Beyond the AI Hype: Solving Real Problems in Clinical Trials with Miles Wingfield

<p>What if the biggest opportunity for AI in clinical research isn&#39;t developing more technology, but solving the problems that have frustrated research teams for decades?</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Clinical Research Coach</em>, Leanne Woehlke sits down with Miles Wingfield, founder of Intake AI, for a candid conversation about innovation, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to bring meaningful AI solutions into clinical research.</p><p>From automating time-consuming study startup tasks to rethinking how we support research coordinators and patients, Miles shares his journey as a young founder navigating a highly regulated industry. He also opens up about an early business pivot, the importance of listening to research sites, and why technology should solve real problems rather than create new ones.</p><p>Together, Leanne and Miles explore where AI can make the greatest impact, what should remain in human hands, and how the industry can balance innovation with patient safety, data privacy, and trust.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you&#39;ll hear about:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why clinical research needs fewer solutions looking for problems</p></li><li><p>How AI can reduce administrative burden and accelerate study startup</p></li><li><p>Lessons learned from building, testing, and pivoting an AI startup</p></li><li><p>Where AI belongs in patient engagement and where human oversight matters</p></li><li><p>Navigating data security, regulatory requirements, and accountability</p></li><li><p>The potential for AI to improve health equity and access to clinical trials</p></li></ul><p>Whether you&#39;re a clinical research professional, site leader, technology innovator, or simply curious about the future of AI in healthcare, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how meaningful innovation happens.</p><p><strong>Connect with Miles Wingfield:</strong><br>LinkedIn: Miles Wingfield<br>Website: <a href="https://useintake.ai/">https://useintake.ai</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow The Clinical Research Coach</strong> for conversations with the people, leaders, and innovators shaping the future of clinical research.</p>