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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Dr. Andrea “Andi” Cooley, DO, a cardiothoracic surgeon and Assistant Dean at UT Tyler School of Medicine, shares her journey from surgery to innovation and education. Guided by her motto “never say never,” Andi shares how witnessing rural health disparities inspired her to use technology and AI to drive equitable change.
She reframes pitching as co-creating solutions, not selling ideas. Effective pitches, she says, start with a clear “why,” invite collaboration, and balance vision with practical, sustainable steps. Drawing from design thinking and systems leadership, Andi emphasizes empathy, listening, and empowerment—skills she used in a pivotal 2024 AI Symposium talk that led to partnerships with Microsoft.
Her advice: lead with purpose, value others’ perspectives, and be brave enough to advocate for what matters—especially when speaking for those without a voice.
She reframes pitching as co-creating solutions, not selling ideas. Effective pitches, she says, start with a clear “why,” invite collaboration, and balance vision with practical, sustainable steps. Drawing from design thinking and systems leadership, Andi emphasizes empathy, listening, and empowerment—skills she used in a pivotal 2024 AI Symposium talk that led to partnerships with Microsoft.
Her advice: lead with purpose, value others’ perspectives, and be brave enough to advocate for what matters—especially when speaking for those without a voice.
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