Digital Health and Health Tech Podcasts

Happy Wednesday! I am super proud of Jim Joyce and I for staying consistent again with #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy. Those podcast coaching sessions must be working! 🎙 This week, we sat down with Chris Cera, CEO of Arcweb Technologies—a man who’s gone from peeling bananas for cash to peeling back the layers of healthcare’s complexity. 🍌 Chris shared his journey from chocolate bananas and chemistry to building cutting-edge digital healthcare solutions, all while keeping his Linux stack perfectly balanced: Some Key Takeaways: 🍌 Peeling bananas builds character—and a strong work ethic 🧑‍💻 Open source drives healthcare innovation, slowly but surely 🏥 EMRs, EHRs, Interoperability.. oh my... 🎯 Design thinking in healthcare 💡 "Find your purpose and build around it.” Fun mentions as always: Chandana Fitzgerald Jonathan Weiner HLTH Inc. ŌURA Tom Hale Dexcom

Send us a textCancer moves fast. Patients and their medical teams need to move faster.When crucial data about diagnosis, staging, and treatments gets held up, it can cost patients valuable time, resources, and treatment opportunities.In the latest episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Karen Schmidt, VP of Oncology Market at Q-Centrix, discusses why accurate and timely data is critical in cancer treatment and how improved data practices can lead to better outcomes and potentially life-saving care.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk and get on your way to being your best self.As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided.🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. 🎙️⚕️ ABOUT KAREN SCHMIDTKaren Schmidt is the Vice President of Oncology Market at Q-Centrix, bringing over 17 years of experience in cancer registry to her leadership role. A cancer survivor herself, Karen combines professional expertise with a personal commitment to improving cancer care. She leads her team in advancing the Cancer Registry Profession, enhancing the quality of cancer data, and turning data into actionable insights. Her focus is on delivering top-notch support to cancer programs nationwide, with the ultimate goal of elevating patient care and outcomes through superior data management and innovative solutions.🎙️⚕️ ABOUT Q-CENTRIXQ-Centrix is a leader in healthcare data management, offering the industry's first Enterprise Clinical Data Management (eCDM™) approach. This solution combines AI-driven technology with the largest team of clinical data experts and insights from over 1,200 healthcare partners. Q-Centrix addresses various clinical data needs—including oncology, cardiovascular, trauma, and research—enhancing quality measurement and improvement. Their eCDM™ methodology provides comprehensive data capture and integrity, transforming complex clinical information into actionable insights that improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and strategic growth for healthcare systems nationwide.GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media.

Discover how Kaleidoscope Bio's innovative software is reshaping R&D processes by seamlessly organizing projects, tracking key decisions, and managing experimental data across various tools and teams in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Steven Parrish, Chief Medical Information Officer at Dedalus, and Viti Handyside, Product Manager for ORBIS EMR at Dedalus, about how digital clinical solutions can impact clinician retention and recruitment. This special live recording touches on balancing clinical workflows with patient needs and provides insights into integrating AI, telehealth, and other technologies in healthcare. The episode also discusses the current challenges facing the healthcare workforce in Australia and worldwide.Key Takeaways:🗂️ Traditional EMRs can be cumbersome and need improvements to streamline clinician tasks and reduce redundant documentation.🤝 The alignment of clinician workflows with patient engagement can be supported by technology like AI, dashboards, and telehealth.🔗 Healthcare service fragmentation requires integrating in-person and virtual care for a cohesive system.🛠️ Effective training and customization of technology solutions are essential to suit clinical workflows.🗣️Involving clinicians and patients in discussions about technological advancements can ensure meaningful improvements.💼 Addressing clinician burnout through well-integrated technology solutions is necessary for improving job satisfaction and retention.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet-ups, special offers, and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

