Evaluating benefits, risks of AI in mental health practice with Jennifer Shannon, MD

In this episode, Physicianary host, Hansa Bhargava, MD, speaks with Jennifer Shannon, MD. They discuss AI's role in the current mental health landscape, as well as the benefits and risks of AI use in medicine. ·        Intro 0:25 ·        Jennifer Shannon, MD 1:03 ·        What is going on surrounding the national mental health epidemic, and what are the issues around getting care? 2:16 ·        Can you comment on what you think has activated this crisis in the last 5 to 10 years? 3:58 ·        Do you agree that there are access issues for people in rural areas? 6:01 ·        Tell us about your career changes and pivots. 7:46 ·        Can you tell us about Glacis? 10:50 ·        What are the current frameworks and standards around building large language models to ensure safety? 12:00 ·        Bhargava and Shannon on the importance of dynamic monitoring for AI models. 14:04 ·        Is there a system physicians can use to point patients in the right and safe direction? 16:10 ·        Can you explain the importance of your work? 19:13 ·        What fueled you to jump out of the box in your career? 25:08 ·        How do you balance it all? 26:44 ·        Do you have a favorite book or movie? 27:53 ·        How to contact Shannon. 29:14 ·        Thank you! 29:43 Jennifer Shannon, MD, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist. She is the co-founder and CMO of Glacis. We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to Dr. Bhargava at [email protected]. For more from Shannon, connect with her on LinkedIn. Bhargava reports no relevant financial disclosures. Shannon reports serving on the digital badge advisory board for American Psychological Association and is the CMO of Glacis.