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At a 2026 conference session called The Next Endeavor, moderator Daniel Kraft led a panel on medical AI with Vivek Natarajan, Simran Chana, Aditya Sharma, and David Bell. The discussion covered how AI systems are being integrated into hospital workflows, the progress toward autonomous robotic surgery, and the importance of preserving human connection in medical care.
Panelists also addressed what kind of evidence and data infrastructure hospitals need before trusting AI tools in clinical settings, as well as how AI could expand access to care for underserved populations.
The conversation reflects ongoing industry debate about balancing innovation with safety and trust as AI moves deeper into healthcare delivery.
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