Laura Hilty has spent over 18 years working to improve the healthcare ecosystem, over 14 years of that in clinical research. She has held leadership roles spanning corporate strategy, M&A, product strategy, product management, and partnerships across stages from company start-up to scale, through Forte / Advarra and Epic. In this short discussion recorded at the Digital Health and AI Innovation Summit in Boston 2024, she explained a few tips companies can use to improve their product development.  Key points:  Collaboration and Deep Understanding: Startups must dive deep into understanding problems by engaging in extensive collaboration and interviewing diverse stakeholders. Conducting numerous conversations helps reveal recurring themes and deeper insights. Validation with Customers: Before advancing with a solution, startups should validate it with potential customers, ensuring they are willing to buy and clarifying how it fits into their workflows seamlessly. Active Listening and Detachment: Companies need to listen not just to respond but to truly understand customer pain points. This involves detaching from pre-conceived solutions and being open to honest, even critical, feedback. Balancing Customer Focus and Market Trends: While it’s crucial to address customer needs, startups must also maintain an external view to identify broader market trends and potential disruptions, avoiding tunnel vision on current customers. Learning from Failure: Product failure often stems from underestimating customer differences or lack of scalability. Proactively engaging with diverse customer types before development can prevent such issues. Challenges in Gathering Feedback: Many startups struggle to gather adequate feedback due to customer reluctance or limited outreach. Live conversations are more effective than surveys, and clarifying that feedback isn't tied to sales can improve engagement. Market Opportunities in Healthcare: There are unmet needs in system integration and leveraging research-naive physicians for clinical trials. Addressing these gaps, especially through innovation and collaboration, could significantly advance the industry. Website: www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

Joining me in person at HLTH in Las Vegas is Stephanie Lahr, MD, CHCIO, President of Artisight. Together, we explore groundbreaking innovations in healthcare like ambient listening and computer vision—technologies that are transforming clinical workflows, reducing provider burnout, and elevating patient care. Dr. Lahr offers her unique perspective on how AI-driven tools can tackle some of healthcare’s most critical challenges, enhancing experiences for both patients and clinicians. We also dive into essential topics like patient privacy, ethical considerations, and equity as these technologies advance. You won't want to miss this compelling conversation!

This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow’ Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: The future of healthcare delivery demands innovative solutions that maximize physician time and improve patient access. Dr. Lyle Berkowitz, CEO of KeyCare, is leading the charge for how health systems deliver virtual care nationwide. With over two decades of experience as a practicing physician, health system executive, and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Berkowitz brings unique insights into transforming healthcare delivery. As the founder of KeyCare, he's pioneering a new model of virtual care that leverages Epic's EMR platform to create seamless experiences for both providers and patients. While together, Dr. Berkowitz shares how he and his team are building a nationwide network of virtual providers and how KeyCare helps health systems expand access while reducing provider burden. Join us to discover how Dr. Berkowitz and the KeyCare team are bringing their vision to life by offering tech-enabled, team-based care to help reshape healthcare delivery. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Explains how KeyCare achieved one of Epic's fastest implementations by focusing exclusively on virtual care optimizationReveals that recent surveys show two-thirds of patients still prefer telehealth options for routine careIntroduces the concept of "virtualists" as a new specialty, similar to how hospitalists transformed inpatient careChallenges physician shortage assumptions, advocating for tech-enabled teams to expand patient accessEmphasizes how current physician payment models discourage innovation and team-based care approachesAbout our Guest: Lyle Berkowitz, MD, FACP, FHIMSS is a primary care physician, a healthcare innovator, a futurist, a digital health expert and a serial entrepreneur with a passion for creating real world solutions which improve the quality and efficiency of the healthcare system for both patients and physicians.Dr. Berkowitz is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KeyCare - a new type of virtual care partner designed to help health systems and others transform how they manage their populations. We do this by offering health systems access to a tech-enabled virtual care team that works on our telehealth-optimized instance of Epic. This allows health systems to augment their workforces and expand virtual care options while ensuring a consistent and high quality experience for their patients. Dr. Berkowitz also has a long history of helping healthcare systems, companies and investors rethink problems and solutions. Special areas of focus include innovation strategies and tactics, digital health technologies, workflow automation, telehealth, electronic medical record optimization, precision medicine, product design, physician leadership, change management, and disruptive thinking (so you can do it to yourself before someone else does it to you!).Links Supporting This Episode:KeyCare website: CLICK HEREDr. Lyle Berkowitz LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREKeyCare LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli...

