Welcome to a brand new episode of The AI-Ready Doctor! In this kickoff to 2026, Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun takes an honest look at how artificial intelligence is transforming medicine right now. The era of simple chatbots is over agentic AI is here, already embedded in daily workflows, automating everything from documentation and scheduling to patient follow-up. But with these advances come new challenges in liability, workflow design, and the ever-present need for clinicians to stay meaningfully engaged with this technology.

In this episode, you’ll hear how the conversation around AI has shifted from fear of being replaced to the realities of staying involved and protecting patients. The hosts talk about the evolving expectations of AI literacy, the importance of understanding where and how to step in with AI, and why accountability and attribution matter more than ever. They also tackle issues of privacy, regulatory oversight, the future of clinical trials, and what genuine AI “education” should look like in a world where synthesis has replaced search.

Whether you’re a physician, nurse, pharmacist, or just curious about the future of healthcare, this episode is packed with practical advice, myth-busting, and critical pulse-checks on what’s real and what’s hype in the rapidly advancing world of AI in medicine. If you’re ready to think deeper and take action in 2026, this episode is your starting line.

00:00 "AI Agents: Autonomous Decision Makers"

04:26 "Search Replaced by Synthesis"

09:08 "AI Tools Lacking Proper Safeguards"

11:32 AI, Privacy, and Patient Safety

16:12 AI Responsibility: Personal and Leadership

19:41 "AI Teaching Revolution"

21:00 "Revolutionizing Learning with AI"

25:02 "AI Myths in Healthcare"

29:04 "Agentic AI in Medicine"

34:05 "Start Now, Stay Curious"

34:24 AI Ready Doctor Podcast

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Welcome to another episode of The AI-Ready Doctor! As the year draws to a close, we're taking a deep dive into how artificial intelligence has truly reshaped the healthcare landscape far beyond the buzzwords and hype. In today’s episode, host Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun unpack the global conversations happening around AI, drawing on insights from international conferences, medical schools, and clinics.

From powerful tools like ambient AI, predictive analytics, and digital twins, to the challenges of hallucinations, bias, and the ever-evolving role of clinicians, this episode is both a reality check and a hopeful look forward. You’ll hear firsthand how physicians, students, and even patients are embracing AI to augment, not replace their knowledge, workflows, and care.

Whether you’re wondering what stood out, what flopped, or where we need to be vigilant, Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun and Ibre break down the good, the bad, and the just plain garbage in this year’s AI offerings in medicine. Above all, they remind us that the heart of healthcare is human connection and AI’s real promise lies in restoring clarity, intention, and time to what matters most.

Tune in for an honest, energetic round-up and get AI Ready for what’s next!

00:00 AI Transforming Healthcare and Search

04:11 "Gemini: Powerful AI Tools for Students"

08:32 "Teaching Clinical Reasoning Through Competition"

13:23 "Valuing Imperfect Human Connection"

16:38 "Data Use and Ethical Balance"

20:11 "AI's Role in Healthcare Leadership"

21:36 "AI: The New Consult Tool"

25:43 Empowering Physicians Through Public Speaking

28:48 "Revolutionary Potential of Digital Twins"

31:54 "AI and Faith: Uniting Worlds"

35:31 Revolutionizing Education with Ethical AI

40:49 "Embracing AI in Healthcare"

44:55 "AI Transparency and Challenges"

46:14 "Challenges of AI in Research"

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Welcome back to The AI-Ready Doctor! In this insightful episode, Dr. Hassan Bencheqroun is joined by patient experience expert Karla Cardoza to dive deep into how AI is transforming the patient journey from hospital admissions to critical conversations at the bedside. Drawing from their own personal encounters as both caregivers and family members, they explore the promise and pitfalls of integrating AI into healthcare.

Together, they break down common concerns about trust and transparency, generational perspectives on new technology, and the importance of keeping the human touch alive even as AI streamlines the administrative burdens that wear down clinicians. You'll hear firsthand stories, insights from national conferences, and practical takeaways for doctors, administrators, and patients navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.

Whether you’re curious about AI’s role in patient education, worried about data privacy, or wondering if your job could be at risk, this conversation will leave you not only better informed, but more empowered to shape the future of healthcare with both technology and empathy.

00:00 Healthcare Trust and AI Challenges

04:39 Patient-Centered Problem-Solving

08:33 AI Reducing Healthcare Costs

10:46 AI Adoption in Rural Healthcare

15:04 AI in Healthcare: Data Governance

18:20 AI Enhancing Doctor-Patient Communication

20:38 "AI, Humans, and Personal Touch"

25:27 "AI for Decision-Making Assistance"

27:28 "AI vs. Human Connection"

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