In this episode of the Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, host Adam Rushford speaks to Dr Max Rath, a specialist physician trained in South Africa who has since become a prominent figure in the digital health and medtech space. Discussing his journey from clinical medicine, to completing an MBA at Oxford and into his current role as Chief Medical Officer of a medtech startup, AI Diagnostics.

Sharing insights into the South African healthcare system which drove him to solve deep-seated problems and innovate. Providing an overview of the AI-powered digital stethoscope his company has developed, which enables affordable, effective tuberculosis (TB) screening, which is especially vital in resource-constrained, high-burden settings. The device’s use of advanced sound analysis represents a significant step forward in expanding access to care in developing countries.

They ecplore the regulatory, financial, and practical challenges involved in bringing digital health technologies to market, particularly the significant capital requirements and the need for global awareness around TB. Dr Rath emphasises the importance of validating AI models across diverse populations and engaging key stakeholders in global health to ensure broad adoption and impact.

Offering candid reflections on making the transition from bedside care to systems-level problem solving, while maintaining clinical ties to ensure relevance and patient focus.

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