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Welcome to the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast. The mission of the Pediatric Moonshot initiative is to reduce healthcare inequity, lower costs, and improve outcomes for children both locally and worldwide. This is to be achieved by developing real-time, privacy-preserving applications that access and leverage data from every one of the one million healthcare machines across all five hundred children’s hospitals globally.
Join us for engaging 1:1 interviews hosted by Dr. Timothy Chou, the driving force behind the Pediatric Moonshot initiative, as he talks to visionaries from diverse fields, ranging from esteemed clinicians to influential business leaders – all united by their dedication to enhancing the well-being of children.
Each episode provides an in-depth exploration of the current pediatric healthcare landscape, shedding light on the challenges we face, and the innovative solutions driven by passionate professionals from all walks of life.
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In this mind-expanding episode, host Tim interviews Dr. Manoj Gopalkrishnan, founder and CEO of Algorithmic Biologics, to explore the frontier of molecular computing. Manoj recounts his journey from AI and DNA computing research to developing scalable solutions for diagnostics—using chemistry as computation. From innovating COVID testing during the pandemic to designing assays for cancer and tuberculosis, Manoj explains how his team is building algorithms with biological molecules. This episo...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast, host Tim speaks with Dr. Rahul Rathod, pediatric cardiologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and associate professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Rathod explains the challenges of single ventricle heart disease—a rare and life-threatening condition requiring multiple surgeries early in life—and shares how his team is advancing care through the FORCE Registry, the largest Fontan dataset in the world. They also discuss the groundbreaking FUEL ...
In this inspiring episode, host Timothy sits down with Dr. Vittorio Gallo, Chief Scientific Officer at Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Together, they explore the past, present, and future of biomedical research in pediatrics—from the genomic revolution and AI-powered diagnostics to Seattle Children’s groundbreaking work in cystic fibrosis and CAR T-cell therapy. Dr. Gallo shares how biomedical research fuels innovation, transforms care, and, most importantly, gives hope to families fac...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast, Timothy Chou sits down with Dr. Patrick Frias, President and CEO of Rady Children’s Hospital. Dr. Frias shares his journey from pediatric cardiologist to healthcare leader and discusses the pressing challenges in children’s healthcare—from the rise in behavioral health issues to the need for community-based care models. He highlights the importance of upstream solutions, equitable access, and innovation in delivering better outcomes for young...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast, Timothy Chou speaks with Dr. Tiina Ojala, Finland’s first professor of pediatric cardiology and head of the department at Helsinki University Hospital. Dr. Ojala shares her remarkable journey from neonatology to becoming a pioneer in AI-driven cardiac imaging and transplant care. She discusses how AI is making pediatric cardiac diagnostics faster, safer, and more precise—particularly in detecting heart transplant rejection through non-invasiv...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast, host Timothy Chou speaks with Dr. Benjamin Glicksberg, co-founder of the Center for AI and Children's Health at Mount Sinai. Dr. Glicksberg shares the origin story of the center, its mission to accelerate safe and effective AI integration into pediatric care, and the importance of designing systems from the ground up with regulatory and clinical realities in mind. The conversation highlights cutting-edge work in neonatal video analysis, multi...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast, Dr. Jerry Vockley, a leading medical geneticist and pioneer in rare disease therapy, shares his insights on the transformative role of genome sequencing in pediatric healthcare. From diagnosing ultra-rare conditions like MPS7 to preventing lifelong complications in conditions like PKU, Dr. Vockley discusses how advancements in genetics are revolutionizing care. Explore why genome sequencing isn't yet standard, its potential to reshape global ...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast, Dr. Susan Shelmerdine, a leading pediatric radiologist at Great Ormond Street Hospital, dives into the transformative world of postmortem imaging and AI in children’s radiology. Discover how cutting-edge techniques in imaging help uncover critical answers for grieving families and inform future pregnancies. Learn about Dr. Shelmerdine's groundbreaking work in using AI to detect fractures, investigate genetic disorders, and improve pediatric c...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast, Dr. Jochen Profit, Stanford professor and co-chair of the California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CPQCC), shares his insights on transforming neonatal and maternal care. From improving outcomes for newborns and birthing parents to leading California’s pioneering quality improvement initiatives, Dr. Profit discusses the impact of collaboration, data, and AI on advancing healthcare. Learn about the Neosphere Conference, the legacy of J...