All experts agree: if there's one sector that AI will transform, it's healthcare. Whether it's understanding pathologies, developing personalized treatments, the doctor-patient relationship, diagnostic methods, or creating tools to facilitate the work of healthcare professionals, everything is affected by the ongoing transformation! This revolution raises many expectations and questions about the real impact these new technologies will have on tomorrow's medicine. One of the leading figures in this movement on the international scene is none other than the French-American company Owkin, which aims to be "the first end-to-end AI biotech company," whose R&D activities are overseen by Jean-Philippe Vert, himself a true pioneer in the field of machine learning and computational biology. The first “AI-first” biotech company of its kind, bringing a breath of fresh air to an industry known for being extremely costly and time-consuming. So how does AI accelerate the development of new therapies? What is its role in identifying new molecules and targets? How can it be used to create new diagnostic tools? Can we leverage patient data without compromising their safety and privacy? And what can we expect from future models and their impact on our understanding of biology? These are all fascinating questions that Jean-Philippe breaks down with pedagogy and realism, shedding light on one of the most exciting fields of medicine in this era! Timeline: 04:21 - Jean-Philippe’s background at the interface of mathematics, computer science, and life sciences 07:10 - Owkin’s mission to become the first end-to-end AI biotech firm 09:48 - Leveraging AI for drug discovery and new treatment modalities 14:35 - Selecting target indications and therapeutic areas 17:13 - Changing the way we run clinical trials through AI 22:03 - Unlocking patient data across hospitals while preserving safety and privacy 25:40 - Developing AI-based diagnostics and driving clinical adoption 34:50 - Towards the first AI foundation model to understand biology What we also talked about with Jean-Philippe Google DeepMind Large Language Models (LLMs) Digital twins External control arms Federated learning Digital pathology MSIntuit CRC Bioptimus Neural networks As mentioned by Jean-Philippe during the episode, we recommend taking a look at Owkin and Bioptimus websites as well as their respective Publications & News section to learn more about their technology and stay posted on their latest activities. If you are a data scientist or machine learning enthusiast, you can tackle one of the many biology-related challenges proposed by Kaggle on their platform. To learn more about Owkin’s portfolio and the diversity of biomarkers and health conditions they cover, take a look at their Pipeline section. You can follow Owkin’s activities on LinkedIn, X, and YouTube, and Bioptimus on LinkedIn and X. To get in touch with Jean-Philippe, contact him over LinkedIn. If you want to give me feedback on the episode or suggest potential guests, contact me over LinkedIn or via email! And if you liked the episode, please share it, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a 5-star review on streaming platforms! 🙏 There’s now a bi-monthly newsletter around the podcast where you will be informed of the latest episodes and kept posted on the latest medical tech progress, subscribe here! Lastly, don’t forget to follow our activities on LinkedIn and our website!

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Title: Ebola, Bombs, and Migrants: A conversation with Dr. Joanne Liu Host: Ben Plumley Guest: Dr. Joanne Liu, Pediatric Emergency Physician and Former International President of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) Episode Summary: In this episode, Ben Plumley interviews Dr. Joanne Liu, a pediatric emergency physician from Montreal, Quebec, and former international president of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). Dr. Liu discusses her new book, "L’Ebola, les bombes et les migrants," which delves into the interconnected crises of pandemics, conflict, and migration. The conversation covers her experiences and insights from her tenure at MSF, the impact of global crises on public health, and the importance of recognizing our common humanity. Key Topics: Introduction to Dr. Joanne Liu: Her background as a pediatric emergency physician and former president of MSF. New Book Discussion: "L’Ebola, les bombes et les migrants" and its exploration of the polycrises of pandemics, conflict, and migration. Pandemic Preparedness: Reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of public health awareness, and the need for better preparedness for future pandemics. Climate Crisis: The impact of climate change on health and the emergence of new diseases. Migration: Dr. Liu's personal connection to migration, the challenges faced by migrants, and the need for a rights-based approach. Conflict and Health: The targeting of health facilities in conflicts, the importance of international humanitarian law, and the role of international institutions in addressing these issues. Call to Action: Dr. Liu emphasizes the need for individual and collective action to address global challenges and uphold our common humanity. Notable Quotes: "We need to recognize the humanity in the other person, the person we call other, because if we don't, we are denying our own humanity." "Wishful thinking is not a strategy, and it's not an operational plan." Production Team: Director and Producer: Erik Espera of NewsDoc Media Assistant Producer: Y-Isha Raphael Links: Link to Dr. Liu's book https://editionslibreexpression.groupelivre.com/products/lebola-les-bombes-et-les-migrants Connect with Us If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate us five stars, and share the conversation on global health equity. For more updates, follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Spotify. Facebook and Instagram: @ShotArmPodcast Youtube: www.youtube.com/@shotarmpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shotarmpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69XpqCLn9oL2yU3votRIlO?si=8c14b13f7b8b48b3

