Josh Newman with John Hopkins Medicine

Josh Newman, VP of Clinical Systems at Johns Hopkins, shares how his team is embracing AI to reduce clinician burnout and reshape health IT delivery. At VIVE 2025, he reflects on their successful DAX pilot and the excitement it’s generated among providers—marking a rare IT win that clinicians actually celebrate. Josh discusses the new mindset required for rapidly deploying AI solutions, leveraging standards like FHIR and USCDI, and the critical importance of responsible implementation. He also highlights how Panda Health accelerates vendor evaluation, enabling his team to move from discovery to action with precision. Finally, Josh underscores the value of in-person connection and the growing spirit of collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem.

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