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The Dual Solution For Patient Access And Capacity Optimization with Jamie Gier, Chief Marketing Officer at DexCare

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Reducing patient wait times requires optimizing both patient navigation and health system resource utilization, a dual challenge tackled by platforms like DexCare.  In this episode, Jamie Gier, Chief Marketing Officer at DexCare, shares how their patient access platform, originally spun out of Providence Health, is working to ensure that "nobody waits for care." She explains how DexCare reduces appointment wait times by optimizing patient search and discovery while matching demand with the right clinician, location, or virtual care option, particularly for low-acuity needs. Jamie also discusses the importance of addressing generational expectations, the digital needs of caregivers, and the competitive landscape of B2B health tech marketing, which demands a precise ideal customer profile. Finally, she highlights the balance between AI-driven solutions and relationship marketing, emphasizing that trust remains key in partnering with health systems. Tune in and learn about innovative patient access solutions and insightful B2B healthcare marketing strategies! Resources:  Connect and follow Jamie Gier on LinkedIn. Learn more about DexCare on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about CMO Huddles on their website and LinkedIn.
May 19, 2025

Secrets for Strategic Supply Chain Leadership with Steve Downey, Chief Supply Chain and Support Services Officer at Cleveland Clinic

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com A proactive approach to innovation, cross-industry learning, and open knowledge sharing is fundamental to achieving supply chain excellence in healthcare.  In this episode, Steve Downey, Chief Supply Chain and Support Services Officer at Cleveland Clinic, shares how his team earned recognition in the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 by fostering a culture of continuous innovation and learning from other industries. He discusses leveraging digital transformation through a standardized tech stack across the system, enabling tools like AI for contract analysis and RPA for product conversions. Steve emphasizes the importance of people and collaboration, highlighting a "team of teams" culture that balances global standards with local empowerment and clinically-driven decisions. He also underscores the strategic role of supply chain in navigating financial pressures and enhancing patient outcomes, encouraging leaders to embrace this moment of opportunity.  Tune in and learn how strategic leadership and advanced technologies are reshaping healthcare supply chains! Resources: Connect with and follow Steve Downey on LinkedIn. Follow the Cleveland Clinic on LinkedIn and explore their website.
May 15, 2025

How A Multi-Tiered Governance Drives Healthcare Supply Chain Success with Conrad Emmerich, Advocate Health’s Chief Procurement Officer and SVP of Supply Chain Management

A robust governance structure, strong clinical relationships, and a focus on people are crucial for achieving supply chain excellence in healthcare.  In this episode, Conrad Emmerich, Chief Procurement Officer and Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Advocate Health, shares how his organization consistently earns recognition from Gartner for supply chain excellence. He explains that their clinically driven decision-making is supported by a robust governance structure involving over 450 team members across all levels. Conrad emphasizes the importance of developing and empowering their people and highlights their digital transformation, including a unified ERP system and advanced analytics that were crucial during Hurricane Helene. He concludes by stressing the growing need for supply chain leaders to be strategic, expert contributors within their organizations. Tune in and learn how these strategies improve patient outcomes, manage costs, and drive innovation! Resources: Connect with and follow Conrad Emmerich on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
May 15, 2025

Coaching Doctors: A New Prescription for Fulfillment with Dr. Ben Reinking, Pediatric cardiologist at the University of Iowa and owner of The Developing Doctor

After nearly two decades in medicine, Dr. Ben Reinking transformed his career to help other physicians navigate burnout and rediscover balance. In this episode, Dr. Ben Reinking shares his journey from facing burnout to reshaping his role to help fellow physicians navigate career transformations. He explores the differences between coaching and mentorship, the emotional intelligence gap in medical training, work-life balance challenges, and the unsustainable healthcare business model, offering insights on how small, intentional changes can lead to significant personal and professional growth. Tune in for insights on emotional intelligence, coaching, and intentional changes you need to thrive! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Ben Reinking on LinkedIn. Follow The Developing Doctor on LinkedIn and visit their website! Follow the University of Iowa Health Care on LinkedIn and discover their website!
May 14, 2025

The Foundations of a High-Performing Supply Chain with Marisa Farabaugh, SVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Building strong relationships is essential for achieving excellence in healthcare supply chain management. In this episode, Marisa Farabaugh, SVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth, shares the strategies behind the organization’s top ranking on the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25. She emphasizes that their true focus is on serving patients and the organization, not just earning recognition. Marisa discusses the importance of strong relationships, leadership development, and a culture of accountability, as well as their use of AI and data analytics to optimize inventory and improve supply chain visibility. She also highlights the role of digital transformation, smart technologies, and strong governance in driving innovation and cross-department collaboration. Tune in to learn how focusing on relationships, leadership, action, and digital innovation can elevate healthcare supply chain performance! Resources: Connect with and follow Marisa Farabaugh on LinkedIn. Follow AdventHealth on LinkedIn and explore their website.
May 13, 2025

Building Bridges Between Startups and Employers in Healthcare with Ryan Koo, Employee Benefits Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Mental health startups targeting employers need to understand employer challenges, build relationships, and innovate to make care accessible, affordable, and integrated. In this episode, Ryan Koo, Employee Benefits Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency, talks about critical challenges and opportunities in the mental health landscape. Ryan highlights actionable insights for startups aiming to succeed in employer markets. He discusses the vital role of community and relationships in the healthcare ecosystem. Ryan also discusses emerging trends like integrated mental health solutions addressing acute and chronic needs. Tune in to discover how to bridge gaps in mental health care, foster innovation, and navigate the complex employer ecosystem with actionable strategies and expert insights! Resources: Connect with and follow Ryan Koo on LinkedIn. Follow Marsh McLennan Agency on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 13, 2025

Can AI Help Physicians Reclaim The Joy Of Practicing Medicine? with Pat Williams, CEO of iScribe, and Chad Dodd, Vice President of athenahealth

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com AI partnerships are revolutionizing healthcare by alleviating physician burnout and improving patient care.  In this episode, Pat Williams, CEO of iScribe, and Chad Dodd, Vice President of athenahealth, discuss their partnership and how it is accelerating AI adoption in healthcare. They highlight how iScribe’s ambient AI note generation tool, integrated within athenahealth’s EHR platform, is reducing documentation time and restoring joy to medical practice. Chad shares results from the 2025 Physician Sentiment Survey, noting a 10% drop in burnout and crediting AI as a key factor, while Pat adds that iScribe users report less EHR time and more same-day encounter rates. Together, they frame this as a pivotal moment for healthcare transformation, with AI enabling better automation, stakeholder collaboration, and improved patient outcomes. Tune in and learn how AI partnerships are transforming healthcare and enhancing the physician-patient experience! Resources: Connect with and follow Pat Williams on LinkedIn. Listen to Pat’s previous episode on our podcast here. Follow iScribeHealth on LinkedIn and explore their website. Connect with and follow Chad Dodd on LinkedIn. Follow athenahealth on LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to Chad’s previous episode on our podcast here. Read athenahealth’s 2025 Physician Sentiment Survey here.
May 12, 2025

How Next-Generation Technologies Are Reshaping Senior Care Delivery with Dr. Ali Khan, Dr. Marc Watkins, and Brian Urban

The future of senior care is here—and it’s powered by technology, personalized support, and the strength of strategic partnerships. In this special episode, we’re joined by three visionary leaders transforming the way seniors receive care: Dr. Ali Khan, Chief Medical Officer for Medicare at Aetna; Dr. Marc Watkins, Chief Medical Officer at Kroger Health; and Brian Urban, Head of Commercial Strategy and Population Health at Best Buy Health. Together, they explore how technology, access to nutrition, human-centered design, and collaboration can solve some of the most pressing challenges in senior care. Dr. Khan emphasizes building ecosystems that blend tech with human touch, from broadband infrastructure to virtual PT with language support. Dr. Watkins highlights the role of pharmacists and retailers in delivering smarter, more accessible care through food scoring systems and telehealth integration. Brian Urban explains how smart home devices, personal tech support, and AI are helping seniors live safely and independently—while reducing social isolation and hospital visits. From personalized nutrition to AI-powered care delivery, tune in to discover how these cross-industry leaders are taking bold action to build a more connected, compassionate future for aging adults! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Ali Khan on LinkedIn. Learn more about Aetna, a CVS Health Company, on their LinkedIn and website. Connect and follow Dr. Marc Watkins on LinkedIn. Learn more about Kroger on their LinkedIn and website. Connect and follow Brian Urban on LinkedIn. Learn more about Best Buy Health on their LinkedIn and website.
May 9, 2025

Courageous Leadership: Purpose, Authenticity, And Growth with Tina Vatanka Murphy, President and CEO of GHX

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com A resilient and efficient healthcare supply chain is critical for ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate care. In this episode, Tina Vatanka Murphy, President and CEO of GHX, shares how her company uses technology and data to strengthen fragile healthcare supply chains and prevent disruptions that can delay or cancel care. She explains that GHX serves all stakeholders, from manufacturers to hospitals, by anticipating issues before they affect patients. Tina challenges the misconception that procurement is only about cost, emphasizing that value-based care focuses on the best outcomes at the lowest total cost. She also underscores the importance of data, real-time feedback, and courageous leadership grounded in purpose, authenticity, and continuous growth. Tune in and learn how technology is revolutionizing the healthcare supply chain! Resources: Connect with and follow Tina Vatanka Murphy on LinkedIn. Follow GHX on LinkedIn and explore their website. Learn more about GHX’s upcoming Annual Summit here.
May 8, 2025

From ICU to ASC: The Evolution of Acute Care Monitoring with Blake Tatum, VP US Commercial for Medtronic Acute Care and Monitoring

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com As care delivery rapidly shifts beyond hospital walls, Medtronic is redefining patient monitoring and safety. In this episode, Blake Tatum, VP US Commercial for Medtronic Acute Care and Monitoring, discussed how the division supports over 115 million U.S. patients annually with technologies for blood oxygenation, airway management, and patient monitoring. As healthcare shifts toward ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and hospital-to-home care, Medtronic is investing in adapting its acute care solutions to these evolving settings. Their focus is on improving patient safety, reducing complications, and increasing efficiency through technologies like BIS anesthesia monitoring and McGrath video laryngoscopes. What sets Medtronic apart is its ability to integrate seamlessly with existing systems, combined with a dedicated ASC support team and access to Medtronic’s broader portfolio. The ultimate goal is to deliver clinically proven, scalable solutions that enhance outcomes while meeting new care and reimbursement models. Tune in to learn how Medtronic Acute Care and Monitoring is adapting to support ambulatory surgery centers and hospital-to-home care with innovative, scalable solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Blake Tatum on LinkedIn. Follow Medtronic on LinkedIn and explore their website. Check out the Medtronic Acute Care and Monitoring website. Check out their Portfolio Brochure here. Listen to Blake Tatum’s previous episode on the Outcomes Rocket here. 
May 7, 2025

Driving Health Equity Through Data and Digital Transformation: Adam Mariano (LexisNexis Risk Solutions) & Sushma Akunuru (Independence Blue Cross)

Focusing on whole-person health and addressing social determinants is critical for achieving equitable and accessible healthcare for all.  In this episode, Adam Mariano, President and GM of Healthcare at LexisNexis Risk Solutions, and Sushma Akunuru, Senior Vice President and CIO at Independence Blue Cross, discuss how their organizations are driving change in healthcare. Adam emphasizes the role of data ecosystems and identity management in improving care access and efficiency, while Sushma highlights Independence Blue Cross’s commitment to whole-person health and digital transformation. They explore the impact of technology on health disparities, stressing the need for partnerships and a balanced approach to digitalization. Adam warns of privacy risks from uncontrolled digitalization, and Sushma underscores the importance of modernization for better service and accessibility. Tune in and learn why these leaders believe that focusing on social determinants of health and addressing health literacy is key to improving healthcare outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Adam Mariano on LinkedIn. Learn more about LexisNexis Risk Solutions on their LinkedIn, Instagram, and website. Follow and connect with Sushma Akunuru on LinkedIn. Discover more about Independence Blue Cross on their LinkedIn, Instagram, and website. Learn more about this video’s sponsor, UST Health, on their website.
May 6, 2025

Revolutionizing Rural Healthcare: Terri Couts of The Guthrie Clinic on Digital Transformation and Virtual Care

The Guthrie Clinic advances rural healthcare with digital transformation and patient-centered innovation. In this episode, Terri Couts, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at The Guthrie Clinic, discusses how her organization is helping to drive change in healthcare delivery. She shares insights into the integrated centralized care model redesign in their pulse center, which allows for real-time patient monitoring and supports virtual nursing. Terri also emphasizes the importance of balancing innovation with sustainability, building internal capabilities, and focusing on solving real problems. Finally, she touches on the role of leadership in fostering a culture of digital transformation and the impact of AI and virtual care models in addressing workforce shortages and improving patient access. Tune in and learn how The Guthrie Clinic is leveraging technology to meet patients where they are, close care gaps, and create seamless experiences for both patients and providers! Resources: Connect with and follow Terri Couts on LinkedIn. Learn more about The Guthrie Clinic on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

Rahul Lakhanpal, Chief of Staff, & Sean Kelly, SVP at SpectraMedix, on Modernizing Value-Based Contract Managemen

SpectraMedix helps health plans and systems navigate value-based contracts with technology that enhances administration, provider support, and data-driven decisions. In this episode, Rahul Lakhanpal, Chief of Staff, and Sean Kelly, Senior Vice President of Growth and Business Development at SpectraMedix, discuss how their organization is driving change in healthcare by focusing on value-based contract administration and management. They share insights into how SpectraMedix's platform helps health plans and health systems administer contracts, track performance, and translate contract terms into actionable insights for providers. Rahul and Sean also highlight how their technology differentiates itself by filtering information through the prism of the value-based contract, enabling better decision-making and improved outcomes in the evolving landscape of value-based care. Tune in and learn how SpectraMedix is transforming value-based care through contract administration, provider enablement, and data-driven insights! Resources: Connect with and follow Rahul Lakhanpal on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Sean Kelly on LinkedIn. Learn more about SpectraMedix on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

Chris Caramanico, CEO of Elligint Health, on Driving Proactive Value-Based Care Through Technology

Elligint Health provides a toolset outside of the electronic medical record to help organizations perform value-based care arrangements. In this episode, Chris Caramanico, CEO of Elligint Health, discusses how his organization is helping drive change in healthcare delivery. He shares insights into how their solution creates proactive workflows to affect patient outcomes, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and patient activation. Chris also shares that their platform provides analytics, care management tools, and communication solutions to improve patient outcomes and drive efficiency. Finally, he touches on emerging trends in healthcare technology, particularly the role of AI and interoperability, and how Elligint Health is addressing these needs. Tune in and learn how Elligint Health is transforming healthcare with its integrated approach to value-based care, analytics, and patient activation! Resources: Connect with and follow Chris Caramanico on LinkedIn. Learn more about Elligint Health on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

Dr. Stanley Crittenden, Chief Medical Officer at Quantum Health, on Human-Centered Navigation and GLP-1 Cost Management

Employers should treat obesity as a chronic condition and support holistic programs that manage costs and provide ongoing GLP-1 support. In this episode, Dr. Stanley Crittenden, Chief Medical Officer at Quantum Health, discusses how his organization is driving change in healthcare delivery through navigation, technology, and a human-centric approach. He shares insights into Quantum Health's commitment to improving the member experience and clinical outcomes by addressing the complexities of healthcare and integrating AI technologies into their navigation approach. Dr. Crittenden also highlights the importance of pharmacy management, particularly in the rising cost of specialty medications and GLP-1s, and how Quantum Health is helping employers manage these challenges while prioritizing member well-being. Tune in to learn how Quantum Health is transforming healthcare through navigation, technology, and a focus on the whole person! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Stanley Crittenden on LinkedIn. Learn more about Quantum Health on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

From Crisis to Stability: Ashish Pamula of Samaritan on Addressing Homelessness Through Healthcare

Samaritan helps individuals navigate the complex process of finding housing by providing financial assistance for basic needs like groceries, transportation, and access to housing navigators. In this episode, Ashish Pamula, Growth Lead at Samaritan, shares how his organization is tackling homelessness and housing insecurity by partnering with Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans, as well as health systems, to provide critical resources and support. He discusses Samaritan’s mission to drive systemic change in healthcare by addressing the social determinants of health, emphasizing the need to target root causes rather than temporary fixes. Highlighting the unique challenges faced by vulnerable populations, Ashish advocates for a holistic, long-term approach. He also shares his enthusiasm for Samaritan’s ambitious goal of serving 100,000 unhoused residents over the next five years by expanding partnerships and reaching underserved rural communities. Tune in to learn how Samaritan is making a tangible difference in the lives of unhoused residents and driving meaningful change in the healthcare landscape! Resources: Connect with and follow Ashish Pamula on LinkedIn. Learn more about Samaritan on their LinkedIn and website. Email Ashish directly here.
May 6, 2025

Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Shafiq Rab of Tufts Medicine & Suman Mishra of GS Lab GAVS on AI, Data, and Partnerships

AI, data, interoperability, communication, and transparency are key technologies and trends that will impact healthcare over the next five years. In this episode, Dr. Shafiq Rab, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer for Tufts Medicine, and Suman Mishra, Chief Technology Officer of Healthcare for GS Lab GAVS, share their insights on the emerging trends and technologies that will impact healthcare over the next five years. They discuss the importance of AI, data, and interoperability in improving healthcare outcomes, as well as the need for strong governance and change management. Dr. Rab and Suman also delve into the challenges and opportunities of partnerships in the healthcare industry, and the importance of understanding patient needs and preferences to create a positive member experience. Tune in to learn how Tufts Medicine and GS Lab GAVS are collaborating to drive innovation and improve healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Shafiq Rab on LinkedIn. Learn more about Tufts Medicine on their LinkedIn and website. Email Dr. Rab here and call him at +1 (609) 304-5342. Connect with and follow Suman Mishra on LinkedIn. Learn more about GS Lab GAVS on their LinkedIn and website. Email Suman directly here.
May 6, 2025

Bridging the Primary Care Gap: Dr. David Carmouche on Lumeris’s AI-Powered Future

Lumeris introduces Tom, an agentic AI solution designed to support primary care teams and bridge the 2 billion-hour primary care gap in the US. In this episode, Dr. David Carmouche, Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at Lumeris, shares insights into the company's new agentic AI solution, Tom, and how it aims to revolutionize primary care. David discusses Lumeris's history, rooted in the belief that technology is crucial for high-quality, accountable primary care. He explains how Tom leverages the company’s data aggregation capabilities to launch multiple coordinated agents on behalf of patients, proactively extending care and freeing up clinicians' time. David also highlights the pressing need to address the 2 billion-hour primary care gap in the US and how Tom can help bridge it by automating tasks, providing services that should happen but aren't, and upskilling the delivery of primary care. Tune in to learn how Lumeris is leveraging AI to transform primary care, improve patient access, and empower clinicians! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. David Carmouche on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lumeris on their LinkedIn and website. Email David directly here.
May 6, 2025

Hybrid Care Teams & the Future of Telehealth with Tammy Cress, SVP of Clinical Innovation, Teladoc Health

Hybrid care teams, blending in-person and virtual care, are improving efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment. In this episode, Tammy Cress, Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Solutions at Teladoc Health, discusses how Teladoc is addressing workforce challenges in healthcare by using digital solutions and hybrid care teams. Tammy explains the importance of listening to the market to design technology products that help health systems transform their care delivery models. She also highlights the use of hybrid care teams, which blend in-person and virtual care to improve efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment. Additionally, Tammy shares insights from a recent market survey that indicates a significant increase in the adoption of telehealth and positive perceptions of its quality. Tune in to learn how Teladoc Health is driving change in healthcare delivery through technology and innovative care models! Resources: Connect with and follow Tammy Cress on LinkedIn. Learn more about Teladoc on their LinkedIn and website. Email Tammy directly here.
May 6, 2025

Driving Transparency & Affordability in Healthcare with Travis Dalton, President & CEO, Clerativ

A company rebrand represents growth and a renewed commitment to solving key issues in the healthcare space with a focus on affordability, transparency, and quality. In this episode, Travis Dalton, President and CEO of Clerativ, discusses the company’s rebrand from Multiplan, highlighting its evolution, technological investments, and expanded role in healthcare. He explains Clerativ’s mission to align payers, providers, and employers through data-driven insights and transparency. Travis also explores emerging trends like AI and cloud-based solutions, stressing the need to integrate technology with improved business processes for cost reduction and quality improvement. Lastly, he shares Clerativ’s commitment to supporting rural healthcare providers with transparency tools that enhance accessibility and sustainability. Tune in and learn how Clerativ is paving the way for a more transparent, affordable, and equitable healthcare system! Resources: Connect with and follow Travis Dalton on LinkedIn. Learn more about Claritev on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

ŌURA: Improving Patient Outcomes Through Wearable Technology with Jason Oberfest, Vice President of Health Partnerships at ŌURA

Wearable health trackers are revolutionizing healthcare by providing continuous biometric data, improving patient care, and driving more informed health decisions. In this episode, Jason Oberfest, Vice President of Health Partnerships at ŌURA, discusses how the ŌURA Ring is transforming healthcare through its focus on sleep, readiness, and activity tracking. He highlights the potential for wearable health trackers to improve primary care, chronic care management, and women's health. Jason also explores partnerships with payers and providers, such as the collaboration with Essence Healthcare, to integrate wearable data into care plans and improve patient outcomes. Jason also emphasizes the importance of accuracy and scientific validation in wearable technology, ensuring that the data collected is reliable and actionable for both patients and healthcare professionals. Tune in and learn how wearable health trackers are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Jason Oberfest on LinkedIn. Learn more about ŌURA on their LinkedIn and website.
May 6, 2025

Innovations in Culturally Competent Mental Health Care with Luis Suarez, CEO of Sanarai, and Stella Tran, Senior Program Investment Officer of the California Health Care Foundation

Innovative partnerships and culturally tailored approaches are essential to expanding access to behavioral health services and addressing critical gaps in care. In this episode, Luis Suarez, CEO of Sanarai, and Stella Tran, Senior Program Investment Officer of the California Health Care Foundation, talk about the importance of building trust and leveraging cultural competence. Luis shares how his organization provides culturally relevant mental health services for Spanish-speaking communities, addressing a critical gap in access. Stella discusses how her foundation uses innovation as a lever to improve care quality and access for low-income populations. Tune in to discover how innovation and cultural competence are transforming behavioral health access for underserved communities! Resources: Connect with and follow Luis Suarez on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Stella Tran on LinkedIn. Follow Sanarai on LinkedIn and explore their website. Follow the California Health Care Foundation on LinkedIn and discover their website. Listen to the podcast Making Waves in Health Tech here.
May 6, 2025

Virtual Neurology: Bridging the Gap in Care – Branden Robinson, Chief Growth Officer, Sevaro Health

