Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical Information Officer at UChicago Medicine

11/28/2025

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical Information Officer at UChicago Medicine, explores how technology is being leveraged to enhance patient care and streamline workflow efficiency. He discusses the necessity of AI governance in monitoring artificial intelligence and ensuring responsible implementation. Additionally, he shares his vision and strategies for setting up UChicago Medicine for long-term success in the evolving healthcare landscape.

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