DDx

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**DDx**

DDx is medical shorthand for differential diagnosis, and this is a podcast about how doctors think and learn on the job. It’s hosted by Dr. Raj Bhardwaj and is produced by Figure 1, the global knowledge-sharing platform for medicine.

Latest Episodes:

Special Episode: It Looked Like the Flu May 28, 2025

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A man walks into his doctor’s office with flu-like symptoms—and walks out with a lung cancer diagnosis. What happens next opens up a broader conversation about early detection, access to screening, and the clinical nuances of treating non-small cell lung cancer.
In this episode, Dr. Raj Bhardwaj brings you a candid discussion between oncologists Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Dr. Eric Singhi. They unpack a real patient case and explore the practical, diagnostic, and systemic challenges that shape lung cancer care today.

TRAILER: It Looked Like the Flu (Special Bonus Episode) May 23, 2025

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This is a trailer for a special bonus episode of DDx—not part of Season 12.

While we work on our next season, we’re bringing you a powerful standalone case: a patient arrives with flu-like symptoms—but the diagnosis is something far more serious.

In this bonus episode, Dr. Raj Bhardwaj brings you a conversation between two leading oncologists, Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Dr. Eric Singhi, as they unpack a case that challenges assumptions and reveals how great clinicians think through the unexpected.

Stay tuned—the full episode drops soon.

The Human Behind the AI in the Room Part II Mar 12, 2025

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Last time, we spoke with the co-creator of DAX Copilot, Dr. Jared Pelo, about what DAX can actually do and the questions it raises about AI and the future of medicine. But today, we’re not just continuing that conversation—we have news. Dr. Pelo is back to share a major development, and talk about what this news means for physicians, patients and the future of clinical practice.

The Human Behind The AI In The Room Part I Mar 05, 2025

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“Every physician has thought this idea. Every physician has thought, I should not have to write my own notes.” Dr. Raj Bhardwaj sits down with Dr. Jared Pelo, the co-creator of DAX Copilot, to delve into the origins and future of the AI-powered clinical documentation solution. Discover how DAX Copilot aims to revolutionize medical workflows, the challenges it faces, and the potential it holds for transforming patient care. Join us to hear insights from the creator himself on the evolving role of AI in healthcare and what lies ahead, as Dr. Pelo candidly addresses questions about AI accuracy, patient privacy, and the future integration of AI in healthcare. Episode guest:
Dr. Jared Pelo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-pelo-b849026/

From Clinic to Hospital Feb 26, 2025

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Join us as we sit down with Colorado-based allergist and immunologist Dr. Robert McDermott, who has seen first-hand what an AI-powered solution can do for care providers at facilities of all scales. Dr. McDermott offers his unique perspective as someone who has integrated DAX Copilot as a documentation assistant at both a small clinic as well as a hospital. He delves into why and how, at each scale, he has seen the investment pay off for the providers, patients, and facility alike. For Dr. McDermott, the ability to give physicians on his staff hours of their day back, on top of the ease of integrating the new-age technology, swiftly quashed any early skepticism regarding his investment. Listen in to hear why! Episode guest:
Dr. Robert McDermott

The Workflow Conveyor Belt Feb 19, 2025

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“There’s so many downstream effects of having people work in an inefficient environment.” Dr. Alfred Atanda, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon, shares his experiences dealing with inefficiencies in a clinical environment and the stress that results. Every day in his practice, he sees how broken workflows ripple out—straining providers and the patients who rely on them. Dr. Atanda highlights how DAX Copilot, an AI-powered solution, aims to simplify doctors’ workflows by recording patient visits and automatically drafting medical notes, potentially improving efficiency and patient care. Dr. Atanda highlights the benefits and limitations of using DAX Copilot.

Episode guest:
Dr. Alfred Atanda

Burnout, Interrupted Feb 12, 2025

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“If I’m running on empty, I can’t be the doctor my patients deserve,” said Dr. Theresa Nguyen. Dr. Nguyen, who is the Chair of Pediatrics at Greater Baltimore Medical Center and leads the Medical Staff Wellness Committee, joins us to discuss the culture of wellness at the workplace for physicians. She opens up about her own personal journey dealing with the stress of perpetual burnout, delving into the impact on her life not only as a physician, but also as a mother and human being. For Dr. Nguyen, utilizing the capabilities of an AI assistant like DAX Copilot is about much more than just being efficient in the workplace.

Episode guest:
Dr. Theresa Nguyen
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtheresanguyen

The Human Connection Feb 05, 2025

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We sit down with Dr. Patrick McGill, who shares his experiences and challenges as Chief Transformation Officer at Community Health Network and as a family doctor at South Indy Family Practice in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. McGill discusses the growing disconnect between doctors and patients due to administrative tasks and required documentation, which often take away valuable time and focus from patient care. Dr. McGill discusses his initial skepticism about integrating AI-powered solutions and his eventual relief, both personally and professionally, upon using the cutting-edge technology to help restore human connections in his practice.

Episode guest:
Dr. Patrick McGill
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mcgill-md
X: @pmmcgill

Season 11 Trailer Jan 29, 2025

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Imagine a world where doctors spend more time with patients—and less on paperwork.
This season on DDx, we explore DAX Copilot, an AI assistant that listens to doctor-patient conversations and drafts notes for medical records. We’re asking doctors what it’s really like to use this technology. Does it help? Does it get in the way?
And what does it mean for the doctor-patient relationship when AI is in the room too?
Real stories from the frontlines of healthcare. Season 11 of DDx is coming soon.

Giving New Life Through X-linked Hypophosphatemia Research May 29, 2024

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After a lifetime of treating her rare bone disease, X-linked hypophosphatemia, a patient is at the end of her rope. Due to a genetic variation of the X chromosome — specifically the PHEX gene — there’s an imbalance of phosphate levels in her body. Because of its domino effect on bone development and mineralization, the patient is in pain, she’s frustrated, and nothing seems to help. So when a clinical trial opportunity presents itself, Dr. Suzanne Jan de Beur, a professor of medicine and the Chief of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of Virginia, is unsure the patient will want to participate. While the decision to participate is surprising, the results of the clinical trial are astonishing.

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