Kyle Giddens

Co-Founder and Board Member at medcase

Kyle Giddens is the Co-Founder and former CEO of Medcase, a healthcare technology company that focuses on providing on-demand access to expert clinicians and enhancing healthcare delivery through AI and telemedicine. He has a rich background in the AI sector, having previously founded Edgecase, a company specializing in data solutions for AI applications. Giddens has been involved in the healthcare industry for several years, emphasizing the importance of connecting healthcare professionals globally to improve patient care and innovation in medical services.

Background and Education

Kyle Giddens is originally from Canada and moved to Israel about a decade ago. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and an MBA from the Sofaer Global MBA program at Tel Aviv University. His career spans various roles, including positions in business development and consulting, and he has a strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation in healthcare.1 3 4

Medcase

At Medcase, Giddens played a pivotal role in creating a platform that aggregates the collective intelligence of doctors from around the world. The company aims to democratize healthcare by providing businesses with access to clinicians across multiple specialties and languages, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.3 5 Under his leadership, Medcase has positioned itself as a significant player in telehealth and healthcare data services, facilitating more efficient patient journeys and diagnostic processes.

In July 2023, Giddens transitioned from his role as CEO to become a board member, allowing Niv Shochat to take over as CEO.2 6 This change marks a new phase for Giddens, who continues to be involved in the strategic direction of the company.

Contributions to AI in Healthcare

Giddens has been an advocate for the integration of AI in healthcare, discussing its potential to alleviate the global shortage of healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes. His insights into the future of AI in the medical field highlight the balance between technology and human interaction, emphasizing that while AI can automate mundane tasks, the compassionate care provided by healthcare professionals remains irreplaceable.4 5

Highlights

May 25 · youtube.com

#357 - Kyle Giddens, Co-Founder and CEO of Medcase - YouTube

May 25 · sliceofhealthcare.com

#357 - Kyle Giddens, Co-Founder and CEO of Medcase

Sep 6 · blog.intelligenthealth.ai

An Interview with Kyle Giddens, CEO & Co-Founder at Medcase

Dec 18 · OneZero

The Facial Recognition Backlash Is Here - OneZero - OneZero

Nov 14 · PR Web

Israeli-American Start-Up Launches Open Source AI Gun Detection System for Free - PR Web

Experience

Co-Founder and Board Member at medcase (July 2023 - Present)

CEO and Co-Founder at medcase (January 2020 - July 2023), Founder and CEO at edgecase.ai (October 2017 - July 2023), CEO at Trendi Guru (May 2014 - May 2017), VP Business Development at Zoozamen (February 2013 - 2014), Partner at Atzmon Consulting (January 2010 - October 2012), Researcher at Academic Journal of Political Psychology (December 2011 - June 2012), Researcher at Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya (January 2011 - 2012), Representative at Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya (January 2010 - January 2011), Researcher at International Institute for Counter Terrorism (November 2010 - June 2011), First Responder at Magen David Adom (May 2008 - August 2008)

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.), Government, Cum Laude from Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya (2010 - 2012), Master of Business Administration - MBA from Sofaer Global MBA at Tel Aviv University (2012 - 2013), Honours Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology from The University of Western Ontario (2006 - 2010)