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Search every verified Gary Tankard interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Gary Tankard delivered a keynote address to graduates of an unnamed institution on September 17, 2024. During the speech, he discussed the impact of the fourth and fifth industrial revolutions on healthcare, citing examples such as artificial intelligence detecting skin cancer at a 95% rate and the internet of medical things enabling real-time patient monitoring. He described the fifth industrial revolution as a "cognitive age" driven by AI models like GPT, which he called "cognitive partners" that will redefine societal structures. Tankard encouraged graduates to "embrace innovation" and "challenge the norms" in healthcare, and he advised them to "choose love" over fear. He also stated that success requires "grit, determination, and the willingness to endure challenges," and that "it's about how long you are willing to stay in the race." The transcript noted that Tankard holds a master's degree in Business Administration from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Bachelor of Science in medical technology from the same institution, and that he is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
“Success rarely comes easily or quickly; it requires grit, determination, and the willingness to endure challenges that come your way. Endurance is the outcome forged by those who are wise enough to endure the process. Success isn't about how fast you can get there, it's about how long you are willing to stay in the rac...”
“The fourth industrial revolution has redefined industries from manufacturing and health care to education and transportation, fueled by innovations in artificial intelligence, robotics, genetic sequencing, and the internet of medical things.”
“The fifth Industrial Revolution, or the cognitive age, is a transformational point in human history poised to redefine the very fabric of society and human existence. This will be driven by the continued evolution of artificial intelligence, particularly models like GPT, which represent more than mere tools—they are co...”
“As you go through those doors today, you have two choices: to choose love or fear. Choose love. Don't let fear turn you against your playful heart.”
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