This episode features Dusadee Sarangarm, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer at University of New Mexico Health. Here, she discusses her background, her focus on large language models,, how the CMIO role adds value to an organization, and more.
Summary
Meet Dusadee Sarangarm, MD - The Chief Medical Information Officer at University of New Mexico Health
In this episode, Dusadee Sarangarm, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer at the University of New Mexico Health, shares her insights on her background, her focus on large language models, how the CMIO role adds value to an organization, and more.
Background and Journey into Healthcare Technology
Dr. Duc Sar discusses his journey into healthcare technology and his role as CMIO. He believes that the greatest investment is in people, and though investing in health IT applications and new buildings are important, ultimately people are where the most strides come from.
The Value of Large Language Models
He talks about keeping an eye out for advances in large language models, and how he measures value in terms of improving the health and wellbeing of those who use the technology.
Motivating the Next Generation of Healthcare Workers
Dr. Smith discussed the importance of developing strong talent for a successful organization and how to motivate the next generation of healthcare workers. He noted that millennials and Gen Zers are more socially conscious and purpose-driven, and he suggested investing in technology to reduce repetitive tasks and allow workers to focus on connecting with patients.
The Upcoming October Event Focused on Digital Health and Revenue Cycle
Finally, he mentioned the upcoming October event focused on digital health and revenue cycle.
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This episode aired on 05/10/2023 and can be listened here.
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