In a world where healthcare is simultaneously global and deeply local, how do we build technology that truly serves humanity? From the conference floors of HLTH 2025 to the cobblestone streets of Paris, Dr. Aditi Joshi has been on the front lines of this question for over a decade. A pioneer who helped architect the very framework of American telemedicine, she now reveals why the biggest innovations require us to first unlearn what we think we know.

In this expansive and forward-thinking episode of HIT Like a Girl, host Joy Rios sits down with Dr. Joshi for a live recording at HLTH 2025. They dive into her bold move to France and the launch of her new AI startup, exploring the cultural shocks and profound insights that are shaping the next generation of global health tech. Dr. Joshi argues that the future of medicine isn't just about smarter algorithms, but about building "cognitive off-ramps" for clinicians and creating immersive training worlds where doctors can gain a lifetime of experience without risking a single patient.

Dr. Aditi Joshi shares:

The "Unlearning" Curve: Why her biggest professional challenge wasn't learning European medicine, but actively unlearning the U.S. system's obsession with billing codes and prior authorizations to focus purely on patient need.
AI as the Ultimate Intern: The critical shift from seeing AI as a replacement for doctors to viewing it as a tireless, hyper-literate co-pilot that handles the cognitive grunt work.
The XR Training Ground: How Extended Reality is creating a "time machine" for medical education, allowing a surgeon to practice a complex, rare procedure dozens of times before ever touching a scalpel.
Chaos as a Catalyst: Instead of being overwhelmed by the rapid pace of change, how providers and leaders can see this moment as a unique opportunity to rebuild healthcare from the ground up.
A Global Prescription: Her frank diagnosis of what the American system can learn from Europe's focus on access, and what Europe can learn from America's culture of innovation.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that the best technology doesn't replace us—it makes us better. Dr. Joshi gives us a hopeful, practical vision for a future where tech actually serves the people on the front lines, instead of just adding to their burden.

Listen now to learn how to turn global insights into local impact and build a more resilient, human-centered healthcare system.

00:00 | From Chicago to Paris: A Pioneer's Pivot

Introducing Dr. Aditi Joshi and her journey from building US telemedicine to launching an AI startup in Europe.

00:46 | Architecting Access: The Telemedicine Blueprint

The real story of scaling telemedicine: less about tech, more about battling policy and redefining "the visit."

03:03 | The Art of Unlearning: Healthcare Culture Shock

"The first question in France is 'What does the patient need?' not 'Is it covered?'" – Dr. Joshi on shedding the US healthcare mindset.

07:10 | Beyond the Hype: Building AI That Clinicians Actually Trust

Why the next breakthrough won't be a flashy demo, but AI that seamlessly integrates into the clinical workflow as a trusted assistant.

09:44 | The Time Machine for Surgeons: XR in Medical Education

How Virtual and Augmented Reality are creating risk-free simulation worlds to build true procedural muscle memory.

13:48 | Conclusion: The Infrastructure of Hope

Dr. Joshi's final take on balancing relentless innovation with compassionate, practical implementation.

Stay Connected & Dive Deeper:

👉 Learn more about Dr. Joshi’s work at ardexia.io

👉 Follow Aditi: LinkedIn or Instagram

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