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Craig Tucker from Yooralla and Dr. Bryan Tan from Salesforce about Yooralla's digital transformation journey in the context of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and other sectors. This discussion explores the complexities of disability care, the challenges in regulatory compliance, and the role of technology as an enabler for clients and the workforce.This episode was recorded during Victorian Healthcare Week 2024 in Melbourne, Australia, capturing the dynamic and informative conversations at the event.Key Takeaways:Digital Transformation in Disability Care: Yooralla’s journey towards becoming more digitally eco-friendly is highlighted, showing how technology supports clients and workforce efficiency.Regulatory Environment and Compliance: The evolving regulatory requirements in the disability and aged care sectors necessitate agile and scalable tech solutions to ensure compliance and improve service delivery.Use of Salesforce Platform: Yooralla leverages Salesforce to manage back-office processes and enable front-facing digital tools for clients and staff.Importance of Data Quality: Emphasis on ensuring data governance and the ethical use of data to support AI-driven decisions in client care.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.Loving the show? Leave us a review and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet ups, special offers, and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

Healthfirst, myPlace Health and Wellsky share their successful strategies for reducing readmissions, improving health outcomes and reducing costs through post-acute and home care.   Topics covered include: Building your provider partnerships beyond the traditional transition of care program Reducing readmissions among higher-risk Medicare Advantage members?  Ensuring members receive high-quality home health care after being discharged from skilled nursing facilities, and what made this approach stand out in terms of impact Susan J. Beane, MD FACP, Executive Medical Director, Health System Transformation, Healthfirst Robert Schreiber, MD, Vice President & National Medical Director, myPlace Health Andy Eilert, President, Payer & Emerging Markets, WellSky Bios: https://www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com/events/how-to-create-more-bright-spots-in-post-acute-and-home-care/   This episode is sponsored by Wellsky WellSky is one of America’s largest and most innovative healthcare technology companies leading the movement for intelligent, coordinated care. Our proven software, analytics, and services power better outcomes and lower costs for stakeholders across the health and community care continuum. In today’s value-based care environment, WellSky helps providers, payers, health systems, and community organizations scale processes, improve collaboration for growth, harness the power of data analytics, and achieve better outcomes by further connecting clinical and social care. WellSky serves more than 20,000 client sites — including the largest hospital systems, blood banks, cell therapy labs, home health and hospice franchises, post-acute providers, government agencies, and human services organizations. Informed by more than 40 years of providing software and expertise, WellSky anticipates clients’ needs and innovates relentlessly to build healthy, thriving communities.

Send us a textWith the election decided and over, Americans are looking at Republicans to make good on their campaign promises.One important promise to voters was to make America healthy again.But what does this agenda entail?And what impacts can we expect to see in healthcare?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll discuss the framework of Make America Healthy Again, covering what they have right, what they have wrong, and how it is set to change healthcare.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk and get on your way to being your best self.As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided.TOPICS(0:32) Sponsorship(1:59) Positives of Make America Healthy Again(3:31) Examining Chronic Disease Rates(4:54) Framework of Chronic Diseases(5:56) Health Policies on Pollution(7:02) The Gun Safety Epidemic(8:08) Government Regulations and Health Track Record(9:16) Contradictions in Make America Healthy Again(12:04) Hope for Change in American Healthcare🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media.

