The Future of Female Healthcare with Ariella Heffernan-Marks from Ovum AI | #11

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When Ariella Heffernan-Marks traded her stethoscope for a Software Startup, she didn't just shift careers—she went on a mission to redefine women's healthcare through the power of AI. Our latest episode welcomes this tenacious CEO to share her story of resilience, defying sceptics to lead a platform that's transforming the way female health literacy and collaborative decision-making coalesce. Her insights weave through the potent mix of medicine, law, science, and technology, underscoring the potential of AI to augment the capabilities of healthcare professionals and personalise patient care.
Venture into the world of transdisciplinary innovation, where Ariella illuminates the power of creativity in science and the influence of diverse perspectives on patient care. Our discussion traverses her challenges as a med student turned Femtech innovator, the systemic issues undermining women's healthcare, and the strategic journey from concept to pilot of Ovum AI's platform. We examine the roles of AI in healthcare, and explore its potential to optimise for holistic healthcare while reducing the administrative load on medical professionals.
Listen as we unveil the future of women's healthcare shaped by technology, highlighting how Ovum AI pioneers accessible, intuitive care. Ariella's invitation to join their pilot program is not just a call to action—it's a beacon for a future where technology elevates women's health and well-being. She also shares her experiences around fostering partnerships and collaborations and lets us in on how honing her intuition has been essential to her success. Join us in a dialogue that's not only about innovation but an inspiring narrative around addressing AI biases, through uniting women to fill the gap and enhance diagnostics and treatment for women worldwide.
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Capítulos

1. Transdisciplinary Innovation in Biotechnology (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Healthcare (00:08:08)

3. Empowering Women's Healthcare Through Technology (00:21:02)

4. AI in Healthcare and Personalized Tracking (00:26:52)

5. Revolutionizing Women's Health Care Access (00:38:23)

6. Prioritizing Women's Health and Well-Being (00:47:38)

7. Exploring Health Partnerships and Collaborations (00:55:07)

8. Intuitive Decision Making in Business (01:01:18)

9. Leadership, Empowerment, and Innovation in Business (01:08:25)

10. Innovations and Success at Ovum (01:16:46)