When You Get What you Want, But Not What you Need from Technology

Unlike tech startups that historically embraced a "move fast and break things" philosophy, healthcare abides by the Hippocratic Oath to “do no harm.” So how can health tech startups do both - move fast, but do no harm? The potential for misdiagnosis and clinical errors represents a stark warning against unchecked technological implementation. As a new Administration will most likely accelerate AI adoption with reduced regulatory oversight, the healthcare industry must proactively establish robust safeguards. This requires a collaborative approach among medical professionals, ethicists, and technologists to create stringent frameworks that prioritize patient outcomes over financial opportunities. The challenge lies in fostering innovation while maintaining an unwavering commitment to the Hippocratic principle of preventing harm—ensuring that technological advancement never comes at the expense of patient safety and well-being.