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Ruby Hartley speaks with Sarah Weller from Movember, Professor Bogda Koczwara from Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer, and Cindy Toms from Cancer Australia about the importance of integrating patient feedback into cancer care through advanced health technology. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by the Pan Cancer initiative, focusing on data standardisation, interoperability, and the role of patient-reported outcomes in enhancing cancer treatment.Key Takeaways:Effective cancer treatment needs technology capable of managing longitudinal data across various healthcare providers and systems over extended periods.The interoperability of patient-reported outcomes is key to comparing care quality among different health settings and improving targeted care delivery.The Pan Cancer initiative aims to standardise and unify data collection nationwide, addressing differences in jurisdictional technologies and infrastructures.Future healthcare scenarios envision real-time feedback on patient outcomes, providing immediate care adjustments for better management.National benchmarking could help identify high-risk populations, guiding targeted training and better medication accessibility.The initiative by Movember aims to standardise patient-reported outcomes across cancer types in Australia, facilitating improved healthcare systems and decision-making processes.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet-ups, special offers, and more exclusive content. For more information, visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus.

Episode Highlights: Mindy Henderson, a powerful advocate for disability rights and the Director & Editor-In-Chief of MDA's Quest Media. Mindy shares her journey of breaking barriers in the skies, working tirelessly to make air travel more accessible for wheelchair users and the broader disability community. She delves into practical tips for navigating travel with a wheelchair-using child, explains the importance of universal design, and discusses how sharing your story can be a catalyst for change. Mindy also talks about her book, The Truth About Things That Suck, and the role of mindset in overcoming adversity. Packed with inspiration and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make the world more accessible, one step—or one flight—at a time. Links: Connect with Mindy Henderson on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile Learn more about MDA Quest: mdaquest.org Mindy's book - The Truth About Things That Suck: Amazon Link Tammy Duckworth - Every Day is a Gift: Amazon Link Get Involved and Take Action: Share your story on social media to raise awareness. Join disability advocacy groups to support accessible travel policies. Tune in and join us in supporting accessible, inclusive travel! Airplane Travel Tips from a One Million Mile Traveler The recent passage of the FAA Reauthorization Act

This short discussion with Rachel Dunscombe, CEO of openEHR International Foundation, was recorded in Reading at the first openEHR Annual conference. Rachel Dunscombe discussed trends in data standards and the importance of structured data for the future development of AI. Recap of the discussion: Historical Context and Progress in Data Standards: Thirty years ago, the "Good European Healthcare Record" initiative aimed to create a standardized European healthcare record. How does it relate to EHDS and efforts for single patient records on European level. Unlike the past, today's digital landscape and AI advancements underscore the importance of standardized, actionable data for remote care and patient self-management. Collaboration Among Standards Bodies: Recent years have seen increased cooperation among standards organizations like FHIR, OpenEHR, and SNOMED, with a focus on complementing rather than duplicating efforts. Standards bodies are now defining clearer roles and working together toward a unified goal of improving healthcare outcomes. Need for Practical Implementation and Governance: Effective implementation of standards requires practical guides for healthcare systems, developed collaboratively by standards bodies. Open, democratic communities with strong governance are essential to ensure diverse input and practical guidance for using standards effectively. AI and Data Quality: Good data quality is foundational for effective AI in healthcare; without it, AI solutions cannot achieve optimal results. Standards are crucial for creating "trustworthy" AI and have been discussed at forums like the United Nations, emphasizing the need for global alignment on data standards. Future Goals and Global Standards: Continued development of clear, internationally recognized standards will support interoperability and innovation in healthcare, including AI-driven solutions. Guidelines from standards bodies are anticipated to help healthcare systems apply data standards cohesively for population health benefits. Resources and Engagement: The podcast "Faces of Digital Health" and its associated newsletter discuss these topics, offering updates on trends and insights in healthcare digitalization and standards. www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

