Episode 44

Episode 44 - AI and Algorithms at the Bedside

Published on: 1st January, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Jasper and PatientZero set the stage for a candid, listener-friendly breakdown of where AI stands in healthcare today—already powering voice-dictated clinical notes, automated appointment reminders, abnormal lab flagging, imaging support for X-rays and CT scans, pharmacy refill predictions, and even insurance approvals, often without patients realizing it. They demystify AI as pattern recognition and decision support, not robots replacing doctors, emphasizing its potential to reduce administrative burden, detect problems earlier, improve efficiency, and give clinicians more time for meaningful patient care. The discussion then turns to ethics, unpacking how AI inherits the biases of its training data, which already reflects systemic inequities, uneven access, and financial incentives shaped around cost control. Using the January 2026 Medicare prior authorization pilot as a pivotal example, they explore how AI is moving from the background into real decision-making, raising red flags around transparency, accountability, incentive-driven denials, and the difficulty patients may face appealing algorithm-influenced care decisions. Dr. Jasper and PatientZero draw a clear contrast between traditional care filtered through multiple gatekeeping layers and Direct Primary Care, highlighting that DPC embraces technology without surrendering control to it, keeping decisions in the hands of physicians who know their patients and protecting trust while advancing equity. They close with a resonant north-star reminder: technology will shape healthcare, but trust will determine whether it succeeds, reinforcing the season’s core themes of awareness, accountability, and patient empowerment.

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Byron Jasper

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Dr. Byron Jasper is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Byja Clinic, Louisiana’s first Black-owned Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice. A proud alumnus of Xavier University of Louisiana, he earned his medical degree and master’s in public health from Tulane University.

Dr. Jasper is also the author of Byja Blueprint: An Introductory Guide to Direct Primary Care for Doctors, Patients, and Businesses, a nationally recognized resource on DPC. Beyond the clinic, he leads two nonprofits—Comprehensive Medical Mentoring Program (CMMP) and Byja Charitable Alliance (BCA)—both dedicated to improving health equity and expanding opportunities for aspiring medical professionals.

Through Byja Radio Show, Dr. Jasper brings together his passions for medicine, mentorship, and community empowerment—sparking conversations that inspire listeners to take charge of their health and their future.

George Becnel

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George Becnel, II—commonly known as Patient Zero—holds the distinction of being the very first patient of Byja Clinic and co-host of Byja Radio Show. A seasoned marketing and business development leader with over 16 years of experience in healthcare, telecommunications, and professional services, George brings both professional insight and personal perspective to every conversation.

As co-host, George bridges the gap between patients and clinicians—offering real-world reflections on healthcare, leadership, and community empowerment. His ability to blend lived experience with business acumen makes him a powerful voice for listeners seeking a deeper understanding of how health and innovation intersect.