Welcome back to The AI-Ready Doctor, where we explore how technology and empathy can transform healthcare. In this episode, host Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun sits down with Karla Cardoza , a patient experience specialist with deep roots in advocating for compassion across health systems. Together, they unpack the evolving role of AI in healthcare from empowering patients to be active participants in their care, to helping clinicians manage documentation and achieve better patient outcomes.

Karla Cardoza shares personal stories and insights on how AI, when used thoughtfully, can enhance confidence in decision-making for patients and their families. But alongside the promise, they also dive into the real concerns around privacy, the irreplaceable value of human touch, and the importance of building trust in an age where algorithms play an increasing role in care. You’ll also hear a lively debate on where AI shines, where the human element is non-negotiable, and how cultural contexts and biases must be addressed as we shape the future of medicine.

Tune in for a candid, hope-filled conversation about how clinicians and patients can partner with AI, always keeping compassion at the heart of healthcare.

00:00 Empowered Patients and Health Tech

03:41 AI-Assisted Elderly Care Decisions

08:45 AI Expanding Healthcare Data Context

12:44 Empathy Over AI Efficiency

14:21 "Automating Care, Not Caring"

19:31 Red Flags in Contract Process

23:34 "AI-Powered Design and Feedback"

26:50 "AI Bias in Healthcare Recommendations"

29:25 "Empathy, Time, and Trust"

31:30 "Prioritizing Patient Involvement in AI"

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Welcome to another episode of The AI-Ready Doctor, where we explore the real stories and practical applications of artificial intelligence in medicine. In today’s episode, we're joined by Dr. Gastelum, an accomplished critical care anesthesiologist, single mother, and AI enthusiast. Dr. Gastelum shares her personal journey balancing life as a physician and parent, revealing how intentional choices have shaped her path.

Together, Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun and Dr. Gastelum dive into those “aha moments” when AI proves itself more than just a buzzword, from navigating legal contracts to streamlining everyday medical workflows. Dr. Gastelum opens up about integrating AI into both her clinical decisions and daily life, whether that's finding quick solutions for knee pain or helping colleagues save time at work.

This conversation isn’t just about technology, it’s about adapting, staying curious, and using new tools to make life better for both patients and clinicians. Get ready to hear authentic, relatable stories and thoughtful reflections on privacy, skepticism, and the evolving role of doctors in an AI-driven world. If you’re wondering how AI can augment your practice, your parenting, or simply your everyday routines, this episode is for you.

00:00 "Everyone Has a Moment"

03:16 "AI Solved My Contract Issue"

06:35 "Convenient, Clear, Time-Saving Solutions"

12:16 "Mindful Engagement with AI"

13:46 AI: Misunderstood but Useful Tool

17:10 Medicine's Evolving Knowledge Access

21:04 "Managing High-Risk Surgical Induction"

23:26 AI Enhances, Not Replaces Judgment

27:58 AI: The Future's Ultimate Tool

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Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The AI-Ready Doctor! Today, host Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun sits down with Vivek Nanda, the “man behind the media” for a spirited discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare. From the practical wins, like saving clinicians valuable documentation time, to pitfalls like overhyped headlines promising AI can replace doctors, our guests dig deep into what’s really happening on the frontlines.

In this episode, you’ll hear about why patient communication is still healthcare’s biggest pain point, how new legislation like California’s AB3030 is aiming to create more transparency and trust in AI usage, and why both patients and providers need transparency when using AI-powered tools. Plus, we’ll explore the environmental impact of AI, biases in algorithms affecting medical coverage, and why the path forward is “human, powered by AI.”

Whether you’re a clinician, medical educator, researcher, or just AI-curious, this conversation is packed with real-world insights and practical takeaways. Stick with us curiosity is infectious, and there’s plenty to catch here at The AI-Ready Doctor!

00:00 AI Transforming Healthcare Productivity

05:52 "AI Usage and Validation Insights"

06:52 Prioritize Transparency in AI Healthcare

13:10 Doctor-Patient Communication Tips

15:17 "Care Navigation Tools for Patients"

19:24 "Transparency in AI Usage"

23:30 Healthcare Tech Journey & Pivot

26:56 Tools Easing Burnout and Conflict

28:40 AI Risks in Medical Decisions

33:42 Understanding AI's Hidden Costs

36:46 Custom GPT for Carbon Footprints

41:46 "AI, Bias, and Decision Challenges"

45:43 AI Transforming Precision Medicine

47:02 AI Streamlines Post-Biopsy Workflow

50:53 Insurance Denials and Ethics Concerns

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Welcome to another powerful and personal episode of The AI-Ready Doctor podcast. Today, hosts Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun and Dr. Alin Gragossian take us deep into the world of organ transplantation a space where every second matters and lives hang in the balance.

