The Business of AI in Healthcare

Jim Pollock, CEO of LumenAstra, reveals how a microwave sensor born from space research is transforming patient care—from battlefield heat stress to ICU brain monitoring. Learn how his team uses AI to decode human tissue and why federal funding, not venture capital, powered this deep-tech breakthrough. Discover why measuring the "warmth within" may be the next frontier in non-invasive diagnostics.

Dr. Heather Bassett, Chief Medical Officer at Xsolis, explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare operations from streamlining hospital workflows to bridging gaps between payers and providers. She breaks down the culture shifts, trust-building, and responsible AI practices driving real adoption across health systems. Discover why embracing machine learning isn’t just innovation, it’s survival in modern healthcare.

Can AI decode your personality from just a photo? In this episode, Roman Kikta, CEO of Phenometrix, joins Dr. Bob Kaiser to explore facial phenotyping, AI-driven personality assessment, and how computer vision and large language models are transforming emotional intelligence, hiring, and human connection in healthcare. A must-listen for anyone curious about AI in healthcare and behavior prediction.

How can AI deepen behavioral health care without crossing ethical lines? Loren Larsen, CEO of Videra Health, reveals how AI-driven conversations, facial analysis, and patient follow-ups are reshaping mental health treatment—and why model cards are crucial for transparency. Tune in to explore the fine line between innovation and patient trust.

Can AI elevate—not replace—human decision-making in healthcare? Richard Kedziora, co-founder of Estenda Solutions, shares lessons from 23 years at the intersection of software, data, and medicine, exploring how augmented intelligence is redefining clinical workflows, diagnostics, and digital health. From diabetic retinopathy detection to ambient AI listening, this conversation reveals what’s next in practical AI for patient care.

How can AI accelerate medical breakthroughs while keeping patient data secure? Mary Beth Chalk, co-founder of BeeKeeperAI, shares how privacy-enhancing technologies and secure collaboration platforms are reshaping AI-driven healthcare innovation. Plus, her personal journey underscores why ethical AI is critical for the future of precision medicine.

Can AI be both a game-changer and a threat in healthcare cybersecurity? Josh Spencer, a certified ethical hacker and founder of FortaTech, unveils the double-edged sword of AI—how generative models empower attackers and the tools combating these threats. Explore how innovations like Bastion GPT are reshaping secure, HIPAA-compliant AI for healthcare.

How do healthcare organizations make data AI-ready for meaningful innovation? Don Woodlock, Head of Global Healthcare Solutions at InterSystems, shares insights into the critical role of data integrity, retrieval-augmented generation, and ethical AI. Discover how precision data fuels groundbreaking applications in patient care and revolutionizes healthcare operations.

In this episode, Dr. Bob Kaiser speaks with Terry Jones, the visionary behind Travelocity and Kayak, about his journey from a history major to a tech leader in travel. Terry shares his insights on navigating risk, fostering innovation, and how AI is reshaping industries. He reveals how embracing digital disruption can help businesses stay competitive and avoid being left behind. Packed with real-world examples and key lessons on leadership, this episode offers valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs and leaders looking to drive change.

In this episode, host Dr. Bob Kaiser talks with Dr. Robert Pearl, author of ChatGPT MD, about how generative AI is reshaping healthcare by empowering doctors and patients to manage chronic diseases, reduce costs, and save lives.

Discover the groundbreaking potential of AI in transforming modern medicine, and learn why Dr. Pearl believes AI will revolutionize the future of healthcare.