Episode # 244 • 21 Oct 2025
AI's Role in ENT Physical Exams
Endoscopes, AI, and the future of ENT care—otolaryngologist and Presidio CEO Dr. Jonathan Simmonds shares why the tech game is just getting started in this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
03:38 - AI in ENT: Opportunities and Challenges
12:46 - Protecting the Role of ENTs
17:26 - The Future of ENT Exams
24:41 - Ownership of Medical Data: The Ethical Dilemma
30:09 - Human-Like Behavior in AI Models
31:18 - The Role of AI in ENT Practice
34:30 - Challenges and Opportunities in AI Implementation
42:12 - Economic Considerations for AI in Private Practice
45:03 - Final Thoughts and Future Directions
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More about this episode
Dr. Simmonds shares his journey from the UK to becoming a sinus surgeon in New York, and the founding of Presidio to create affordable endoscopic equipment. They discuss how AI can transform ENT practice, emphasizing the unique position ENTs hold due to their routine use of camera systems in exams. The conversation also tackles the economic aspects of implementing new technology, the importance of capturing clinical data, and the necessity of ENT specialists to advocate for their role in the evolving landscape. Dr. Simmonds offers insights into the various AI tools and the significance of contributing to the development and implementation of AI models in ENT.
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