Dialogues

Mar 5, 2025, 06:38

OncoDaily Dialogues #10 – Krissa Smith / Hosted by Roupen Odabashian

In this episode of OncoDaily Dialogues, Krissa Smith, VP of Education at Susan G. Komen, joins Roupen Odabashian to discuss how AI is transforming breast cancer care. She explores its role in early detection, efficiency, and treatment while addressing challenges like overdiagnosis, patient trust, and real-world implementation. The conversation highlights the need for responsible AI adoption to improve outcomes while ensuring accuracy and transparency.

Dr. Roupen Odabashian is an accomplished Internal Medicine Physician and Hematology/Oncology Fellow with a profound commitment to advancing healthcare through clinical practice, research, and technology. Currently based at the prestigious Karmanos Cancer Institute, Dr. Odabashian is actively involved in pioneering cancer treatments and conducting clinical research.

In addition to his clinical work he hosts podcast at OncoDaily, engaging with leading experts in oncology to share valuable insights with the medical community. Dr. Odabashian also contributes his expertise as an advisor at Spiraldot Health and Mesh AI, supporting innovative ventures in healthcare technology and collaborative scheduling to combat clinician burnout. With his diverse roles and unwavering dedication, Dr. Odabashian exemplifies a commitment to driving positive change in healthcare.

Krissa Smith

00:00 Introduction
01:19 From Research to Advocacy
03:27 Perseverance in Research
04:10 AI in Breast Cancer: A Patient’s View
10:31 AI vs. Google: A New Era in Patient Questions
12:28 Challenges in AI Adoption
16:00 AI and Patient Privacy
18:58 AI vs. Doctors: Trust & Empathy
21:52 AI in Healthcare: Trust, Choice, and Equity
24:40 AI Adoption in Insurance
30:03 Optimizing Breast Cancer Screening