Ep 42 | From Charting to Cosmos | Jackie Gerhart MD | VP of Clinical Informatics & CMO | Epic

In this episode of Efficiency Unlocked, hosts Dr. Adam Carewe and Dale Gold interview Dr. Jackie Gerhart, VP of Clinical Informatics at Epic, about the evolution and future of healthcare technology. Dr. Gerhart discusses her background in biomedical engineering and family medicine, leading to her role at Epic, where she focuses on generative AI and Cosmos. The conversation covers Epic's history, the role of physicians within the company, and the shift from using EHRs for record-keeping to empowering personalized care. Dr. Gerhart shares insights on AI's role in reducing administrative burdens, enhancing clinical decision support, and improving patient outcomes, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and data-driven healthcare solutions. She also touches on Cosmos, Epic's research database, and its potential to personalize treatment decisions using real-world data. The episode concludes with a lighthearted "nerd alert" round, exploring Dr. Gerhart's productivity hacks, favorite books, and personal anecdotes.