Addressing the critical shortage of neurologists and the rising prevalence of neurological disorders requires innovative solutions. In this episode, Branden Robinson, Chief Growth Officer at Sevaro Health, discusses how virtual neurology is revolutionizing healthcare delivery. He highlights the use of AI in triage to optimize neurologist time, ensuring that the most critical patients receive immediate attention. Branden also emphasizes the importance of a continuum of care model, connecting patients from acute care to outpatient teleneurology, improving patient outcomes, and reducing revenue leakage for health systems. Finally, he emphasizes the need for health systems to assess their neurology coverage, highlighting the benefits of implementing virtual solutions to enhance patient care and financial performance. Tune in and learn how Sevaro Health is leveraging digital health to bridge the gap in neurological care! Resources: Connect with and follow Branden Robinson on LinkedIn. Learn more about Sevaro Health on their LinkedIn and website. Email Branden directly here.
May 5, 2025

Chronic Care Management & RPM for Better Health Outcomes – Mark Whittington, Managing Director, HealthXL

Chronic care management and remote patient monitoring are essential tools for addressing physician shortages, improving patient access, and enabling value-based care. In this episode, Mark Whittington, Managing Director at HealthXL, discusses how his organization is driving change in healthcare by focusing on chronic care management and remote patient monitoring (RPM). He emphasizes that these programs can help patients stay healthy longer, improve their quality of life, and reduce the burden on primary care physicians. Mark also highlights the importance of patient engagement, accountability, and a collaborative partnership between practices and their chronic care management/RPM provider for successful implementation. Finally, he touches on the emerging role of AI in gleaning insights from patient data to predict and prevent health issues. Tune in and learn how HealthXL is leveraging chronic care management and RPM to revolutionize healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Whittington on LinkedIn. Learn more about HealthXL on their LinkedIn and website. Email Mark directly here.
May 5, 2025

Agentic AI: Revolutionizing Healthcare Workflows – Harpaul Sambhi, CEO & Founder, Magical

Agentic AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare operations by automating tasks, predicting challenges, and optimizing workflows. In this episode, Harpaul Sambhi, founder and CEO of Magical, explores how AI employees are transforming the workplace and addressing inefficiencies in healthcare. He highlights the burden of tedious tasks and technology integration challenges that shift focus away from patient-centric care. Harpaul contrasts the adaptability of Agentic AI, exemplified by Magical's AI employee earning an HFMA certification, with the limitations of Robotic Process Automation (RPA). He emphasizes that RCM leaders are embracing Agentic AI for its intelligence and scalability while advising healthcare executives to prioritize clarity, collaboration, and adaptability in digital transformation. Join us and discover how Agentic AI can provide a competitive advantage and transform healthcare operations! Resources: Connect with and follow Harpaul Sambhi on LinkedIn. Learn more about Magical on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

Revolutionizing Patient Engagement with RCS – Myron Wallace, Fractional Chief Product Officer, White Label Communications

The key to improving patient engagement lies in reducing friction and delivering rich communication experiences directly to the consumer. In this episode, Myron Wallace, Fractional Chief Product Officer at White Label Communications, discusses how his organization is simplifying healthcare communications through APIs that integrate telephony into SaaS solutions. He highlights the potential of Rich Communication Services (RCS) to enhance patient engagement by delivering interactive content directly within messages, reducing the need for separate applications. Myron also explores how organizations are using RCS for secure, branded messaging in areas like e-sign consent and patient education. While he acknowledges AI’s potential, he warns against the hype and stresses the importance of regulatory oversight and reducing patient friction through practical technologies like RCS. Tune in and learn how RCS could transform patient communication and engagement. Resources: Connect with and follow Myron Wallace on LinkedIn. Learn more about White Label Communications on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Myron on his website.
May 5, 2025

Transforming Physician Recruitment with AI and Data – Dr. Jason Reminick, CEO & Founder, Thalamus

Connecting the dots between medical training and physician recruitment can significantly improve healthcare outcomes.  In this episode, Dr. Jason Reminick, CEO and Founder of Thalamus, shares how his company is transforming graduate medical education and physician recruitment with its innovative software. Drawing from personal experience, he explains how Thalamus streamlines residency and fellowship interviews by integrating with existing application services and offering real-time scheduling. He discusses the significant challenges healthcare systems face in physician recruitment and how Thalamus uses its extensive data to predict workforce trends and match doctors with hospitals that align with their goals. Dr. Reminick also highlights the impact of recent Series B funding on expanding Thalamus into broader physician recruitment and touches on medical students’ motivations for becoming doctors. Tune in and learn how Thalamus is leveraging data and technology to build a more efficient and effective physician workforce! Resources: Connect with and follow Jason Reminick on LinkedIn. Learn more about Thalamus on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

Bridging Finance and Healthcare for a Better Patient Experience: Misty Grambow & Tom Priedeman, U.S. Bank

Bridging financial services and healthcare can lead to powerful advancements, streamlining processes, and improving patient experiences.  In this episode, Misty Grambow, Healthcare Business Development Consulting at U.S. Bank, and Tom Priedeman, Head of US Bank's Middle Market Healthcare Team, discuss how U.S. Bank is driving change at the intersection of finance and healthcare. They highlight the role of capital in advancing healthcare and the importance of payment capabilities, particularly in revenue cycle management. They address challenges in managing non-patient payments and explore how AI and other technologies are shaping patient care, financial systems, and cybersecurity. Finally, they emphasize the need for seamless payment solutions, including automation and patient-centric approaches like mobile payments and transparent billing. Tune in to learn how US Bank is committed to supporting the healthcare industry through finance and innovative payment solutions!  Resources: Connect with and follow Misty Grambow on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Tom Priedeman on LinkedIn. Learn more about U.S. Bank on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

Transforming Healthcare with a Digital-First, Data-First Approach: Pranam Ben, Founder & CEO of The Garage

The key to scaling value-based care lies in a digital-first, data-first approach that prioritizes human-centricity.  In this episode, Pranam Ben, Founder and CEO of The Garage, explores how his organization is transforming healthcare through value-based care and a digital-first, data-first approach. He explains how their platform integrates diverse data sources, social, lifestyle, and genetic, to provide a comprehensive view of patient health. Pranam discusses emerging trends like AI copilots, machine learning, and natural language processing, which simplify user experiences. He also shares real-world examples of how The Garage’s approach has led to cost savings, improved quality scores, and fraud detection. Tune in and learn how a digital-first, data-first approach can transform healthcare and drive better outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Pranam Ben on LinkedIn. Learn more about The Garage on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

Revolutionizing Patient Communication with AI: Vijay Verma, VP of Product Management at TeleVox

Good clinical outcomes are built on strong communication platforms and experiences.  In this episode, Vijay Verma, Vice President of Product Management at TeleVox, discusses how the organization helps bridge the communication gap between healthcare providers and patients. He highlights the emerging impact of generative AI in reducing the burden on healthcare staff and improving patient care. Vijay addresses the common pain point of inefficient communication channels, emphasizing the need for personalized, proactive, and automated conversations across various platforms like voice and SMS. He also details TeleVox's solutions, including Smart SMS and Smart Voice, which leverage generative AI to provide persistent, actionable, and conversational experiences in multiple languages.  Tune in and learn how TeleVox is revolutionizing patient relationship management and engagement! Resources: Connect with and follow Vijay Verma on LinkedIn. Learn more about TeleVox Healthcare on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

Optimizing Healthcare Through Cloud Solutions: PV SubbaRao, SVP of Global Healthcare at Rackspace Technology

Rackspace Technology leverages decades of experience and a cloud-first approach to help healthcare organizations optimize costs, drive transformation, and enhance security. In this episode, PV SubbaRao, Senior Vice President of Global Healthcare and Life Sciences at Rackspace Technology, shares how his organization partners with key healthcare sectors to drive innovation. He discusses Rackspace's evolution from early internet hosting to leading cloud solutions that optimize costs and enhance efficiency. PV highlights how the company supports EHR implementations, data center transformations, and security improvements, helping health systems achieve 18-25% savings. He also explores the future of healthcare technology, emphasizing AI, quantum computing, and extended reality as key drivers of personalized medicine and data-driven value. Join us and learn how Rackspace's specialized healthcare team can help your organization transform and scale for the future! Resources: Connect with and follow PV SubbaRao on LinkedIn. Learn more about Rackspace Technology on their LinkedIn and website.
May 5, 2025

AI as a Clinical Co-Pilot: Shay Perera, Co-Founder & CTO of Navina

AI is set to revolutionize healthcare by streamlining workflows and improving patient care. In this episode, Shay Perera, Co-Founder and CTO of Navina, shares how his company uses AI to create a clinical co-pilot that enhances efficiency for healthcare providers. He explains how Navina helps make sense of overwhelming data, turning it into actionable insights. Shay envisions AI transforming patient care by reducing repetitive tasks and administrative burdens while integrating seamlessly into existing workflows. He also highlights the challenges of scaling value-based care and advocates for AI to simplify these processes for physicians. Tune in and learn how AI can improve healthcare's clinical and economic outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Shay Perera on LinkedIn. Learn more about Navina on their LinkedIn and website. Email Shay directly here.
May 5, 2025

Scaling AI Innovation in Healthcare: Kali Arduini Ihde, Director of Innovation at Northwestern Medicine

Prioritizing real-world solutions and fostering a culture of innovation is key to successfully implementing new technologies in healthcare.  In this episode, Karli Arduini Ihde, Director of Innovation at Northwestern Medicine, discusses the organization's approach to evaluating and implementing innovative technology solutions. She highlights the challenge of navigating numerous AI options and the importance of selecting solutions that address key problems and show value within a 3–6 month pilot. Northwestern Medicine ensures responsible AI implementation with a team of data scientists who assess technologies for bias and effectiveness. Karli also shares how the organization is scaling AI innovation to improve efficiency and identify patient risks earlier than ever before. Tune in and learn why healthcare is on the cusp of transformative change! Resources: Connect with and follow Kali Arduini Ihde on LinkedIn. Learn more about Northwestern Medicine on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Northwestern Medicine’s innovations here.
May 5, 2025

How AMGEN is Transforming Patient Engagement and Trial Diversity with Dr. Marisa Cruz, Vice President of Global Digital Medicine at AMGEN

Technology can be used to address critical healthcare gaps and improve clinical trial diversity. In this episode, Dr. Marisa Cruz, Vice President of Global Digital Medicine at AMGEN, shares her insights into AMGEN’s forward-thinking digital health initiatives. From the company’s ambitious goal to reduce cardiovascular incidents to innovations in AI-driven clinical trial diversity, Dr. Cruz discusses how cutting-edge technologies are being integrated to enhance patient outcomes and make healthcare more accessible. She also highlights the company’s initiatives to empower patients directly, allowing them to take a proactive role in their health through digital engagement. Dr. Cruz dives into the future of digital health and patient-centered care, spotlighting how innovation can bridge gaps in accessibility and improve health outcomes globally. This episode was sponsored by Amgen. Tune in and learn how AI and machine learning are bridging the gaps in healthcare!  Resources: Connect with and follow Marisa Cruz on LinkedIn. Follow Amgen on LinkedIn and visit their website. Explore Amgen PARC website. Discover the LATTICE Consortium website. 
May 2, 2025

Kevin Mahoney on Tackling Workforce Challenges & Tech-Driven Solutions at Penn Medicine

Tackling the labor shortage in science and medicine requires valuing healthcare as a noble profession and using technology to streamline training. In this episode, Kevin Mahoney, CEO of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, discusses the challenges of talent shortages amid a retiring baby boomer generation and a smaller incoming workforce, emphasizing the need for technology to fill the gap. He shares Penn Medicine's innovative initiatives, including flash radiation for cancer treatment and a startup providing maternal support, highlighting their commitment to both technological advancements and human connections. Kevin touches on the need to repair broken systems by speaking to the patients and fixing the issues, refocusing on clinical outcomes, and reimagining the delivery of care. He also underscores that embracing change management with intentionality is crucial for healthcare organizations. Tune in and learn how one of the nation's leading health systems is embracing bold strategies to improve healthcare delivery and workforce development! Resources: Connect with and follow Kevin Mahoney on LinkedIn. Discover more about Penn Medicine’s University of Pennsylvania Health System on their LinkedIn and website.
May 2, 2025

Redefining Clinical Trials: Sasha Tyndale on Inclusive Research at AbbVie

Diseases don't discriminate, so it is crucial that medicines are accessible to and effective for as many people as possible.  In this episode, Sasha Tyndale, Director of Diversity and Patient Inclusion at AbbVie, discusses the company’s commitment to inclusive clinical research, highlighting the importance of representing diverse populations affected by diseases. Sasha shares how her team integrates patient perspectives into clinical program design to proactively address potential barriers. She introduces the ADMIRE program, which is focused on engaging underrepresented healthcare professionals in research. Sasha also emphasizes humanizing the healthcare experience by hearing patient stories and addressing challenges. She delves into AbbVie's bold initiatives, including foundational changes to clinical development processes and partnerships with community organizations to increase access to clinical trials and simplify language in study materials. Finally, Sasha challenges listeners to educate themselves and others about clinical research. Tune in and learn how to become an advocate for inclusive healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Sasha Tyndale on LinkedIn. Discover more about AbbVie on their LinkedIn and website. Sign up for the ADMIRE program here. If you are considering participating in AbbVie’s clinical research program, click here.
May 2, 2025

Addressing the Alarming Rise of Early-Onset Cancers with Dr. Karin Tollefson of Pfizer

The alarming rise of early-onset cancers, particularly in individuals under 50, demands a critical shift in our understanding and approach to cancer care.  In this episode, Dr. Karin Tollefson, Chief Oncology Medical Officer at Pfizer, discusses the concerning 79% increase in cancer diagnoses among younger people since 1990, highlighting the urgent need to address this trend. She emphasizes that this is a multifactorial issue, with likely contributors including Western lifestyle factors such as poor diet, obesity, sedentary habits, and exposure to toxins, as well as genetic predispositions. Dr. Tollefson also underscores the need for increased screening accessibility, particularly with colonoscopies, and molecular testing to tailor treatments for younger patients often diagnosed at later stages. Furthermore, she addresses the importance of making clinical trials more accessible to diverse populations and ensuring comprehensive survivorship care, including mental health, family planning, and fertility considerations, as cancer survival rates increase. Finally, Dr. Tollefson calls on the need to partner with advocacy organizations and to educate the public about early detection, healthy lifestyles, and available resources.  Tune in and learn about the critical shifts needed in cancer care to address early-onset cases. Resources: Follow Dr. Karin Tollefson, Chief Oncology Medical Officer at Pfizer, on LinkedIn. Discover more about Pfizer on their LinkedIn and website. Read more on Pfizer in Oncology here.  Patient Resources/Advocacy Links: Explore This Is Living With Cancer’s Advocacy Support’s website. Visit the Global Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s website here. (Pfizer was one of their sponsors) Learn more about the transformative work CancerCare is doing. Find CancerCare’s guide on Biomarker Testing here. Read the best practices for Biomarker Testing Coverage here. (Pfizer had input and was a sponsor) Get AONN Biomarker Navigation here. For the Precision Medicine Toolkit, look here. Empower yourself or your patients with essential navigation resources–a site co-created with AONN, to find materials on breast, prostate, health equity, geriatric, and more. (Patient navigators can download and share educational tools for enhanced support.) Deepen your understanding of prostate cancer here. 
May 2, 2025

How AI Is Revolutionizing Healthcare with Kimberly Powell of NVIDIA

Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize healthcare, becoming one of its most crucial applications.  In this episode, Kimberly Powell, the vice president of NVIDIA’s healthcare department, discusses how AI is transforming healthcare from drug discovery to surgical procedures. She highlights the ability of AI to represent drugs in computers, accelerating drug development and clinical trials, with some AI-designed drugs already in clinical trials. Kim explains how generative AI can enhance surgical outcomes through digital agents that aid in pre-op preparation, provide real-time surgical guidance, and automate post-op documentation. She notes how AI can help to provide healthcare access globally by codifying medical expertise and powering cost-effective, miniaturized devices. Kim also touches upon the importance of guardrails for privacy, security, and bias in AI systems, including embedding AI models directly into medical devices.  Tune in and learn how AI is reshaping the future of healthcare as a digital employee! Resources: Connect with and follow Kimberly Powell on LinkedIn. Discover more about NVIDIA on their LinkedIn and website.
May 2, 2025

Ensuring Safe and Effective AI in Healthcare with Dr. Brian Anderson of CHAI

Independent quality assurance labs are critical for evaluating health AI models, just like in other sectors.  In this episode, Dr. Brian Anderson, president and CEO of the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), discusses the organization's initiatives to create a national network of certified labs and a model card (AI nutrition label) to assess AI safety and effectiveness. He highlights the challenges in defining and measuring bias, especially in generative AI, and the importance of transparency and collaboration between industry, government, and academia to build trust. Dr. Anderson also covers the need for provider upskilling in AI literacy and the potential of AI tools, like ambient scribes, to mitigate clinician burnout. Finally, he explains how public access to evaluation reports is key to public trust. Tune in and learn about the future of AI regulation in healthcare and learn why physicians must educate themselves on AI! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Brian Anderson on LinkedIn. Discover more about Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) on their LinkedIn and website.
May 2, 2025

Global Oral Health Crisis with Dr. Maria Ryan, Colgate-Palmolive

Oral health is essential for overall well-being, as problems like cavities and gum disease can lead to serious issues, including heart disease and complications during pregnancy. In this episode, Dr. Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, discusses the global health crisis of oral diseases, highlighting that 50% of people worldwide suffer from them. She emphasizes the need to integrate oral health into medical education and practice, noting the current disconnect between medical and dental professions. Dr. Ryan also touches upon the “Oral Health Quotient” (OQ), a tool aimed at educating the public on the importance of oral health, and the need to address the profound disparities in access to care, especially in underserved communities. She also advocates for preventive strategies, early education, and increased coverage of dental services to improve health equity.  Tune in and learn how dental health can impact overall wellness and why integrating oral care into healthcare systems is essential! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Maria Ryan on LinkedIn. Discover more about Colgate-Palmolive on LinkedIn and their website.
May 2, 2025

Holistic Health Solutions with Dr. Carolyn Jasik, Omada Health

Holistic support, including lifestyle changes, is essential for weight management and diabetes, as GLP-1 medications are only one part of the solution. In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Jasik, the Chief Medical Officer of Omada Health, discusses their approach to GLP-1s, emphasizing the importance of wraparound support, including mental health and physical therapy, as well as addressing concerns like muscle loss and the sustainability of weight loss. She highlights that the goal for many people is not to be on these medications forever and that an important element to consider is the rebound physiology that could drive people to regain weight after stopping treatment. Dr. Jasik also shares Omada's perspective on AI, explaining how it assists providers with clinical decision support based on their vast member history but doesn't replace the human connection needed for empathetic care.  Tune in and learn how Omada is leveraging AI to create a more personalized and effective healthcare experience that also focuses on long-term sustainability! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Carolyn Jasik on LinkedIn. Discover more about Omada Health on LinkedIn and their website.
May 2, 2025

Investing in the Future of Healthcare with Andrew Adams, OAK HC/FT

Successful healthcare investment involves finding companies that reduce costs, improve quality, and enhance the patient experience, especially for underserved populations. In this episode, Andrew Adams, co-founder and managing partner of OAK HC/FT, discusses his firm's investment philosophy, focusing on backing the best entrepreneurs who can execute at scale. His company supports its portfolio companies by providing guidance on team building, customer introductions, technology decisions, and exit strategies. Andrew highlights Reveleer as an example, showcasing how OAK assists in acquisitions and growth. He also shares that they believe in the transformative power of technology, especially AI and SaaS, to improve administrative efficiency and drive better clinical outcomes, emphasizing the importance of measuring ROI through tangible impacts, such as time savings for clinicians.  Tune in and learn how a blend of technology and personalized services is key to reaching patients and driving real value within the healthcare system! Resources: Connect with and follow Andrew Adams on LinkedIn. Discover more about OAK HC/FT on LinkedIn and their website.
May 2, 2025

Championing Genetic Diversity with Joyce Tung, 23andMe

Empowering individuals with direct access to their genetic information is crucial for both personal health management and advancing equitable research.  In this episode, Joyce Tung, Vice President of Research for 23andMe, discusses the importance of diverse genetic research, highlighting the need to move beyond studies predominantly focused on people of European ancestry. She explains that because biological insights can vary across populations, inclusive research is vital for ensuring that advancements in genetic knowledge benefit everyone. 23andMe is actively addressing this disparity through partnerships with community-serving groups, such as the Morehouse School of Medicine, to promote research participation across diverse communities. Joyce also shares that the company is also leveraging its large database to uncover important health associations, such as recent findings on sickle cell trait across different ancestries.  Tune in and learn how the company's direct-to-consumer approach is transforming healthcare by empowering individuals to manage their own health data and choices! Resources: Connect with and follow Joyce Tung on LinkedIn. Discover more about 23andMe on LinkedIn and their website. Read 23andMe’s depression report here. Learn more about 23andMe’s article on sickle cell trait here.
May 2, 2025

Caring for an Aging Population with Dr. Maria Torroella Carney, Northwell Health

Both hospice and geriatric care are underutilized and misunderstood despite offering critical support for quality of life, especially for older adults.  In this episode, Maria Torroella Carney, Chief of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine for Northwell Health and co-author of "The Aging Revolution," discusses the importance of reframing healthcare systems to better serve the growing aging population. She highlights the need for increased home care, caregiver support, and innovative technologies, emphasizing the role of family caregivers as an "invisible workforce." Maria addresses the rising number of "elder orphans" who lack family support and the need to identify them early and provide necessary resources. She also shares that while palliative care is gaining traction, geriatric medicine faces a decline in interest, underscoring the need for initiatives like the Age-Friendly Health System. Tune in to discover the specific policy changes that could improve hospice access and what healthcare systems should do to better address the unique needs of older adults! Resources: Connect with and follow Maria Torroella Carney on LinkedIn. Discover more about Northwell Health on LinkedIn and their website. Buy Maria Torroella Carney’s The Aging Revolution here.
May 2, 2025

How AI Saves Lives in Healthcare with Dr. Richard Milani, Sutter Health

The future of healthcare relies on artificial intelligence to handle complex data and assist clinicians, especially as the aging population grows and caregiver numbers diminish.  In this episode, Dr. Richard Milani, Chief Clinical Innovation Officer at Sutter Health, discusses Sutter's innovative approach to healthcare. He explains how they're using AI to improve patient care, reduce documentation burden, and predict deteriorating health conditions, saving 44% more lives in the process. Dr. Milani highlights Sutter's unique chronic disease management programs and their investment in digital health startups. He also emphasizes the importance of human oversight in AI-driven care and the need for unobtrusive monitoring to manage the health needs of an aging population.  Tune in and discover why digital tools that can monitor daily living activities are the future of patient care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Richard Milani on LinkedIn. Discover more about Sutter Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

Future of Healthcare: Insights from Chris Moniz, HSBC, and Kristin Apple, Linus Group

