Hi! I’m Anca, and welcome Into the Metahealth, the podcast that bridges the gap between groundbreaking technologies and the future of healthcare. If you’re curi...
Digital Twins: Are You Ready to Meet Your Healthier Avatar?
In this episode, we explore the mind-bending concept of digital twins in healthcare—a future where your metaverse avatar mirrors your real-world health in real time. Imagine an avatar that reflects your fitness, diet, and even mental health, powered by AI, data, and Web3 technology.Topics Covered:How Web3 wallets can securely store and manage real-time health dataThe ethical dilemmas of digital health twins—who controls the data?Could digital twins revolutionize virtual healthcare and AI-driven treatments?The psychological impact of seeing a real-time digital reflection of our healthCredits:Production: MedShake StudioHost: Anca Petre✔ Stay connected and learn more:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetreWebsite: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.comEmail: anca@medshakestudio.comMore about the podcast: Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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The $65M Bet on Open & Decentralized Science
In this episode, we explore the booming movement of Decentralized Science (DeSci)—a Web3 revolution that aims to break down barriers in research, funding, and data sharing. With the Sei Foundation investing $65 million into DeSci projects and a market projected to grow exponentially, this movement could redefine how we conduct and access scientific discoveries.Topics Covered:Why DeSci is suddenly gaining momentumThe $65M investment fueling decentralized researchHow blockchain and AI are transforming scientific integrityThe role of tokenized research and user-owned health dataKey players like OriginTrail, VitaDAO, and BIO Protocol leading the chargeCredits:Production: MedShake StudioHost: Anca Petre✔ Stay connected and learn more:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetreWebsite: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.comEmail: anca@medshakestudio.comMore about the podcast: Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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The Science Behind Using Gaming for Patient Engagement and Care
In this episode of Metahealth, we explore a groundbreaking question: Can video games go beyond entertainment to revolutionize patient care? From health education to pain management, gaming is proving to be a powerful tool in healthcare.Topics Covered:How gamification enhances health education and disease managementThe role of gaming in improving patient engagement and adherenceVR and mobile games as tools for pain reliefGamified rehabilitation for stroke and Parkinson’s patientsThe impact of serious games on mental health treatmentChallenges and future potential of gaming in healthcareCredits:Production: MedShake StudioHost: Anca Petre✔ Stay connected and learn more:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetreWebsite: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.comEmail: anca@medshakestudio.comMore about the podcast: Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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When are Combinations of Humans and AI Useful?
In this episode, we dive into a surprising new study that challenges the common belief that AI and humans working together always lead to better results. While AI is often seen as a tool to enhance human performance, research published in Nature Human Behaviour suggests that in many cases, human-AI collaboration actually leads to worse outcomes.Topics Covered:The study that reveals why human-AI teams often underperformWhy decision-making tasks suffer from AI-human collaborationHow AI enhances creative tasks but struggles in structured decision-makingKey lessons for industries investing in AI-human teamworkHow to design AI systems that truly complement human strengthsAre humans and AI truly better together? The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think. Tune in to explore how we can build smarter, more effective AI-human collaborations.Credits:Production: MedShake StudioHost: Anca Petre✔ Stay connected and learn more:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ancapetreWebsite: www.ancapetre.com & www.medshake-studio.comEmail: anca@medshakestudio.comMore about the podcast: Every week, I dive into the most transformative trends at the intersection of technology and healthcare. From AI-driven breakthroughs in diagnostics to the role of blockchain in securing health data, from decentralized science (DeSci) to NFT-powered health innovation, and from gamified fitness to the potential of digital twins, I’m here to make complex topics simple, accessible, and exciting.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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[AI Summary] The US National Academy of Medicine’s AI priorities
The US National Academy of Medicine’s AI priorities (AI-generated summary) In this episode, we explore the latest insights from the National Academy of Medicine’s Vital Directions for Health and Health Care: Priorities for 2025 initiative. Based on the paper by Michael E. Matheny, Jennifer C. Goldsack, Suchi Saria, Nigam H. Shah, and others, we discuss the key steps needed to harness AI for safe, effective, and equitable health care.Topics Covered:Ensuring the safe, effective, and trustworthy use of AI in health careDeveloping an AI-competent health care workforceInvesting in AI research to advance medical science and care deliveryClarifying AI-related liability and responsibilitiesThis episode was crafted using AI, delivering the key takeaways from this important update in a concise, educational, and accessible format—perfect for staying informed on the go.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.