Data scientist Emily Hadley on navigating AI in healthcare, offering practical advice for maintaining patient agency amid algorithmic decision-making.
My interview with data scientist Emily Hadley examines the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare through a deeply personal lens. Hadley's journey began when her health diagnosis coincided with her graduate studies in analytics, revealing how algorithm-driven systems often affect patient care—primarily through insurance claim denials and clinical documentation. Our conversation offers practical guidance for patients navigating AI-influenced healthcare, including reviewing AI-generated clinical notes for accuracy, challenging algorithmic insurance decisions, and insisting on human intervention when automated systems fail. Emily advocates for preserving patient agency and rights within increasingly automated systems while highlighting how algorithm review boards strive to provide governance in this largely unregulated space. Our interview ends with resources for staying informed about developments in healthcare AI, emphasizing that while AI tools are rapidly advancing, patient advocacy remains vital.
Show notes here: https://health-hats.com/pod231
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