Episodes 43
Avg. Duration 58m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (59)
Since Dec 2022
Latest Episode May 2026

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Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
83%
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ai-podcast.nejm.org

About This Podcast

NEJM AI Grand Rounds, hosted by Arjun (Raj) Manrai, Ph.D. and Andrew Beam, Ph.D., features informal conversations with a variety of unique experts exploring the deep issues at the intersection of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and medicine. You’ll learn how AI will change clinical practice and healthcare, how it will impact the patient experience, and about the people who are pushing for innovation. Whether you are an AI researcher or a practicing clinician, these conversations will enlighten and surprise you as we journey through this very exciting field. Produced by NEJM Group.

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