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Doctors + AI = Better?

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Tue, Oct 6, 2026 · 5:00 PM EDT – 8:00 PM EDT
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The Grisly Pear, 243 W 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
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We’ve all seen the headlines. "AI Outperforms Doctors in Diagnosing Cancer." "The Robot Will See You Now." The hype is deafening. Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize healthcare, promising to catch diseases earlier, eliminate administrative burnout, and unlock personalized treatments we could only dream of a decade ago. But what's the reality on the ground? Is AI a trusted co-pilot for clinicians, or is it just another layer of tech creating more problems than it solves? Does it empower doctors to be more human, or does it turn them into data-entry clerks for an algorithm they can't explain? Let's be real: "better" isn't about beating a human at a single task. It's about better outcomes, better experiences for patients, and a better, more sustainable life for the people on the front lines of care. So, let's ask the hard questions. Join us for a no-holds-barred conversation that cuts through the noise. We're bringing together physicians, startup innovators, hospital leaders, and patients to debate the motion: Doctors + AI = Better? We'll explore: The Good: Where is AI already making a real, measurable difference in the clinic? The Bad: What are the hidden costs of implementation, the risks of algorithmic bias, and the potential for deskilling our medical workforce? The Sloppy: When AI gets it wrong, who's responsible? And how do we build trust in a black box when a patient's life is on the line? Whether you're a doctor curious about the tools of the future, an innovator building them, an investor trying to find the signal in the noise, or a patient who just wants the best care possible, this conversation is for you.

Our panel and pitch contest judges are leaders in the space who have built clinical AI innovations, written books about them and are among the most expert in the space.  Come ready to listen, learn, and see some of the best new companies building clinical AI solutions. Join us!

Agenda

5:00 - Meet, Greet and Tweet with amazing Tacos and healthy snacks

5:30 - Panel: Doctor _ IA= Better?

Ron Razmi, MD, Author of AI Doctor, Managing Partner at Zoi Capital

George Matthew, MD, Co-Founder, Times.Health, Hospitalist WCMC

Avisha NessAiver, MS, Founder and AI expert, distilledScience.xyz

Flaviu Simihaian, Founder: Aventi Health, OpenThanks.com and 1PB.org

Moderator: Alex Fair, MedStartr

6:15 - Networking Break

6:40 - Top five teams pitch, 3 minutes each Panel and Crowd as judges

7:15 - Networking Break

7:55 - Winners announced

8:00 - After Event at the Grisly Pear (which has Karoke starting at 8:30 on the same stage!)

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On Stage

  • Atul KumarFounder. CEO, MDCoPilotSpeaker

    I am a gastroenterologist, with advanced procedural skills (EUS & ERCP), a clinical trialist, and an investor in early-stage healthcare startups. A fellowship in safety and quality at Harvard Medical School, helped me gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of improving healthcare delivery and outcomes. I am interested in exploring the potential and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, not limited to biases and ethical issues. I aim to create a positive impact and value in the...

  • Flaviu SimihaianCo-Founder, Aventi Health, OpenThanks.com and 1PB.orgPanelist

    Hi, I'm Flaviu. I co-founded OpenThanks.com (a place for public gratitude), the pharmacy software company Amplicare (now part of Omnicell OMCL) and Aventi Health to help people afford their prescription medications. Originally from Năsăud, Romania, I moved to Concord, North Carolina to play junior tennis and now live in New York City. I love to support other entrepreneurs and volunteer through iMentor.org , 1pb.org, TRIIBE.us, ADPlist.org, Blue Heron Foundation, RUF.global, and ASAC...

  • Narayanan KrishnamurthyCEO, MediphorePanelist

    After creating and patenting one of the most trusted, secure interbank financial transfer systems, he applied the same concept to healthcare information when I had trouble getting my records from three different hospitals. The result is Mediphore which his company have implemented across the Apollo hospitals and are now expanding in the far east and beyond. is a 40 plus year veteran of wall street, finance and business. He also helps lead the Krishnamurthy Tandon Foundation Inc. (often...

  • Bettina HeinFounder and Executive Chairperson, JuliPanelist

    I’m a high-energy, results-driven CEO with a track record of building three successful AI-powered B2B software companies across Europe and the U.S. Known for combining visionary thinking with analytical rigor, I have led organizations to achieve extraordinary growth, profitability and exit success. A disciplined operator with global perspective and full P&L/board responsibility for up to $100M, I bring deep expertise in digital health, health tech, speech tech, mobile/embedded systems and...

  • George MathewPhysician, Innovator, Hospitalist, Times.Health, WCMCSpeaker

    At Times AI Health, my leadership as Chief Medical Officer is defined by driving clinical excellence and business strategy with a focus on health informatics. Our team's dedication to a "Privacy by design" approach for AI tools has cemented patient trust and privacy as cornerstones of our operations. The recent development of clinical guidelines for our LLM-based AI tool demonstrates our commitment to enhancing patient-clinician interactions. The organization's pursuit of excellence in...

  • Ronald RazmiManaging Director, Zoi CapitalPanelist

    Transformation of healthcare and life sciences through digital solutions, real world data, analytics, and Artificial Intelligence. Author: AI Doctor, 2025 Wiley

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Jon FairSep 16

Great topic. Looking forward to event

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