Happy #WorldKindnessDay and welcome to another episode (#153) of #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy. 🎙 Today Jim Joyce and I welcomed the fascinating Brian Murphy, Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer of Cumulus Neuroscience. Brian’s journey is a blend of global exploration, multidisciplinary brilliance and a mission to revolutionize brain health measurement. We discussed his path from cognitive neuroscience to founding a company tackling some of healthcare’s toughest challenges. Key topics and nuggets of wisdom: 🧠 Objective measurement of brain and mental health 🌟 The role of scalable, non-invasive technologies in trials 🌍 Global experience fuels multidisciplinary innovation 🎯 “Precision tools can transform clinical trial outcomes Fun mentions as always: Liam Kaufman Caramazza Alfonso #BrainHealth #DigitalBiomarkers #NeuroscienceInnovation #CognitiveHealth #DigitalHealth #CumulusNeuroscience

This week's episode is fresh from the high-energy HLTH Conference in sunny Las Vegas.  Today’s guest is Vijayashree Natarajan from Omega Healthcare. Vijayashree discusses the next big leap in AI—“agentic AI” or “AI for AI.” She dives into how this revolutionary approach empowers AI systems to act independently and adapt, leading to breakthroughs across the healthcare ecosystem. From transforming revenue cycle management to making care more accessible and personal, Vijayashree's ideas on agentic AI promise a new perspective on AI's possibilities.  So, grab your favorite tea and join us as we explore the future of healthcare with a tech trailblazer paving the way.

Send us a textThere’s no shortage of data in healthcare.But when it comes to deeper insights into patients’ futures and provider costs, the industry is sorely lacking.Is it possible to unlock this data and create both better patient outcomes and more profits for providers?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Brad Bostic, chairman and CEO of Hc1, dives into the role of diagnostic testing labs and the ability to turn them into strategic assets by identify risks before they become dangerous and costly problems.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk and get on your way to being your best self.As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided.🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. 🎙️⚕️ ABOUT BRAD BOSTICFor 25 years, Brad Bostic has led and invested in high-growth tech companies. Driven to improve patient care, he founded hc1 to enable precise diagnoses and treatments through optimized lab testing. Under his leadership, hc1 grew from a startup to a global leader, analyzing lab data for over 260 million patients using AI. Recognized for his transformational leadership, Brad has significantly enhanced enterprise value and was named "2020 Dynamic Business Leader of the Year" by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and a “Top Entrepreneur” by Becker’s Healthcare.🎙️⚕️ ABOUT HC1Founded in 2011, hc1 leverages lab data to generate actionable insights that enhance patient care, streamline lab operations, and reduce costs. Today, hc1 processes data for over 90 million patients, managing 30 billion clinical transactions monthly on its secure AWS-powered platform. Their solutions, including hc1 Performance Analytics™ and PrecisionDx Advisor™, enable labs to optimize testing and treatment decisions. With its 2024 acquisition of Accumen, hc1 now offers comprehensive solutions to transform labs into strategic assets for health systems, driving precision diagnostics and improved outcomes.GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media.

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with key leaders from Oracle Health during the Oracle Health Collaboration Forum 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. The episode features conversations with Shanna Adamic, Executive Director of the Oracle Health Foundation; Sam Lambson, Vice President of Interoperability at Oracle Health; and Philip Loya, Lead Business Developer and Market Strategist at Oracle Health. They talk about a range of topics, including eliminating healthcare barriers for children worldwide, the importance of data integration for patient care, the challenges of achieving global interoperability, and how Oracle Health is localising its capabilities to meet the needs of the Australian healthcare ecosystem.Key TakeawaysShanna Adamic:Shanna shares her personal health journey, including her battle with a life-threatening brain tumour, and how it has influenced her work at the Oracle Health Foundation.The Oracle Health Foundation’s mission to remove healthcare barriers for children worldwide, providing essential medical support to those in need.Sam Lambson:The ongoing challenges of achieving interoperability in healthcare, particularly regarding data sharing across systems.The potential role of a national Health Information Exchange (HIE) strategy in addressing interoperability issues in Australia.Philip Loya:The importance of technology in simplifying healthcare processes, enabling clinicians to focus more on patient care.The impact of localising Oracle Health’s capabilities to improve healthcare infrastructure in Australia.Timestamps[00:01:23] - Shanna Adamic discusses her health journey and the Oracle Health Foundation.[00:08:56] - Sam Lambson talks about interoperability challenges and solutions.[00:19:59] - Philip Loya on technology’s role in healthcare and localising solutions for Australia.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet-ups, special offers, and more exclusive content. For more information, visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus.

