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When the Doctor Becomes the Patient: Bryant Lin’s Journey
In this episode of “The Aconic Podcast,” host Soon Yu interviews Bryant Lin about his journey with a cancer diagnosis, the importance of storytelling and human connection in medicine, and the role of hope in patient care.
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Artificial intelligence translation in healthcare: an urgent call for evidence-informed policy frameworks
A new perspective published in BMJ raises important questions about the rapid adoption of AI-powered translation tools in healthcare settings. Co-authored by Kevin Schulman and colleagues, the piece cautions that without adequate oversight, these tools risk performing unevenly across languages — potentially deepening existing health disparities rather than closing them.
Sonoo Thadaney-Israni Visits THE Labs
As part of Stanford PRESENCE’s work to explore and inform how AI and large language models create both promise and peril for patients and caregivers, Sonoo Thadaney-Israni recently visited Technology Humanities Entrepreneurship labs (THE labs), an after-school program for grades 2-8 at the intersection of AI and the humanities.
When the Doctor Becomes the Patient: Bryant Lin’s Journey
In this episode of “The Aconic Podcast,” host Soon Yu interviews Bryant Lin about his journey with a cancer diagnosis, the importance of storytelling and human connection in medicine, and the role of hope in patient care.
Bryant Lin spreads sunshine to medical school graduates, emphasizing curiosity, creativity, kindness
In keynote address that includes a serenade to his mother, Stanford Medicine doctor with incurable lung cancer exalts those prized virtues.
Bryant Lin Honored by SCCMA
We are proud to share that Bryant Lin has received the Santa Clara County Medical Association (SCCMA)’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Medicine, honoring his significant and widely recognized contributions to improving patient care.
Listen Now: Bridging Medicine & Technology Inside Stanford’s MCiM
Dr. Kevin Schulman, Professor of Medicine and MCiM Program Director, explains how MCiM prepares professionals to shape the future of healthcare.
Stanford professor denied treatment for stage 4 cancer, partially re-approved following viral post
Medical school professor Bryant Lin was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. But his access to treatment is in the hands of his insurance provider.
Shots on Goal: What Gives Bryant Lin Hope
Bryant Lin, MD, diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, embodies hope as he advocates for research, education, and early detection in lung cancer treatment.
Cancer in Asian Americans: Epidemiology and Prevention
Cancer remains the leading cause of death for Chinese, Filipino, Korean & Vietnamese Americans. Learn more about risks, screening gaps & early detection in Ann Hsing’s talk.
Hands-On Healing: The Evidence Behind Therapeutic Touch
From Abraham Verghese’s TEDTalk to research on physical and emotional benefits, this new Stanford 25 blog post explores why touch is still essential in patient care.
Documentary Panel Recording Available: Lung Cancer in Asian American Communities
Bryant Lin recently shared his journey with non-smoker lung cancer during a moving panel discussion and screening of Be Here with You – a short documentary about his experience.
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