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Digital Health and Health Tech Podcasts

Emerging Medtech Today

Hear from the innovators and investors building breakthrough businesses that are moving medtech forward, presented by the team at the epicenter of the industry.

AWS Health Innovation Podcast

Amazon Web Services showcases startups that are advancing healthcare & life science by leveraging cloud computing technology.

Know Stroke Podcast

Empowering stroke survivors and their care teams to take control of life after stroke.

Up Next for Patient Safety

Untangling the Paths to Safer Health Care

Impulse – Meeting Healthcare Pioneers

The podcast that democratizes medical technology and meets the people who are transforming this field.

Hello Healthcare

Let's create a better future within healthcare.

A Shot in the Arm Podcast with Ben Plumley

A podcast about exploring innovation and equity in global health

Fempower Health

Empowering women to be the CEO of their Health

Day Zero

Exploring the Entrepreneurial Journey of Healthcare Founders.

CareTalk Podcast

Incisive debate on healthcare policy and politics - a no B.S. insider’s view of what works and what doesn’t in American healthcare.

Once Upon A Gene

True stories of raising rare kiddos

Bright Spots in Healthcare

Find a bright spot ... and clone it!

Passionate Pioneers with Mike Biselli

Conversations with the innovators, game changers, and PIONEERS who are deeply passionate and relentless in solving the problems that our world is facing!

Talking HealthTech

Discussions with doctors, developers and decision-makers in Australian HealthTech

DOCSF – Digital Orthopaedics Conference San Francisco

Bridging the worlds of digital health and clinical orthopaedics to catalyze the adoption of technology in musculoskeletal care

The Huddle: Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team

Conversations with the Diabetes Care Team

Faces of Digital Health

A podcast about digital health and how healthcare systems adopt technologies.

DTx Podcast with Eugene Borukhovich

Part of Digital Health Today

Digital Health 101

This podcast dives into the organizational and structural requirements for successful transformation to a new health paradigm.

Digital Health Today – Asia Pacific Edition with Tony Estrella

Join host Tony Estrella in Singapore as he speaks to leaders and organizations driving health innovation and transformation in Asia Pacific.

Digital Health Today 360° with Dan Kendall

Digital Health Today features the innovators, leaders and pioneers transforming health and wellness.

Shot of Digital Health Therapy

Meticulously Unproduced - by Eugene Borukhovich and Jim Joyce

Health Unchained

Health Unchained hosts conversations with blockchain/healthcare professionals who are disrupting the health industry.

Latest Episodes

400 – Perfecting Patient Flow & Optimising Hospital Operations. Nick White & Kaye Hocking, Alcidion

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Nick White and Kaye Hocking from Alcidion. Together, they delve into the topic of improving patient care and streamlining healthcare journeys. They emphasise the importance of prioritising clinician and patient needs before integrating technology, focusing on data liberation and technology support for clinical workflow. The conversation covers patient flow management, the value of data integration and interoperability in healthcare, and the potential of artificial intelligence in predicting demand and capacity mismatches in patient flow.Key Takeaways:Understanding patient flow as managing care delivery for individual patients and across the systemImportance of prioritising clinician and patient needs before integrating technologyTailoring patient flow solutions to different hospital settings for optimising patient journey and experienceBenefits of optimising length of stay for patients and addressing patient discharge planningThe impact of digital solutions on bed management, handover preparation time, and administrative burden on cliniciansThe potential of artificial intelligence and natural language processing in patient flow solutionsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[3:30] Kaye Hocking explains the concept of patient flow management and its significance in healthcare[9:20] Nick White emphasizes the importance of prioritizing clinician and patient needs before integrating technology[15:45] Discussion on tailoring patient flow solutions to different hospital settings[21:10] Exploring the challenges in patient allocation and the impact of technology on managing patient information[30:05] Importance of data integration and interoperability in healthcare and patient care delivery[35:40] The benefits of optimising length of stay for patients and the potential of artificial intelligence in predicting demand and capacity mismatchesCheck 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, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus
December 4, 2023
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399 – Doing Less With More: Waste In Health Research & Why Recruitment Matters. Anthony Murray, Opyl & Bio NSW