In this discussion, strategist, and applied health futurist Zayna Khayat explores the evolution of healthcare, particularly the shift towards home-based care and patient empowerment. Key themes include: Language in Healthcare: Khayat stresses the need for a language shift to change mindsets in healthcare, highlighting that words shape reality. She proposes retiring overused terms like “innovation,” “patient-centered,” and “telemedicine,” advocating instead for more precise language that reflects modern, patient-empowering approaches. Technology in Care Delivery: Khayat is excited about how AI and virtual reality (VR) are transforming healthcare. She sees AI as instrumental in reducing clinician workload by handling repetitive cognitive tasks, while VR is proving beneficial in medical training and therapies like pain and anxiety management. Shift to Home and Virtual Care: Drawing on her experience in home-based chemotherapy, Khayat discusses the challenges of moving healthcare out of hospitals, from reimbursement to infrastructure limitations. She emphasizes that many patients would prefer home care if given the choice, but practical barriers like resource availability and payment models persist. Diverse Aging Models: Khayat challenges the idea of care homes as a one-size-fits-all solution, advocating for diverse models tailored to individual preferences and cultural values. She highlights that community-based models, like those in Denmark and Japan, provide alternatives to institutional care, supporting aging in place. Value-Based Care and Accountability: Khayat encourages healthcare organizations to focus on results rather than processes. She advocates for outcome-based payment models, where organizations are compensated for results, pushing them to prioritize patient outcomes. This approach, she argues, would foster a value-driven healthcare system. www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

In this special bonus episode, we’re thrilled to introduce Consumer Health Partnerships, the latest addition to the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network. Hosted by Shelley Thomson and produced in collaboration with the Patient Experience Agency, this new podcast is all about meaningful, patient-driven change in healthcare.Consumer Health Partnerships is designed for healthcare professionals who are committed to putting patients at the centre of care. Each episode dives into how co-designing healthcare with consumers can lead to more impactful and compassionate care. Shelley and her guests—leaders, innovators, and advocates—explore what it means to collaborate with patients in building a system that serves everyone more effectively.Episode 1: Empowering Youth Voices in Healthcare 🎙In the debut episode, Shelley speaks with Jorja Campbell and Brianna McCoola from Queensland Health. Together, they discuss the creation of a “Practice Guide to Adolescent and Young Adult Care” and highlight the benefits of bringing young voices into healthcare design. Through flexible and meaningful engagement, they’ve co-created a guide that reflects the real needs and experiences of young people in the healthcare system.Who should listen?This podcast is essential listening for digital health professionals, clinicians, practice managers, and health leaders looking to integrate patient insights into their work. If you’re keen on improving services and building trust with patients, Consumer Health Partnerships offers practical strategies and inspiring stories to get you there.💡 Don’t miss out—subscribe to Consumer Health Partnerships on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/consumer-health-partnerships/id1755798972?itscg=30200&itsct=podcast_box&ls=1&mttnsubad=1755798972Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VmBBlTqIVkRefaDWPmJ3L?si=3cd63647368146be&nd=1&dlsi=ea80333fdeb54143 Patient Experience Agency Website: https://www.patientexperienceagency.com.au/podcastThis show is part of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, offering the latest in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, and more. Discover the network at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network.

