In this episode of the Data Analytics Chat podcast, host Ben Parker welcomes Steve Labkoff, Vice President for Development and Medical Analytics at Bristol Myers Squibb. 

Steve shares his incredible career journey, from starting as a traditional physician to pioneering roles in medical informatics and analytics across various pharmaceutical companies. 

The discussion explores the intricacies of personalised medicine, highlighting the importance of identifying the right data and the challenges it presents. Steve also highlights the impact of life experiences on his career, the value of mentorship, and his innovative contributions, including the development of video game simulations for medical training and the establishment of a hospital for AIDS care in Africa. 

00:00 Introduction to Data Analytics Chat
00:33 Steve Labov's Career Journey
02:09 Transition to Informatics
03:49 Major Projects and Achievements
09:54 Challenges and Setbacks
12:50 The Role of Mentorship
20:43 Personalised Medicine and Data
24:15 The Future of AI in Healthcare
32:14 Challenges in Data Interoperability
39:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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