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In this episode of the MEDITECH Podcast, host Rachel Wilkes engages in a thought-provoking discussion with futurist Zack Kass, exploring the profound impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare and beyond. Zack, drawing from his extensive experience as Former Head of GTM at OpenAI, shares insights into why AI is personally important to him and recounts transformative moments where AI influenced his life, emphasizing the need for embracing technological advancements. He paints a visionary picture of a future world empowered by AI, offering key insights into ethical considerations and bias mitigation in AI development. Zack stresses the critical relevance of AI for healthcare workers and leaders alike, urging clinicians and executives to recognize its potential in enhancing patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. He highlights the necessity for ongoing education and adaptation in the AI field, recommending resources for staying informed. Looking ahead, Zack predicts AI's evolution over the next decade, envisioning its profound implications for healthcare, businesses, and society, and emphasizes the necessity for future-proofing skills in the era of AI.

In this clip, CIO Sherry Montileone of Citizens Memorial Healthcare shares how they use interoperability and the positive impact it's had on patients, providers, and the organization as a whole. To listen to the full interview, visit the website of MUSE International, a non-profit education and networking group for users of the MEDITECH electronic health record system.

MEDITECH's collaboration with workgroups like Argonaut, CommonWell, and FAST is not just enabling technologies in Expanse but making a difference for the industry as a whole. Hear from MEDITECH's Senior Director of Interoperability, Mike Cordeiro, on this clip from his interview with MUSE, a non-profit education and networking group for users of the MEDITECH electronic health record system.

Come hear about exceptional advances made in genomic medicine and how they can help health care organizations deliver transformative and personalized care, with our guests: practicing physician and medical geneticist Marsha Fearing, MD, MPH, MMSc; Anna Dover, doctor of pharmacy and director of product management at First Databank; Dr. Ray Lorenz, associate medical director; and Pat Rice, clinical director of precision medicine and genetics at Frederick Health in Frederick, Maryland.

Patient data has evolved from being static notes written on paper to a much more dynamic and fluid source of information for patients, providers, and health systems.

Jennifer Mueller, MBA, RHIA, SHIMSS, FACHE, FAHIMA, Vice President and Privacy Officer at Wisconsin Hospital Association and President/Chair at American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), has seen that shift first-hand in her professional career and volunteer efforts with the Wisconsin Health Information Management Association (WHIMA), where she currently serves as president.

Hear how Jennifer’s passion for using health data to support patients has been informed by her own experiences, particularly helping her father navigate his healthcare plans.

What does a top 50 accounting firm have to do with home care? Find out when you listen to our latest guest, Lindsay Doak, MBA, Director of Research at BerryDunn. Lindsay is a seasoned healthcare leader, with over 15 years experience in healthcare education, business intelligence, and patient satisfaction initiatives. In her role at BerryDunn, Doak helped drive the advancement of healthcare as part of the firm's services and dedicated home health and hospice team, who work with agencies to strengthen their care delivery methods and patient outcomes. Doak has also had the unique opportunity to spearhead the 2021 National Healthcare at Home Best Practices and Future Insights Study. Learn more about these important initiatives here on the MEDITECH Podcast.