Former Health Secretary Umair Shah on AI, MAHA and Leadership Lessons

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Public health officials are navigating an increasingly complicated landscape defined by shrinking resources and political polarization. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence is transforming how health systems collect information, manage care and respond to community needs. The challenge for today’s public health leaders is figuring out how to adapt without losing the public’s trust or losing sight of their core mission: improving the health of the communities they serve. In this episode, Michael speaks with Dr. Umair Shah, former Secretary of Health for Washington State and former executive director of the Harris County health department in Texas. Drawing on his experience at both the local…