In this episode, Anastasia Janas interviews Leo Grady, founder and CEO of Jona. With over 20 years in AI and healthcare, Leo has made a profound impact on the field, including leading the development of the first FDA-approved AI system in pathology at Paige.AI. Together, they dive into the journey that led him to create Jona, a company focused on using AI to analyze the gut microbiome for personalized health insights.

Leo shares his thoughts on AI's role in healthcare today, from emerging trends to its transformative potential in improving patient outcomes. Drawing on his own experience building Jona, he offers practical advice for those looking to enter healthcare AI, touching on the unique challenges and opportunities in biotech. With over 100 peer-reviewed papers and 300 patents to his name, Leo’s contributions to AI-driven healthcare are significant. This episode is packed with insights and inspiration for anyone interested in the future of healthcare innovation!

Episode Notes:

• Leo's background and experiences in the medical AI space [00:00]
• Founding of Jona: personal story [03:30]
• Science behind Jona [07:30]
• AI in healthcare: ethical considerations, problems & potential [29:30]
• Potential of AI in medical practice: case study with Paige.AI [36:00]
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs [42:30]