CIO Podcast - Episode 104: Leveraging AI with Madhu Narasimhan

In this episode of the Healthcare IT Today CIO Podcast, John Lynn interviews Madhu Narasimhan, CIO at DaVita, about the unique challenges and opportunities for CIOs in healthcare. Madhu discusses the critical need for speed and accuracy in healthcare technology, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and data-driven solutions that improve patient and physician experiences. She shares insights on leveraging AI for operational efficiency and clinical improvements, highlighting DaVita's approach to AI implementation, which focuses on solving specific problems and supporting healthcare professionals rather than replacing them. Madhu also addresses the fragmentation of healthcare and how DaVita uses its extensive patient data to provide whole-person care, combining technology with human empathy to improve patient outcomes. She concludes by offering career advice, emphasizing the need to stay at the edge of discomfort and balance operational needs with innovation.