Building an AI-Powered Clinical Copilot

This episode of the Medical Innovation Podcast features Yair Saperstein, MD MPH, a hospitalist and clinical informatician, who shares his journey of creating Avo, an AI-powered platform designed to be a "co-pilot" for clinicians. Dr. Saperstein's initial goal was to streamline his own workflow as a resident, leading him to create a rudimentary system using Google products to manage clinical guidelines and note templates. This early iteration reflects the core of Avo's mission: developing practical, clinician-centric solutions to address real-world challenges in healthcare.

The conversation explores Avo's strategic approach to growth, highlighting its initial focus on mobile accessibility outside the EHR ecosystem followed by a deliberate move towards EHR integration. Avo differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive platform, incorporating cost-effective AI strategies, partnering with authoritative content providers, and prioritizing transparency and trust. The company emphasizes its commitment to demonstrating measurable return on investment for healthcare organizations while addressing critical issues like data privacy and security. Avo's success can be attributed to its unwavering focus on empowering clinicians and improving patient care through innovative, AI-driven solutions.