AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine

AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine

Join Stanford professors Matt Lungren and Justin Norden as they explore the impacts and applications of AI in Healthcare. In conversations with top medical professionals, industry leaders, and academic experts, they draw upon their research to discuss common misconceptions, fears, and exciting advancements for using AI in the medical field. Each episode provides useful insights and key considerations for professionals navigating the future of healthcare.

Learn more about Stanford's online Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

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In this episode of the Stanford AI and Healthcare podcast, hosts Matt Lungren and Justin Norden interview Dr. Bob Wachter, Chair of Medicine at UCSF and author of The Digital Doctor and The Giant Leap.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

]]> Wachter reflects on the rapidly evolving AI landscape, contrasting big-tech model races with the unique dynamics of healthcare, where Epic and the EHR remain central. They discuss AI’s role in clinical workflows, digital scribes, decision support, and consumer-facing tools, highlighting issues of trust, safety, liability, and consolidation. Wachter emphasizes cautious but steady adoption, the inevitability of AI-powered practice, and the tension between innovation and incumbent platforms. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:11:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-04-07:/posts/8884273 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 11: AI in Healthcare: You Can’t Delegate AI with Andy Slavitt https://audioboom.com/posts/8865962 11 AI in Healthcare: You Can’t Delegate AI with Andy Slavitt 2380 false full

This episode explores the rapid, bottom‑up adoption of AI in healthcare, featuring co-founder and general partner at Town Hall Ventures and former CMS (U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) administrator Andy Slavitt. Along with hosts Justin Norden and Matt Lungren, Andy discusses the evolving LLM landscape, why many clinicians use AI daily despite organizational resistance, and why leaders can’t delegate AI literacy. They examine regulatory challenges, CMS’s new access model that directly rewards effective AI, and how the same tools doctors use are empowering patients to manage their own health.

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Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner at Town Hall Ventures

]]> This conversation frames this rare moment where policy signals, enterprise adoption, and consumer behavior are all pushing AI in healthcare forward. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865962 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 10: AI in Healthcare: AI as Your Personal Health Partner https://audioboom.com/posts/8865926 10 AI in Healthcare: AI as Your Personal Health Partner 2049 false full

In this latest episode of Stanford's AI in Healthcare series, Dr. Syed Mohiuddian, Chief #AI Transformation Officer at UnitedHealth Group, joins the Matt and Justin to discuss how #artificialintelligence is reshaping modern medicine.

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Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University: https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Syed Mohiuddin, SVP, Chief AI Transformation and Strategy Officer at UnitedHealth Group

]]> From personal health tools to large-scale care systems, they explore how AI can reduce costs, expand access, and empower both patients and clinicians. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:09:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865926 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 9: AI in Healthcare: Tracking and Trusting AI in Medicine, Dr. Shantanu Nundy https://audioboom.com/posts/8865922 9 AI in Healthcare: Tracking and Trusting AI in Medicine, Dr. Shantanu Nundy 2028 false full

In this episode, hosts of Stanford's AI in Healthcare Series, Matt Lungren and Justin Norden, are joined by guest, Dr. Shantanu Nundy. The trio explore the rapid adoption of #AI in healthcare, the challenges of real-world monitoring, and the FDA’s evolving regulatory approach.

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Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University: https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Shantanu Nundy, Physician, Technologist, and Advisor to the #FDA on AI

]]> This episode dives into alert fatigue and the urgent need for robust tracking and feedback systems to ensure patient safety and effective innovation. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:08:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865922 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 8: AI In Healthcare: Leveraging GPT-5, Cosmos, and Predictive Models for Better Outcomes https://audioboom.com/posts/8865951 8 AI In Healthcare: Leveraging GPT-5, Cosmos, and Predictive Models for Better Outcomes 2292 false full

In this episode, hosts Matt Lundgren and Justin Norden, and special guest Seth Hain, Senior Vice President of R&D at Epic explore the latest advancements in AI models, including #GPT5, and their impact on healthcare. The trio discuss the challenges of benchmarking AI in medicine, the integration of #AI into clinical workflows, and the development of specialized models like Cosmos for predictive healthcare. They also addresses the implications of AI-driven deskilling, the evolving relationship between human expertise and AI, and the future of user experience in healthcare technology.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Seth Hain, Senior Vice President of R&D, Epic

]]> Whether you're a clinician, developer, or healthcare leader, this session offers valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges at the intersection of AI and healthcare. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865951 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 7: AI in Healthcare: Empowering Patients with Kimberly Powell, NVIDIA https://audioboom.com/posts/8865954 7 AI in Healthcare: Empowering Patients with Kimberly Powell, NVIDIA 2673 false full

In this episode, hosts Matt Lungren and Justin Norden welcome Kimberly Powell from Nvidia, who shares insights from her two-decade journey spearheading AI innovations in healthcare. They discuss recent AI advancements, the growing sophistication of patient interactions with AI models, and the shift toward employing robotics and digital tools in clinical settings.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Kimberly Powell, Vice President / General Manager, NVIDIA

]]> The conversation highlights how technology is evolving to enhance healthcare delivery and patient empowerment while addressing the challenges of privacy and compliance in medical environments. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:06:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865954 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 6: AI in Healthcare: Accelerating the AI Revolution in Medicine, with Peter Lee, Microsoft https://audioboom.com/posts/8865959 6 AI in Healthcare: Accelerating the AI Revolution in Medicine, with Peter Lee, Microsoft 3000 false full

