Episode Title

People-First AI: The Leadership Framework Behind Scalable Dental Tech

Episode Summary

AI adoption in dentistry is accelerating, but results remain inconsistent.

In this episode of The TechDental Podcast, Dr Randeep is joined by Aleksandra Osipova, founder of Apricity Lab and former Chief AI Officer, to explore why most AI initiatives fail to scale and what leaders must do differently.

This conversation focuses on people first AI, systems thinking, leadership maturity, and operational readiness. Aleksandra shares practical insights on how dental organisations can implement AI responsibly, build trust with teams, maintain data integrity, and create feedback driven systems that deliver measurable return on investment.

This episode is essential listening for dental executives, founders, and leaders of growing groups who want to move beyond AI hype and build scalable, resilient technology strategies.

What You Will Learn

1. Why AI does not fix broken processes and instead amplifies them
2. What people first AI means in real organisational settings
3. How systems thinking in dentistry applies directly to AI implementation
4. Why leadership mindset determines AI success more than technology
5. How iteration, feedback loops, and KPIs drive sustainable AI outcomes
6. Why data integrity and governance are critical in healthcare AI
7. How to introduce AI without breaking culture, trust, or teams
8. The leadership capabilities required to scale AI responsibly

Key Topics Discussed

1. AI hype versus operational reality in dentistry
2. People first AI as a leadership framework
3. Systems thinking and organisational readiness
4. Iterative AI rollout and continuous improvement
5. Measuring success through stable KPIs
6. Data bias, governance, and regulatory considerations
7. Trust, transparency, and employee engagement
8. The future of scalable, human centred AI in dental organisations

Guest

Aleksandra Osipova

Founder, Apricity Lab

Former Chief AI Officer

Four time founder and AI strategist

Aleksandra advises organisations on how to design systems that allow AI to scale responsibly while enhancing human capability and decision making.

Connect with the Guest

1. LinkedIn (Personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandra-osipova/
2. LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/apricity-lab/

About the Podcast

The TechDental Podcast explores the intersection of technology, leadership, and business in dentistry.

Hosted by Dr Randeep, the podcast features founders, executives, clinicians, and innovators shaping the future of dental organisations through better systems, smarter use of AI, and disciplined leadership.

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