Predictions and Progress: Discussing the Future of AI and Medical Technology with Austin Chiang, MD, MPH

In this episode, Austin Chiang, MD, MPH returns to speak with Physicianary host, Hansa Bhargava, MD. They discuss future impacts AI and medical technology will make on healthcare systems, as well as embracing and adopting change. ·       Intro 0:25 ·       Austin Chiang, MD, MPH 0:35 ·       As a thought leader, what do you think about the major changes coming in 2026 as they relate to innovation and AI? 1:12 ·       Bhargava and Chiang on concerns surrounding infrastructure guardrails and safety measures. 4:01 ·       What are some ways that you think innovation has worked? What will help physicians get on board? 6:07 ·       Bhargava and Chiang on the importance of monitoring new forms of implemented technology. 10:57 ·       What would you say to doctors who are questioning their role within AI? 12:25 ·       What would you say to physicians who want to get involved? 16:16 ·       How can we make sure that safety is the north star as we integrate new algorithms? 18:55 ·       What is your Physicianary vision for 2026? 20:12 ·       Thank you! 21:52 Austin Chiang, MD, MPH, is the first chief medical officer for the endoscopy business of Medtronic, the global leader in health technology. He is also currently an assistant professor of medicine at an academic teaching hospital in Philadelphia, PA, and serves as the director of the Endoscopic Weight Loss Program. Come see host Hansa Bharghava and Austin Chiang, along with previous guest Navin Goyal live at Vive for the Healio AI launch party. Click here to register. We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to Dr. Bhargava at [email protected]. Follow Chiang everywhere on social media @AustinChiangMD. Become a member of the Physicianary Fan Group and keep the conversation going! Join episode discussions, share your insights and leave your questions for Hansa and her guests. Go to community.healio.com and register today! Disclosures: Bhargava reports no relevant financial disclosures. Chiang reports he is the chief medical officer for Medtronic Endoscopy.