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Anthony Murray, Head of Growth at Opyl, joins host Peter Birch to discuss the revolution of health research and clinical trials through the use of digital-focused recruitment platform Opin, and AI-driven Analysis Portal, Trial Key. They delve into the current challenges and opportunities in health research, including the barriers to clinical trial participation, the importance of patient advocacy groups, and the role of technology in improving clinical trial recruitment and efficiency.Key Takeaways:Use of Digital Channels for Clinical Trial Recruitment: Using digital channels like social media, search engines, and online platforms for patient recruitment beyond the traditional methods.Importance of Patient Advocacy Groups: The importance of patient advocacy groups in connecting individuals to health research and clinical trials, as well as supporting research advocacy.Accessibility and Inclusivity in Health Research: The need to address the barriers of medical and digital literacy, language, accessibility, and diversity to ensure inclusivity in health research participation.Co-Design and Collaboration: The significance of co-design and collaboration between researchers, sponsors, and participants to create meaningful and inclusive clinical trials that represent the diversity of the population.Timestamps:[00:00] - Introduction [01:21] - Meet Anthony Murray[02:24] The statistical risk behind health research and the traditional methods of finding volunteers for clinical trials.[04:46] Advantages of messaging beyond patient lists and the role of technology in expanding referral networks for clinical trial participation.[07:42] Importance of considering lived experience and the challenges related to medical and digital literacy in clinical trial communication.[09:09] Trends in the number of clinical trials in Australia and the barriers to participation, including language, accessibility, and diversity.[11:21] Launch of the world's first registry with accessible language to facilitate clinical trial search and participation.[13:17] Importance of co-design and diversity in clinical trials and the challenges of accessibility and inclusivity.[:15:12] Collaboration with Bio New South Wales and the focus on commercialization and support for healthcare innovators.[17:51] The role of Opyl in connecting to patient advocacy groups and building digital hubs for education on health research participation.Access the full episode article 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 and more exclusive content. For more information, visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus.
December 3, 2023
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Pioneering Personalized Allergy Relief with Shani Bocian

This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Catalyst. To virtually tour Catalyst and claim your space on campus, or host an upcoming event: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: During this episode, we spend time with Shani Bocian, founder and CEO of Allermi, an innovative telehealth startup aiming to improve the lives of allergy sufferers through personalized prescription nasal sprays. Born from Shani’s mission to enhance the health of others and her father’s 30 years of allergy research at Stanford University, Allermi provides customized relief by combining medications to target individual symptoms.While together, Shani explains how Allermi’s approach helps chronic allergy patients who struggled with over-the-counter options and brings specialized care to those unable to access in-person allergists. We also explore Allermi’s rocketship growth, serving thousands of customers in just one year, and how Shani is taking the company to the next level.With an unrelenting focus on patients’ allergy health, Shani and Allermi team are pioneering much-needed innovation in a $15 billion industry. Join us as she shares her vision for leading change in allergy care nationwide. Let’s go!Episode Highlights:Origins: Allermi was born from Shani's father, Dr. Robert Bocian's 30 years of allergy research and "potions" at Stanford to provide better reliefCustomized Care: Personalized multi-ingredient nasal sprays target individual symptoms vs one-size-fits-all over-the-counter optionsTelehealth Innovation: On-demand virtual allergist appointments increase access and care nationwideRocketship Growth: Served over 15,000 customers in just the first year since launchingFunding The Future: Recently closed a $7.5 million seed round to fuel further expansion About our Guest: Shani Bocian is the visionary founder and CEO of Allermi, a groundbreaking telehealth startup based in San Francisco that aims to improve the lives of chronic and seasonal allergy sufferers with personalized prescription nasal sprays. Founded in 2021, Allermi has quickly garnered attention and funding for its innovative approach to combating allergy symptoms.Born and raised in Palo Alto, California, Shani’s family has a background in the medical field and her father, Robert Bocian, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, is a Professor of Allergy-Immunology at Stanford University. Her father’s expertise and passion for helping patients with rhinitis and hay fever served as the catalyst for Allermi’s creation.With Shani’s mission to help people improve their health and her father’s decades of clinical experience, Allermi became a family endeavor. They assembled a team of dedicated professionals, including six full-time employees on the operational side and approximately 20 licensed physicians providing telehealth services across all 50 states.Links Supporting This Episode:Allermi Website: CLICK HEREShani Bocian LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREAllermi Twitter page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK...
December 3, 2023
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The Power of Podcasts

