Episode 4: Technology, AI, and Building a Healthcare System Worthy of Us All with John Doerr

What can healthcare learn from the innovators who transformed the internet, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence? In this episode of the Worthy Podcast, Paul Markovich sits down with legendary venture capitalist John Doerr to discuss innovation, leadership, accountability, and the future of healthcare in America.Drawing from decades of experience backing companies like Google and Amazon, John shares lessons on entrepreneurship, the promise and risks of AI, and why healthcare has struggled to achieve the same productivity breakthroughs as other industries. Together, they explore what it would take to build a healthcare system that rewards better outcomes, embraces technology responsibly, and becomes truly worthy of the people it serves.In this episode, they discuss:Why John chose to invest in entrepreneurs and early-stage companiesWhy healthcare has lagged behind other industries in innovationHow AI could transform healthcare and societyWhy measuring outcomes matters in healthcare reformWhat the healthcare system’s objectives and key results (OKRs) should beHow technology and healthcare leaders can better work togetherWhat gives John hope for the future of healthcare in AmericaIf we want a healthcare system Worthy of us all, we must be willing to rethink how we innovate, measure success, and use technology to improve outcomes for people.