This workshop won’t be a lecture—it’s more of a “show and tell”. Dr. Todd Ponsky will walk you through the AI tools he actually use day-to-day as a busy surgeon. Then he would like to hear what tools you’re using.
Think of this as a conversation, not a class. Dr. Ponsky will walk through the AI tools he relies on to save time and work smarter in his daily professional life. These aren’t advanced, high-tech products—they’re simple, practical tools that anyone can use.
He’ll share:
• Quick Video Editing tools
• Building apps without coding
• AI media editing and creation tools.
• Workflow automation tools
No jargon, no hype, no formal lecture—just everyday tools you can put to work right away.
[00:00:00] Opening promos and Stay Current MD
[00:00:23] Editing lectures into short media
[00:02:06] Stay Current MD app overview
[00:03:36] New app features and search
[00:05:09] Event intro, goals, and format[00:05:22] Focus on personal AI use
[00:06:20] QR codes: Substack and Linktree
[00:07:26] Introduce Claudia and audience Q&A
[00:08:20] Poll-driven choose-your-adventure
[00:08:36] LLM landscape and practical usage[00:09:12] Google AI changes; Perplexity search
[00:10:28] Why use each model
[00:11:20] Voice use during commuting
[00:14:12] Hallucinations and cross-checking
[00:15:37] Thoughts on Microsoft Copilot
[00:17:12] ChatGPT tools and workflows[00:17:57] GPT Store: explore or build GPTs
[00:18:55] Custom GPT examples (Jackie Advisor)
[00:21:05] Projects: persistent knowledge spaces
[00:21:41] Build a virtual staff via Projects
[00:25:17] Branching: parallel threads and edits
[00:27:28] Medical search and evidence tools[00:28:02] RAG model explained simply
[00:30:28] Transition into medical segment
[00:30:45] Open Evidence overview and claims
[00:33:04] Practical uses and CME integration
[00:34:37] UpToDate adds AI assistant
[00:35:26] AI agents and presentation workflows[00:35:39] Agents versus automations clarified
[00:37:18] Operator demo: booking reservations
[00:39:13] Safety and data cautions
[00:40:10] Agent-created PowerPoint demo
[00:41:59] Make AI less agreeable prompts
[00:45:13] Beautiful.ai data visuals demo
[00:47:22] Vibe coding: build apps by prompting[00:49:07] Why vibe coding matters
[00:52:36] Tools: Gemini, Lovable, Cursor
[00:55:17] Demo: auto-convert MOV to MP4
[00:59:50] Automations: platforms and examples[01:00:01] Zapier, Make, n8n, Power Automate
[01:01:59] Find and summarize YouTube topics
[01:02:16] Project status email alerts
[01:04:18] Clinic email workflow automation
[01:05:43] Power Automate templates tip
[01:07:25] Everyday automation on iPhone[01:07:29] Apple Shortcuts: personal automations
[01:08:31] Example: ensure daughter wakes up
[01:09:20] Reminders app as Kanban board
[01:10:32] Study with AI: modes and tools[01:12:18] ChatGPT Study Mode basics
[01:13:01] Custom tutor GPT for kids
[01:13:46] Notebook LM: flashcards, quizzes, media
[01:16:43] Media creation with Notebook LM[01:17:41] Build exec summary in ChatGPT
[01:18:26] Import sources into Notebook LM
[01:19:21] Studio: podcasts, videos, quizzes
[01:21:21] AI media tools and examples[01:21:21] Gemini Canvas: instant infographics
[01:21:59] Descript: edit videos by transcript
[01:24:09] Gemini images and short videos
[01:27:11] Sora 2 creative teaching example
[01:32:07] 11Labs voices and agents
[01:33:08] HeyGen avatars and auto-videos
[01:35:14] Extended Q&A and closing[01:35:54] Subscribe and suggest next topics
[01:37:00] Poll: monthly overview preferred
[01:38:12] Degrees and careers in medical AI
[01:39:42] Clinicians leading AI adoption
[01:40:41] Analyzing images (x-ray/histology)
[01:42:00] Hospital privacy and BAAs
[01:44:07] Scheduling shifts and rotations
[01:44:48] ChatGPT privacy settings note
[01:46:20] Copilot-only policy explained
[01:47:24] Teaching medical research curricula
[01:48:21] Staying up to date channels
[01:49:55] Thank-yous and closing music
