The AI Race in Healthcare: FOMO, JOMO, or FOGO?
You’ve heard of FOMO. But what about JOMO, or even FOGO? In this episode of Persivia Perspective, host Nidah Shahid sits down once again with Dr. Usama Bajwa, Persivia’s Engineering Manager for AI, to unpack one of the most pressing yet misunderstood topics in modern healthcare: Artificial Intelligence. Is AI truly revolutionizing healthcare, or are organizations falling into the trap of chasing hype without strategy? Together, they explore the three dominant mindsets shaping AI adoption in healthcare today: – FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): Organizations racing to implement AI to keep pace – JOMO (Joy of Missing Out): Those who adopt a cautious, evidence-driven approach – FOGO (Fear of Getting Overwhelmed): Leaders held back by complexity, risk, and uncertainty Dr. Usama discusses the consequences of each mindset, sharing real-world examples of failed AI rollouts driven by FOMO and how strategic, measured adoption (JOMO) can lead to lasting success. He also addresses the real fears that create FOGO and how organizations can move past those blockers. The episode closes with a powerful reflection on how Persivia’s journey with AI embodies the JOMO approach, prioritizing clinical validation, team education, and sustainable growth over flash-in-the-pan innovation. Whether you’re skeptical of AI, cautiously optimistic, or already in the trenches, this episode offers grounded insights into how healthcare leaders can find the right balance between ambition and realism and build AI strategies that actually work. Listen now!