making by processing vast clinical data, allowing patients to take charge of their health. The conversation addresses critical issues around data sharing and governance, comparing AI in healthcare to self-driving cars. Ultimately, they explore the vital role of improving health literacy to empower patients in navigating AI-driven support for better treatment outcomes.
Feb 14, 2025 • 5min
How is AI Changing Healthcare Decision Making?—with Mika Newton
Mika Newton and Bob Battista dive into how AI is revolutionizing healthcare decision-making. They discuss AI's ability to analyze clinical evidence and personalize treatment recommendations. The conversation highlights the challenges of regulatory restrictions and data silos that hinder progress. They emphasize the importance of accessible data for maximizing AI's potential and explore how adaptable healthcare guidelines can enhance patient outcomes, particularly in oncology.