This conversation is especially poignant as Dr. Gragossian shares her unique perspective, not just as a critical care physician and medical director at an organ procurement agency, but also as a heart transplant recipient herself. From suddenly becoming a patient in the very ER where she worked, to navigating the rigorous and emotional transplant process, Alin opens up about what it really means to live through both sides of critical care.

The episode explores the intricate, high-stakes world of organ donation and transplantation, the importance of compassionate communication, and the ways modern technology including AI could revolutionize how organs are matched and care is delivered. Together, Hassan and Alin also discuss the crucial need for trust and transparency in the transplant process, equity in access to life-saving therapy, and the untapped potential of AI to improve not just operational efficiency but also the patient experience.

Tune in for a heartfelt, insightful discussion about hope, innovation, and the future of transplant medicine.

00:00 Sudden Heart Failure and Transplant

04:34 "The Importance of Words in Medicine"

07:38 Organ Transplant Preparation Process

11:47 Compassionate Organ Donation Process

16:14 Transplant Privacy and Information Limits

19:36 "Adapting to Changes in Healthcare"

22:09 "Learn, Earn, Return Philosophy"

26:53 Supporting Patients Beyond Medicine

27:54 "AI Companion for Organ Transplants"

31:33 Organ Donation: Trust and Understanding

34:47 "AI Ready Doctor Podcast Teaser"

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Welcome back to The AI-Ready Doctor! In today's episode, your host Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun is cutting through the hype to ask: Are AI-powered scribes just the latest trendy feature, or are they truly transforming the frontlines of clinical care?

With Epic, Oracle, Doximity, and more jumping into the ambient scribe arena, we dive into what it really means for a scribe to be "native" to both medicine and electronic medical records. Dr. Bencheqroun shares firsthand insights from beta-testing these tools, discussing critical questions around HIPAA compliance, usability, and real-world impact on clinicians' most precious resource, time.

Does the promise of AI scribes hold up? Will they actually cure the infamous “pajama time” or will we look back in five years and laugh at today’s bold claims? Along the way, we’ll explore how AI scribes influence resident training, the importance of AI literacy for doctors, and the ongoing balance of trust, privacy, and patient-centered care.

If you’re curious about which ambient scribe is right for you, skeptical of shiny new tech, or just trying to reclaim a little more face-time with your patients, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. Tune in as we challenge assumptions, share practical tips, and try to answer the question: Who’s really building for physicians—and who’s just playing us with the next hot gadget?

00:00 Medical Notes: Core of Clinical Practice

04:31 Medical Scribing Software Overview

07:40 Hyponatremia Algorithm Simplified

12:20 "Scribe Studies: Examining Efficacy"

17:14 "Doximity Impressions During COVID"

18:18 "Physician-Centric Scribe Development"

22:03 Human Insight vs. AI Misinterpretation

26:48 AI Note Editing Responsibility

29:45 Who Owns Patient Data?

32:26 AI-Driven Risk Prediction Benefits

35:47 "Stay Curious, Embrace AI"

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Welcome back to The AI-Ready Doctor, the podcast that transforms AI from an intimidating black box into a practical toolkit for researchers, clinicians, and anyone curious about the future of healthcare. In this episode, host Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun welcomes Dr. Ross Prager a respected intensivist, assistant professor, and critical care researcher known for his thought-provoking social media posts and his relentless curiosity about academia, publishing, and medical technology.

Together, they tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing academic researchers today: the tedious administrative and publishing tasks that slow down science, the rise of AI tools that promise to save researchers precious time, and the delicate balance between human intelligence and machine assistance. Dr. Prager shares the inspiration behind his own AI-powered tool, Resub, designed to take the pain out of manuscript formatting and submission, and offers candid advice about how to smartly and ethically incorporate AI into academic workflows.

From popular AI platforms like Open Evidence and Scispace, to deeper philosophical questions about AI "hallucinations" and the future of agentic or autonomous AI assistants, this conversation is packed with practical tips, honesty about academic frustrations, and a shared vision that AI can actually help researchers find joy in their work again.

Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, new to academic medicine, or just AI-curious, this episode will leave you with real insights, time-saving strategies, and a healthy dose of optimism for what’s possible when humans and AI work together.