Young physicians are primarily motivated by a desire to help and heal, not by prestige or financial gain.  In this episode, Kristin Apple, President of the Linus Group, and Chris Moniz, Managing Director of Healthtech at HSBC Innovation Banking, discuss the findings of the "Health 2035" report, highlighting insights from a survey of 1,000 young physicians and over 40 health care visionaries. Kristin delves into their aspirations for preventative care, their increasing concern about patient trust, and their eagerness to integrate AI into their practices, although not at the expense of the human connection. Chris adds his perspective on the investment trends backing these preferences, focusing on increased funding for provider operations.  Join us and learn how the healthcare landscape is poised to shift towards a more preventative, tech-enabled, and community-centered approach! Resources: Connect with and follow Chris Moniz on LinkedIn. Discover more about HSBC on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow and connect with Kristin Apple on LinkedIn. Learn more about LINUS on their LinkedIn and website. Check out the Health 2035 Report here. 
May 1, 2025

Mark Gee of Medecision: Real-Time Insights Revolutionizing Patient Care

Medecision is solving foundational healthcare problems by making data actionable in real time through personalized health journeys.  In this episode, Mark Gee, Chief Growth Officer at Medecision, discusses how his company is disrupting healthcare data through real-time insights and action. By re-architecting their enterprise platform, Ariel, they've broken down data silos and enabled operationalized insights at scale, moving beyond traditional data lakes. Their system's ability to accept and process any data format in real time allows for hyper-personalized care journeys that shift focus from reactive to proactive care, evidenced by a 64% engagement increase in a Blue Cross Blue Shield health plan’s behavioral health program. Additionally, Medecision is redesigning care and utilization management processes to improve productivity and proactively assist patients. Tune in and learn how real-time data and personalized care journeys are transforming healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Gee on LinkedIn. Follow Medecision on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

How Silicon Valley Bank is Transforming Healthcare with Transparency with Julie Ebert

The health tech fundraising environment shows promise. More deals are occurring alongside modest growth in total funding, suggesting a shift toward realistic valuations. In this episode, Julie Ebert, managing director of Healthcare and Life Sciences for Silicon Valley Bank, discusses the key findings from their annual Future of Health Tech report, highlighting the growth of AI adoption in healthcare as well as the increasing focus on specialty value-based care models. She noted a third of health tech companies that have raised money have an AI component, and half of the investment is in the administrative use of AI. Julie also explains that value-based care is moving from primary care to specialties due to these areas being complex and costly. Finally, she emphasizes that Silicon Valley Bank is playing a bold role in providing transparency to companies by offering working capital solutions and releasing reports that allow companies to have the knowledge to move forward.  Tune in and learn about the current landscape of health tech investment and the future of value-based care! Resources: Connect with and follow Julie Ebert on LinkedIn. Follow Silicon Valley Bank on LinkedIn and visit their website. Read this year’s SVB’s Future of Healthtech report here.
May 1, 2025

The Future of Digital Prescriptions with Frank Harvey of Surescripts

Surescripts facilitates over 24 billion health data transactions annually, with e-prescribing only making up a small portion, highlighting its expansive role in health data interoperability. In this episode, Frank Harvey, CEO of Surescripts, discusses his company’s mission to lower healthcare costs, improve quality, and enhance patient safety through its vast health intelligence network. He elaborates on the significant savings generated by electronic prescriptions by reducing administrative burdens and medication errors. Frank underscores the critical importance of interoperability for clinical decision-making and Surescripts’ role as a Qualified Health Information Network, as well as its commitment to supporting the Sequoyah Project. He also highlights the need for collaborative care, especially given the primary care provider shortage, emphasizing the role of pharmacists.  Tune in and learn how Surescripts' work improves the e-prescribing process, enhances real-time prescription benefits, and streamlines prior authorizations! Resources: Connect with and follow Frank Harvey on LinkedIn. Follow Surescripts on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

Technology, Human Touch, and Cost-Effective Solutions with Zane Burke, CEO of Quantum Health

Enhancing healthcare navigation by combining technology with a human touch reduces costs, improves patient experiences, and promotes sustainable innovation. In this episode, Zane Burke, CEO of Quantum Health, talks about leveraging technology and human connection to enhance healthcare navigation. Zane discusses Quantum Health's pharmacy navigation solution, which reduces pharmacy costs, especially for specialty medications, by offering cost-effective alternatives at the point of care. This approach aims to minimize friction, improve member experiences, and enhance provider knowledge. He also talks about expanding solutions to surgery and oncology, utilizing reference-based pricing to manage costs.  Tune in to discover how Quantum Health is revolutionizing healthcare navigation with innovative technology and human touch! Resources: Connect with and follow Zane Burke on LinkedIn and X. Follow Quantum Health on LinkedIn and visit their website. 
May 1, 2025

AI and Integration in Healthcare: Insights from Srinivas Velamoor of NextGen

Healthcare needs to view patients as consumers, integrating their healthcare journey into their daily lives.  In this episode, Srinivas Velamoor, President and Chief Operating Officer at NextGen Healthcare, discusses his company’s approach to improving the patient experience through a "closed-loop" patient engagement model using mobile devices as a digital front door, allowing patients to schedule appointments, make payments, and receive follow-up care, all seamlessly. NextGen also addresses the financial pressures in healthcare, focusing on transparency, AI-enabled revenue cycle management, and staff efficiency tools. Srinivas explains that their company uses AI, especially on the admin side, and they ensure that healthcare data is used for training models. Moreover, he emphasizes that they are boldly reimagining the physician experience, aiming for non-linear workflows and ambient assistance. Finally, Srinivas calls for collaboration among health tech companies and emphasizes an open ecosystem that benefits patients and physicians.  Tune in and learn how NextGen Healthcare is revolutionizing healthcare with a focus on integration and impact! Resources: Connect with and follow Srinivas Velamoor on LinkedIn. Follow NextGen Healthcare on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

Dr. David Stein on Revolutionizing Blood Testing: Accessibility and Affordability for All

Improving health outcomes should be accessible to all, and convenience and affordability are key to unlocking that.  In this episode, Dr. David Stein, CEO and Director at Babson Diagnostics, details how the BetterWay Blood Testing service offers routine and specialty testing through a finger-prick sample at convenient locations like local pharmacies and community events, eliminating the need for traditional venipuncture. This service addresses the crucial issues of access, affordability, and equity by providing testing for uninsured and underinsured individuals and those with needle phobias. Dr. Stein emphasizes their focus on diverse communities, affordable self-pay options, and extended hours. He also explains that their goal is to make proactive health monitoring more convenient for all, thereby reducing barriers and empowering individuals with vital health information, leading to better patient advocacy and clinical outcomes.  Tune in and learn how Babson Diagnostics is making better health accessible for all! Resources: Connect with and follow David Stein on LinkedIn. Follow Babson Diagnostics on LinkedIn and visit their website. Learn more about BetterWay Blood Testing here.
May 1, 2025

Transforming Healthcare Through Provider Insights with Dr. Theo Koury of Vituity

Frontline providers are the most crucial innovators in healthcare due to their daily interaction with patients and direct experience with care gaps and inefficiencies.  In this episode, Dr. Theo Koury, President of Vituity, explores how leveraging frontline provider insights drives healthcare innovation. He shares how his organization fosters a culture of collaboration by dedicating time and resources to support provider-led innovation projects, resulting in solutions like Rely Health and Sayvant. Dr. Koury emphasizes the power of a bottom-up approach to implementing meaningful, real-time decision-support technologies that enhance care, improve diagnoses, and reduce costs. He urges healthcare leaders to champion evidence-based projects that demonstrate technology's benefits and influence policy changes.  Tune in and learn how to unlock the power of frontline innovation to transform healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Theo Koury on LinkedIn. Follow Vituity on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

Transforming Healthcare with CAQH: Erin Weber and Don Rucker on Data Quality and Interoperability

A modern digital healthcare economy is impossible without a robust provider directory, which serves as the foundation for interoperability and crucial processes.  In this episode, Erin Weber, Chief Policy and Research Officer, discusses how CAQH supports provider directories, emphasizing the need for data accuracy and standardization through initiatives like universal group roster templates. She highlights the importance of interoperability and maintaining accurate data to ensure seamless care delivery and billing. Don Rucker, Chief Strategy Officer, talks about modern FHIR APIs and interoperability. He uses the analogy of domain name services on the internet and stresses the need for “computable interoperability” where data can be used in real time to improve care. They explain how the 21st Century Cures Act has impacted healthcare and how legacy systems need to be modernized. Don and Erin stress that this work is crucial for modern healthcare to evolve and deliver improved patient experiences.  Tune in and learn how these key changes are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Erin Weber on LinkedIn. Follow CAQH on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Don Rucker on LinkedIn. Learn more about 1upHealth on their LinkedIn and website. Check out the latest annual CAQH Index Report here.
May 1, 2025

PatientPoint Chief Experience & Innovation Officer Shawn Nason on Blending Heart-Centered Design and Technology for Better Healthcare Experiences

Transforming healthcare requires a blend of technology, content, and heart-centered design that prioritizes patients. In this episode, Shawn Nason, Chief Experience and Innovation Officer at PatientPoint, shares insights on how his company empowers better health through its unique product portfolio, which includes interactive screens in waiting and exam rooms and back-office solutions. He emphasizes the importance of creating personalized, easy, and surprising experiences for patients, citing personal stories from his own cancer journey. Shawn highlights how PatientPoint uses content to drive behavior change, offering educational and entertaining material that simplifies healthcare processes for patients. Looking ahead, he discusses his company’s bold initiatives, such as expanding its innovation network and collaborating with industries outside of healthcare to transform the patient experience. Tune in and learn how PatientPoint is reimagining the future of healthcare by putting people at the heart of technology and design! Resources: Connect with and follow Shawn Nason on LinkedIn. Follow PatientPoint on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 1, 2025

Noom’s Geoff Cook & Cody Fair on Transforming Chronic Disease Management with AI and GLP-1 Innovations

A groundbreaking approach to making healthcare affordable and effective is combining GLP-1 medications with a powerful behavior change platform. In this episode, Noom’s Geoff Cook, CEO, and Cody Fair, Chief Commercial Officer, discuss their mission to help people live healthier, longer lives through behavior change and accessible healthcare solutions like Noom. They highlight their new initiatives, such as partnerships to reduce GLP-1 medication costs and an innovative AI body scan that measures lean muscle and fat composition, empowering employers to offer sustainable health benefits even for high-cost medications. Geoff and Cody explore the critical role of behavior change, emphasizing protein tracking and AI-powered food logging to enhance outcomes. They delve into leveraging wearable tech and AI to remove friction and personalize health interventions, preventing muscle loss and future health risks like sarcopenia.  Lastly, Geoff and Cody also stress the importance of democratizing healthcare by offering end-to-end solutions that integrate medication, coaching, and data-driven insights for chronic disease management. Tune in and learn how these bold innovations are transforming weight management and chronic disease prevention while making healthcare more accessible and affordable! Resources: Connect with and follow Geoff Cook on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Cody Fair on LinkedIn. Follow Noom on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 30, 2025

Jim Kirby on Transforming Healthcare: Integrating Food, Pharmacy, and Health at Kroger

Integrating health services into retail through a holistic approach that aligns food, pharmacy, and healthcare improves consumer health outcomes. In the latest episode, Jim Kirby, Chief Commercial Officer at Kroger Health, discusses how Kroger is integrating health services into their stores. He emphasizes a holistic approach that combines food, pharmacy, and healthcare to improve consumer health. Kirby shares a personal story to highlight the importance of understanding a patient's overall health needs, including diet. He also discusses Kroger Health's strategies, such as a food health score, to guide healthier choices and potentially reduce healthcare costs. Tune in now to gain valuable insights and be inspired by how holistic health approaches can transform healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Jim Kirby on LinkedIn and contact him at jim.kirby@kroger.com. Follow Kroger Health on LinkedIn and Instagram and visit their website.  Visit the Nourishing Change Conference on their website.
April 30, 2025

Bridging Rural Healthcare Gaps with Tech and Compassion with Amar Kendale, co-founder and president of Homeward Health

Improving access to high-quality healthcare in rural communities is achievable through tailored technology solutions, local workforce upskilling, and value-based care models.  In this episode, Amar Kendale, co-founder and president of Homeward Health,  discusses the unique challenges and needs of rural healthcare, focusing on how his company is reimagining care delivery for underserved communities. He shares how leveraging advanced technology, such as telemedicine and AI, Homeward Health aims to bridge healthcare gaps in rural America, enhancing access, reducing wait times, and improving health outcomes. Amar also provides insights on their value-based care model, the importance of upskilling local healthcare workers, and the potential for meaningful partnerships in rural health innovation. Tune in and discover how to tackle the rural healthcare crisis with innovative, compassionate solutions!  Resources: Connect with and follow Amar Kendale on LinkedIn. Follow Homeward Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 30, 2025

Transforming Obesity Management with FlyteHealth’s Personalized Approach with Gabe Castaneda, Chief Revenue Officer at FlyteHealth

FlyteHealth achieves significant weight loss results, averaging 15.8% with non-GLP-1s and further improvements with GLP-1s. In this episode, Gabe Castaneda, Chief Revenue Officer at FlyteHealth, talks about advancements and issues in obesity management, particularly focusing on GLP-1 medications. With 25 years of healthcare experience, Gabe highlights FlyteHealth’s innovative approach combining lifestyle management with clinical medication management. FlyteHealth's patented algorithm delivers personalized care, often utilizing non-GLP-1s to reduce costs and avoid side effects and aiming for sustainable weight loss. He also discusses the company's strategic partnerships and expansion plans, advocates for avoiding GLP-1s, and warns against compound prescriptions. Tune in to discover how FlyteHealth is revolutionizing obesity management with innovative solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Gabe Castaneda on LinkedIn. Follow FlyteHealth on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 30, 2025

Redesigning the Aging Journey with Preeti Kaur, Executive Vice President, Head of Engineering and Data at Honor Technology

Binding technology innovation with compassion to increase the capacity to take care of older adults at home.  In this episode, Preeti Kaur, Executive Vice President, Head of Engineering and Data at Honor Technology, shares insights into her company’s mission to empower older adults to age with dignity at home and the unique challenges of in-home care. She talks about the company’s bold use of technology, including machine learning and AI, to enhance care matching and improve care quality. Preeti offers inspiring advice to women in tech, advocating for confidence and perseverance in a field that benefits from diverse perspectives. She also brings some insights into the future of healthcare innovation and the balance of "high tech, high touch" for impactful patient care. Tune in to discover how technology and compassion come together to empower dignified, impactful in-home care for older adults!  Resources: Connect with and follow Preeti Kaur on LinkedIn. Follow Honor Technology on LinkedIn and discover their website.
April 30, 2025

Advancing Maternal Mental Health with Bold Initiatives with Chris Benecchi, Chief Operating Officer at Sage Therapeutics

Maternal mental health requires a fundamental shift in perception and treatment. In this episode, Chris Benecchi, Chief Operating Officer at Sage Therapeutics, talks about maternal mental health, specifically postpartum depression, and the initiatives Sage Therapeutics is undertaking. He talks about how they’re developing innovative therapies and creating partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem. Chris also explains the importance of grassroots efforts, public health collaboration, and the personal impact of postpartum depression. Tune in and learn about the latest innovations in maternal mental health! Resources: Connect with and follow Chris Benecchi on LinkedIn. Follow Sage Therapeutics on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and visit their website.
April 30, 2025

Driving Healthcare Innovation with Collaboration and AI with Dr. Rick Newell, CEO of Inflect and Chief Transformation Officer of Vituity

To accelerate transformative healthcare solutions, we need a collaborative approach aligning technology, workflows, and stakeholder needs. In this episode, Dr. Rick Newell, CEO of Inflect and Chief Transformation Officer of Vituity. Rick dives into how Inflect is revolutionizing healthcare innovation by fostering a unique environment for collaboration, investment, and advisory services. From leveraging AI to improve physician workflows to advancing precision medicine, Dr. Newell outlines Inflect’s role in bridging gaps in the healthcare ecosystem while ensuring innovations are practical and sustainable. Tune in and learn how innovative solutions, from leveraging AI to fostering collaboration at scale, are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Rick Newell on LinkedIn. Follow Vituity on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow Inflect on LinkedIn and explore their website. Reach out to inflect at hello@inflect.health
April 30, 2025

Transforming Mental Health Care with the 90-90-90 Vision with Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health, and Rebecca Messing Haigler, strategic advisor at the Kennedy Forum

The 90-90-90 initiative by the Kennedy Forum aims to achieve 90% mental health screening, 90% access to evidence-based care, and 90% of individuals living in recovery by 2033. In this episode of The Beat Podcast, Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health, and Rebecca Messing Haigler, strategic advisor at the Kennedy Forum, discuss the Kennedy Forum's 90-90-90 initiative, which aims to enhance mental and behavioral health by 2033 through comprehensive screening, evidence-based care, and recovery living.  The conversation highlights the integration of physical and social health considerations, the necessity for updated payment models in mental health care, and the importance of partnerships and collaborations.  Tune in to learn how these initiatives are driving systemic change in mental health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Malekeh Amini on LinkedIn. Follow Trayt on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Connect with and follow Rebecca Messing Haigler on LinkedIn. Follow The Kennedy Forum on LinkedIn and visit their website. 
April 30, 2025

Breaking Down Obesity Stigma Through Bias-Free Care with Jamie Coleman, Vice President of Marketing at Eli Lilly and Company

Obesity-related stigma is combatted with a bias-free image gallery and people-first language to reduce weight discrimination. In this episode, Jamie Coleman, Vice President of Marketing at Eli Lilly and Company , discusses initiatives to combat obesity-related stigma, focusing on a bias-free image gallery created with the Obesity Action Coalition. She explains obesity as a complex disease, often misunderstood, with media reinforcing stereotypes. The gallery aims to humanize obesity and improve care. Jamie highlights the impact of weight bias on access to care and urges the use of people-first language to reduce stigma, equating weight discrimination to a human rights issue.  Tune in to gain valuable insights into how these efforts are changing the landscape of obesity care! Resources: Connect with and follow Jamie Coleman on LinkedIn. Follow Eli Lilly and Company on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Learn about the Stop Weight Bias campaign. Check out the OAC Bias-Free Image Gallery.
April 30, 2025

Revolutionizing Healthcare Scheduling with Automation with Ari Brenner, the co-founder and CEO of In-House Health

Improve clinical scheduling, reduce nurse burnout, and enhance patient care efficiency with the In-House Health platform. In this episode, Ari Brenner, the co-founder and CEO of In-House Health, discusses how the Company leverages an automation platform to improve clinical scheduling and healthcare outcomes. By reducing the time managers spend on scheduling and enhancing accuracy, In-House Health aims to prevent nurse burnout and improve patient care. The company focuses on creating organizational efficiencies, better nurse work-life balance, and reducing reliance on external staffing by providing predictability and flexibility in nursing schedules. Ari envisions these efficiencies extending to workforce management at large, enhancing predictability and optimization across facilities. Tune in to discover how automation is transforming healthcare workforce management! Resources: Connect with and follow Ari Brenner on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Sergey Vasilenko on LinkedIn. Follow In-House Health on LinkedIn and visit their website. 
April 30, 2025

A New Era of Patient-Centric Medicine with Shaun Noorian, founder and CEO of Empower Pharmacy

Compounding pharmacies in a digital-first healthcare landscape is essential for democratizing access to affordable and personalized medications and achieving better outcomes. In this episode, Shaun Noorian, founder and CEO of Empower Pharmacy, shares insights into how compounding pharmacies are transforming healthcare by providing personalized, cost-effective solutions. Shaun highlights the rising demand for compounded medications in a digital-first healthcare system, emphasizing the shift away from traditional models towards direct, patient-centric approaches. He explains how patients are contacting the providers directly, skipping all the intermediaries that are raising the costs of medicines. Shaun also talks about how Empower Pharmacy innovates to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and customized to individual needs, ultimately creating a future where patients have more control and access to quality therapies. Tune in and discover how compounding pharmacies and a patient-centric approach can improve health outcomes faster and more effectively and be the future of health.  Resources Connect with and follow Shaun Noorian on LinkedIn. Follow Empower Pharmacy on LinkedIn and explore their website.
April 30, 2025

AI, Analytics, and the Future of Healthcare Strategy with Andy Dé, Chief Marketing Officer at Lightbeam Health Solutions

What happens when cutting-edge AI meets the future of personalized healthcare? In this episode, Andy Dé, Chief Marketing Officer at Lightbeam Health Solutions, discusses the transformative role of AI and analytics in shaping personalized, value-based healthcare. Drawing on a diverse career across pharma, medtech, diagnostics, and provider networks, Andy highlights the evolution from descriptive to predictive and prescriptive analytics, driven by data and AI advancements. He emphasizes the rise of agentic AI and automation in workflows, improving care coordination, risk stratification, and outcomes, particularly in population health management. Andy also explores the convergence of emerging technologies like robotics, virtual reality, and machine vision with AI in global healthcare settings. He concludes by noting both the tremendous opportunities and risks AI presents, ranging from healing and operational efficiency to ethical concerns and potential misuse. Tune in and learn how agentic AI is transforming care delivery, improving outcomes, and reshaping the industry as we know it! Resources: Connect with and follow Andy Dé on LinkedIn. Follow Lightbeam Health Solutions on LinkedIn and discover their website! Check out Vikram Ekambaram’s LinkedIn GenAI for GTM Newsletter!
April 30, 2025

Personalized Healthcare Through Compounding and Telehealth with Strive Pharmacy’s Andrea Daniels, Director of Clinical Services, and Kaleo Alo, Vice President of Business Development

Tailored treatments, proper medication usage, and proactive wellness practices improve healthcare outcomes. In this episode, Strive Pharmacy’s Andrea Daniels, Director of Clinical Services, and Kaleo Alo, Vice President of Business Development, discuss the company’s mission to revolutionize patient care through compounding and personalized medicine. They highlight the advantages of telehealth in providing patients with access to tailored wellness plans. Andrea and Kaleo talk about patient education and vertical integration and how Strive Pharmacy is dedicated to empowering both providers and patients to embrace personalized healthcare solutions. They also share insights into their bold vision for the future of healthcare, including an increased commitment to patient advocacy and education around compounding pharmacy. Tune in to learn how personalized healthcare is being transformed through compounding, telehealth, and a bold commitment to patient advocacy!   Resources: Connect with and follow Andrea Daniels on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Kaleo Alo on LinkedIn. Follow Strive Pharmacy on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

Pioneering Obesity Treatment with Medication and Lifestyle Transformation with Rob MacNaughton, CEO of Calibrate

