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Stanford Medcast: Expert Voices in Medicine and Healthcare

Stanford Medcast: Expert Voices in Medicine and Healthcare

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From groundbreaking science to practice-changing insights, Stanford Medcast brings you the ideas shaping the future of medicine and healthcare. Each episode features leading physicians and scientists sharing expertise on the latest research, innovations, and clinical challenges—designed for busy clinicians on the go. Hosted by Ruth Adewuya, MD, the podcast spotlights timely, high-impact topics clinicians care about most—from advances in oncology, dermatology, and maternal health to the latest in artificial intelligence, leadership, and health equity. Episodes deliver quick, practical takeaways backed by Stanford expertise. Subscribe now to access conversations that matter: what’s new, what’s next, and how it impacts clinical practice. Discover more at medcast.stanford.edu. Produced by the Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
Episodes
  • Episode 115: Leadership Mini-Series: Beyond Staffing, Nursing Leadership and Innovation
    Feb 3 2026

    Nursing is at a pivotal moment and bold leadership is shaping what comes next. Join Dale E. Beatty, DNP, RN, Chief Nurse Executive and Senior Vice President at Stanford Health Care, for a candid conversation on the future of nursing practice and education. Drawing from his experience leading system-wide transformation, Dr. Beatty reflects on workforce challenges, the evolving role of nurse leaders, and what it truly takes to build cultures where care, innovation, and people thrive. This discussion offers a forward-looking perspective on how nursing can move beyond resilience toward redesign—reimagining education, leadership, and mentorship to meet the demands of modern healthcare.

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    26 mins
  • Episode 114: Emerging Technology Mini-Series: AI as a Thinking Partner in Medicine
    Jan 6 2026

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping how clinicians think and care for patients. In our conversation with Jonathan Chen, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Medicine and Biomedical Data Science at Stanford University, he shares how AI has enhanced his own clinical work and the practical steps that foster trust and adoption among clinicians. The discussion goes beyond technology to explore the emotional dimensions of care, address bias, and outline the safeguards needed to use AI responsibly. We also review AI’s impact on medical education and the evolving hospital landscape for responsible, future-ready AI-enabled care. Join us for a thoughtful exploration of the promise, challenges, and path forward to integrate AI into clinical decision making.

    Read Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/azksrmc6hatbfdfq/medcast_episode114.pdf

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    29 mins
  • Episode 113: From Data to Decisions: The Future of Precision Medicine in Practice
    Dec 2 2025

    In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the intersection of technology and medicine is paving the way for groundbreaking advancements. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Jessica Mega, a Cardiologist at Stanford and a pioneer in precision health. Dr. Mega shares her insights on the transformative potential of precision medicine and artificial intelligence in diagnostics, as well as the challenges that lie ahead. Discover how interdisciplinary collaboration among engineers, data scientists, and clinicians is driving innovation, and learn about the vital role of precision medicine in preventive care and population health. With a focus on preparing the next generation of clinicians, Dr. Mega offers guiding principles for fostering innovation in health technology.

    Read Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/syejzt9pgskrrn54/medcast_episode113.pdf

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    30 mins
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