AI and Clinical Precision: Dr. Paul Slosar on Standardizing Medical Imaging

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Paul Slosar, a distinguished orthopedic spine surgeon and venture capitalist, to discuss how AI is transforming healthcare and empowering physicians. Dr. Slosar shares his journey from practicing spine surgery in the Bay Area to founding and investing in healthcare ventures, with a focus on AI-driven solutions. We delve into the role of AI in standardizing radiological interpretations, improving triage workflows, and addressing the healthcare provider shortage. Dr. Slosar provides insights on ensuring AI accuracy, ethical concerns, and using AI as a tool to complement—not replace—human expertise.

Chapters:

00:01 - Introducing Dr. Paul Slosar and his transition from spine surgeon to venture capitalist

03:18 - How AI standardizes MRI interpretations to reduce variability in healthcare

06:32 - Addressing the physician shortage with AI-powered triage and decision support tools

09:35 - Expanding AI applications beyond spinal care to other areas of medicine

11:47 - The importance of explainability in AI tools for building physician trust

15:30 - Balancing AI’s assistive role with the need for clinical judgment

19:24 - Ensuring data accuracy and tackling ethical concerns in AI adoption

24:57 - How AI can enhance efficiency in specialties like dermatology and orthopedics

28:43 - Dr. Slosar’s approach to investing in AI-driven healthcare innovations

32:54 - Using AI for personal productivity and creating educational content

Links and Resources:

• Paul Slosar, MD, MHCDS on Linkedin
• MSKai Website
• 46 Venture Capital Website
• Taran Agarwal on Linkedin
• Simplify Tech Website