The future of obesity treatment lies in combining powerful drug therapies with clinician-led lifestyle interventions. In this episode, Rob MacNaughton, CEO of Calibrate, discusses the company’s pioneering approach to weight management. He shares how Calibrate blends anti-obesity medications with clinician-led lifestyle interventions to ensure sustainable weight loss outcomes. This model not only helps individuals maintain weight loss but also drives better healthcare outcomes while reducing costs. Rob highlights Calibrate’s commitment to clinical integrity and ongoing research into tapering medication and long-term success, providing valuable insights into the future of obesity treatment. Tune in and learn how combining medication with lifestyle changes is transforming obesity treatment and delivering lasting health benefits. Resources: Connect with and follow Rob MacNaughton on LinkedIn. Follow Calibrate on LinkedIn and explore their website. 
April 29, 2025

How Clinii is Enhancing Care Efficiency Through EMR Integration with Peri Avitan, CEO of Clinii

Integration of AI and digital tools to streamline healthcare workflows, making patient care more efficient and effective. In this episode, Peri Avitan, CEO of Clinii, discusses the company's evolution from patient engagement tools to a focus on care management through AI and EMR integration. Clinii streamlines data processes and optimizes workflows by integrating with 90 EMRs. By addressing the challenge of limited internal resources and non-care tasks, Clinii improves staff efficiency, reduces costs, and increases revenue. The podcast also highlights Clinii's customer-focused approach and their use of AI tools to monitor patient care plans and reduce hospitalization risks. Tune in to discover how Clinii is revolutionizing healthcare with digital tools and AI. Resources: Connect with and follow Peri Avitan on LinkedIn. Follow Clinii on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

AI’s Role in Revolutionizing Healthcare at Takeda with Leo Barella

AI is revolutionizing healthcare innovation, from drug discovery and clinical trials to leveraging wearables for patient care and collaborating with regulatory bodies. In this episode, Leo Barella, Chief Technology Officer at Takeda, discusses how AI is transforming healthcare. Barella highlights AI's potential in drug discovery, clinical trials, and wearable technology, drawing inspiration from SpaceX and Tesla's data-driven approaches. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration with regulatory bodies to integrate consumer health data and improve patient understanding in clinical trials. Barella envisions AI's role in healthcare evolving towards a future of improved efficiency and patient outcomes, similar to advancements in autonomous driving. Tune in to discover how AI is transforming healthcare innovation at Takeda, from enhancing drug discovery and clinical trials to leveraging wearables for better patient outcomes. Resources: Connect with and follow Leo Barella on LinkedIn. Follow Takeda on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

The Role of Community Pharmacists in Chronic Disease Prevention, Nutrition, and Trust with Colleen Lindholz, President at Kroger Health

Community pharmacists can play a key role in improving chronic disease prevention, population health, and access to care. In this episode, Colleen Lindholz, President at Kroger Health, discusses the integration of health and nutrition through innovative "Food as Medicine" strategies. She talks about the focus on preventative care to address chronic disease management and promote healthier lifestyles. Colleen highlights the critical role of community pharmacists in improving population health and combating misinformation, emphasizing trust and accessibility in healthcare. She also discusses the benefits of GLP-1 medications and their limitations. Tune in and explore innovative strategies that combine nutrition, trust, and accessibility. Resources: Connect with and follow Colleen Lindholz on LinkedIn. Follow Kroger Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

Revolutionizing Reproductive Care: Expanding Contraceptive Access in Primary Healthcare with Mark Edwards

Contraceptive care is being integrated into primary healthcare to improve accessibility and support. In this episode, Mark Edwards, co-founder and CEO of Upstream, explains that Upstream's mission is to ensure high-quality contraceptive services are accessible in primary care settings. This work addresses "contraceptive deserts" and supports clinicians in states with challenging reproductive health environments by training a wide range of healthcare providers. Mark highlights success stories in states with restricted abortion access, where healthcare organizations have expanded contraceptive offerings. He also explains how Upstream aims to assist providers in adopting contraceptive care as standard practice, making it possible for patients to receive immediate counseling and the method of choice during their visits.  Tune in to learn how Upstream is transforming contraceptive care in primary healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Edwards on LinkedIn. Follow Upstream USA on LinkedIn and visit their website. Contact Upstream USA at info@upstream.org
April 29, 2025

How Employers Drive Value-Based Care, Equity, and Innovation with Dan Mendelson, CEO of Morgan Health

As major healthcare payers, employers can drive value-based care, health equity, and innovative models to improve outcomes and cut costs. In this episode, Dan Mendelson, CEO of Morgan Health, discusses how employers, as significant healthcare payers, can play a pivotal role in demanding and implementing quality care models. He dives into the impact of primary care innovations, tackling health equity. Dan talks about the critical need for actionable data in transforming healthcare delivery. Dan also mentions how Morgan Health helps close the gaps by putting primary healthcare services close to their employees.  Tune in and uncover how employers can revolutionize healthcare delivery through value-based care, health equity initiatives, and innovative small business solutions!  Resources: Connect with and follow Dan Mendelson on LinkedIn. Follow Morgan Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

Building Healthier Communities Through Equity and Inclusion with Timshel Tarbet

To build healthier communities, healthcare organizations must foster a culture of inclusivity and equity that extends beyond their walls. In this episode, Timshel Tarbet, Chief Healthcare Experience and Equity Officer at Providence Health Plan, shares her unique approach to healthcare, the importance of integrating health equity, diversity, and inclusion within the organization, and extending that outward to the community. She highlights how Providence Health Plan is building a strong internal culture of care to better serve its members and how they are prioritizing equitable healthcare outcomes through community partnerships and addressing social determinants of health. Timshel also discusses the Health for All Initiative, which focuses on building relationships with community organizations to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care. Tune in and learn how equity in healthcare starts within and transforms into healthier communities!  Resources: Connect with and follow Timshel Tarbet on LinkedIn. Follow Providence Health Plan on LinkedIn and Instagram and visit their website.
April 29, 2025

AI, Personalization, and Disrupting the Status Quo with Mark Bertolini, CEO of Oscar Health

AI and data are being used to transform the health insurance industry by personalizing experiences, enhancing consumer choice, and promoting sustainable innovation. In this episode of the HLTH Executive Series, Dr. Leana Wen interviews Mark Bertolini, CEO of Oscar Health, who envisions disrupting the health insurance industry with innovative approaches. Bertolini describes Oscar as a “pirate ship” challenging traditional insurers, emphasizing tailored insurance markets, consumer health reimbursement accounts, and integrating mental health services based on his personal experiences. He critiques value-based contracts, advocating for high-performing networks that preserve provider-patient relationships while highlighting the potential of the ACA’s risk adjustment mechanism to expand consumer choice. Additionally, Oscar Health leverages AI to enhance efficiency and reduce costs while remaining cautious about biases in clinical data. Tune in to discover how Oscar Health is revolutionizing the insurance industry with AI and data innovation! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Bertolini on LinkedIn. Follow Oscar Health on LinkedIn and visit their website. 
April 29, 2025

Kevin Ritter, EVP at Altera Digital Health, on AI, Interoperability, and the Future of Personalized Care

Remote patient monitoring, powered by AI, enables better analysis of patient data from wearables and chronic condition devices. In this episode, Kevin Ritter, Executive Vice President of Care in Motion at Altera Digital Health, discusses how his organization is driving change in healthcare delivery by focusing on interoperability, data quality, and the application of emerging technologies. Kevin shares insights into Altera Digital Health's commitment to providing personalized well-care through improved data sharing and decision-making tools. He highlights the importance of actionable data, AI-enabled search, natural language processing (NLP), and remote patient monitoring in enhancing the care process. Finally, Kevin emphasizes Altera Digital Health's dedication to serving health systems, physician organizations, and payers globally by delivering high-quality data to clinicians within their existing workflows. Tune in to learn how Altera Digital Health is transforming healthcare through innovative data solutions and technologies! Resources: Connect with and follow Kevin Ritter on LinkedIn. Learn more about Altera Digital Health on their LinkedIn and website.
April 29, 2025

Philips and the Future of Healthcare: James Woods on AI, Equity, and Innovation

The future of healthcare will be shaped by trends such as personalized medicine, home care, and addressing equity and access to healthcare. In this episode, James E. Woods, II, Head of Enterprise Informatics at Philips North America, explores the company’s commitment to end-to-end client partnerships, improving clinical efficiencies, and delivering actionable insights through data. He highlights Philips’s investment in AI innovation, its leadership in patent applications, and its efforts to ensure trustworthy AI solutions. James also explains how Philips mitigates bias in AI through five core principles: prioritizing patient well-being, augmenting human capabilities, ensuring robustness, promoting fairness, and maintaining transparency. Lastly, he discusses future trends like personalized medicine, home care, and healthcare equity, emphasizing the role of change management in technology adoption. Tune in to learn how Philips is driving change in healthcare through innovative technology, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to ethical AI implementation! Resources: Connect with and follow James E. Woods, II on LinkedIn. Learn more about Philips on their LinkedIn and website.
April 29, 2025

Advancing Access to Maternal Mental Health with Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Innovative solutions and heartfelt experiences are driving significant changes in mental health care. In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast, Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling, highlights the urgent need for addressing maternal mental health. 1 in 5 women experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, which are often underreported and untreated. Tina shares that Seven Starling’s specialized care tailored specifically for women features specialized therapists, groups for shared experiences, and partnerships with OB/GYNs for seamless referrals. Tune in to explore how Seven Starling's personal experiences and innovative technology are shaping the future of maternal mental healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Tina Keshani on LinkedIn. Follow Seven Starling on LinkedIn and explore their website.   Visit Behavioral Health Tech on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth:Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 29, 2025

The Right Place, The Right Time: Optimizing Sick Care Access with Alex Guastella, CEO of Sympti

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Using AI to guide patients to the right care setting optimizes resources and enhances patient experiences. In this episode, Alex Guastella, CEO of Sympti, explores how his company helps patients navigate the 141 million annual ER visits and millions more urgent care visits. He explains that Sympti’s AI-powered sick care triage system guides patients based on symptoms, distinguishing it from scheduled care platforms. This technology, which proved highly effective during the COVID-19 pandemic, helps hospitals and urgent care providers optimize resources while directing patients to lower-cost settings with 90% accuracy for ED placement. Alex also addresses the common issue of patients defaulting to the ER due to a lack of awareness about urgent care options and shares personal advice on the importance of taking decompression breaks. Tune in and learn how AI-driven navigation is streamlining immediate care access and enhancing efficiency! Resources:  Connect and follow Alex Guastella on LinkedIn. Learn more about DexCare on their LinkedIn and website. Email Alex directly here. Fast Track Your Business Growth:Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 28, 2025

Revolutionizing Consumer Healthcare with AI and Data Innovation with Bernardo Tavares, Chief Technology and Data Officer at Kenvue

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com AI and data are being used to transform consumer healthcare by personalizing experiences, reducing friction, supporting growth, and promoting sustainable innovation. In this episode of The Beat podcast, Bernardo Tavares, Chief Technology and Data Officer at Kenvue, discusses leveraging AI and data to transform consumer healthcare. He shares his journey from the tech industry to consumer goods and healthcare, emphasizing how technology can enhance the consumer experience. Kenvue, known for brands like Tylenol and Listerine, is the largest pure-play consumer health company and focuses on digital reinvention. Bernardo highlights how AI can personalize consumer interactions, reduce operational friction, and drive growth. He also discusses sustainability efforts, including a digital menopause platform aimed at breaking societal taboos. Tune in to discover how Kenvue is revolutionizing consumer healthcare with AI and data innovation Resources: Connect with and follow Bernardo Tavares on LinkedIn. Follow Kenvue on LinkedIn and Instagram and visit their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 25, 2025

Authority and Acquisition: The Dual Pillars Of Provider Growth with Bryan Cush, CEO of Tidal Health Group

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Healthcare providers thrive long-term by moving beyond transactional marketing to build brand authority and patient relationships before urgent care needs arise. In this episode, Bryan Cush, CEO of Tidal Health Group, explains how his agency helps care delivery brands navigate the online patient journey through authority building and patient acquisition. He warns against over-relying on short-term tactics, stressing the importance of trust-building in healthcare decisions, especially for specialized care. Bryan advises providers to focus on 1-2 core internal business metrics, such as net new patient visits, rather than short-term marketing ROI. He also shares how Tidal Health’s specialization, custom marketing analytics, and emphasis on reputation management set it apart in the evolving digital landscape. Tune in and learn effective strategies for building provider authority, acquiring the right patients, and understanding the modern healthcare marketing landscape! Resources:  Connect and follow Bryan Cush on LinkedIn. Learn more about Tidal Health Group on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 25, 2025

The Patient-Led Revolution is Redefining Healthcare Data Access with Susannah Fox, author of “Rebel Health” and technology strategist

Empowering patients with access to their health data and information is crucial for better health outcomes.  In this episode, Susannah Fox, author of "Rebel Health" and technology strategist, discusses the importance of patient-led healthcare revolutions, the democratization of health information, and the need for patients to own their data. She also highlights the importance of improving collaboration between dental and medical care, empowering patients with credible information, and recognizing the seeker, networker, solver, and champion archetypes as essential roles in navigating complex healthcare systems. Tune in and learn how patients, clinicians, and innovators can work together to create a more equitable and effective healthcare landscape! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Resources: Connect with and follow Susannah Fox on LinkedIn and her website. Buy Susannah Fox’s book, Rebel Health, here. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
April 24, 2025

The Power Of Appreciation: How Recognizing Nurses Changes Healthcare with Bonnie Barnes, co-founder of The DAISY Foundation

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The DAISY Foundation exemplifies how profound grief can be transformed into a lasting legacy of gratitude and recognition for nurses.  In this episode, Bonnie Barnes, co-founder of The DAISY Foundation, shares how the organization was born from the tragic loss of her stepson, Patrick, and inspired by the compassionate care he received from nurses. To honor their invaluable contributions, Bonnie and her family created The DAISY Award, allowing patients, families, and colleagues to express their gratitude. She discusses the foundation's incredible growth, now recognizing nurses in over 7,100 healthcare facilities and nursing schools across 43 countries. Bonnie also highlights their book, Shining the Light on All the Right, which celebrates the art of nursing and reinforces the profound impact nurses have worldwide. Tune in and learn how a personal tragedy blossomed into a global movement of recognition and appreciation for the nursing profession! Resources:  Connect and follow Bonnie Barnes on LinkedIn. Learn more about The Daisy Foundation on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Shining The Light to All the Right book here. Listen to the Shining The Light to All the Right audiobook here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 23, 2025

Leading with Empathy in Mental Health with Dr. Mike Franz, Executive Medical Director for Behavioral Health at Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Transforming mental healthcare through personal stories and innovative solutions is pivotal in enhancing access for all. In this episode, Dr. Mike Franz, Executive Medical Director for Behavioral Health at Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, shares his personal battles with depression and anxiety, illustrating how these experiences shape his empathetic approach to patient care. He emphasizes the significance of effective treatment, highlighting therapy, medication, and the need to destigmatize mental health issues. Dr. Franz discusses the interdependence of mental and physical health, showcasing the accessible services his health plan offers, such as rapid access to psychiatrists and therapists. He encourages leaders to openly share their mental health journeys to help reduce stigma and foster a more supportive environment. Tune in to discover how Dr. Franz is transforming behavioral health care, breaking down barriers to access, and inspiring inclusive solutions for everyone! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Mike Franz on LinkedIn. Follow Behavioral Health Tech on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 22, 2025

Championing Children’s Health with Mark Del Monte, CEO of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Children's health is at the forefront of healthcare transformation, driven by efforts to personalize experiences, ensure consistent coverage, and combat misinformation. In this episode of the Beat Executive Speaker Series, Leana Wen interviews Mark Del Monte, CEO of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), about the organization's priorities and policies. Del Monte explains that AAP, with 67,000 members, prioritizes policies based on evidence and feedback from both its board and members, focusing on diverse issues like mental health, equity, and environmental health. He emphasizes the importance of Medicaid and CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) as vital coverage for children, noting concerns over 5.5 million children losing coverage post-pandemic due to procedural issues. Del Monte advocates for merging Medicaid and CHIP into a national program to eliminate variability between states, providing consistent healthcare for children. Tune in to discover how the AAP is championing child healthcare and fighting misinformation for a healthier future! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Del Monte on LinkedIn. Follow AAP on LinkedIn and visit their website. Visit healthychildren.org to get valuable info for your family. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 18, 2025

Genomic Insights: A New Era For Proactive Healthcare with Surya Singh, CEO of InformedDNA

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The key to improving patient outcomes and lowering healthcare costs lies in effectively integrating genomic insights into clinical decision-making.  In this episode, Surya Singh, CEO of InformedDNA, discusses how his company uses technology and genetic information to enhance population health. He shares the recent acquisition of Coriell Life Sciences, a pharmacogenomics company, to expand its proactive healthcare capabilities. With a background as a physician and healthcare strategist, Surya emphasizes the importance of shifting from reactive to preventive care. He also highlights the launch of DNA Impact, a population health platform designed to identify and support at-risk individuals by streamlining the genetic testing process and addressing the underutilization of validated genetic assessments. Tune in and learn how genomic solutions can revolutionize healthcare and improve patient outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Surya Singh on LinkedIn. Learn more about InformedDNA on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about DNA Impact here. Buy Good to Great by Jim Collins here. Grab a copy of Turning the Flywheel by Jim Collins here. Get the book Accelerating Growth by Vern Davenport here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 17, 2025

The Truth About Health Insurance: Frank Lobb Exposes the System with Frank Lobb, engineer, consultant, and author

Think you have health insurance? Think again. In this episode, Frank Lobb, engineer, consultant, and author, exposes the hidden flaws in the U.S. healthcare insurance system in The Big Lie in My Healthcare Bill. He explains that what we call health insurance is not true insurance, as there is no enforceable contract between patients and insurers, only between insurers and healthcare providers, who are often barred from billing patients when claims are denied. This system allows insurers to prioritize cost-cutting over patient care, leading to widespread rationing and unexpected medical bills. Lobb critiques how regional insurance monopolies exploit an inelastic market, raising prices without accountability while limiting access to necessary care. He advocates for transparency, open discussion, and systemic reform to ensure healthcare prioritizes patients over profits. Tune in and discover the hidden truths about health insurance and learn how to protect yourself from denied payments and unexpected bills! Resources: Connect with and follow Frank Lobb on LinkedIn and visit his website! Get a copy of The Big Lie in My Healthcare Bill here!
April 16, 2025

A New Approach To Healthcare Beyond Clinics And Telemedicine with Karthik Ganesh, CEO of OnMed

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Access to healthcare is a binary issue, and current modalities are not scaling to meet the exponentially growing demand, making innovative solutions crucial.  In this episode, Karthik Ganesh, CEO of OnMed, introduces their innovative care station designed to address gaps in healthcare access. He explains that 84 million Americans face barriers due to costly clinics, clinician shortages, and the limitations of traditional telemedicine. OnMed’s kiosk, staffed by live clinicians and equipped with medical devices, provides primary, urgent, and post-acute care in settings ranging from rural communities to prisons. Karthik emphasizes that this hybrid model blends the comfort of a clinic with the scalability of telehealth to make healthcare more accessible, convenient, and consumer-focused. Tune in and learn how OnMed is revolutionizing healthcare access and addressing the unmet needs of underserved communities! Resources:  Connect and follow Karthik Ganesh on LinkedIn. Learn more about OnMed on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Karthik’s previous interview on our podcast. Buy Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 16, 2025

From Crisis Line to Continuum of Care: Expanding 988’s Impact with Pawel Walczuk, Managing Director at Accenture

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The 988 crisis lifeline must integrate into a broader mental health network through partnerships, technology, and strategic expansion to tackle the root causes of crises effectively. In this episode, Pawel Walczuk, Managing Director at Accenture, discusses the transformative potential of 988, the national mental health crisis line. He highlights how it can evolve to address broader behavioral health needs and the importance of connecting the crisis line to a broader care ecosystem. Pawel also talks about addressing workforce shortages through technology and leveraging partnerships across startups, governments, and larger organizations to scale solutions effectively.  Tune in to explore how 988 can evolve into a cornerstone for comprehensive mental health care!  Resources: Connect with and follow Pawel Walczuk on LinkedIn. Follow Accenture on LinkedIn and explore the website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 15, 2025

The Surprisingly Complex Problem Of Calculating Order Costs with G.T. LaBorde, CEO of IllumiCare

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The most crucial aspect of clinical financial decision support is knowing what not to say to physicians to avoid alert fatigue while still impacting cost-effective patient care.  In this episode, G.T. LaBorde, CEO of IllumiCare, explains how the company integrates with electronic medical records to provide real-time insights on the financial and patient safety implications of clinical decisions. By analyzing data on patient activity, medication orders, lab results, and costs, IllumiCare helps hospitals determine the actual cost of every order and suggests clinically appropriate, lower-cost alternatives. LaBorde highlights the challenge of accurately assessing costs due to the complexity of formulations, pack sizes, and suppliers. With a 30% adoption rate of its recommendations, IllumiCare empowers physicians to make cost-conscious decisions, and the company is now expanding to outpatient settings to reduce duplicative testing and imaging. Tune in and learn how to balance cost considerations with effective clinical care! Resources:  Connect and follow G.T. LaBorde on LinkedIn. Learn more about IllumiCare on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to G.T.’s previous interview on our podcast here. Contact G.T. through IllumicCare’s contact page here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 15, 2025

Transforming Healthcare With Design Thinking: A Workshop for Medical Directors with Ty Hagler, Founder and Principal at Trig

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Innovation and efficiency are opposing ideas, with a focus on cost-per-lesson-learned being key to effective innovation processes.  In this episode, Ty Hagler, Founder and Principal at Trig, shares how his company helps medical innovators navigate the journey from early-stage prototyping to commercialization. He discusses his background, from Olympic hopeful to Home Depot innovator, before founding Trig and discovering his passion for medical devices. Ty highlights their Med Design Training, which emphasizes understanding clinical needs as the "North Star" for any medical device company. He also shares a success story of Couplet Care, an infant bassinet designed for postpartum mothers, and offers insights on market validation, FDA clearance, and practical business tips for medical innovators. Tune in and learn how to reduce your cost-per-lesson-learned to a minimum and take what you're doing to the next level! Resources:  Connect and follow Ty Hagler on LinkedIn. Learn more about Trig on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Profit First by Mike Michalowicz here. Get The Mom Test by Rob Fitzpatrick here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 14, 2025

Transforming Patient Care with Handheld Ultrasound Technology with Dr. John Martin, CMO of Butterfly Network, and Dr. Mike Rotondo, CEO of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Handheld ultrasound technology is revolutionizing healthcare by improving bedside diagnosis and enhancing patient outcomes through seamless electronic health record integration. In this episode, Dr. John Martin, Chief Medical Officer of Butterfly Network, and Dr. Mike Rotondo, CEO of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group. Dr. Martin discusses Butterfly Network's handheld ultrasound technology, revolutionizing point-of-care testing, while Dr. Rotondo highlights their partnership's success in deploying this device within the University of Rochester's health system. They emphasize how this technology improves bedside diagnosis, shortens the time to treatment, and integrates seamlessly into electronic health records, enhancing workflow and patient outcomes. The conversation focuses on overcoming challenges in adopting new healthcare technologies and the importance of collaborations between academic institutions and innovative tech companies. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how these innovations are shaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Michael Rotondo on LinkedIn. Follow the University of Rochester Medical Center on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Dr. John Martin on LinkedIn. Follow Butterfly Network, Inc. on LinkedIn and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 11, 2025