In a rare moment of navel-gazing, Ben catches up with friend of the pod Anto Neosoul - host of the Unlock Your Soul Podcast, and Nya Mona Muchemi - host of the hit podcast AfriWetu on how podcasting is democratizing content-creation, challenging harmful social attitudes and practices, and fighting back against misinformation that clutters too much of our digital feeds these days. Unlock Your Soul Podcast https://linktr.ee/unlockyoursoulpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6fab4516-7486-42c0-8833-59512c08ae61 AfriWetu https://linktr.ee/afriwetu?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9bfae089-edbd-4d3d-9e69-20c32d592c5a A Shot In the Arm Podcast https://www.ashotinthearmpodcast.com Directed and produced by Nick Mutuma at Giraffe @shotbygiraffe. Executive Producer Erik Espera of NewsDocMedia https://newsdocmedia.com #podcasts #kenyanpodcasters #africanpodcasts #podcastcreation #africanpov #localstorytelling #uncensoredstorytelling#africanhistory #truthtopower
December 3, 2023
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Are Men Still the Providers in 21st century Kenya?

Y-Isha Raphael asks two young Kenyan content creators how gender social norms are changing in a rapidly-evolving world of instagram and TikTok after COVID lockdowns. And they ask the tough question: are men really still the providers in 21st century Kenya? Y-Isha Raphael @shesinprogress.sa Claudia naisabwa @Claudia_naisabwa Narayan mbugua @_na.rayan _ This podcast was recorded at Shujaaz as part of a collaboration with the Global Listening Project and LVCT Health, with funding from The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It was produced and directed by Nick Mutuma and the team at Giraffe @shotbygiraffe https://global-listening.org https://www.shujaazinc.com https://lvcthealth.org https://www.ashotinthearmpodcast.com #menaretheproviders #mentalhealth #kenyayouth #giraffe #shujaazkenya #contentcreation #youthledstories #kenyacontent #storytelling #sprinklesprinkle #nairobiyouth #nairobicontent #socialnorms #genderstereotypes #nairobiinfluencer
December 3, 2023
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Upside Down: How AI Changed Healthcare in 2023

Generative AI is making waves in healthcare, with an already visible impact in documentation and potential in drug development, medicine, care, and more. With 2023 nearing its end, it's time to reflect on the impact of AI in 2023. This episode offers: 🔍 A recap of AI innovation in healthcare in the past year, 🔎 What has realistically changed in clinical practice, 🔍 Where are the practical applications of AI and LLMs in healthcare, 🔎 How is AI regulated so far and what are the upcoming changes, 🔍 What can we expect in the upcoming years? Speakers: 👉 Shweta Maniar, Director of Global Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Strategy at Google, 👉 Rachel Dunscombe, CEO of openEHR International Foundation, 👉 Kira Radinsky, CEO & CTO at Diagnostic Robotics, 👉 Harvey Castro, MD, MBA., Clinician, Healthcare Futurist, Public Speaker See the video recording if this live stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/Aul1vm2lUzQ?si=RBS9RG4hHRZRqxBU Check out the newsletter for the summary which will be published soon: https://fodh.substack.com/ www.facesofdigitalhealth.com
December 1, 2023
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Is Medicare Advantage Fit For Cancer Patients?

Choosing between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage is hard, but the stakes are even higher for cancer patients. Does the flexibility to choose any hospital or doctor under traditional Medicare outweigh Medicare Advantage’s enhanced benefits like dental, vision and OTC drugs?In this episode of CareTalk, John and David weigh the pros and cons of Medicare Advantage for cancer patients.TOPICS(01:52) How Medicare Works(03:17) What is Medicare Advantage?(04:12) Traditional Medicare vs Medicare Advantage(06:01) Access to Specialized Cancer Care(08:30) Importance of Cancer Research Centers  (12:32) Drug Coverage Differences(16:30) Switching Medicare Plans(18:29) Weighing Cancer RiskGET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterShop official CareTalk merchFOLLOW CARETALKSpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsFollow us on LinkedIn#healthcare #healthcarepolicy #healthcarebusiness #healthcaretechnology #medicareadvantage #medicare #healthinsurance #oncologySupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing
December 1, 2023
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Sharing the Mic with Frontline AIDS: Who Keeps Governments Accountable?

