In this episode, we uncover the surprising reality behind your medical records: even though your electronic health record (EHR) contains rich, personal data, most of it goes unused. We explore why that is — and how new technologies are beginning to unlock its potential.

Topics Covered:

• What’s actually inside your EHR — and why it often stays siloed

• The barriers to health data sharing, from privacy laws to unclear incentives

• How synthetic data is revolutionizing research and AI training

• The rise of digital twins: virtual versions of patients used to personalize care

• What it takes to safely and ethically use personal health data in medicine

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, we dive into the world of synthetic data—a term that might sound intimidating but is revolutionizing the way we do healthcare research. Join us as we break down how fake-but-realistic data is helping solve some of medicine’s biggest challenges, from privacy to innovation.

Topics Covered:

• What synthetic data is and why it matters for healthcare

• How it protects privacy while enabling faster, safer research

• The main techniques used to create synthetic data—from basic stats to advanced AI like GANs

• Real-world applications in radiology, clinical trials, hospital simulation, and diabetes care

• How synthetic data lays the foundation for future innovations like digital twins

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Have you ever wondered if your Apple Watch could one day be your personal health coach—or even your doctor? In this episode we unpack Apple’s bold moves in the healthcare space and what it means for the future of your well-being.

Topics Covered:

• Apple’s vision to empower personal wellness through everyday tech

• How devices like the Apple Watch and AirPods are becoming medical tools

• The hidden power of Apple’s software platforms: HealthKit, ResearchKit, and CareKit

• Apple’s global strategy for scaling health features worldwide

• How Apple is prioritizing privacy and earning user trust

• What’s next: AI-driven health insights, new sensors, and telehealth integration

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

AI in Healthcare: What the Headlines Don’t Tell You (AI-generated summary)

In this episode, we take a critical look at the real state of AI in healthcare in 2025, beyond the hype and sensational headlines. Using insights from Stanford University's AI Index Report 2025, we explore what’s actually happening at the intersection of AI and medicine—from breakthroughs to limitations, and everything in between.

Topics Covered:

• AI outperforms doctors in diagnostics—but struggles in real-world workflows

• The rise of medical foundation models like Med-Gemini and ChexAgent

• Virtual AI labs and the future of collaborative research

• How AI-powered scribes are reducing burnout and saving time

• Synthetic data’s growing role in privacy-conscious innovation

• The surge in FDA-approved AI tools—and what that really means

• The high cost and hallucination risks of advanced LLMs

• Ethical progress in areas like bias, explainability, and consent

• Integrating social determinants of health into AI models for equity

This episode was crafted using AI, delivering the key takeaways from this important update in a concise, educational, and accessible format—perfect for staying informed on the go.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, we break down the mind-bending world of quantum computing—no physics degree required. From spinning qubits to digital twins, we explore how this revolutionary tech could unlock breakthroughs in drug discovery, clinical trials, and personalized medicine.

Topics Covered:

• What quantum computing actually is (in plain English)

• How superposition and entanglement make qubits so powerful

• Why quantum is perfect for simulating molecules in drug discovery

• The potential of digital twins and in silico trials for personalized care

• When and how quantum computers will be useful in real-world healthcare

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, we explore FUTURE-AI, a groundbreaking global framework designed to ensure that medical AI is not just innovative—but also ethical, transparent, and worthy of our trust. With input from 117 experts across 50 countries, this initiative aims to set the first internationally agreed-upon standards for responsible AI in healthcare.

Topics Covered:

• What FUTURE-AI stands for—and why it matters

• The six core principles: Fairness, Universality, Traceability, Usability, Robustness, Explainability

• How the Delphi method shaped a global consensus on AI standards

• The difference between research AI tools and those ready for clinical use

• Why this framework could shape the future of ethical AI in medicine

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is stepping into the role of personal fitness coach—and actually outperforming humans at motivating us to move. We dive into the groundbreaking research behind MHC-Coach, a Stanford-developed AI model fine-tuned on behavioral psychology, designed to deliver just the right nudge at just the right time.

Topics Covered:

• Why behavior change is one of healthcare’s biggest challenges

• How the MHC-Coach uses the “Stages of Change” model to personalize motivation

• Why AI-generated messages outperformed human-written ones in a large-scale study

• The role of Just-in-Time Adaptive Interventions (JITAI) in real-time health nudges

• The potential of AI as a scalable, empathetic health behavior coach

  
  

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Why do so many people use AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini—but still hesitate to trust them with health advice? In this episode, we explore a recent national survey from KFF and JAMA that uncovers the surprising disconnect between how often we use AI and how little we trust it in matters of health.

Topics Covered:

• Why only 5% of users are "very confident" in AI health advice

• How age influences both AI use and skepticism

• The role of familiarity bias and the need for empathy in healthcare

• Why data transparency and accountability are essential for trust

• What needs to change—education, regulation, and system design—for AI to earn our confidence

  
  

Credits:
Production: MedShake Studio
Host: Anca Petre

✔ Stay connected and learn more:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetre

• Website: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.com

• Email: anca@medshakestudio.com

More about the podcast:
Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.

Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.