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In this episode, Kevin Tumlinson sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge—Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, CEO of Michigan Medicine, and author of both fiction and nonfiction. Dive into a fascinating conversation about the future of healthcare, groundbreaking medical tech, the role of AI in medicine, and how writing thriller fiction compares to penning nonfiction. Whether you’re a writer or a health innovation enthusiast, this chat is packed with insights that could change the way you see both industries!

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* Dr. Marschall Runge’s website: https://drmarschallrunge.com – Learn more about his books, including "The Great Healthcare Disruption" and "Coded to Kill."

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⏰ Key Topics & Timestamps:

[00:01:09] – Marschall Runge’s medical background and dual writing career[00:06:55] – “The Great Healthcare Disruption”: Cost, access, and bold solutions[00:11:01] – Wearable technology, the rise of health apps, and consumer-driven medicine[00:14:36] – AI in healthcare: Shortages, efficiency, and the future doctor-patient relationship[00:18:53] – Preventive care, medical innovations, and gene therapies[00:22:10] – Comparing fiction and nonfiction writing as an expert in medicine[00:30:10] – Marschall’s next novel: The quest for longevity and the science behind it[00:34:11] – Lessons from Blue Zones and global health best practices[00:45:49] – Kevin on research, outlining, and how AI assists (but doesn’t replace) writers[01:14:23] – Closing thoughts: embracing new tools and storytelling evolution

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