How To Seal The Deal And Close The Last Mile With Patients with Jessica Walker, Founder and CEO of Care Sherpa

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Understanding consumer behavior and creating a high-quality patient experience is critical for healthcare providers seeking to maximize revenue and minimize patient leakage.  In this episode, Jessica Walker, Founder and CEO of Care Sherpa, discusses the critical "last mile" in healthcare marketing, where many patients fail to follow through with treatments. She highlights that 81% of healthcare consumers don’t proceed with intended procedures, with 52% dropping off even after the first visit. Care Sherpa specializes in high-margin, high-consumer-choice services, helping patients navigate financial concerns and build trust in their providers. Jessica emphasizes the importance of combining human connection with technology, such as CRMs, to track leads, prevent revenue loss, and ensure seamless data integration across systems. Tune in and learn how to optimize your patient experience and plug those revenue leaks! Resources:  Connect and follow Jessica Walker on LinkedIn. Learn more about Care Sherpa on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 11, 2025

Why Dentistry Must Move Beyond Reactive Care with Anabella Oquendo Associate Professor at NYU College of Dentistry

To succeed in dentistry, practitioners need clinical skills, leadership, communication, and business knowledge while understanding the mouth's role in overall health. In this episode, Anabella Oquendo, Associate Professor at NYU College of Dentistry, shares her journey from an international student to a leading academic role. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals to drive meaningful change. Professor Oquendo advocates for transforming dental education by encouraging future dentists to take a holistic approach that considers nutrition, sleep quality, and the link between oral and systemic health. She also highlights the role of technology, including AI, in improving diagnostics, enhancing efficiency, and strengthening patient relationships while promoting sustainability and prevention in underserved communities. Tune in and learn how education can redefine dentistry and elevate lives! Resources: Connect with and follow Anabella Oquendo on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow the NYU - College of Dentistry on LinkedIn and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
April 10, 2025

The Real-World Impact Of AI In Healthcare Documentation with Pat Williams, co-founder and CEO of iScribeHealth

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Staying nimble and adaptable to emerging technologies is crucial for success in the rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape.  In this episode, Pat Williams, co-founder and CEO of iScribeHealth, discusses the company's journey as a generative AI documentation company, detailing its evolution through three distinct "Netflix seasons." He highlights how iScribe transitioned from a mobile app focused on EHR integration to offering human-based virtual scribing and ultimately embracing fully automated AI-powered documentation. Pat emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and the nuances of clinical settings, particularly within the ambulatory care sector, to deliver effective solutions. Finally, he touches upon the focus needed in the industry, the challenges of physician acceptance, and iScribe's plans to expand its platform to include autonomous coding, denial management, and prior authorization impact. Tune in and learn how iScribe is leveraging its history and expertise to transform healthcare documentation! Resources:  Connect and follow Pat Williams on LinkedIn. Learn more about iScribeHealth on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Gino Wickman’s book Traction here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 10, 2025

Why Value-Based Care Shifts Responsibility Beyond Clinic Walls with Michael Hoxter, Chief Technology Officer at Lightbeam Health Solutions

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Operationalizing value-based care is the core purpose of modern population health management, moving beyond simple definitions.  In this episode, Michael Hoxter, Chief Technology Officer at Lightbeam Health Solutions, shares key insights from HIMSS 2025, highlighting the growing role of AI and his company’s 12-year journey from a small table to a major industry presence. He explains how Lightbeam leverages data warehousing, analytics, AI-driven patient segmentation, care management, and outreach to support value-based care, particularly in Medicare programs, where they have achieved significant savings. Michael distinguishes population health from chronic care management, emphasizing its broader responsibility for patient outcomes beyond clinical settings. He also discusses Lightbeam’s shift from a product-only company to offering advisory and care management services shaped by client needs and industry feedback. Tune in and learn how data-driven insights transform patient care and the critical role of listening to clients in building a successful health tech company! Resources:  Connect with and follow Michael Hoxter on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lightbeam Health Solutions on their LinkedIn, Instagram, and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 9, 2025

Rethinking Workplace Support for Neurodiversity with Rebecca Warnken, Inclusive Benefits Leader at the Practice of Health Transformation at Aon

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Increased awareness, empathetic management, and culturally competent care are essential for addressing the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals. In this episode, Rebecca Warnken, Inclusive Benefits Leader at the Practice of Health Transformation at Aon, talks about navigating neurodiversity in the workplace and in healthcare. She discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with supporting neurodivergent individuals, both as employees and patients. Rebecca shares her personal and professional journey advocating for increased awareness, better benefits, and cultural competency in care for neurodivergent populations. Tune in to learn how creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals benefits everyone, from the workplace to healthcare!  Resources: Connect with and follow Rebecca Warnken on LinkedIn. Follow Aon on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 8, 2025

Disrupting Healthcare One Conversation At A Time with Mike Mosquito, host of The Buzz Podcast

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Technology and innovation in healthcare are rapidly transforming clinical needs and problem-solving, but this must be approached with caution and risk awareness.  In this episode, Mike Mosquito, the host of The Buzz Podcast and a global thought leader for emerging tech and innovation, discusses The Buzz Podcast’s mission to disrupt the industry by fostering candid conversations between clinical and technological voices. He emphasizes the need to consider both clinical workflows and the impact of technology on patient care while also working to bring more diverse voices into the conversation in 2025. Drawing from his experience as a consultant, advisor, and healthcare IT provider, he highlights the importance of responsible technology adoption, warning against cyber risks and misuse. Mike also explores the future of healthcare innovation, touching on AI in radiology, predictive medicine, and the role of technology in improving patient engagement and outcomes.  Tune in and learn about the importance of patient engagement and patient care and how to balance caution with progress in healthcare tech! Resources:  Connect and follow Mike Mosquito on LinkedIn. Listen to The Buzz Podcast on their website and Apple Podcasts. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 8, 2025

Why Human-Centric Care is Elevating Patient Experience with Abhishek Shah, co-CEO and president at TruDoc

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com To build a successful healthcare company, you must blend technology with human empathy, recognizing that care remains human-centric whether delivered digitally or offline. In this episode, Abhishek Shah, co-CEO and president at TruDoc, shares his journey from venture capital to founding and scaling digital health businesses, culminating in a merger with TruDoc in the Middle East. He highlights TruDoc's virtual-first healthcare ecosystem, which serves over 2 million lives in the UAE and Saudi Arabia by offering real-time consultations, prescription and lab services, and chronic disease management. The company also provides critical care at home to reduce hospitalizations while prioritizing the human element of care alongside technology. With a focus on expanding in the Middle East, TruDoc aims to address the region's vast unmet healthcare needs for its 400 million inhabitants.  Tune in and learn how a patient-centered approach and focusing on the biggest tasks first lead to massive results! Resources:  Connect and follow Abhishek Shah on LinkedIn. Learn more about TruDoc on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 7, 2025

Transforming Healthcare – AI, Cloud, and GE’s Vision with Dr. Taha Kass-Hout

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com GE Healthcare is leading the way in global medical technology and pharmaceutical diagnostics by leveraging innovations like AI and cloud computing to reduce healthcare disparities and improve access. In this episode of The Beat Podcast, Dr. Taha Kass-Hout, GE Healthcare’s Global Chief Science and Technology Officer, discusses how GE Healthcare is leading in global medical technology and pharmaceutical diagnostics through innovations like AI and cloud computing to reduce healthcare disparities and improve access. He introduces the AI-driven CareIntellect platform for oncology and the Health Companion project, which uses agentic AI to optimize patient treatment plans. Dr. Kass-Hout also explains how these technologies can alleviate clinician burnout by streamlining workflows and enhancing operational efficiencies, and highlights GE Healthcare's AI Lab initiative focused on mammography screening. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how GE Healthcare is driving innovation and transforming the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Taha Kass-Hout on LinkedIn. Follow GE Healthcare on LinkedIn and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 4, 2025

Tackling Provider Burnout with Innovative Health IT Solutions with Chad Dodd, VP of Product Management at Athena Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Purpose-built technology solutions tailored for behavioral health providers are essential to enable a more efficient and impactful care delivery system. In this episode, Chad Dodd, Vice President of Product Management at Athena Health, talks about the growing need for innovation in behavioral health technology.  Chad addresses the challenges of administrative burdens, provider shortages, and patient care gaps. He highlights the development of purpose-built solutions for behavioral health providers.  Chad discusses how these tools prioritize asynchronous communication, interoperability, and tailored workflows to alleviate burnout and improve care delivery. Tune in to discover how technology is revolutionizing behavioral health care, addressing provider burnout, and enhancing patient outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Chad Dodd on LinkedIn. Follow Athena Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 4, 2025

Buzz From The HIMSS Floor: Decoding Health IT’s Hottest Topics with Saul Marquez

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The HIMSS 2025 conference floor buzzed with AI's dominance alongside key talks on security, value-based care, and medical device evolution. In this solo recap, host Saul Marquez shares key takeaways from the HIMSS 2025 conference, where AI dominated vendor booths. This widespread presence has amplified the focus on security and governance to ensure safe, effective deployment while addressing clinician bandwidth and scaling solutions. Another major theme is the push toward value-based care, using technology for digital transformation, chronic care management, and population health, often inspired by Medicare Advantage programs. Finally, Saul highlights how medical device companies are shifting beyond hardware, integrating software to enhance interoperability and scalability through Software as a Medical Device (SaMD). Tune in for a concise overview of the technologies and strategies shaping the future of healthcare delivery! Resources:  Connect with and follow Saul Marquez on LinkedIn. Learn more about Outcomes Rocket on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to the Outcomes Rocket podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 4, 2025

Transforming Perceptions: Insights on Autism and Infertility with Jennifer Palumbo, Freelance Writer at Wonder Woman Writer

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Autism advocacy is transforming perceptions and increasing awareness in various domains. In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast, Jennifer Palumbo, a writer and advocate, at the Behavioral Health Tech Conference, shares her journey with autism and infertility, driven by raising her neurodivergent son. She highlights the importance of dispelling misconceptions about autism in the workplace to showcase the value of neurodivergent individuals. Advocacy has been empowering for Jennifer, akin to her previous stand-up comedy work, and she emphasizes humor's role in coping with challenges and making complex topics accessible through Wonder Woman Writer. Jennifer's future panel will explore neurodivergence and technology, and she encourages openness about personal challenges to reduce stigma, inviting listeners to connect with her on platforms like Forbes and Today. Tune in to this insightful episode to learn more about Jennifer's advocacy and the power of humor in navigating life's challenges! Resources: Connect with and follow Jennifer Palumbo on LinkedIn. Follow Wonder Woman Writer LLC on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 3, 2025

Transforming Patient Care With Wireless Technology with Jason Bobay, the President and CEO of Recovery Force Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Eliminating cords and tubes in hospitals can significantly reduce patient and caregiver injuries, leading to safer and more effective care.  In this episode, Jason Bobay, the President and CEO of Recovery Force Health, shares how his company is transforming patient recovery by freeing them from beds and tracking their movement. Recovery Force's compression device, powered by a 40-hour lithium-ion battery, monitors patient position and activity, providing valuable data to healthcare providers. By eliminating traditional tubes and cords, the device reduces fall risks for both nurses and patients while ensuring adherence to recovery plans. Jason also underscores the importance of movement in preventing blood clots and hospital-acquired conditions, as well as the value of in-person interactions to better understand patient needs. Tune in and learn how Recovery Force Health is improving patient outcomes and caregiver safety through innovative medical device technology! Resources:  Connect and follow Jason Bobay on LinkedIn. Learn more about Recovery Force Health on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 3, 2025

AI, Compliance, and the Future of Medical Records with John Bright, CEO of Med Claims Compliance Corporation

The healthcare industry is drowning in billing errors, compliance challenges, and outdated technology.  In this episode, John Bright explains how ambient AI, interoperability fixes, and real-time compliance checking can transform medical records. He shares insights into his work creating point-of-care solutions that leverage AI to generate comprehensive, compliant medical records from ambient conversations. Finally, John explores the limitations of current EHR systems and touches on the concept of human-in-the-loop machine learning and the future of insurance and healthcare technology.   Tune in and learn how AI is revolutionizing medical documentation and compliance, leading to better patient care and streamlined billing processes! Resources: Connect with and follow John Bright on LinkedIn. Follow Med Claims Compliance Corporation on LinkedIn and visit their website!
April 2, 2025

Transforming Teen Mental Health: The Power of Virtual Care with Robert MacNaughton, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Antelope Recovery

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Adolescent behavioral healthcare is undergoing a transformation through innovative virtual solutions. In this episode, Robert MacNaughton, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Antelope Recovery, discusses how his organization addresses challenges in adolescent behavioral healthcare, including mental health deserts and stigmas against virtual care. Antelope Recovery provides virtual, personalized care for high-acuity teens, integrating therapy within their home environments and collaborating with school and healthcare providers. Robert emphasizes the effectiveness of virtual care in improving teens' real-life situations and highlights the importance of clinician wellbeing, collaboration, and sustainable practices. He also advocates for a growth mindset to continually address deficiencies in the behavioral health system. Tune in to discover how Antelope Recovery is transforming adolescent behavioral healthcare with innovative virtual solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Robert MacNaughton on LinkedIn. Follow Antelope Recovery on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 2, 2025

How Behavioral Science Can Drive Adherence In Older Adults with Dr. Chandra Osborn, Chief Experience Officer of AdhereHealth

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency.  Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Medication nonadherence in older populations is a massive problem that significantly impacts clinical outcomes and healthcare costs.  In this episode, Dr. Chandra Osborn, Chief Experience Officer of AdhereHealth, discusses how her organization improves healthcare delivery by focusing on medication adherence in Medicare Advantage populations. AdhereHealth engages non-adherent members using innovative digital channels and evidence-based behavioral science strategies. Dr. Osborn shares how her personal experience with a chronic condition inspired her dedication to improving medication adherence and addressing social determinants of health like transportation and food insecurity. She explains how the information, motivation, and behavioral skills model guides their approach, ensuring individuals understand the importance of medication, know how to take it, stay motivated, and overcome barriers. Tune in and learn how behavioral science and technology are converging to revolutionize medication adherence! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Chandra Osborn on LinkedIn. Learn more about AdhereHealth on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 2, 2025

Shaping Resilient Futures with Social-Emotional Learning with Tessa Zimmerman, Founder & Executive Director at Upstream Education

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Preventative mental health education is essential for student success, and integrating quick, practical tools into daily routines can foster emotional resilience and prevent crises. In this episode, Tessa Zimmerman, founder of Upstream Education, discusses her mission to revolutionize mental health education for students. She talks about her struggles with severe panic attacks as a child and how it impulsed the development of a program that equips educators with tier-one social-emotional learning tools. Tessa mentions how, with the help of a student task force and mental health experts, Upstream Education ensures its programs remain relevant and impactful. She also explains the three pillars to aim to prevent mental health crises: stress management, self-regulation, and attachment. Tune in to learn how small changes and bite-sized tools in education can make a big difference in mental health and foster emotional well-being for students and staff!  Resources: Connect with and follow Tessa Zimmerman on LinkedIn. Follow Upstream Education on LinkedIn. Explore the Upstream Education Website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 1, 2025

Saving Lives Through Seamless Organ Transportation with Laura Epstein, CEO of Pulse Charter Connect

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency.  Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Delays in organ transportation can prevent organs from being transplanted, but Pulse Charter Connect is working to change that! In this episode, Laura Epstein, CEO of Pulse Charter Connect, shares how her company is transforming organ transplantation by making it faster, easier, and more reliable. She highlights the inefficiencies of the current system, where transplant centers rely on multiple vendors, causing delays and lost organs. With her background in engineering and aviation, she explains how Pulse Charter Connect's automated platform streamlines the process to ensure organs reach recipients quickly. Laura also reveals that nearly 20% of procured organs never make it to transplant and emphasizes the industry's commitment to reducing this loss. Tune in and learn how Pulse Charter Connect is transforming organ transplantation and maximizing the gift of donation! Resources:  Connect and follow Laura Epstein on LinkedIn. Learn more about Pulse Charter Connect on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Andy Dunn’s Burn Rate here. Grab a copy of Mike Evans’ Hangry here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
April 1, 2025

Scaling Mental Health Care with Quality at the Core with Julia Bernstein, Chief Operations Officer at Brightside Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com To expand mental healthcare access and balance operational growth with quality care for diverse populations, including underserved communities and teens. In this episode, Julia Bernstein, Chief Operations Officer at Brightside Health, explores the challenges and innovations in scaling quality mental health care to underserved populations. She talks about leveraging evidence-based practices to ensure quality care delivery. Julia discusses utilizing digital tools to address barriers to accessing care for teens. She also shares some insights on navigating regulatory frameworks to expand equitable mental health services. Tune in to discover how digital health innovation transforms access to quality mental health care for underserved communities!  Resources: Connect with and follow Julia Bernstein on LinkedIn. Follow Brightside Health on LinkedIn and discover their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 31, 2025

Is Your Business Visible Online? Learn To Stand Out with Brad Friedman, President of the Friedman Group

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com If they adhere to regulations, healthcare professionals can leverage social media for business growth without risking their licenses.  In this episode, Brad Friedman, President of the Friedman Group, discusses how he helps businesses in regulated industries, especially healthcare, legal, and financial, elevate their digital marketing strategies. He highlights his unique background as a former attorney, bestselling author, and business owner, giving him a distinct advantage in understanding and navigating the complexities of marketing within these industries. Brad emphasizes the increasing difficulty of standing out in a world saturated with online content and how his company assists clients in gaining visibility and generating revenue through digital platforms. He also offers more value by sharing his favorite business resources: Agorapulse, a social media management tool for tracking ROI, and Magai, an AI aggregator tool for accessing various AI models from one place.  Tune in and learn how to navigate digital marketing in regulated industries and gain valuable insights into effective social media strategies! Resources:  Connect and follow Bradley A. Friedman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Friedman Group on their LinkedIn and website. Check out Agorapulase here to schedule your social media posts. Find out more about Magai here. Email Brad directly here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 31, 2025

Revolutionizing Claims Accuracy and Efficiency with Steve Sutherland, the Senior Vice President of Information Systems at CERIS

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Leveraging AI and machine learning to improve payment integrity in healthcare by automating processes, reducing costs, and enhancing claims accuracy. In this episode, Steve Sutherland, the Senior Vice President of Information Systems at CERIS, talks about how the company is leveraging AI and machine learning to improve payment integrity in healthcare by automating payment processes, reducing administrative costs, and improving accuracy in claims adjudication. He emphasizes the importance of security, compliance, and quality data, along with the need to build trust among healthcare professionals. Steve also advocates for the bold adoption of cutting-edge technologies and highlights the importance of pilot projects and proof of concept to align business strategies with technological capabilities. Tune in and discover how CERIS leverages AI and machine learning to improve payment integrity in healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Steve Sutherland on LinkedIn. Follow CERIS on LinkedIn and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 28, 2025

Bridging Behavioral Health and OB Care with Dr. Jessica Gaulton, CEO of Family Well

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Integrating behavioral health into OB practices and utilizing telehealth is critical to addressing the maternal mental health crisis and improving outcomes for families. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Gaulton, CEO of Family Well, discusses the intersection of perinatal mental health and technology, focusing on collaborative care. She discusses how innovative care models are addressing critical gaps in maternal mental health services. Dr. Gaulton talks about embedding behavioral health support into OB practices. She also mentions how leveraging telehealth helps scale access to specialized care for new mothers and families. Tune in to learn how innovative care models and tech-driven solutions are reshaping the future of maternal mental health!  Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jessica Gaulton on LinkedIn. Follow Family Well on LinkedIn and discover their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 28, 2025

AI’s Role In Protein Folding and Neurological Diseases with Dr. Sam Perli, Chief Scientific Officer and founding member of Thinkhat

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com AI is revolutionizing healthcare by offering new ways to solve complex problems, emphasizing data-driven solutions over traditional hypothesis-based approaches. In this episode, Dr. Sam Perli, Chief Scientific Officer and founding member of Thinkhat, discusses how his company is building an AI-powered venture studio to launch innovative healthcare and life sciences companies. Thinkhat serves physicians with its Noki co-pilot for automated tasks, patients with noninvasive monitoring solutions, and pharmaceutical companies with its Encode AI engine for optimizing sequence medicines. Dr. Perli acknowledges skepticism around AI but highlights its potential to solve complex problems like protein folding and neurodegenerative diseases. He encourages openness to AI and suggests cost-effective development strategies, including tapping into global talent pools and leveraging resources in places like Puerto Rico. Tune in and learn how Thinkhat leverages AI to address previously unsolvable problems in medicine, providing a diverse set of solutions across the healthcare industry! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Sam Perli on LinkedIn. Learn more about Thinkhat on their LinkedIn and website. Email Thinkhat directly here. Email Sam here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 28, 2025

Redefining Home Nursing and Patient Advocacy with Jeannemarie Bozza, CEO and founder of Commodore Concierge Nurse Management

Imagine having a dedicated nurse advocate by your side, ensuring you receive the best possible care wherever you call home. In this episode, Jeannemarie Bozza discusses founding Commodore Concierge Nurse Management, a unique home nursing company focused on personalized, holistic care that empowers nurses and prioritizes preventative medicine. Her passion for exceptional care led to a rapidly growing referral-based business that aims to improve patient quality of life and elevate home healthcare as an alternative to traditional settings. Tune in as Jeannie Bozza shares how her innovative approach is transforming patient care and redefining home nursing! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Resources: Connect with and follow Jeannemarie Bozza on LinkedIn. Visit the Commodore Concierge Nurse Management website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
March 27, 2025

From Stigma to Support: Digital Health’s Role in Mental Wellness with Erin Boyd, Chief Growth Officer at Talkspace

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Asynchronous therapy and telehealth expand access to mental healthcare, especially for underserved populations, through scalable, technology-driven approaches. In this episode, Erin Boyd, Chief Growth Officer at Talkspace, discusses the evolving landscape of digital behavioral health. She emphasizes how innovative approaches like asynchronous therapy and telehealth are breaking barriers in mental healthcare. Erin also discusses strategies to combat stigma and expand access to underserved populations such as teens and seniors. She also explores the integration of AI to improve therapeutic outcomes. Tune in to discover how digital health is reshaping the way we approach mental healthcare!  Resources: Connect with and follow Erin Boyd on LinkedIn. Follow Talkspace on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 27, 2025

Living Younger Longer: How Smart Textiles Can Extend Lifespan with Dr. Tony Chahine, CEO and founder of Myant

