Listen "E150 | Using AI as a Medical Assistant"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we delve into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare with Dr. Steven Charlap, founder and CEO of SOAP Health. Driven by a deeply personal mission to prevent misdiagnosis and save lives, Dr. Charlap shares his journey from a career as a general surgeon to pioneering AI-powered solutions that are changing the medical landscape.We explore:How SOAP Health is addressing the global crisis of misdiagnosis.The role of AI in early detection of cancers, heart disease, and rare conditions.Why AI-augmented doctors are the future of precision medicine.Ethical considerations and the importance of privacy in medical AI.How SOAP Health empowers doctors to work more efficiently while improving patient outcomes.Dr. Charlap also provides a fascinating look at SOAP Health’s AI-driven medical interviewer, which communicates naturally with patients to gather accurate information and enhance diagnosis. This conversation paints a compelling picture of how technology and medicine are converging to improve healthcare globally.Guest:Dr. Steven Charlap – Founder and CEO of SOAP Health, physician, innovator, and advocate for AI-driven healthcare solutions designed to combat misdiagnosis and save lives.Topics Covered:The Misdiagnosis Crisis and AI SolutionsEarly Cancer Detection and Risk AssessmentsPrecision Medicine and Rare Disease DiagnosisAI-Augmented Doctors: Supercharging Medical PracticePrivacy, Ethics, and Compliance in Medical AIFuture Developments in Patient Tracking and EngagementResources and Links:Connect with Dr. Steven Charlap:Email: [email protected]: Dr. Steven CharlapLearn More About SOAP Health: SOAP Health WebsiteAbout the Podcast:AI for Health Equity 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...
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