00:00 AI Augmentation in Research Lifecycle

04:35 Research Process: From Curiosity to Publication

09:21 AI in Decision-Making and Diagnostics

11:24 Detecting Blind Spots in Research

16:00 "PDF Chat Analysis Enhancements"

18:47 AI for Structuring Research Ideas

22:00 AI Writing Plugin for Researchers

26:07 AI Integration Concerns and Benefits

30:49 AI Challenges Need for Academic Reviews

34:27 Academic Publishing & AI Ethics Issues

35:40 AI-Driven Peer Review Revolution

40:53 "Agentic AI: More Buzz Than Truth?"

44:35 Enhancing Writing with AI Tools

46:26 "AI Ready Doctor Farewell"

49:48 "Tagging on LinkedIn and X"

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Welcome back to The AI-Ready Doctor podcast! In this special episode, hosts Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun and Dr. Viren Kaul dive deep into the real-world integration of artificial intelligence in critical care medicine. From the organized chaos of the ICU where seconds matter and subtle signs can make all the difference the conversation explores how AI tools are reshaping early warning systems, ventilator management, medical education, and even team communication.

Dr. Bencheqroun and Dr. Kaul cut through the hype, sharing honest insights about what’s working, what’s still evolving, and what it will take for AI to truly earn the trust of ICU clinicians. They highlight the promise of predictive analytics, the power of digital twins in ventilator strategy, and practical innovations like AI-powered ultrasound guidance and ambient scribes. But they also share candid stories of skepticism, the pitfalls of alert fatigue, and the importance of maintaining the human element at the bedside.

Whether you’re a seasoned intensivist or just curious about the future of medicine, this episode will give you a fresh and nuanced look at how AI isn’t about replacing doctors it’s about empowering them to predict, protect, and prepare for the most challenging moments in patient care. Curiosity is infectious, so join us as we explore what it truly means to be an AI-Ready Doctor!

00:00 Preventing Critical Illness Early

05:21 Expanding Patient Deterioration Metrics

10:26 Understanding Digital Twins for Simulation

13:38 AI: A Co-Pilot, Not Replacement

15:30 Automating Interruptions in Healthcare

20:42 Unified Response to Medical Crises

22:26 Empathy and Support in Medical Education

27:33 COPD Module: Identifying Disease Burden

28:31 AI Error Sparks Healthcare Trust Debate

34:33 Integrating AI in ICU Practices

35:39 AI and Horse Riding Analogy

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Welcome to The AI-Ready Doctor, where we bridge the ever-evolving world of medicine with the transformative power of artificial intelligence. In this episode, we take you straight to the heart of the ICU, a space defined by urgency and complexity to explore how AI is changing the very mindset of clinicians.

Host Dr. Bencheqroun unpacks how innovative platforms like Viz.ai, Open Evidence, and Doximity Scribe aren’t just speeding up workflows, but are actually enhancing critical thinking and teamwork in high-stakes care. We dive into how AI tools are being integrated by both seasoned experts and digital-native medical students, revealing a new era where clinical judgment is amplified, not replaced by artificial intelligence.

Along the way, we grapple with the big questions: How do we maintain humanity in medicine as technology advances? Does using AI give doctors back much-needed time with their patients? And what daily cognitive habits will help today’s clinicians thrive in an AI-powered world?

Whether you’re a skeptic, an enthusiast, or somewhere in between, this episode promises practical insights, real-world examples, and a compelling look at the journey to true AI fluency in medicine. Stay tuned as we chart the path to becoming AI-Ready, right here, on The AI-Ready Doctor.

00:00 AI's Role in Urgent Neurocare

03:27 Stroke Diagnosis Process Explained

07:14 AI Enhances Medical Education

12:02 "Ambient AI in Healthcare"

15:25 Customizable Physician Tools Revolution

20:46 AI Fine-Tuning Explained

23:16 AI-Assisted Critical Care Decision-Making

25:32 Local AI Deployment in Hospitals

29:15 Human-AI Collaboration in Medical Innovation

32:36 Exploring Black Seed Oil for Covid

35:03 Research Tools and Analysis Methods

40:32 "Perplexity: Immediate, Verifiable Answers"

42:55 Hospital Rounds: A Physician's Routine

46:23 Guidelines for Anticoagulant Treatment Duration

50:24 "Using AI for Everyday Decisions"

54:39 Spotting Anomalies: A Physician's Skill

56:57 AI Ready Doctor: Curiosity's Impact

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