Downtime Procedures
Downtime Procedures is the podcast where healthcare innovation meets human ingenuity. Hosted by Rich G. Kenny, Chief Clinical Officer at Veritas Labs, and Dr. Dan Weberg, a healthcare leader with expertise in innovation and transformation, this show dives into the real stories behind healthcare’s operational challenges.
Each week features candid conversations with executives, frontline leaders, and innovators tackling everything from workforce transformation to crisis management. Hear how system failures turn into opportunities for innovation, how leaders navigate complexity, and how healthcare can harmonize human touch with digital transformation.
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Downtime Procedures
06 - NURSES WHO DO AI: 👩💻 Lindsay Maher, Dan Weberg & Rich Kenny on AI Career Paths, Model Building, and Data Integrity
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich G Kenny and Dan Weberg dive into the intersection of healthcare and AI with special guest Lindsay Mayer, a nurse informaticist on the front lines of AI development.
They explore Lindsay's journey from bedside nursing to working on AI model development, the critical role of accurate data, and demystifying common fears and misconceptions about AI in healthcare. Lindsay shares valuable insights into the collaborative processes involved in developing AI solutions that truly support clinicians and enhance patient care.
Best Moments:
- 01:00 Introduction to Lindsay Mayer and her unique role in AI development
- 02:40 Lindsay's journey: From bedside nursing to AI development
- 06:25 The significance of accurate data in developing reliable AI models
- 11:15 Understanding and explaining AI in simple terms
- 14:50 Challenges nurses face with AI and how to address them
- 19:30 Collaborative efforts on Lindsay's team for effective AI solutions
- 25:05 Importance of clinician feedback in improving AI systems
- 28:40 Advice for nurses interested in transitioning into AI roles
- 35:00 Final thoughts on the future of AI in nursing and healthcare