In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot Podcast, Dr. David Vanleer, a neonatal intensive care specialist and founder of Innocens, shares his journey from Belgium to Australia and back, leading to groundbreaking innovations in neonatal care. Discover how his experience in digitized NICUs inspired the development of AI-driven technology to detect sepsis in premature infants, a critical advancement in reducing infant mortality. Learn how real-time data from sensors and machine learning models ...
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Harvey Karp, renowned pediatrician, author of The Happiest Baby on the Block, and founder of Happiest Baby. Dr. Karp shares the fascinating journey behind the creation of the SNOO, the first FDA-authorized responsive bassinet designed to calm crying babies, improve infant sleep, and save lives. Discover the science of soothing, the challenges of innovation, and the mission to make this groundbreaking technology accessible to families everywhere. ...
In this episode of Pediatric Moonshot, Lyle Mioduszewski, President of Perfecting Peds, discusses the challenges of managing complex pediatric patients on multiple medications across subspecialties. He explores how innovative technology and pediatric clinical pharmacists are addressing adverse drug events and improving care for high-risk pediatric patients. This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in healthcare and driving the Pediatric Moonshot forward. Learn more...
In this episode of Pediatric Moonshot, Dr. Christopher Newton, a pediatric surgeon and trauma expert, discusses the challenges of image sharing in emergency pediatric care and the role of AI in improving trauma systems. He highlights the need for better communication and data integration to reduce unnecessary transfers and improve patient outcomes in pediatric trauma care. This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in healthcare and driving the Pediatric Moonshot for...
In this episode of Pediatric Moonshot, Dr. Larry Moss, a leader in pediatric healthcare, shares his vision for transforming the U.S. healthcare system to better serve children. He discusses the importance of health equity, innovative care models, and the need to redefine how we approach children's health to build a healthier future for the next generation. This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in healthcare and driving the Pediatric Moonshot forward. Learn more ...
In this episode of Pediatric Moonshot, Dr. Harvey Castro, an emergency medicine physician and AI healthcare expert, discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. From improving patient outcomes to enhancing doctor-patient communication, Dr. Castro explores how AI is shaping the future of medicine and addressing healthcare disparities in underserved areas. This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in healthcare and driving the Pediatric Moonshot forward...
In this episode, Dr. Timothy Chou interviews Dr. Sharief Taraman, CEO of Cognoa, to discuss the transformative role of AI in early diagnosis and intervention for autism and other developmental conditions in children. Dr. Taraman shares his journey from pediatric neurology to leading a groundbreaking healthcare technology company and explores the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into clinical practice. This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in health...
In this episode, Judson Howe, President of Adventist Health North Coast Network, delves into the challenges and innovations in rural healthcare, particularly in pediatric care. Spanning six hospitals and over 90 clinics in Northern California, Howe discusses the significant health inequities faced by rural communities and the strategic initiatives underway to bridge these gaps. Through the lens of Adventist Health's efforts and collaborations, this conversation sheds light on the critical nee...
In this enlightening podcast, Dr. Iain Hennessy, a consulting pediatric surgeon and clinical Director of Innovation at Alder Hey Children's Health Park, shares the incredible journey of establishing a groundbreaking, underground Innovation Center. Designed to foster collaboration with the tech sector, the center aims to accelerate transformative changes within the NHS. Dr. Hennessy delves into various projects that blend technology and healthcare, including the use of machine learning to enha...
Join us for an enlightening episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast with Dr. Daniel Kraft, a leading innovator at the forefront of technology and medicine. Dr. Kraft shares his vision on the future of AI in healthcare, the transformative potential of precision medicine, and how emerging technologies could redefine pediatric care. Dive into a discussion that spans the realms of genomics, digital health, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into clinical practice, offering a...
In this groundbreaking episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast, we delve into the innovative world of placental cell therapy with Mark O'Neil and Moayed Hamza. Together, they share their journey in developing a novel cell therapy aimed at treating neonatal hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), a leading cause of infant brain injury. Discover how their work could revolutionize treatment options for one of pediatrics' most challenging conditions, promising hope and improved outcomes for affe...
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