Medicine, Machines, and Magic: Dr. Jonathan Chen on Medical AI

In this episode of NEJM AI Grand Rounds, hosts Raj Manrai and Andy Beam interview Dr. Jonathan Chen, a professor at Stanford University, about his work in medical AI. Dr. Chen discusses his early interest in AI, his experiences in the tech industry, and his current research on large language models in medicine. The conversation explores the evolving role of AI in medical decision-making, challenging the traditional view that human-computer collaboration always yields better results than either alone. Dr. Chen shares his insights on the potential of AI to transform healthcare, while also addressing concerns about job displacement and the need for clinicians to actively engage in shaping the future of medical AI.