This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow’ Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: How can we reimagine diabetes management to make it more personalized, intuitive, and effective? Our next guest, Matthew Tremellen, is tackling this challenge as CEO and Founder of DiabeticU. Driven by his family's 30-year journey with diabetes and his own diagnosis, Matthew experienced firsthand the complexities and gaps in diabetes care. Today, he's leading DiabeticU in creating a comprehensive platform that combines CGM data, personalized meal plans, exercise guidance, and AI-powered insights- all in one place. Join us to discover how DiabeticU is transforming diabetes care by connecting patients with certified educators, leveraging cutting-edge technology, and building an ecosystem that empowers individuals to take control of their health journey. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Learn how Matthew's personal experience with diabetes - through his father's battle, brother's diagnosis, and his own journey - inspired DiabeticU's creation.Discover DiabeticU's market validation process, starting with 30-40 personal contacts and scaling to a social media campaign that generated 900+ interested users.Explore the platform's comprehensive features integrating CGM data, 300+ health devices, personalized plans, and healthcare provider reports.Understand how DiabeticU's AI capabilities, including conversational support and smart eating assistance, set it apart in the market.Hear about DiabeticU's strategic launch plan, starting with a 5,000-user beta program while pursuing healthcare partnerships and raising funds. About our Guest: Matthew Tremellen is the CEO and Founder of DiabeticU, a healthtech startup focused on revolutionizing diabetes management through personalized tools and cutting-edge technology. His mission is to create innovative solutions that simplify diabetes care and improve health outcomes for millions of people. With over 15 years of leadership experience, Matthew is passionate about scaling impactful businesses that make healthcare more accessible.As a visionary in healthtech, Matthew has led multiple initiatives that have driven strategic growth, built high-performance teams, and developed groundbreaking platforms. He is committed to leveraging technology and personalized care solutions to transform diabetes management, making it more intuitive and effective for users around the world. Through DiabeticU, Matthew aims to reshape how people live with and manage diabetes, empowering them to lead healthier lives with confidence.Links Supporting This Episode: DiabeticU website: CLICK HEREMatthew Tremellen LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREDiabeticU LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter:

Ben Plumley sits down with Dr. Benjamin LaBrot to discuss innovation and equity in global health diagnostics, focusing on diagnostics' pivotal role in addressing HIV Disease. The conversation covers key themes in diagnostic integration, barriers in middle-income countries, and the critical role of diagnostics in disease prevention and management for other conditions as well, like hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Host: Ben Plumley, Global Health Strategist Guest: Dr. Benjamin LaBrot, Physician and Global Health Advocate, Roche Diagnostics Key Topics Covered Diagnostics and Patient Empowerment Diagnostics are essential for individual treatment and monitoring, especially for diseases like HIV. LaBrot emphasizes that diagnostics need to evolve to provide integrated testing options for a holistic patient approach. Integration in Global Health Services Dr. LaBrot highlights the need for integrated diagnostic services to reduce fragmentation in healthcare, where separate tests for HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB are offered. This integration can streamline diagnosis and improve patient care, particularly in low-resource settings. Middle-Income Country Challenges Middle-income countries feel underserved in global health funding and support, often excluded from international resources aimed at lower-income nations. Dr. LaBrot advocates for a more inclusive funding approach, arguing these countries have the infrastructure to maximize benefits from increased diagnostic support. Advances in Diagnostic Technology Dr. LaBrot shares how innovative approaches like plasma data separation cards offer practical solutions for remote and low-resource settings, enabling stable blood sample transport without refrigeration. This innovation bridges the gap between point-of-care testing and lab-based diagnostics, crucial for rural and underserved areas. The Role of Influencers and Education in Health Communication Both Ben Plumley and Dr. LaBrot stress the importance of reaching patients through trusted community influencers and digital platforms. Highlighting Panama’s COVID-19 communication strategy, they underscore how trusted leaders and influencers can combat misinformation and promote health education effectively. Memorable Quotes “In a fragmented healthcare system, diagnostics integration is not just optimal; it’s essential for the effectiveness of any treatment.” - Dr. Ben LaBrot “Middle-income countries feel left out—too well-off to receive international aid but lacking resources to implement comprehensive healthcare.” - Dr. Ben LaBrot Connect with Us If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate us five stars, and share the conversation on global health equity. For more updates, follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Spotify. Facebook and Instagram: @ShotArmPodcast Youtube: www.youtube.com/@shotarmpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shotarmpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69XpqCLn9oL2yU3votRIlO?si=8c14b13f7b8b48b3 Website: www.ashotinthearmpodcast.com Production Team Produced by Erik Espera (NewsDoc Media)  Assistant Producer: Y-Isha Rafael