Why AI in Healthcare Is Failing—And What the Best Leaders Are Doing Differently
Despite the hype, 80% of AI projects in healthcare are falling short—twice the failure rate of other tech initiatives. But a select group of organizations is bucking the trend. This article dives into what sets them apart: from reverse mentoring and AI-savvy leadership to emerging roles like the Chief AI Officer and a radical shift in how success is measured. Discover why trust, governance, and hands-on experimentation are becoming non-negotiables—and why most hospitals are still dangerously behind.
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Dan McCoy is an entrepreneur and business strategist and is the Founder and CEO of RocketTools.io and Dan McCoy Consulting, leading innovation through AI and automation for small to medium enterprises, while advising large corporations on brand strategy and product engagement. As a former healthcare leader, he drove Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to unmatched growth, led the development of unique healthcare products, and turned the company into the "Voice of Texas Healthcare", marking the industry's most triumphant legislative session in over two decades. A renowned public speaker and advocate of powerful communication, McCoy drives change and growth by leveraging emerging technologies and fostering an organic narrative within organizations to motivate strategy execution.