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Textiles offer an unprecedented opportunity to bridge the gap between humans, AI, and healthcare by creating a seamless, continuous data stream for proactive prevention.  In this episode, Dr. Tony Chahine, CEO and founder of Myant, shares his mission to transform healthcare through textile computing. Inspired by his father's dementia, he developed sensor-embedded clothing that passively monitors vital signs like EKG, core body temperature, and breathing rate, transmitting real-time data to care teams for remote monitoring and more accurate diagnoses. Myant's initial focus is on cardiology clinics, offering an alternative to Holter monitors for patients with cardiovascular disease while also consolidating multiple health devices into a single wearable garment. Dr. Chahine envisions a future where AI models trained on this data can predict health events before they occur, emphasizing the need for perseverance and long-term vision in pioneering innovation. Tune in and learn how textiles are poised to revolutionize preventive healthcare! Resources:  Connect and follow Tony Chahine on LinkedIn. Learn more about Myant on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Myant’s manufacturing division here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 27, 2025

Innovative Approaches to Maternal Mental Health with Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Maternal mental health care is undergoing a transformation through cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. In this episode, Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health, shares how her personal experiences with maternal mental health have driven her passion for improving care and prevention through Trayt’s platform. This platform enhances providers' access via integrated care models and emphasizes the importance of universal screening beginning before pregnancy, as maternal mental health affects entire families and future generations. She highlights the urgent need to treat maternal mental health as a critical issue, advocating for public-private partnerships to foster solutions. Malekeh also underscores the significance of educating mothers and families about accessible care and highlights the crucial role of leaders and funders in supporting universal screening initiatives. Tune in to discover the strides being made in maternal mental health and the innovative technologies shaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Malekeh Amini on LinkedIn. Follow Trayt Health on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 26, 2025

How Virtual Care Can Combat The Rising Rates of Cardiac Disease with Dr. Jana Goldberg, Chief Medical Officer at Heartbeat Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Access to cardiology care is a critical and growing problem in the US, particularly in rural and underserved areas, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions like virtual-first care. In this episode, Dr. Jana Goldberg, Chief Medical Officer at Heartbeat Health, explains how Heartbeat Health is addressing the cardiology access gap by providing remote services across all 50 states. Partnering with primary care, ACOs, and payers, the company extends specialized care to patients who may otherwise face barriers. Using a virtual-first care workflow, a network of doctors, advanced practitioners, nurses, and care coordinators assess, interpret tests, prescribe, and adjust medications to prevent hospitalizations and save lives. Dr. Goldberg highlights the importance of early detection, prevention, and personalized care pathways to transform how cardiology care is delivered. Tune in and learn how virtual cardiology is revolutionizing patient access and improving outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Jana Goldberg on LinkedIn. Learn more about Heartbeat Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Heartbeat  Health’s founder, Dr. Jeff Wessler, previous interview here. Email the Heartbeat Health team directly here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 26, 2025

Transforming Lives One Letter at a Time with Diana Chao, founder of Letters to Strangers

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Handwritten letters foster human connection, bridging cultural and systemic gaps in mental health care and empowering individuals, even in underserved communities, to feel heard and supported. In this episode, Diana Chao, founder of Letters to Strangers, discusses how her personal struggles with mental health led her to create a global youth mental health NGO that spans 72 countries. She also discusses the power of letter writing to foster empathy and connection and the limitations of Western-centric mental health frameworks in a globalized world. Tune in to hear how the universal power of human connection is breaking barriers in mental health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Diana Chao on LinkedIn. Follow Letters To Strangers on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 25, 2025

Getting to the Root of Health: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Erica Armstrong, Founder and CEO of Root Functional Medicine

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Conventional lab ranges reflect population averages, while functional medicine uses narrower ranges to detect imbalances early and support proactive intervention. In this episode, Dr. Erica Armstrong, Founder and CEO of Root Functional Medicine, discusses her journey from traditional family medicine to creating a functional medicine practice focused on identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions. Dr. Armstrong shares how Root Functional Medicine uses advanced lab testing and personalized recommendations, delivered through a membership-based model, to make high-quality care more accessible. She emphasizes the importance of understanding functional lab ranges versus conventional ranges and leveraging technology to scale personalized care. Dr. Armstrong also highlights how her company serves both individuals struggling with chronic health issues and employers looking to improve their team's health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and support a healthier workforce. Tune in to see how Root Functional Medicine conveniently and transparently empowers individuals with actionable health insights! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Erica Armstrong on LinkedIn. Learn more about Root Functional Medicine on their LinkedIn and website. Buy The PCOS Thyroid Connection by Erica here. Listen to the Get to the Root Podcast here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 25, 2025

Leveraging Technology to Redefine Patient Experience with Plamen Petrov, CEO of Healee

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com AI-driven healthcare solutions can revolutionize behavioral health by optimizing schedules, improving patient matching, and enhancing operational efficiency. In this episode, Plamen Petrov, CEO of Healee, shares how AI-driven solutions are addressing critical challenges in healthcare scheduling. He also discusses the importance of provider-patient matching and operational optimization through technology. Plamen discusses the importance of identifying gaps in provider schedules and leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance care delivery and accessibility. Tune in to uncover how cutting-edge technology is breaking barriers in behavioral healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Plamen Petrov on LinkedIn. Follow Healee on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 24, 2025

Payer-Supported Mental Health is Changing the Healthcare Game with James Farese, Founder and CEO of ReachLink

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Understanding the intricacies of the healthcare ecosystem, especially payer-provider relationships, is crucial for building a successful and scalable healthcare business.  In this episode, James Farese, Founder and CEO of ReachLink, shares his journey in building a digital mental health platform that connects individuals with licensed therapists. Originally a boutique aftercare solution for substance abuse treatment, ReachLink expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic to offer general mental health support. James highlights the importance of serving payers, patients, and providers by streamlining administrative burdens and accelerating payments to enhance provider satisfaction and patient care. He also shares a unique "business hack" of analyzing public SEC filings to better understand payer-provider deals, which helped him navigate ReachLink’s growth.  Tune in and learn how ReachLink is revolutionizing access to mental healthcare by focusing on quality, accessibility, and a deep understanding of the healthcare ecosystem! Resources:  Connect and follow James Farese on LinkedIn. Learn more about ReachLink on their LinkedIn and website. Email ReachLink directly here or call them at 833-732-2489 Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 24, 2025

mRNA Innovation for Equity – How Moderna is Transforming Vaccine Access with Hamilton Bennett

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Innovative mRNA technology, equitable vaccine distribution, and collaborations are transforming the vaccine landscape and addressing global health challenges. In this episode, Hamilton Bennett, senior director of vaccine access and partnerships at Moderna, shares her excitement about Moderna's innovative mRNA technology and its potential to transform the vaccine landscape, emphasizing equitable vaccine development and distribution. She discusses Moderna's collaboration with governments and stakeholders to build resilient health systems, the importance of understanding community needs, and the "mRNA Access Program" for academic researchers. She also highlights the need for collaboration, cutting-edge research, and global health equity, encouraging listeners to stay informed through Moderna's LinkedIn and website. Tune in and discover the transformative potential of Moderna's mRNA technology in the vaccine field. Resources: Connect with and follow Hamilton Bennett on LinkedIn. Follow Moderna on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 21, 2025

Why Advanced Care Planning Matters For Everyone with Tatiana Fofanova, CEO of Koda Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency.  Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Having an advanced care plan not only respects patient wishes but can also significantly reduce healthcare costs.  In this episode, Tatiana Fofanova, CEO of Koda Health, discusses how her company assists patients and healthcare providers in making difficult healthcare choices and developing plans like advance directives and medical power of attorney. Tatiana highlights the alarming statistic that 70% of healthcare costs are attributable to the sickest 10% of the population, with a large portion occurring in the last year of life. She emphasizes that many of these costs are avoidable and unwanted with proper planning. Koda Health partners with payers and health systems to offer these services, removing financial and health literacy barriers to ensure equitable access. Tatiana also shares a valuable sales hack as a treat for the listeners: secure a meeting with new contacts right at a conference to maintain momentum.  Tune in and learn how proactive planning can improve patient care and reduce healthcare expenses! Resources:  Connect and follow Tatiana Fofanova on LinkedIn. Learn more about Koda Health on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 21, 2025

Is Your Diet Working For You? Uncover Your Unique Biological Response To Food with Ranjan Sinha, founder and CEO of Digbi Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Personalized nutrition, based on understanding individual biological responses to food, is crucial for preventing and treating food-related illnesses.  In this episode, Ranjan Sinha, founder and CEO of Digbi Health, discusses how his company aims to treat and prevent obesity, diabetes, GI health, and mental health by leveraging precision biology. His company uses at-home genetic and microbiome test kits, along with continuous glucose monitors, to understand an individual's unique biological response to food. Rather than calorie counting, Digbi's AI-powered app analyzes food photos to provide a "nourishment density score" tailored to the user's biology, highlighting potential glucose spikes or inflammatory reactions. By understanding and addressing the root causes of these illnesses, Digbi aims to make them optional. Ranjan also emphasizes the importance of accessibility through insurance coverage and the transformative potential of the gut microbiome in healthcare.  Listen in to discover how Digbi is turning food from a cause of illness into a potential cure! Resources:  Connect and follow Ranjan Sinha on LinkedIn. Learn more about Digbi Health on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 20, 2025

Revolutionizing Pharmacy: Lindsay Dymowski’s Patient-Centered Approach

Lindsay Dymowski is transforming pharmacy with innovative medication management, value-based care, and patient-focused solutions Lindsay Dymowski, co-founder and president of Centennial Pharmacy Services, is rethinking how independent pharmacies support patient care, chronic disease management, and value-based healthcare. In this episode, she discusses medication adherence, Medicare changes, and why pharmacies should do more than just dispense pills; they should improve patient outcomes. Tune in to learn how innovative pharmacy services are transforming patient care, improving medication management, and shaping the future of value-based healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Lindsay Dymowski on LinkedIn. Follow Centennial Pharmacy Services on LinkedIn and visit their website! Explore the LTC@Home Pharmacy Network website!
March 19, 2025

Psychedelics and Mental Health: A New Path to Healing with Dr. Dana Lerman, Founder & Medical Director at Skylight Psychedelics

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Psychedelics are transforming mental health care accessibility and treatment. In this episode, Dr. Dana Lerman shares her journey from being an infectious disease consultant to founding Skylight Psychedelics after facing personal mental health struggles during the COVID pandemic. She discusses her transformative experiences with psychedelic-assisted therapy, including an ayahuasca retreat, and how these therapies catalyzed profound personal changes and a career shift. Dr. Lerman highlights the critical role of psychedelics in enhancing mental health care accessibility, illustrated by her work with insurance companies to provide ketamine-assisted therapy benefits. She emphasizes the potential of psychedelics, like ketamine, in treating conditions such as suicidality, advocating for the de-stigmatization and respectful use of these medicines. Tune in to learn how innovative approaches in psychedelic therapy are reshaping the landscape of mental health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dana Lerman on LinkedIn. Follow Skylight Psychedelics on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 18, 2025

A Centralized Platform For Patient Care Management with Amanda Schleede, CEO, and Dr. Kelly Ayala, co-founder of Streamline Flow

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Nurses are integral to care coordination, and their efforts directly influence the ability of providers to bill for services, yet their role is often undervalued.  In this episode, Amanda Schleede, CEO, and Dr. Kelly Ayala, co-founder of Streamline Flow, discuss how their platform helps visualize and manage patient care plans across specialties. Streamline Flow is an EHR-agnostic solution that extracts data to create a visual timeline, alerting providers and patients to potential care plan deviations. Originally developed after nurses in a pulmonary clinic noticed patients missing appointments, the platform now supports diverse care settings, including assisted living. Amanda and Dr. Ayala also highlight the challenge of securing investment due to the non-billable nature of nursing services, revealing a misalignment of incentives. Tune in and learn how this nurse-led innovation is transforming patient care! Resources:  Connect and follow Amanda Schleede on LinkedIn and email her here. Connect and follow Dr. Kelly Ayala on LinkedIn. Learn more about Streamline Flow on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 18, 2025

A Tech-Driven Approach to Preventing Amputations with Dr. Jon Bloom, co-founder and CEO of Podimetrics

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Early intervention and personalized virtual care can dramatically reduce amputations for high-risk diabetes patients. In this episode, Dr. Jon Bloom, co-founder and CEO of Podimetrics, discusses the devastating impact of diabetic foot complications, which cost over $100 billion annually in the US and lead to high mortality rates. Podimetrics utilizes an FDA-cleared smart mat and a nursing team to monitor patients at home, enabling early detection and intervention to prevent ulcers and amputations. Dr. Bloom emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health and social determinants of health alongside physical ailments. He also notes that Podimetrics works directly with payers like insurance companies and the Veterans Health Administration, showcasing the company's commitment to serving veterans and their families.  Tune in to see how Podimetrics helps patients manage risk and live on their own terms, even with chronic conditions! Resources:  Connect and follow Jon Bloom on LinkedIn. Learn more about Podimetrics on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 17, 2025

Easing Nurse Burnout with AI – Insights from Allison Stalla

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Microsoft's use of AI and technological advances to reduce nurses' documentation burdens, improve patient care, and address the challenges of AI adoption in healthcare. In this episode, Allison Stalla, Director of Clinical Applications at Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, talks about Microsoft’s technological advances aimed at reducing nurses' documentation burdens and highlights AI's potential to ease their workloads. She shares insights into her healthcare technology background, the impact of AI on reducing nurse burnout, and the importance of change management and data literacy for AI adoption. Allison also emphasizes Microsoft's collaborative efforts with Nuance and their development partners, showcasing nurse-centered technologies and ambient voice technology pilots to aid bedside documentation. Tune in and discover how AI is transforming healthcare by reducing nurses' documentation burdens and enhancing patient care. Resources: Connect with and follow Allison Stalla on LinkedIn. Follow Microsoft on LinkedIn. Visit the Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare website and check out their blogs.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 14, 2025

Tracking Patient Recovery For Personalized Treatment with Matthew Gitelis, Founder and CEO of PatientIQ

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Ensuring healthcare providers continuously receive feedback on patient outcomes is crucial for improving care and personalizing treatment plans.  In this episode, Matthew Gitelis, Founder and CEO of PatientIQ, shares how his company is transforming patient-reported outcomes data in healthcare. PatientIQ partners with hospitals, specialty practices, and medical device companies to automate data collection and provide actionable insights. Matt emphasizes the importance of closing the feedback loop between patients and providers, as assuming patient improvement after discharge is often inaccurate. He also introduces PatientIQ’s new DataPro product, which allows customers to benchmark performance and leverage AI-driven insights for better care. Tune in and learn how PatientIQ is using data to transform patient care in a transformative way! Resources:  Connect and follow Matthew Gitelis on LinkedIn. Learn more about PatientIQ on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 14, 2025

NextMed Health: Where Cutting-Edge Technology Meets Medicine

To advance healthcare, we must break down barriers between disciplines and technologies, fostering collaboration to accelerate innovation and improve global health. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health, explores the dynamic intersections of healthcare, technology, and innovation and highlights the upcoming NextMed Health gathering. Dr. Kraft shares insights about the event’s unique approach to advancing medicine by blending diverse fields. He discusses the possibilities of blending AI and robotics, as well as the uses of psychedelics and regenerative medicine in healthcare.  Tune in to get a glimpse of the transformative technologies and ideas shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Daniel Kraft on LinkedIn. Follow NextMed Health on LinkedIn and explore their website! Register for NextMed Health 2025 here!
March 14, 2025

Prevention, Policy, and Patient Wellness with Dr. Brett Kessler

Imagine your dentist as a key player in preventing and managing chronic diseases, not just treating cavities. In this episode, Dr. Brett Kessler advocates for dental benefit reform to shift dentistry from a surgical model to one focused on chronic disease management and overall health, expanding Medicaid benefits and providing care to 300,000 underserved patients. He emphasizes the connection between oral and overall health, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs by integrating dentistry into broader healthcare systems. Tune in to learn how dentistry is evolving beyond the drill, tackling substance abuse, reshaping healthcare policies, and proving that oral health is the gateway to overall wellness! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Brett Kessler on LinkedIn. Follow the American Dental Association on LinkedIn and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
March 13, 2025

Innovative Psychiatric Care: Transforming Behavioral Health with Colin LeClair, CEO of Connections

Innovative psychiatric care models are reshaping how we address behavioral health crises. In this episode, Colin LeClair, CEO of Connections, discusses Connections' freestanding emergency psychiatric units that provide alternatives to traditional hospital settings, aiming to rapidly stabilize patients in crisis and reduce the burden on hospitals. Colin addresses significant barriers to behavioral health parity, particularly health plan engagement, and advocates for a shift towards value-based care models. He highlights potential cost savings from reducing inpatient admissions, which can be reinvested into preventive care. Emphasizing the importance of specialty providers forming consortiums to effectively engage payers, Colin calls for collaborative efforts within the industry to promote systemic change. Tune in to learn how behavioral health parity and innovative care models are transforming the landscape of psychiatric care! Resources: Connect with and follow Colin LeClair on LinkedIn. Follow Connections on LinkedIn and explore their website.
March 11, 2025

AI’s Role In Building A Better Healthcare Finance Future with Dugan Winkie, Head of Commercial Strategy for Cedar

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The key to improving the patient financial experience lies in personalized, transparent, and empathetic billing practices, moving beyond traditional, impersonal revenue cycle management.  In this episode, Dugan Winkie, Head of Commercial Strategy for Cedar, discusses how his company is revolutionizing the patient financial experience. His company uses a B2B2C model, partnering with providers to interact directly with patients on all billing matters, offering solutions ranging from simple bill payments to complex affordability options. Dugan emphasizes how they differentiate themselves by creating a personalized experience that guides patients through the complexities of healthcare finance. He also explains that Cedar prioritizes data integration to accurately answer complex billing questions and offer a truly integrated patient experience.  Tune in and learn about the future of patient financial engagement and how to create a transparent, personalized, and empathetic experience with the patient billing process! Resources:  Connect and follow Dugan Winkie on LinkedIn. Learn more about Cedar on their LinkedIn and website. Read Cedar’s annual report here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 11, 2025

Protecting Our Protectors: A Call To Action For Firefighter Health with Sunjya Schweig, founder and physician at the California Center for Functional Medicine

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Protecting those who protect us is a crucial mission, and it takes a village!  In this episode, Sunjya Schweig, founder and physician at the California Center for Functional Medicine, discusses his work providing lifestyle reversal healthcare to firefighters and first responders. He highlights the unique occupational exposures they face, which contribute to high rates of cancer, suicide, and sudden cardiac death. Sunjya emphasizes that these risks are largely preventable through functional medicine, lifestyle changes, education, and technology while also addressing the daily traumas and major disaster responses first responders experience. He explores the potential of AI to revolutionize healthcare and shares insights from the JPM Health Conference, where innovation and collaboration are driving new approaches to health behavior change. Tune in and learn how to support those who bravely serve on the front lines! Resources:  Connect and follow Sunjya Schweig on LinkedIn. Learn more about the California Center for Functional Medicine on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about the Functional Medicine Research and Technology Center on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to Sunjya’s previous episode on our podcast here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 10, 2025

Transforming Healthcare with Digital Solutions – Insights from Paul Markovich, CEO of Blue Shield of California

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Digital solutions are improving healthcare by streamlining processes to be as easy as credit card transactions, which leads to better efficiency and patient care. In this episode, Paul Markovich, CEO of Blue Shield of California, reveals a collaboration with Salesforce to digitize the prior authorization process, aiming to eliminate fax machines and make it as efficient as credit card transactions. Blue Shield’s nonprofit mission focuses on comprehensive digital health records and a complete system overhaul. Paul highlights the importance of starting from scratch to address cumbersome processes like prior authorization. Partnering with Salesforce for real-time data integration, Blue Shield's innovation journey emphasizes collaboration, learning from failures, and aligning with skilled partners.  Tune in to learn how Blue Shield of California and Salesforce are using digital solutions to simplify healthcare processes and create a more efficient and patient-friendly system! Resources: Connect with and follow Paul Markovich on LinkedIn. Follow Blue Shield of California on LinkedIn and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 7, 2025

Predict, Connect, Transform: A New Triad For Value-Based Care with Sanjay Doddamani, Founder and CEO, and Michael Gleeson, Co-founder and CTO, of Guidehealth

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The integration of AI and empathy is crucial to improving healthcare outcomes and affordability.  In this episode, Sanjay Doddamani, Founder and CEO, and Michael Gleeson, Co-founder and CTO, of Guidehealth, discuss how their company is tackling the healthcare productivity crisis by integrating AI into clinical workflows. They highlight the importance of expanding healthcare access without overburdening physicians while improving patient engagement and care quality. Guidehealth leverages AI to analyze previously inaccessible data, predict patient needs, and create personalized care plans for patients, families, and clinicians. They believe AI-driven advancements will enhance patient connections, streamline data access in EHRs, and open new opportunities for innovation in healthcare. Tune in and learn how AI and empathy are transforming healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Sanjay Doddamani on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Michael Gleeson on LinkedIn. Learn more about Guidehealth on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 7, 2025

The Future Of Anesthesia Monitoring with Philip Siberg, CEO, and Michael Noble, Vice President of Global Marketing from Senzime

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Patient safety and improved surgical outcomes are achievable through innovative technology and a focus on the needs of clinicians.  In this episode, Philip Siberg, CEO, and Michael Noble, Vice President of Global Marketing, discuss how Senzime is transforming perioperative care with Tetragraph, a quantitative neuromuscular monitoring technology. Philip shares their bold mission to improve outcomes for 100 million surgical patients by reducing anesthesia-related complications, while Michael emphasizes their customer-centric approach, offering education, protocol development, and seamless hospital integration. They acknowledge the slow pace of change in healthcare and stress the importance of perseverance and strong partnerships with clinicians. Together, they aim to enhance patient outcomes, lower healthcare costs, and drive meaningful change at every level of the hospital system. Tune in and learn how innovative neuromuscular monitoring can transform perioperative care and improve patient safety!  Resources:  Connect and follow Philip Siberg on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Michael Noble on LinkedIn. Learn more about Senzime on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Senzime’s Next Gen Tetragraph here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 6, 2025

Breaking Barriers in Healthcare Data with Trip Hofer, CEO of Redox

Healthcare technology is evolving, but data interoperability remains a major challenge.  In this episode, Trip Hofer discusses how seamless data exchange is transforming population health, mental health services, and value-based care. He explores how AI, machine learning, and regulatory shifts are shaping the industry’s future and what it takes to overcome healthcare’s biggest data hurdles. Tune in and don’t miss this insightful conversation on the future of healthcare data interoperability and the innovations transforming the industry! Resources: Connect with and follow Trip Hofer on LinkedIn. Follow Redox on LinkedIn and explore their website!
March 5, 2025

How to Take Control Of Your Mental Well-Being At Home with Joseph Perekupka, CEO of Freespira