To coincide with World AIDS Day 2023, we’re sharing the mic with Frontline AIDS, and Ben is joined by Leora Pillay, Head of HIV Prevention Advocacy and two of its national partners, Dr Lilian Mwakyosi, co-founder of Dare For Progress in Tanzania and Simon Sikwese, Executive Director of Pakachere IHDC in Malawi to discuss newly published accountability reports demonstrating both how communities keep country leaders accountable, and the key roles communities play in ensuring HIV services reach the people most in need. https://frontlineaids.org https://www.dareforprogress.org https://www.pakachere.org https://unaids.org/en #HIV #AIDS #Prevention #Accountability #community 
December 1, 2023
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398 – Celebrating the Brilliant Women in Digital Health in 2023 – Telstra Health

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch dives into the world of digital health innovation and recognition at the Telstra Health Brilliant Women in Digital Health Awards. He is joined by guests Sonika Tyagi, Arcot Sowmya, Frances Kay-Lambkin, and Kate Taylor, who share their experiences, insights, and challenges in the field. From the importance of collaboration and data analysis to the significance of purpose-driven work and the need for diversity in the tech industry, this episode highlights the incredible contributions made by women in digital health.Key Takeaways:👩‍⚕️ Developing healthtech solutions that seamlessly integrate into the workflow of users and require minimal additional effort is a major focus.🤝 Collaboration, teamwork, and a shared purpose are critical to unlock the potential of digital technologies in healthcare.🔍 Building trust and strong relationships with stakeholders is essential for creating evidence-based and trusted solutions.💡 Understanding the needs of the person being helped and maintaining human connection are important in driving innovation.🎓 Providing direction, opportunities, and motivation to students in the university context is crucial for fostering the next generation of digital health professionals.🔮 Anticipating future demands and staying ahead of healthcare trends is essential for long-term success.👏Recognising and celebrating the contributions of entire teams in research and development is just as important as individual recognition.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, quarterly summits, and more exclusive content. For more information, visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus.
November 30, 2023
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A Leap of Faith – Rare Disease Moms on the Bittersweet Joy of New Babies

ONCE UPON A GENE - EPISODE 209 A Leap of Faith - Rare Disease Moms on the Bittersweet Joy of New Babies I'm joined by two new, rare moms, Emily and Katie, to discuss the topic of having additional children after you've had a child with a rare disease.  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS How did your experience with your first born children's genetic conditions shake your hopes and fears about having a second child?  Once you connect with the rare disease world and learn about all of the rare disease possibilities, you know rare isn't so rare. The second pregnancy is different because you're aware of the chance that something can happen more than once and your eyes are open to the potential outcomes. Does having the knowledge the second time take away from the joy? It definitely does. We had genetic testing done on our second child and it was terrifying until we got results. Throughout the entire pregnancy, I didn't feel safe.  Did you wish you had a typical experience and did you feel bad for feeling that way? You expect challenges to happen again, and it's a self-preservation mentality, not wanting to set yourself up to be disappointed. I do feel guilty about wanting a typical parenting experience, but that's what everyone wants. That's not to say that you don't love and appreciate your parenting experience with your child who has disabilities. We don't want to see our children suffer and we don't want to suffer as parents.  What is your best advice for families thinking about having another child? It's important for parents to acknowledge all of their feelings and the complexities of their feelings. It's complicated, so reach out to other people you know who have been through it. Talking to others will help to solidify your decision to continue growing your family, despite how terrifying it might feel.   CONNECT WITH KATIE A Very Rare Adventure https://averyrareadventure.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/averyrareadventure CONNECT WITH EMILY Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emily_amerson_/ LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED ONCE UPON A GENE - EPISODE 151 - Rare Friends Forever - Hanging Out and Showing Some Love to Brene Brown with Katie Lloyd and Adam Johnson https://effieparks.com/podcast/episode-151-rare-friends-forever ONCE UPON A GENE - Episode 125 - A Very Rare and Very Real Adventure with DeSanto-Shinawi Syndrome Mom and Author of a Very Rare Adventure Katie Lloyd https://effieparks.com/podcast/episode-125-katie-lloyd ONCE UPON A GENE - EPISODE 205 - Mastering the Art of the Supermarket Answer When Someone Asks, How Are You with Jennifer Siedman https://effieparks.com/podcast/episode-205-mastering-the-art-of-the-supermarket-answer CONNECT WITH EFFIE PARKS Website https://effieparks.com/ Twitter https://twitter.com/OnceUponAGene Instagram https://www.instagram.com/onceuponagene.podcast/?hl=en Built Ford Tough Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1877643259173346/
November 30, 2023
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#72, Finding Needles Instead of Building Bigger Haystacks, Transforming Clinical Trials with Wout Brusselaers from Deep 6 AI

