Feature
8 Jun 2026
The guest essay, "Participation is The Medicine For AI Healthcare, But It Needs To Be Real," by Michael Strange and Sara Davis, argues that meaningful participation is essential for AI in healthcare to be equitable, trustworthy, and effective.
It addresses:
Why participation matters (a human right, a determinant of health, and a safeguard against inequity).
Structural barriers (technical jargon, late-stage engagement, and power imbalances).
Actionable solutions (early co-design, transparent procurement, legal frameworks, and iterative feedback loops).
Rypple’s involvement: Daniela de Paiva, Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer of Rypple, is listed as a member of the HealthAI Participatory AI Working Group, contributing to the essay’s call for systemic change. This aligns with Rypple’s mission to shift healthcare toward prevention, equity, and community-centered design.