Dr Emily Powell
Medical Director, Akuru
Emily is a rural doctor, communicator, and AI enthusiast who’s passionate about making healthcare more human. Clinically, she is a GP registrar with a background in rural medicine and a special interest in emergency and remote health. Alongside her clinical work, she’s exploring how digital health and artificial intelligence can take the pressure off clinicians while improving care for patients. With experience in both medicine and broadcasting, she knows that good healthcare isn’t just about diagnosis — it’s about connection and storytelling.