In this episode, Wout Brusselaers, CEO & Founder of Deep 6 AI, shares how their AI technology is revolutionizing patient recruitment for clinical trials, shaping the future of research.
November 28, 2023
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Ep79: Learning Critical Skills Through Immersive Experience: Utilizing VR Therapy for Adolescent Autism Spectrum Disorder

In this episode, we hear from Vijay Ravindran, founder and CEO of Floreo. Floreo allows therapy to be more engaging and happen anywhere, assisting people in practicing critical social skills at their own pace through immersive experiences, starting with adolescent Autism spectrum disorder. In this episode, we cover: The founding story of Floreo Market for autism and neurodiversity The child and caregiver experience using Floreo Funding journey and key milestones User and caregiver experience using Floreo Scientific hypothesis and evidence generation journey Scaling virtual reality in healthcare Guest Links and Resources: Connect with Vijay Ravindran on LinkedIn Visit floreovr.com Host Links: Connect with Eugene Borukhovich: Twitter | LinkedIn Connect with Chandana Fitzgerald, MD: Twitter | LinkedIn Connect with YourCoach.health: Website | Twitter Check out Shot of Digital Health with Eugene and Jim Joyce: Website | Podcast App HealthXL: Website | Twitter | Join an Event Digital Therapeutics Podcast would not be possible without the support of leading DTx organizations. Thank you to: > Presenting Partner: Amalgam Rx > Contributing Partners and Sponsors: LSI | Bayer G4A | Lindus Health Follow Digital Health Today: Browse Episodes | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Follow Health Podcast Network: Browse Shows | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
November 28, 2023
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Exercise and Menstrual Cycle Phases: Know Your Body, Boost Your Health | Jess Freemas

How can you sync your fitness routines with your menstrual cycle? And why should you? In this episode, exercise physiology expert Jess Freemas discusses the connection between periods, workouts, and women’s hormonal phases. She is from Orreco, a bio-analytics platform that helps athletes. At Orreco, Jess helped pioneer the FitrWoman app, which empowers female athletes and exercise enthusiasts to understand their bodies and optimize their performance. Jess explains the challenges, stigmas, and misconceptions surrounding menstruation, working out, and how tracking your menstrual cycle can equip you to adapt your exercise habits for improved health. You’ll learn strategies to manage period symptoms, the science behind exercising according to menstrual cycle phases, and ways to level up your fitness for life.Jess is a Female Athlete Specialist at Orreco. Based in the U.S., Dr. Freemas is advancing female athlete research and delivering high-impact consultation to various athletes and teams across the NWSL, WNBA, NCAA, and Team USA. Jess holds a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology and a Ph.D. in Human Performance from Indiana University and has published work detailing the effects of menstrual cycle hormone fluctuations on female physiology and performance.Discussed in this episode:Research on the menstrual cycle and working outWomen’s hormones and their impact on energy, mood, and nutritional needs What happens when women stop working out because of their period?How women can follow a menstrual cycle workout plan to improve health and performance How the FitrWoman app helps women align their workouts and athletic goals with their menstrual cyclesWays to improve menstrual education and awareness for overall health“We want the menstrual cycle not just to be seen as a burden, but that it means you might feel better at certain times. You should log it and notice when you're feeling good and when you might be feeling worse. It's a tool to really figure out your own individual patterns so that you can optimize your health that way.” — Jess FreemasRelated to this episode:Related episode: Why Women Should Sweat in Sync With Their Cycle | Jenni HulburtMore Episodes on Nutrition & Exercise  Jess on LinkedIn: Jess FreemasOrreco Website: www.orreco.com FitrWoman App: www.fitrwoman.com Orreco Social Media: @orreco1FitrWoman Social Media: @fitrwomanRecommended Books: View the Bookshop here If you want to support this women’s health podcast, leave a review for Fempower Health on iTunes or
November 28, 2023
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397 – Healthscope hospitals are the first to experience eBookings thanks to Magentus