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Underserved communities need better access to mental health treatments, which means we need to develop new and different ways to deliver care. In this episode, Joseph Perekupka, CEO of Freespira, discusses the company's at-home medical device that targets PTSD and panic disorder symptoms through a non-pharmacological approach. The treatment involves a sensor, tablet, and care specialist who acts as a coach to guide patients through the 28-day program. Joe highlights the significance of visualizing breathing patterns, experiencing early action, and receiving dedicated support, with patients showing significant symptom improvements. He emphasizes that CMS's new reimbursement codes will incentivize providers to offer a more robust treatment plan. Joe also predicts a move toward action in mental health treatment in 2025, focusing on broader care access, including supporting first responders with PTSD.  Tune in and learn about the future of digital mental healthcare and innovative solutions for anxiety and PTSD! Resources:  Connect and follow Joseph Perekupka on LinkedIn. Learn more about Freespira on their LinkedIn and website. Email Joe directly here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 5, 2025

Solving Healthcare’s Biggest Challenges Through Cohesive Value Transformation™ with Jared Stanger, CEO and Founder of The Magnified Group™ and President of Magnified Learning™

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Collaboration and stakeholder alignment are key to driving healthcare innovation, more so than focusing solely on technical problem-solving. In this episode, Jared Stanger, CEO and founder of The Magnified Group™ and President of Magnified Learning™, shares how his CVT™ approach emphasizes emotional intelligence and aligning diverse interests to solve problems effectively. Transitioning from emergency medicine to healthcare administration, Jared identified a need for better transformation approaches, which led him to develop Cohesive Value Transformation™ (CVT), focusing on culture, retention, and value. Within the conversation, he addresses common challenges in the healthcare field, such as resistance to change and feelings of burnout, and how these impact businesses in healthcare innovation. Jared also underscores that The Magnified Group™ also trains the rising generation, and former students have come back to form companies in technology and ventures. Tune in and learn how CVT™ can transform your healthcare organization and empower you to drive change! Resources:  Connect and follow Jared Stanger on LinkedIn. Learn more about Magnified Learning on their LinkedIn and website. Use discount code "OutcomesRocket25" Disclaimer: This discount applies to the Yellow and Green Belt Courses and bundles. Read Magnified Learning’s white paper here. Call Magnified Learning at (208) 900-6468. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 4, 2025

From Wellness Apps to Clinical Tools: A Digital Mental Health Revolution with Dr. Jenna Carl, Chief Medical Officer at Big Health

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com FDA-cleared digital mental health treatments are transforming behavioral healthcare by improving access, affordability, and clinical rigor. In this episode, Dr. Jenna Carl, Chief Medical Officer at Big Health, discusses the transformative potential of FDA-cleared digital mental health treatments. She explains how these evidence-based, automated programs address critical challenges like accessibility and cost in behavioral healthcare. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Carl highlights the recent CMS approval of new reimbursement codes for FDA-regulated digital mental health treatments, which has enabled greater adoption and availability of innovative solutions for conditions like insomnia and anxiety. She also explains the distinctions between these treatments and standard wellness apps, underlining their clinical rigor and cost-effectiveness. Tune in to learn how FDA-cleared digital mental health treatments are revolutionizing behavioral healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jenna Carl on LinkedIn. Follow Big Health on LinkedIn and discover their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 4, 2025

How Molecular Insights Are Predicting Future Health with Jim Kean, CEO of Molecular You

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Molecular testing provides a more accurate and forward-looking understanding of health, enabling prediction of future health risks. In this episode, Jim Kean, CEO of Molecular You, discusses how his company uses proteome and metabolome testing to provide a comprehensive view of a patient's system biology, offering insights beyond DNA analysis. He explains that while DNA represents possibilities, proteins and metabolites, influenced by life experiences, reflect the actual realization of those possibilities, allowing Molecular You to predict potential health issues within the next 12-24 months and enable proactive prevention and intervention. Jim talks about his extensive entrepreneurial background in digital health and his optimistic outlook on the future of prevention-focused healthcare. He also shares valuable tips for attendees of the JPM Health Conference, emphasizing the importance of early planning, alternative lodging options, and attending the numerous satellite conferences. Turn in and learn more about their innovative approach to understanding and predicting your health! Resources:  Connect and follow Jim Kean on LinkedIn. Learn more about Molecular You on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
March 3, 2025

Virtual-First Care: Revolutionizing Patient-Provider Engagement with Jenna Parker, Chief of Staff at Healthie

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Prioritizing ongoing care and continuous patient-provider engagement can significantly improve healthcare outcomes, even amidst uncertainty in the political landscape.  In this episode, Jenna Parker, Chief of Staff at Healthie, discusses Healthie's virtual-first EHR platform designed for continuous patient-provider engagement, emphasizing its modular, API-first approach that allows providers to tailor care journeys. She highlights Healthie's extensive reach, serving a wide range of healthcare segments and organizations. Jenna emphasizes the importance of continued innovation and funding in telehealth and behavioral health, regardless of political changes. She also acknowledges the need for healthcare reform and shares insights on JPM Health's best practices, including networking, outreach, and prioritizing comfort. Tune in and learn how Healthie is innovating virtual-first care and the critical insights from JPM Health! Resources:  Connect and follow Jenna Parker on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthie on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 28, 2025

How Salivary Testing Can Detect Systemic Diseases Dr. Tina Saw

Did you know that your saliva could hold the key to detecting not just dental issues but also serious health conditions like diabetes and heart disease? In this episode, Dr. Tina Saw discusses how salivary diagnostics can connect dentistry and overall health, offering rapid, affordable chairside testing that analyzes biomarkers for various diseases. She advocates for making salivary testing a standard of care to shift dentistry to a preventive model, potentially reducing healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes. Tune in to learn how cutting-edge salivary diagnostics are transforming dentistry into a powerful tool for preventive healthcare! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Tina Saw on LinkedIn. Follow Oral Genome on LinkedIn and discover their website! Follow Harmony Health on LinkedIn and explore their website! Check out Dr. Saw’s previous Think Oral Health episode! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
February 27, 2025

Human Insight Plus AI: A Winning Combination For Drug Development with Liesbeth Ceelen, CEO, and Arjan van Manen, Commercial Director of BioLizard

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The crucial combination of human expertise and AI is paramount for success in drug development.  In this episode, Liesbeth Ceelen, CEO, and Arjan van Manen, Commercial Director of BioLizard, discuss the critical role of data analytics and machine learning in the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting the increasing need for companies to become data-driven. They emphasize how a deep understanding of biology, supported by AI, can optimize target discovery and reduce clinical trial failures. BioLizard offers the expertise and a platform to support biotech and pharma companies in this new data-driven approach as the industry shifts from viewing data analysis as a cost to a necessity for better outcomes. Finally, they touch upon predictions for 2025, focusing on a more data-supported approach to drug development, tailored treatments, and a heightened focus on target mechanisms while remaining optimistic about the changing mindset of industry stakeholders. Tune in and learn how data analytics can transform your approach to drug development! Resources:  Connect and follow Liesbeth Ceelen on LinkedIn. Follow and connect with Arjan van Manen on LinkedIn. Follow BioLizard on LinkedIn and visit their website. Discover more about BioLizard’s platform, BioVerse, here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 26, 2025

Building a Community for Behavioral Health Transformation with Solome Tibebu, Founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Tech

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The power of lived experiences has been harnessed to create a transformative platform for advancing mental health and expanding access for all. In this episode, Solome Tibebu, Founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Tech, shares her journey from personal struggles with anxiety and OCD to building the largest community focused on advancing mental health and substance use care through technology. She discusses the origins of Behavioral Health Tech during the pandemic, its rapid growth, and its commitment to promoting health equity and innovation. Solome also highlights the importance of lived experiences in shaping effective behavioral health solutions and offers insights into the organization’s ongoing initiatives, including the annual conference, partnerships, and resources. Tune in to explore how personal experiences and innovative technology are shaping the future of mental health care, breaking barriers to access, and fostering inclusive solutions for all! Resources: Connect with and follow Solome Tibebu on LinkedIn. Follow Behavioral Health Tech on LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 25, 2025

Healthcare Data: The Need For A National Strategy with Jason Novak, a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Prioritizing a data strategy before intellectual property is crucial for healthcare innovation.  In this episode, Jason Novak, a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright specializing in IP and data rights, discusses the importance of viewing data as an asset. He emphasizes the need to focus on data strategy first before intellectual property, in contrast to the conventional approach, as the data sets determine innovation. Jason shares his hope that the U.S. develops a national strategy for healthcare data due to its diversity, which could lead to breakthroughs in drug discovery and prevent the U.S. from losing leadership in this space. He also advises knowing your goals for attending industry events to tailor your networking and recommends finding smaller, more focused events with ample time and space for in-depth discussions. Tune in and learn how to rethink your approach to innovation and make the most of healthcare conferences! Resources:  Connect and follow Jason Novak on LinkedIn. Follow Norton Rose Fulbright on Linkedin and visit their website. Listen to Jason’s previous interview on our podcast here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 24, 2025

Predicting Brain Health: The Power Of Retinal Scans with Eliav Shaked, co-founder of RetiSpec

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Early detection of Alzheimer's disease is crucial, and accessible diagnostic tools like retinal imaging are becoming increasingly vital.  In this episode, Eliav Shaked, co-founder of RetiSpec, discusses their innovative approach to early and accurate Alzheimer's detection using retinal imaging and artificial intelligence. RetiSpec focuses on identifying the core pathology of Alzheimer's, specifically amyloid burden, through a simple eye examination that can be incorporated into annual checkups. The company is also working on other neurodegenerative diseases beyond Alzheimer's. Eliav emphasizes the significance of recent breakthroughs in Alzheimer's medication, highlighting the potential of disease-modifying drugs now available, along with the growing innovation and therapeutic development in the space. He also predicts that more drugs will be developed for earlier stages of the disease and that technology will revolutionize healthcare.  Tune in and learn how this innovative technology is paving the way for better Alzheimer's care! Resources:  Connect and follow Eliav Shaked on LinkedIn. Follow RetiSpec on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 21, 2025

Weight Loss Revolution: Combining Medicine And Lifestyle For Success with Robert MacNaughton, CEO of Calibrate

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Sustainable weight loss through medication and lifestyle changes improves health outcomes and reduces healthcare costs. In this episode, Robert MacNaughton, CEO of Calibrate, discusses his company's approach to weight and obesity management, which integrates GLP-1 medications with physician-led lifestyle coaching. He emphasizes that while medications are powerful, sustainable results are achieved with lifestyle intervention. Calibrate provides a DTC solution but is increasingly focusing on enterprise partnerships with self-insured employers and PBMs, to provide better access to these solutions. Rob mentions his company's published results that show members losing 16% of their body weight after one year, 17% after two years, and 19% after three years. He also highlights the growing discussion around AI's role in healthcare and expresses optimism about weight management, believing this is a vanguard area that will improve healthcare outcomes and sustainability.  Tune in and learn more about Calibrate and its approach to weight management solutions! Resources:  Connect and follow Robert MacNaughton on LinkedIn. Follow Calibrate on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 20, 2025

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Cloud, AI, and the Future of Diagnostics with Simon Omer, Chief SaaS Transformation Officer at AGFA HealthCare

The healthcare industry is traditionally resistant to change, but the adoption of new technologies like cloud and AI is accelerating.  In this episode, Simon Omer, a healthcare technology leader with over 20 years of experience, joins us to discuss the transformation of healthcare through cloud computing, AI, and advanced diagnostics. Discover how AGFA HealthCare is tackling the challenges of legacy systems, driving automation, and integrating data to improve patient care.  Tune in and learn how data-driven solutions are transforming healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Simon Omer on LinkedIn. Follow AGFA HealthCare on LinkedIn and visit their website!
February 19, 2025

Strengths-Based Neurodivergent Support: A Conversation with Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Neurodivergent care is being revolutionized through technology and innovation. In this episode, Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer, at the Behavioral Health Tech Conference in Arizona, discusses Shimmer's strengths-based coaching platform for individuals with ADHD. She emphasizes shifting the perception of neurodivergence from a deficit-focused to a strengths-focused approach. Christal explains how AI can assist neurodivergent individuals by handling tasks that challenge executive function, allowing them to leverage their unique strengths. Shimmer's mission includes raising awareness, decreasing stigma, and offering educational resources to support the neurodivergent community. Tune in to learn how neurodivergent care and innovative technology are transforming the landscape of mental health! Resources: Connect with and follow Christal Wang on LinkedIn. Follow Shimmer on LinkedIn and explore their website. Connect with Shimmer on Instagram and Facebook. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 18, 2025

Automating Cloud Security to Protect Patient Privacy with Chris Bowen, Founder and CISO of ClearDATA

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Protecting patient data should be the sole focus for healthcare organizations navigating the cloud.  In this episode, Chris Bowen, Founder and CISO of ClearDATA, discusses the challenges and opportunities surrounding cloud adoption in healthcare, emphasizing the company's mission to safeguard patient data through innovative solutions and proactive threat mitigation. ClearDATA offers a comprehensive platform for managing and operating the cloud, helping healthcare providers understand their risk profiles, address vulnerabilities, and maintain a secure cloud environment. Chris explains one of the biggest obstacles to cloud adoption is the scarcity of talent and the difficulties in deploying and architecting the cloud correctly. His company aims to bridge this gap by providing tools, resources, and expertise to assist health systems in effectively leveraging the cloud. Chris also highlights the growing critical mass of healthcare organizations turning to the cloud for increased security, especially in light of recent breaches and the need to avoid end-of-life infrastructure vulnerabilities. Tune in and learn how ClearDATA innovates on its platform, including implementing AI to help its customers understand their risk profile in the cloud! Resources:  Connect and follow Chris Bowen on LinkedIn. Learn more about ClearDATA on their LinkedIn and website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full-service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 17, 2025

The Rise Of Agentic AI: Automating Tasks, Amplifying Professionals with Dr. Stefano Bini

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The healthcare industry is poised for a significant shift as AI, particularly agentic AI, gains momentum and venture capital.  In this episode, Dr. Stefano Bini, a professor of orthopedics at the University of California, San Francisco, talks about the renewed excitement in the venture world due to AI technologies and a potential boom reminiscent of 1997 and 2008. He highlights how Nvidia's presentation has triggered many leaders to re-evaluate and become more aggressive in their AI implementation strategies. Dr. Bini explains that the future involves small, task-specific agentic AI models, not the large language models, to amplify human capabilities by automating routine tasks, allowing professionals to manage more complex operations. He also emphasizes the importance of networking at conferences like JPM Health by being curious and asking questions instead of pitching, aiming for discovery and finding the perfect partners, rather than focusing on promoting one's company. Tune in and learn how AI is reshaping healthcare strategies and the best approach for networking at industry events! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Dr. Stefano Bini on LinkedIn. Learn more about UCSF on their LinkedIn and website. Register now for the DOCSF 2025 Conference here. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 14, 2025

How Mindset and AI are Transforming Dentistry with Dr. Kyle Stanley, Co-Founder of Pearl AI

Did you know that dentists have one of the highest rates of burnout and mental health challenges? In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley discusses the pressures in dentistry and the importance of mindset, emphasizing how financial stress, business management, and professional identity struggles contribute to mental health challenges. He introduces his "ripple framework," which focuses on self-awareness and well-being, while the conversation also explores AI's role in standardizing diagnoses and the shift toward preventive dentistry. Tune in to uncover the hidden struggles in dentistry and how mindset, AI, and preventive care are shaping a healthier future for both professionals and patients! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Kyle Stanley on LinkedIn and Instagram, visit his website, or reach out to him at info@drkylestanley.com. Check out Dr. Kyle Stanley’s podcasts! Discover the Light Side Dentistry website! Enroll for Dr. Stanley’s next live course here! Follow Pearl AI on LinkedIn and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org
February 13, 2025

Asynchronous Consultations: Healthcare In The Modern Age with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO of Dr.Well

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The key to better healthcare is focusing on a provider-to-consumer model that prioritizes continuity of care with an actual medical practice rather than just a relationship with a website.  In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO of DrWell, discusses how his company is bridging the gap between direct-to-consumer convenience and the accountability of traditional healthcare. DrWell empowers medical practices with the tech stack needed for easy online sign-ups and subscription management, all while ensuring patients are connected to real doctors, not just independent contractors. Dr. Kaplan highlights the importance of asynchronous consultations, a new feature they are rolling out for providers in 32 states, using questionnaires as a starting point for a provider’s review. He also shares predictions for 2025, specifically for GLP-1 medications, predicting that despite current challenges with shortages and FDA regulations, compounding pharmacies will continue to play a vital role in the accessibility and cost reduction of these medications, and a market-focused approach may lead to price adjustments for brand-name drugs.  Tune in and learn how DrWell is shaping the future of accessible and accountable healthcare! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Jonathan Kaplan on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow DrWell on LinkedIn and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 12, 2025

Advancing Mental Health Access through School-Based Telehealth with Kacie Kelly, Chief Innovation Officer at Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Telehealth initiatives in schools are expanding access to mental health services, ensuring students receive the care they need. In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast by Behavioral Health Tech, Kacie Kelly, Chief Innovation Officer at Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, explains how the Institute bridges policy and practice in mental health technology through innovative partnerships. She highlights significant advancements, including Medicare's decision to finance mobile applications and digital therapeutics, enabling clinician reimbursement. Kacie also discusses the collaborative care model, integrating mental health care into pediatric and primary care, and praises its sustainable financing. With increased funding and community involvement, she is optimistic about transformative changes in mental health care. Tune in to gain valuable insights and be inspired by the innovative approaches in mental health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Kacie Kelly on LinkedIn. Follow Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute on LinkedIn and discover their website.  Fill out the Digital Behavioral Health Technology Company Policy Survey. Visit the Behavioral Health Tech website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 11, 2025

The Power of Personalized Diagnostics: A New Era in Health with Dr. Murdoc Khaleghi, Chief Medical Officer of Molecular You

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Comprehensive biomarker testing transforms healthcare through early detection, prevention, and personalized treatment, addressing diagnostic gaps and advancing value-based care. In this episode, Dr. Murdoc Khaleghi, Chief Medical Officer of Molecular You, explores groundbreaking advancements in personalized healthcare diagnostics, focusing on the transformative technology behind comprehensive biomarker testing. He shares how a single test encompassing nearly 300 biomarkers provides a detailed view of an individual's health, allowing early detection of diseases like cancer and actionable insights into prevention and treatment. Dr. Khaleghi also highlights the challenges of integrating such innovations into the U.S. healthcare system and the potential to revolutionize value-based care. Tune in to discover how comprehensive biomarker testing is revolutionizing the way we approach prevention, early detection, and personalized care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Murdoc Khaleghi on LinkedIn. Follow Molecular You on LinkedIn and discover their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 10, 2025

Navigating the Future of Healthcare Innovation with Steven Collens, CEO of MATTER

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, innovative leadership is crucial for navigating new challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Steven Collens, CEO of MATTER, a global healthcare startup incubator, discusses his company's mission to accelerate healthcare innovation through collaboration between entrepreneurs and large companies. MATTER helps overcome the slow pace of innovation in big companies by connecting them with promising startups. Steven highlights the importance of a clear mission, vision, and values and shares insights on fostering organizational culture and supporting startups in navigating the complex healthcare landscape. Tune in for practical tips and expert advice on elevating leadership skills and driving healthcare innovation. Resources:  Connect and follow Steven Collens on LinkedIn. Follow MATTER on Linkedin and visit their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 7, 2025

The Missing Link In Healthcare: Trust with Darin Buxbaum, co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The missing element in healthcare is often trust, and community-based peer support groups can be a powerful solution.  In this episode, Darin Buxbaum, co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle, discusses how his company creates peer support groups for vulnerable populations like those on Medicaid and Medicare. Wider Circle combines human connection with data-driven insights to foster positive behavior changes, lowering inpatient utilization, closing care gaps, and improving member retention. These groups, Darin emphasizes, build trust among neighbors, enabling them to navigate the complex healthcare system, understand their benefits, and achieve better health outcomes. He also explains that by leveraging community trust, Wider Circle addresses loneliness and social isolation, positively impacting both mental and physical health.  Tune in and learn how harnessing the power of community can transform healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Darin Buxbaum on LinkedIn. Learn more about Wider Circle on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 6, 2025

The Future of Healthcare: Data, AI, and Value-Based Care with Marc Ryan, Chief Solutions Officer at Lilac Software

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency.  Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Legacy technology is significantly hindering healthcare's digital transformation, particularly in health plans. In this episode, Marc Ryan, Chief Solutions Officer at Lilac Software, explores the future of healthcare. With a career spanning government programs and health tech innovation, Marc reveals how AI, real-time data, and advanced analytics are transforming care management. He also reveals the secrets to closing care gaps, improving member engagement, and making healthcare truly value-based. Tune in as Marc Ryan reveals how AI and real-time data are revolutionizing healthcare, closing care gaps, and driving value-based transformation! Resources: Connect with and follow Marc Ryan on LinkedIn. Follow Lilac Software on LinkedIn and visit their website! Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com
February 5, 2025

Empowering Recovery: Transformative Peer Support in Behavioral Health with Christopher Thompson, founder and CEO of Sober Sidekick

Lived recovery experiences strengthen Sober Sidekick's support systems for individuals battling substance use disorders. In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast by Behavioral Health Tech, Christopher Thompson, founder and CEO of Sober Sidekick, shares his personal recovery journey and the inspiration behind his app, which aims to create a supportive recovery community through peer support. He critiques the current incentives in behavioral health, emphasizing that they often do not align with preventing relapses or supporting long-term recovery. Instead of being incentivized by relapses, Sober Sidekick focuses on empowering individuals on their lifelong recovery journey and demonstrating the butterfly effect of these empowerment efforts. The fee-to-use app offers connection and peer support at any time, seeking to significantly reduce relapse rates through community-based support. Chris also encourages those in recovery to overcome guilt and shame, emphasizing the potential for every individual to start an epic comeback story. Tune in to discover how recovery experiences are transforming support systems for substance use disorders! Resources: Connect with and follow Christopher Thompson on LinkedIn. Follow Sober Sidekick on LinkedIn and explore their website. Download the Sober Sidekick App.  Visit the Behavioral Health Tech website.
February 4, 2025

Expanding Access To Critical Mental Health Services with Brad Kittredge, CEO and co-founder of Brightside Health

Brightside Health is tackling the toughest cases in mental health, expanding access to care for underserved populations, and innovating with technology to improve outcomes. In this episode, Brad Kittredge, CEO and co-founder of Brightside Health, discusses his company's mission to deliver life-saving mental healthcare to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders, including those with elevated suicide risks. He explains how Brightside Health prioritizes underserved populations, expanding access to remote mental healthcare for Medicare recipients, teenagers, and individuals with substance abuse disorders. The company's comprehensive care model includes a national suicide prevention program based on the CAMHS framework, virtual intensive outpatient programs for substance use disorder through their acquisition of Lionrock Recovery, and a commitment to precision prescribing. Brightside Health’s differentiated approach addresses the high demand and limited in-network supply of mental health services by focusing on high-severity cases, aligning clinical and financial incentives, and providing comprehensive, virtual care.  Tune in and learn how Brightside Health is transforming mental healthcare delivery and improving access for those who need it most! Resources: Connect with and follow Brad Kittredge on LinkedIn. Learn more about Brightside Health on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to Brad’s previous episode on the podcast here.
February 3, 2025