In this latest episode, hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren, along with Microsoft Research President Peter Lee, discuss cutting-edge AI developments, focusing on model performance, post-training compute, and healthcare applications. The conversation explores emerging AI technologies, benchmarking challenges, and innovative approaches to medical diagnostics. Lee highlights research on sequential diagnosis, AI agents, and the potential of AI to reduce administrative burdens in healthcare.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Peter Lee, President of Microsoft Research

]]> This discussion examines the nuanced evaluation of AI models, emphasizing the importance of creating collaborative, context-aware systems that can effectively assist medical professionals. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865959 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 5: AI in Healthcare: The Future of Personalized Healthcare Technology with Dr. Jessica Mega https://audioboom.com/posts/8865932 5 AI in Healthcare: The Future of Personalized Healthcare Technology with Dr. Jessica Mega 2279 false full

In this 5th episode of the Stanford AI in Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren and guest Dr. Jessica Mega explore AI's revolutionary potential in medicine, discussing its applications across diagnostic tools, drug discovery, and patient care. The conversation highlights the importance of developing AI platforms that integrate into clinical workflows, providing comprehensive patient insights.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jessica Mega, Stanford University, MD, MPH

]]> Drawing parallels with genomics research, this talk looks at AI's potential to break down medical specialization barriers and create more personalized, proactive healthcare solutions. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:04:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865932 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 4: AI in Healthcare: AI, Longevity, and the Future of Healthcare, with Dr. Eric Topol https://audioboom.com/posts/8865953 4 AI in Healthcare: AI, Longevity, and the Future of Healthcare, with Dr. Eric Topol 2451 false full

In this fourth episode of the Stanford AI in Medicine series, hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren, and guest, Dr. Eric Topol of the Scripps Research Translational Institute, explore the transformative potential of #AI in healthcare, discussing how advanced technologies can revolutionize medical education, disease prevention, and patient empowerment. Drawing from his expertise in genomics and precision medicine, Dr. Topol reveals how AI can enable personalized health strategies, early disease detection, and individualized longevity approaches.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Eric Topol, Scripps Research Translational Institute

]]> This conversation critically examines current healthcare limitations while highlighting breakthrough opportunities in understanding age-related diseases, drug discovery, and patient-centered care. This discussion offers profound insights into how artificial intelligence is poised to reshape our understanding of health, aging, and medical innovation. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:03:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865953 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 3: AI in Healthcare: Navigating Medical Innovation, Dr. Amy Abernathy, Highlander Health https://audioboom.com/posts/8865917 3 AI in Healthcare: Navigating Medical Innovation, Dr. Amy Abernathy, Highlander Health 1538 false full

In this third episode of the Stanford AI in Healthcare podcast, hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren, along with guest Dr. Amy Abernethy, Co-Founder of Highlander Health explore the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. Diving deep into the current capabilities of language models, the discussion tackles critical questions about AI adoption, clinical integration, and the evolving role of physicians.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Hosts:
Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Amy Abernethy, M.D., Ph.D., Co-founder, Highlander Health

]]> From ethical considerations to regulatory challenges, this conversation offers a nuanced look at how AI is reshaping medical practice, highlighting the delicate balance between technological advancement and human expertise. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865917 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 2: AI in Healthcare: From Decision Support to Drug Prescriptions, Dr. Graham Walker, Kaiser https://audioboom.com/posts/8865929 2 AI in Healthcare: From Decision Support to Drug Prescriptions, Dr. Graham Walker, Kaiser 2177 false full

In the second episode of the Stanford AI in Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren, along with guest Dr. Graham Walker, Co-Director of Advanced Development at Kaiser, discuss the latest developments in AI models, particularly GPT-4.5. They highlight the incremental improvements in AI performance, the hallucination rate, and the growing trust in AI-generated content. The conversation also covers the increasing use of AI in healthcare, including for clinical decision support and medical education. They also debate the potential for AI to prescribe medications and the need for regulatory frameworks.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Dr. Graham Walker, Co-Director of Advanced Development at Kaiser Permanente

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865929 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine 1: AI in Healthcare: State of Gen AI in Healthcare, Troy Tazbaz Former Head Digital Health FDA https://audioboom.com/posts/8865919 1 AI in Healthcare: State of Gen AI in Healthcare, Troy Tazbaz Former Head Digital Health FDA 1775 false full

Join Matt Lungren and Justin Norden, faculty members at Stanford University, as they explore the dynamic and evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in healthcare. In this special episode, they are joined by Troy Tazbaz, the Former Head of Digital Health at the FDA, for a comprehensive and thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of AI, medicine, and regulation.

Stanford Online, in collaboration with the Stanford Center for Health Education, is brought to you by the Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education.

Learn more about Stanford's Healthcare AI programs: https://stanford.io/3NEt7uE

Matt Lungren, Stanford University - https://profiles.stanford.edu/matthew...
Justin Norden, Stanford University - https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/jus...
Guest Speaker: Troy Tazbaz, Former Head of Digital Health for the FDA

]]> Tune in for expert insights into how AI is reshaping the future of healthcare, the challenges it brings, and how leadership, innovation, and regulation are key to navigating this transformative period in medicine. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2026-02-25:/posts/8865919 AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine AI in Healthcare | Stanford Medicine