In this ever-evolving world of healthcare technology, efficiency and streamlined processes are crucial. On this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Sophie Turner delves into the brand evolution of Magentus Practice Management and their eBookings solution with CEO Michelle Blanchard, alongside Tatum Nixon -  Consulting Suites Manager at Healthscope. Together, they discuss the transformation from Genie Solutions to Magentus, the importance of interoperability, and how eBookings is revolutionising the way healthcare professionals manage theatre bookings.Key Takeaways:- The brand evolution of Magentus Practice Management from Genie Solutions.- The development of eBookings as the first FHIR enabled open API theatre booking solution in Australia.- The collaborative process behind implementing eBookings within a large private hospital group in Australia.- The ability of eBookings to streamline communication and workflow between doctors, Practice managers, and hospitals.- The positive impact of eBookings on patient experience and reducing cancelled surgeries.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.
November 27, 2023
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396 – Digital enhancement on pharmacy services. Hamish Mackellar, Fluger

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Pete is joined by Hamish Mackellar, the founder and owner of Fluger, a corporate health management platform that has expanded its services to include pharmacies. Hamish discusses the evolution of Fluger from coordinating vaccinations in the workplace to providing a comprehensive end-to-end solution for pharmacy management. He highlights the increasing scope of services offered by pharmacists and the need for a flexible platform to manage these services efficiently. The conversation also touches on the importance of patient user experience and data security in the pharmacy setting, and how Fluger partners with Google Cloud for their robust security standards to ensure the protection of patient data.Key Takeaways:🏢 Fluger developed as a corporate health management platform but expanded to serve pharmacies due to the shift of vaccinations from the workplace to pharmacy settings during COVID.👨‍⚕️ Fluger offers a full end-to-end solution for pharmacies, allowing pharmacists to access various services from one platform without disrupting their workflow.📈 The scope of practice for pharmacists is continually expanding, and Fluger enables pharmacists to quickly adapt and incorporate new services into their practice.🌐 Fluger focuses on providing a seamless user experience for patients, including online booking and record management, to ensure a positive experience and improve 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, quarterly summits, and more exclusive content. For more information, visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus.
November 23, 2023
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Turkey Soup for the Soul

Background Music Credits: Title: Sensual Folk Author: Scott Holmes https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/inspiring-background-music Source: Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/inspiring-background-music Licence: CC BY-NC https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
November 23, 2023
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A Conversation with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s Chief Strategy Officer

Sonny Goyal, Senior Vice President of Diversified Business Group and Chief Strategy Officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), joins Eric to share some of Blue Cross NC’s successful initiatives to help members live their best lives.    Sonny discussed Blue Cross NC’s approach to mitigating social determinants of health, explaining the insurer is utilizing test-and-learn models to build quantifiable evidence, scale up successful models and, eventually, expand those ideas through its benefit offerings across the state.   Sonny and Eric touch on several topics, including Blue Cross NC’s recent food insecurity pilot program, value-based care, provider relationships and community health initiatives.    After listening, you’ll have many bright spots to consider implementing in your organization!   Links to articles mentioned during the discussion: https://www.bluecrossnc.com/blog/expert-takes/transforming-health-care/food-is-medicine https://catalyst.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/CAT.22.0351 https://mediacenter.bcbsnc.com/news/blue-cross-nc-donates-500-000-to-the-forward-fund-established-to-support-transition-efforts-following-mill-closure   About Sonny Sonny leads the diversified business group at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) while also serving as their chief strategy officer, He is responsible for thoughtfully guiding the company as it seeks to achieve sustainable long-term growth by enhancing its existing business and identifying opportunities to expand beyond via inorganic growth. Among other responsibilities, Sonny is accountable for managing and maturing the company’s best-in-class business partnerships and assets, shaping Blue Cross NC’s short-term goals and long-term strategy, portfolio planning and prioritization, corporate development and utilizing strategic intelligence to improve the experience of key stakeholders across the state. Before joining Blue Cross NC, Sonny served in leadership roles at several other leading companies in the healthcare, venture capital and finance sectors. Most recently, he was Executive Director for Corporate Strategy and Development for the Advisory Board Company in Washington, DC. Before that, Sonny led Mergers and Acquisitions for Highmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield; brokered acquisitions, divestitures and capital raises ranging from $250 million to $12 billion at Wells Fargo; and assisted in assessing venture capital investments for Garage Technology Ventures in Silicon Valley.  Connect with us on social media:  Facebook: facebook.com/brightspotshc Instagram: instagram.com/brightspotshc LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/shared-purpose-connect Twitter: twitter.com/BrightSpotsinHC TikTok: tiktok.com/@brightspotshc
November 21, 2023
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How Gratitude Can Impact Your Health

