# AI, Smart Hospitals, and Innovation at Houston Methodist with Michelle Stansbury

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Podcast: [Becker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health IT](https://stenobird.com/podcast/becker-s-healthcare-digital-health-health-it-4467857)
Published: 2026-02-19T18:11:10+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Michelle Stansbury, Associate Chief Innovation Officer and VP of IT Applications at Houston Methodist, discusses how the system leverages AI, smart hospital technology, and operational data to improve patient experience and staff efficiency. She shares insights on scaling innovations, optimizing workflows, and using technology to deliver more accessible and patient-centered care across multiple hospitals.

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