Harvey Castro, also known as #DrGPT, is a prominent figure in the integration of artificial intelligence within the healthcare sector. He is an emergency medicine physician, as well as expanding his influence as an entrepreneur, author, and advisor who focuses on leveraging AI to enhance patient care and streamline healthcare operations. He is a distinguished keynote speaker renowned for his expertise in artificial intelligence.
Harvey is an advocate for ethical and effective AI. He is a former hospital CEO with 20+ years on the front lines. He dedicates his career to exploring the applications of generative AI. He advocates for the ethical use of AI in tools such as ChatGPT in clinical settings, aiming to improve diagnostics, patient communication, and healthcare delivery. Prior to this he completed his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch and then went on to serve in the US Army as a dental assistant to support his education. Harvey later moved to Texas and founded Trusted ER, a network of freestanding emergency rooms. He currently serves as an advisor to the Ministry of Health in Singapore and the Texas Medical Association, contributing to the development of AI policies in healthcare and demonstrating his commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes through strategic policymaking that navigates the complexities of technology in healthcare services. Harvey has also built and led a full-scale healthcare system, which grew to over 400 employees. He also holds advisory roles with organisations such as NeuroCare.AI and Phantom Space, where he guides the integration of AI technologies. He also currently serves as Chief Medical AI Officer at Helpp.ai.
Harvey has authored numerous books, including ChatGPT and Healthcare, The AI-Driven Entrepreneur and Neurology for the Non-Neurologist. His books explore how AI tools can enhance patient care, streamline medical workflows, and empower healthcare providers. Harvey’s impressive career has earned him recognition as one of the “AI 75” by Dallas Innovates, marking him as a top AI innovator in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and is also a LinkedIn Top Voice in 2023. He has delivered impactful presentations at numerous prestigious conferences worldwide and is renowned for his engaging speeches. His speaking engagements explore AI’s transformation of potential in healthcare, addressing its benefits and ethical considerations, and providing insights into emerging AI technologies. If you are looking for a speaker on human–AI collaboration to improve patient safety, clinical efficiency, and health equity then do not hesitate to hire Dr. Harvey Castro today!
Books
ChatGPT and Healthcare: The Key To New Future of Medicine
Neurology for the Non-neurologist
The AI-Driven Entrepreneur: Unleashing The Power Of Artificial Intelligence For Business Success
Success Reinvention
Dr. Harvey Castro's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Human & AI: Revolutionising Medicine
- Predictive Analytics to Prevent Readmissions
- Ethical AI Deployment in Healthcare
- AI-Powered Patient Engagement Strategies
- Building an AI-Ready Clinical Team
- Leadership in the Age of AI: Navigating Change & Driving Innovation
- Implementing AI in Your Organisation: Strategies for Success
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events:
“Dr. Castro made the complex subject of AI in healthcare not only approachable but downright entertaining. He had the audience engaged while imparting invaluable insights on the realities of implementing AI in healthcare and the impact it is/can have on patients and clinicians.” - Arielle, Managing Director
“I had the pleasure of moderating Dr. Harvey Castro’s presentation at the recent ASHP Pharmacy Futures 2024 meeting in Portland, Oregon, where Dr. Castro’s knowledge of AI in healthcare, combined with his energy and creativity, made for a thought-provoking and information discussion that sparked valuable conversations and ideas among attendees.” - Lisa, Chief Information & Digital Transformation Officer
“Dr. Castro has an incredible ability to distill complex applications of technology and artificial intelligence to an audience. He does so with a combination of great expertise and humor, making this ambiguous and sometimes intimidating topic approachable to the crowd. He is able to quickly engage a large audience and bring everyone on a journey of the now, near and future of AI in healthcare. He takes the time to talk with members of the audience and learn from them and their perspectives, the mark of a true expert. I hope there is an opportunity to watch him speak again, and who knows, maybe even collaborate professionally in the future.” - Eleni, PharmD, MBA
- 2024 – Led AI + mixed reality telemedicine prototypes at Aexa Tech
- 2024 – Appointed Strategic Advisor at Phantom Space to guide AI + healthcare innovation
- 2024 – Appointed Health IT Consultant to Texas Medical Association
- 2024 – Joined Singapore MOH RAP to shape healthcare tech regulation
- 2024 – Became Chief Medical AI Officer at Helpp.ai; deployed fall-prevention AI
- 2024 – Editorial Board Member, HealthManagement.org
- 2024 – Contributed to OpenAI Forum to shape AI's role in healthcare
- 2024 – Editorial Board Member, AI in Precision Oncology (Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.)
- 2023 – Founded Medical Intelligence Ops to integrate LLMs into clinical workflows
- 2023 – Assistant Professor at UTSA for Medicine & AI dual-degree program
- 2023 – Guest Faculty, ABAIM; lectured on ChatGPT in medicine
- 2023 – Joined Medical Advisory Board at PONS (mobile ultrasound AI)
- 2023 – Advisor to Cellotex; supported AI for medical cannabis personalisation
- 2023 – Delivered global keynotes on AI in medicine (HIMSS, etc.)
- 2023 – Published ChatGPT Health book to promote AI awareness in medicine
- 2022 – Medical Advisor, SpringTide Ventures (healthcare VC)
- 2023 – COO at ViTel Health; implemented AI EHR and physician support tools
- 2023 – Strategic Partner, New Solutions Network for AI + health policy
- 2021 – Co-Captain of pandemic-response ideation show “4 Days to Prevent a Pandemic”
- 2021 – Founded Trusted Medical Billing for revenue optimisation
- 2021 – CEO & Co-Founder of Prime Medical Staffing
- 2021 – Limited Partner at Global Health Impact Fund (early-stage healthcare VC)
- 2021 – President & Co-Founder of Trusted Health Physicians
- 2018 – Published Success Reinvention, a personal development book
- 2017 – Medical Director, The Colony ER; improved emergency care operations
- 2016 – Medical Director, Elite Care ER; led clinical standards and growth
- 2015 – Attending Physician, Parkland Hospital ER
- 2013 – ER Physician, Medical City Healthcare and Medical City Las Colinas
- 2006 – Completed ER Residency, St. Luke’s University Health Network
- 1991 – E4 Specialist & Dental Assistant, U.S. Army Reserve
How to hire Dr. Harvey Castro
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