Thanksgiving is upon us. It’s an absolutely wonderful holiday –unless you’re a turkey. It can be a busy day in the ER, too with Thanksgiving-themed ailments like food poisoning and burns. But the big takeaway is that showing gratitude is good for your mental and physical health.🎙️⚕️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 NewsletterShop official CareTalk merchFOLLOW CARETALKSpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsFollow us on LinkedIn#healthcare #healthcarepolicy #healthcarebusiness #healthcaretechnology #mentalhealth #thanksgivingSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing
November 21, 2023
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Replay: Transforming Health Care with Virtual Reality

We're seeing a broader consolidation of digital health solutions this year to bring together the amazing talentand the scientifically validated assets to drive scale in the market and improve unit economics. On the heels of last week's announcement of the merger between Fern Health and BehaVR tune into this replay episode to hear Eugene Borukhovich's conversation withwith Aaron Gani, Founder and CEO of BehaVR. BehaVR translates proven science into immersive and engaging XR therapeutics for mental and behavioral health. In this episode, we cover: Origin Story: Aaron Gani shares the origin story of BehaVR, starting from its inception in 2016 and the inspiration behind creating immersive XR therapeutics for mental and behavioral health. Funding Journey and Milestones: Walk through BehaVR's funding journey, uncovering the key milestones achieved with each funding round and how it has shaped the company's growth and impact in the digital therapeutics landscape. Patient Journey Using VR: Gain insights into the end customer experience offered by BehaVR, highlighting the effectiveness of immersive therapeutics in supporting mental well-being. Scientific Hypothesis and Evidence Generation: Explore the hypothesis that BehaVR is built upon and learn how their evidence generation journey is proving the effectiveness of their immersive XR therapeutics, showcasing the power of mind-body connections. Merging with OxfordVR and FDA Approval: Discover the decision-making process behind BehaVR's merger with OxfordVR and their journey towards FDA approval. Business Hypothesis and Scaling Plan: Delve into BehaVR's current business hypothesis and explore their scaling plan. Partnership with Sumitomo Dainippon: Aaron expands on BehaVR's partnership with Sumitomo Dainippon and discusses the commercial arrangement that led to this collaboration. Access to Care: Explore the accessibility of virtual reality therapy and its role in improving access to care for patients. Pear Therapeutics and the Future of PDTs: Aaron shares his thoughts on Pear Therapeutics and discusses the future of Prescription Digital Therapeutics (PDTs), providing insights into the evolving landscape of digital therapeutics and its potential to revolutionize mental health care. Guest Links and Resources: Connect with Aaron Gani on LinkedIn Visit BehaVR Episode PDF Host Links: Connect with Eugene Borukhovich: Twitter | LinkedIn Connect with Chandana Fitzgerald, MD: Twitter | LinkedIn Connect with YourCoach.health: Website | Twitter Check out Shot of Digital Health with Eugene and Jim Joyce: Website | Podcast App HealthXL: Website | Twitter | Join an Event Digital Therapeutics Podcast would not be possible without the support of leading DTx organizations. Thank you to: > Presenting Partner: Amalgam Rx > Contributing Partners and Sponsors: Akili | Bayer G4A | Lindus Health Follow Digital Health Today: Browse Episodes | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Follow Health Podcast Network: Browse Shows | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
November 21, 2023
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The Art of Resilience: Finding Joy Amidst Life’s Challenges | Melody Joy Paine

