Episode 170: Amardeep Parmar from The BAE HQ welcomes Dr Farzana Rahman, Co-Founder & CEO of Hexarad.
Dr. Farzana Rahman, co-founder and CEO of Hexarad, discusses how her company uses AI to address the shortage of radiologists, speeding up diagnoses for patients.
Show Notes
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - Dr. Rahman discusses her early career ambitions and background.
02:17 - Challenges and feelings about getting into medicine.
03:10 - Experiences and challenges in medical school.
03:57 - Transition to clinical years and enjoying patient interactions.
04:49 - Early years as a junior doctor, enjoying the challenges and support.
06:03 - Decisions about specialising in medicine.
07:22 - Choosing radiology and meeting co-founders of Hexarad.
08:19 - The formation of Hexarad and identifying the problem to solve.
10:32 - Transition from a side hustle to a full-time company.
11:59 - Discussion about co-founders’ roles and team dynamics.
14:03 - Steps to make Hexarad a full-time business.
16:25 - Reflecting on growth and big wins since the inception of Hexarad.
18:05 - Importance of impact and patient care in Hexarad’s mission.
19:51 - Overview of Hexarad’s product and its impact.
22:25 - Adaptation and scaling of Hexarad’s technology.
23:55 - Maintaining company culture while scaling.
25:20 - Future goals for Hexarad, including international expansion.
26:56 - Excitement about new developments and team growth.
27:16 - Dr. Rahman’s work beyond Hexarad, including scholarships and global impact.
29:36 - Advice for those from medical backgrounds transitioning to entrepreneurship.
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