Listen to Melody Joy Paine discuss finding joy in the midst of pain and grief. Learn from her insights as a filmmaker and advocate for pediatric rare disease patients. Episode Details: In this episode, rare disease advocate Melody Joy Paine speaks about the power of staying present, authentic storytelling, and finding joy amidst life’s deepest pain. Melody is a brilliant filmmaker who helps rare disease patients and their families share their stories. Her dedication to providing a platform that allows her subjects to express their vulnerability without outside dictation has set her apart in her field. Her work showcases a profound exploration of what it means to be human, even in life’s toughest circumstances. In this conversation, Melody discusses her encounters with emotional resilience through the chaotic beauty of a large family and experiencing the sudden loss of loved ones. We explore how to make connections with others, and what it means to find joy and meaning in life beyond just a diagnosis. We also discuss the values Melody encapsulates in her business, "Imperfect Joy”.Discussed in this episode:Learning to find joy during painful grief and lossMelody’s profession as a filmmaker for rare disease patients and familiesHow to use storytelling as an advocacy toolAcknowledging guilt over taking time for self-carePediatric rare disease and its impact on mothersThe coexistence of pain and joy in hard times Examples of families navigating and coping with a child’s rare diseaseEncouragement to talk about mental health and build community for well-being “An important part of advocacy that’s often missing is connecting with the people. When we want to answer questions of what it looks like to cultivate joy, to be connected, to not let a diagnosis bring our entire life down, we look to people’s stories for answers. It's through experiencing it with them that we can see meaning and purpose in this journey." — Melody Joy Pain Related to this episode:More Episodes on Women's Mental Health Melody’s website: www.imperfectjoy.com Melody’s Instagram: @imperfect_joy_n-Lorem Foundation: www.nlorem.org Related Books: www.bookshop.org/lists/top-picks-for-mental-health If you want to support this women’s health podcast, leave a review for Fempower Health on iTunes or Spotify.Spread the awareness and share this episode with someone you know!Support and connect with our women’s health community:Subscribe to the Fempower Health Podcast for new episodes every TuesdayVisit us online at www.fempower-health.com Sign up for our weekly newsletter for the latest...
November 21, 2023
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Healthcare Marketing – The Realm of Quantitative and Qualitative Data

Join Dean Browell, Chief Behavioral Officer at Feedback, Danny Fell, Sr. Strategist at Optum, and podcast host Alan Tam as they discuss the concepts of quantitative and qualitative data for healthcare marketing. They dive into the importance of combining both data types for a more comprehensive understanding of the patient and driving them to care. The trio covers both pitfalls and strategies for success, highlighting key use cases and the need for human involvement in interpreting data. The conversation also touches on the role of technology, AI, and the current state of data-driven marketing in healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
November 21, 2023
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#71, Simulating the Future of Public Health, with John Cordier of Epistemix

Explore Epistemix's innovative approach to population health management with CEO John Cordier on the AWS Health Innovation Podcast, learning all about how their simulations are changing the healthcare landscape.
November 20, 2023
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395 – Integrated Solutions in Mental Health Care. Denisha Allicock – MTX Group and Bryan Tan – Salesforce

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Denisha Allicock, Public Health Strategist at MTX, and Bryan Tan, Chief Health Officer for Salesforce APAC. They discuss innovative solutions being developed in healthcare technology, particularly in the areas of mental health and integrated behavioural health. They delve into the importance of collaborative partnerships for innovation and the role of technology in connecting healthcare professionals and patients. Key Takeaways:🤝 Collaborative partnerships between healthcare organisations and technology providers are crucial for developing innovative solutions in healthcare.🚀 Salesforce and MTX work together to create innovative healthcare solutions by leveraging the Salesforce platform and bringing in subject matter experts.🔄 Integrated behavioral health involves a multidisciplinary approach, with behavioral health clinicians working alongside physicians to provide comprehensive care for patients.🌐 Telehealth and digital technologies play a significant role in connecting healthcare professionals and enabling a holistic view of patient care.👥 Involving patients in their treatment plans leads to better outcomes and adherence to medication.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, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus
November 20, 2023
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Not Just Women’s Health: Trends in Fertility Tech (Leslie Schrock)

Women's health refers to a broad range of medical and wellness services specifically tailored to address the unique health concerns of women. Particular focus is on reproductive health, fertility, and menopause. Technology supporting women’s health can go from EHR records, telemedicine services, medical imaging, diagnostic and IVF technology, wearable devices for monitoring health, menstrual cycles, menopause symptoms, robotic surgery in gynecology, and more.  This episode focuses on the fertility market with investor Leslie Shrock, author, entrepreneur, and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Leslie Shrock wrote two books: Bumpin’: The Modern Guide to Pregnancy, which mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families and Fertility Rules, published in June 2023, which addresses male and female fertility. In this discussion, Leslie shared her insights into:  - key misconceptions and lack of knowledge we have around fertility, - how is the market developing,  - what technologies she is hoping to see, - what investment models seem to be working so far. Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/ Website: www.facesofdigitalhealth.com
November 19, 2023
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