Navigating The Digital Health Maze: A New Compass with Jennifer Goldsack, CEO at the Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) and Kimberly McManus, Deputy CTO & Deputy Chief AI Officer at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The DiMe Seal is a new initiative designed to help healthcare systems and consumers identify high-quality, trustworthy digital health software products. In this episode, Jennifer Goldsack, CEO of the Digital Medicine Society (DiMe), and Kimberly McManus, Deputy Chief AI Officer at the Department of Veteran Affairs, discuss the DiMe Seal, a new program designed to evaluate and recognize trustworthy digital health software. They explain the challenges healthcare systems face in evaluating the vast market of digital health products, the criteria used by the DiMe Seal, and the benefits for both developers and end-users. Both Jen and Kim highlight the importance of evidence-based claims, robust privacy and security measures, and user-friendly design in digital health. They also believe in the potential for the DiMe Seal to improve the quality of digital health products and streamline the adoption process for healthcare systems and consumers.  Tune in and learn how the DiMe Seal is working to bring order and trust to the digital health market! Resources: Connect with and follow Jennifer Goldsack on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Kimberly McManus on LinkedIn. Learn more about Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) on their LinkedIn. Start with the DiMe Seal program today. Use the code “OutRock25“ to save 25% today. Find out more about the Dime Seal Governance Committee here.
January 31, 2025

The Power of AI in Preventing Medical Oversights with Aaron Leibtag, CEO & Co-Founder at Pentavere

Unlocking unstructured clinical data within electronic health records can revolutionize healthcare by providing actionable insights to improve patient outcomes. In this episode, Aaron Leibtag, CEO of Pentavere, a HEALWELL AI company, discusses his journey into healthcare, driven by a personal tragedy. Motivated by his partner's mother's death due to an overlooked medical detail, he co-founded Pentavere to transform unstructured clinical text into meaningful information for clinicians. Aaron emphasizes that over 90% of healthcare data is underutilized because it is siloed and unstructured, leading to many patients "falling through the cracks." The company uses AI and natural language processing to convert this data, thereby enhancing patient care, identifying patients for clinical trials, generating evidence for regulatory processes, and more. Aaron emphasizes that the company is uniquely positioned to make a global impact on healthcare outcomes.  Tune in and learn how Pentavere is harnessing the power of data to transform healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Aaron Leibtag on LinkedIn. Learn more about Pentavere on their LinkedIn and explore their website.  Email Aaron directly here.
January 29, 2025

The Power of Lived Experiences in Substance Use Recovery with Ashley Potts, VP of Operations at Wayspring

Incorporating lived recovery experiences improves Wayspring's programs for Medicaid recipients with substance use disorders. In this episode from the Behavioral Health Tech Conference in Arizona, Ashley Potts, VP of Operations at Wayspring, with 18 years of recovery from substance use, shares how her lived experience informs Wayspring's programs for Medicaid recipients with substance use disorders. She emphasizes the value of incorporating perspectives from individuals with similar experiences to enhance recovery programs. Ashley also discusses engagement strategies that focus on meeting individuals emotionally where they are, advocating for a recovery-friendly workplace, and including those impacted by the criminal justice system in educational forums.  Tune in for this inspiring conversation on enhancing recovery program effectiveness and making a difference in behavioral health! Resources: Connect with and follow Ashley Potts on LinkedIn. Follow Wayspring on LinkedIn and explore their website. Visit the Behavioral Health Tech website. 
January 28, 2025

Transforming Obesity Treatment with Precision Medicine with Mark Bagnall, CEO of Phenomix Sciences

Struggles with obesity can be transformed with a precision medicine approach. In this episode, Mark Bagnall, CEO of Phenomix Sciences, shares his expertise in using precision medicine to tackle obesity. He highlights the limitations of viewing obesity as a uniform disease and the importance of understanding individual biomarkers for personalized treatments. Mark introduces "my Phenome," a saliva-based test that identifies obesity phenotypes and best treatment options, saving costs and avoiding side effects of GLP-1 drugs. He also stresses the responsible use of GLP-1 drugs and highlights alternatives like Qsymia. The company's precision approach, enabled by advanced AI technology, has garnered significant interest, signaling a transformative shift in obesity treatment. Tune in and learn how precision medicine is paving the way for more personalized and effective obesity treatments! Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Bagnall on LinkedIn. Follow Phenomix Sciences on LinkedIn and explore their website.
January 27, 2025

Building A Thriving Healthcare Ecosystem: The Network Effect with Steven Krein, co-founder and CEO of StartUp Health

StartUp Health fosters a global community of mission-driven founders tackling major healthcare challenges through collaboration and access to resources. In this episode, Steven Krein, co-founder and CEO of StartUp Health, discusses the company's genesis and unique approach to fostering health innovation. He explains the organization's focus on curating a community of funded, like-minded founders working within specific Health Moonshot communities centered around critical health issues like Alzheimer's and diabetes. Steve highlights the organization's role in connecting founders with aligned funders, partners, and customers, and the resources provided, such as coaching, networking events, and marketing support. He also emphasizes the importance of mindset, funding for 12-18 months, a collaborative spirit, and effective communication as selection criteria for potential members joining the StartUp Health community. Tune in and learn how StartUp Health is revolutionizing healthcare innovation through the power of community and long-term, mission-driven entrepreneurship! Resources: Connect with and follow Steven Krein on LinkedIn. Learn more about StartUp Health on their LinkedIn and explore their website.
January 24, 2025

Unapologetic Leadership and Healthcare Entrepreneurship with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng

What if the key to transforming healthcare lies in fearless leadership, innovative technology, and a relentless focus on prevention? In this episode, Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng discusses his healthcare journey, emphasizing values-based leadership and innovative solutions for resource optimization, burnout reduction, and improved patient outcomes through prevention and personalized medicine. He also champions bold changes like exploring privatization and leveraging technology for precision medicine. Tune in as Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng shares his inspiring journey, groundbreaking initiatives, and bold ideas for reshaping the future of medicine! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. @Kwadcest  Visit Dr. Kyeremanteng’s website! Check out the Prevention Over Prescription Podcast. Pick up Dr. Kyeremanteng’s book, Unapologetic Leadership, here! Learn about Osler AI here!  Visit Mariya Filipova’s website and learn about her here! Discover the Systemic Health Investor website!  Learn about the Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics. Visit Jonathan Levine’s website, as well as JBL New York City, GLO Science LLC, and the GLO GOOD Foundation.  Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
January 23, 2025

Revolutionizing Sleep Health: The Vivos Approach with Kirk Huntsman, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Vivos Therapeutics

Could the key to solving sleep apnea lie in the way we naturally develop and breathe? In this episode, Kirk Huntsman unveils how Vivos Therapeutics is changing the game in sleep apnea treatment. From reshaping airways in children to eliminating the need for lifelong CPAP use in adults, Kirk shares how innovative oral appliances are tackling this billion-person health crisis.  Tune in and discover how better sleep can improve health, relationships, and quality of life! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health Resources: Connect with and follow Kirk Huntsman on LinkedIn. Vivos Therapeutics on LinkedIn and visit their website!
January 22, 2025

The Power of Data in Revolutionizing Healthcare Supply Chain with Cody Fisher, President of Concordance Innovations

Effective healthcare supply chain management relies on data and collaboration to optimize inventory, enhance resilience, and prepare for challenges. In this episode, Cody Fisher, President of Concordance Innovations, discusses the future of healthcare supply chain management and the innovative solutions transforming the industry. Cody shares insights on optimizing inventory management, fostering collaboration across multi-enterprise landscapes, and using data to build resilience and agility in supply chains. He explains how the Surgence platform enables healthcare providers to streamline operations, reduce waste, and prepare for unforeseen challenges like pandemics or natural disasters. Cody highlights the importance of leveraging partnerships, prioritizing critical items, and taking actionable steps toward a proactive, data-driven future for healthcare logistics. Tune in to learn how innovative strategies and technologies are redefining healthcare supply chains! Resources: Connect with and follow Cody Fisher on LinkedIn. Follow Surgence on LinkedIn and visit their website.
January 21, 2025

Part 2: Conquer Launch Complexity: Strategies For Pharma Success with Keitel Suri, Vice President at Lumanity

Successful pharmaceutical launches depend on collaboration and visibility across stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals, progress, and issues. In the second part of this two-episode special, Keitel Suri, Vice President at Lumanity, discusses the Ignite platform, a launch readiness tool designed to streamline and accelerate pharmaceutical brand launches. He highlights the challenges of managing launches with numerous stakeholders and the need for real-time, global-to-local visibility, needs that Ignite addresses by providing multiple views, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing tasks. Keitel emphasizes the limitations of traditional methods like Excel spreadsheets, noting that dedicated tech solutions can offer more, and introduces new functionality within Ignite: pre-set launch templates based on years of experience, providing a starting point for rapid plan creation or plan validation. He further explains that launch success requires leaders to focus on key activities impacting marketing authorization and commercial launch, emphasizing a support ecosystem with training, service desk, and consulting. Tune in and learn how to optimize your next pharma launch! Resources: Watch part 2 here. In case you missed it, watch part one here and also listen to it here. Connect with and follow Keitel Suri on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lumanity on their LinkedIn and explore their website.  Discover more about IGNITE here.
January 20, 2025

Extending The Reach Of Cancer Care with Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care

Collaboration is crucial for transforming healthcare and achieving better patient outcomes. In this episode, Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care, discusses the urgent need for collaboration among healthcare stakeholders to improve care delivery. He highlights Reimagine Care's innovative approach to on-demand cancer care, leveraging technology and a skilled clinical team to provide patients with high-quality care in the comfort of their homes. Dan explains how their AI-powered virtual assistant, Remi, handles the majority of patient interactions, freeing up clinical staff to focus on complex cases and work at the top of their license. He also emphasizes the importance of strong provider relationships in ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Finally, Dan touches upon the growing supply and demand gap in cancer care, the need for upskilling and optimizing clinical staff utilization, and the challenges and lessons learned in product-market fit.  Tune in and learn how technology, combined with a human-centric approach, can revolutionize cancer care and improve patient experiences! Resources: Connect with and follow Dan Nardi on LinkedIn. Learn more about Reimagine Care on their LinkedIn and explore their website.
January 17, 2025

Creating A Life Of Joy Thought-by-Thought with Patty “Oma” de Vries, Chief Experience Officer at Living Well USA

Dissatisfaction in life can be changed by understanding the power of our thoughts and beliefs.  In this episode, Patty "Oma" de Vries, Chief Experience Officer at Living Well USA, discusses the importance of self-reflection and the power of our minds to shape our reality. She shares her journey of finding tools for a joyful life, influenced by witnessing mental illness and unhealthy choices in her family. Oma emphasizes the impact of nature on self-discovery and the importance of recognizing the stories we tell ourselves, explaining how fear, often unnecessary, can be transformed into joy through gratitude and opportunity. Oma also encourages listeners to question their triggers and understand their core values to live a more productive and fulfilling life.  Tune in and learn how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you desire! Resources: Connect with and follow Patty “Oma” De Vries on LinkedIn. Follow Living Well USA on LinkedIn and explore their website. Email Oma directly here.
January 14, 2025

Manufacturing Excellence: Driving Value In Healthcare with Kevin Hardage, CEO of Healthcare Components Group

Learning from failure and taking calculated risks is crucial for leadership growth and building a lasting company.  In this episode, Kevin Hardage, CEO of Healthcare Components Group, discusses his leadership journey across various healthcare companies, emphasizing the importance of diverse experiences, learning from failures, and building a strong company culture. Kevin shares how his current company prioritizes employee engagement and development to foster long-term success. He explains how Healthcare Components Group's partnership with Roundtable Healthcare Partners, a private equity firm with a long-term investment mentality, aligns with his vision for the company's future. Kevin also details how the company manufactures specialized parts for the repair industry, helping hospitals and surgery centers prolong the life of their endoscopy equipment and reduce costs.  Tune in and learn how Healthcare Components Group is innovating in the medical component space and building a lasting legacy! Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Kevin Hardage on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthcare Components Group on their LinkedIn and explore their website. 
January 13, 2025

Healthcare Affordability: A Fight For The Future with Michael Waterbury, Founder and CEO of Goodroot

Healthcare needs a bottom-up approach to address specific issues and build toward better solutions, alongside a top-down approach that leverages transparency and data.  In this episode, Michael Waterbury, Founder and CEO of Goodroot, discusses his journey in healthcare, starting with his early career in managed care and his growing frustration with the unsustainable rising costs. He explains his mission to reinvent healthcare one system at a time by supporting entrepreneurs with the resources they need to bring disruptive ideas to life.  Michael emphasizes the importance of patient-centric solutions, transparency in pricing, and addressing the medical debt crisis. He also touches upon the need for consumer awareness, the role of financial assistance plans, and the importance of providing employees with tools to navigate the complex healthcare system.  Tune in and learn how Goodroot tackles these challenges and strives to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for all! Resources: Connect with and follow Michael Waterbury on LinkedIn. Learn more about Goodroot on their LinkedIn and explore their website.
January 10, 2025

2025 Vision: Innovations and Collaborations in Medical-Dental Care

It’s time to reflect on an inspiring year of conversations with trailblazers and look into the future! In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Levine and Mariya Filipova reflect on their podcast journey, highlighting insights from 45 episodes and their vision for healthcare in 2025, emphasizing the need for seamless, integrated care. They also celebrate AI-driven personalization, periodontal care, and dental-medical integration, along with the growing role of Dental Support Organizations in enhancing patient outcomes through technology and sharing best practices. Tune in to look back on game-changing innovations and guests on the Think Oral Health podcast, and be inspired by bold visions for seamless healthcare in 2025 and beyond! Resources: Mariya Filipova - https://filipova.health/ Systemic Health Investor - https://www.4100dx.com/ Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics Forbes Technology Council Member Jonathan Levine - www.drjonathanlevine.com Founder - JBL New York City www.jblnyc.com Founder - GLO Science LLC www.gloscience.com Co-Founder - GLO GOOD Foundation www.glogoodfoundation.org Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
January 9, 2025

Embracing Change In The Digital Healthcare Landscape with Jeff Sturman, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Memorial Healthcare System

Successful healthcare transformation requires a collaborative approach, prioritizing clinical needs and leveraging technology as an enabler rather than a driver. In the third and final episode of the CHIME 2024 Fall Forum series, guest host Christopher Kunney interviews Jeff Sturman, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Memorial Healthcare System. Jeff discusses the importance of embracing change to enhance patient experience, access, and engagement. He shares Memorial's approach to balancing standardization with personalized care, leveraging Epic EHR, and highlights initiatives like their care coordination center with virtual nursing and AI capabilities. Jeff also underscores the critical role of strong provider sponsorship in driving successful digital transformations. Tune in and learn how Memorial System successfully integrates technology and clinical expertise to improve patient care and pave the way for a value-based future! Resources: Connect with and follow Jeff Sturman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Memorial Healthcare System on their LinkedIn and website. 
January 9, 2025

Transforming Diagnostics: AI, Retinal Imaging, and the Future of Healthcare with Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH

Imagine a future where a simple photo of your eye can detect chronic diseases like diabetes and heart conditions!  In this episode, Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH, shares how her company is using AI and automation to revolutionize diagnostic imaging. Discover how identifeye HEALTH is tackling workflow inefficiencies, improving access to care, and enabling early detection of chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular conditions.  Tune in to explore the future of personalized medicine and patient-centered healthcare!
January 8, 2025

Achieving Peak Performance: A Journey To Technological Excellence with Michelle Tillis, VP of Information Systems and Technology and Nursing Informatics Officer at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Clinical teams must be engaged and their pain points understood to successfully adopt new technologies and improve patient care.  In the second episode of the CHIME 2024 Fall Forum series, guest host Christopher Kunney interviews Michelle Tillis, VP of Information Systems and Technology and Nursing Informatics Officer at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Michelle shares insights into their Pinnacle Award win, emphasizing collaboration with frontline staff, data analysis, and clinical learning partnerships to ensure technology supports informed decision-making. She highlights how the KLAS Arch Collaborative helped address physician burnout and improve satisfaction through initiatives like ambient technology, and explores the potential of virtual nursing in their new state-of-the-art hospital. Tune in and learn how to empower your clinical teams through technology and data-driven solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Michelle Tillis on LinkedIn. Learn more about Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta on their LinkedIn and website.
January 8, 2025

The Secret To Clinical Efficiency And Patient Care with Ryan Cameron, VP of Technology and Innovation at Children’s Nebraska

Empowering analysts to make quick decisions can significantly improve clinician satisfaction and patient care.  In this first CHIME 2024 Fall Forum episode, guest host Christopher Kunney interviews Ryan Cameron, VP of Technology and Innovation at Children's Nebraska. Ryan shares his non-traditional journey into healthcare IT and the organization's success in winning the Pinnacle and Synergy Awards. He highlights the importance of cross-industry innovation, a strong partnership between clinicians and IT, and empowering analysts to make swift decisions that enhance the clinical experience. Ryan emphasizes Children's Nebraska's core value of innovation and their focus on a continuous improvement mindset. He also shares the organization's commitment to accessible and affordable care through a robust telehealth program, further fueled by their newly launched innovation center.   Tune in and learn how empowering your team and embracing a forward-thinking approach can transform healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Ryan Cameron on LinkedIn. Learn more about Children’s Nebraska on their LinkedIn and website.
January 7, 2025

Addressing Social Threats to Aging Well in America with Dr. John Kim, SVP of West Coast Markets at Alignment Healthcare

Addressing social determinants of health can significantly improve seniors' health outcomes and quality of life. In this episode, Dr. John Kim, Senior Vice President of West Coast Markets at Alignment Healthcare, discusses the 2024 "Social Threats to Aging Well in America" survey findings. Dr. Kim shares how the survey identifies critical challenges seniors face, including aging in place, transportation access, and economic insecurity. He delves into the importance of addressing the social determinants of health and how Alignment Healthcare leverages insights to create innovative healthcare benefits and programs. Dr. Kim also talks about the role of healthcare organizations and broader societal efforts in supporting seniors to age with dignity and independence. Tune in to uncover how healthcare innovations and community-focused solutions are reshaping the experience of aging! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. John Kim on LinkedIn. Follow Alignment Health on LinkedIn and explore their website. Read yourself about Alignment Health’s 2024 Social Threats to Aging Well in America here.
January 6, 2025

Transforming Dermatology: Prioritizing Patient Care and Integrity with Dr. Stephen Lewellis, board-certified dermatologist, founder, and owner at Above & Beyond Dermatology

An independent dermatology practice prioritizes patient care and integrity over profits while aiming to improve geographic health equity through innovative business practices. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Lewellis, founder of Above & Beyond Dermatology, shares his unconventional journey into medicine. Initially pursuing a medical career for its stability, Dr. Lewellis recently discovered his true passion as an independent physician, aligning with his values and goals despite the risks. His practice prioritizes patient experience and care integrity over profit, unlike larger hospital systems driven by market incentives. Dr. Lewellis employs unique business practices, such as accepting Medicare and Medicaid, avoiding direct contracts with commercial insurance, and providing personalized care. Throughout the conversation, he touches on improving geographic health equity through dermatology clinical trials, the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship, and the future of his practice.  Tune in to learn how Dr. Lewellis is transforming patient care and promoting health equity through innovative business practices. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Stephen Lewellis on LinkedIn. Follow Above & Beyond Dermatology on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Listen to The Direct Care Derm Podcast.
January 3, 2025

The Silent Kidney Killer And How To Detect It Early with Tom Calabro, Assistant Vice President of Cardiac Service Line for Atrium Health

Accurate urine output monitoring is crucial for early detection and management of acute kidney injury. In this episode, Tom Calabro, Assistant Vice President of Cardiac Service Line for Atrium Health, discusses the importance of automated urine collection systems in today's fast-paced, data-driven healthcare environment, particularly concerning AKI. He explains AKI, its causes, and how it is categorized into pre-renal, intrinsic, and post-renal phases. Tom highlights the significance of urine output as an early indicator of AKI, emphasizing its role in timely intervention and improved patient outcomes, even amidst nursing shortages. He also shares his experience with the Akron automated urine collection system, praising its accuracy, EMR integration, ability to predict AKI onset up to 30 hours earlier, and overall contribution to enhanced patient care.  Tune in and learn how automated urine output monitoring can empower nurses, improve patient safety, and ultimately save lives! Resources: Connect with and follow Tom Calabro on LinkedIn. Follow Atrium Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
December 30, 2024

Building a Sustainable Practice: A Psychologist’s Journey in Balancing Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Jeremy Sharp, founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling and host of The Testing Psychology Podcast

Balancing business growth with personal fulfillment is essential; sometimes, the best path forward is to scale back rather than push for continuous expansion. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Sharp, founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling and host of The Testing Psychology Podcast, shares insights from his journey of founding a successful private practice and discusses the unique challenges psychologists face when running their own businesses. He talks about his passion for sharing business wisdom with other psychologists through his podcast. Reflecting on recent changes to "right-size" his practice, Jeremy provides a candid look at balancing business growth with personal fulfillment. Tune in to learn insights on managing growth while scaling back and maintaining mental well-being while leading a thriving practice. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jeremy Sharp on LinkedIn. Follow the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling on LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to The Testing Psychologist Podcast and visit their website. Explore the Reverb Reports AI website.
December 27, 2024

Revolutionizing Virtual Care with At-Home Biometric Kits with Travis Rush, co-founder and CEO of Reperio Health

At-home biometric kits and AI-driven virtual health consultations enhance healthcare accessibility and efficiency. In this episode, co-founder and CEO of Reperio Health, Travis Rush shares his innovative approach to enhancing virtual care. Reperio Health aims to make healthcare more accessible with its at-home biometric kit, which provides key health metrics within minutes and includes biometric devices and a centralized hub that connects with an app for a seamless user experience. This solution addresses the inconvenience that prevents many from visiting doctors regularly by easily and efficiently providing foundational health data. Integrating AI and connecting with healthcare databases, Reperio offers comprehensive virtual health consultations, setting a new standard for telehealth. Travis emphasizes the importance of responsibly embracing new technologies and AI to alleviate healthcare professional shortages and improve care delivery.  Tune in to learn how Reperio Health is revolutionizing virtual care! Resources: Connect with and follow Travis Rush on LinkedIn. Follow Reperio Health on LinkedIn and explore their website. 
December 23, 2024

Part 1: Conquer Launch Complexity: Strategies For Pharma Success with Keitel Suri, Vice President of Launch Excellence at Lumanity

Launching a pharmaceutical brand is a complex and high-stakes endeavor, requiring a smarter and faster approach supported by technology to ensure timely decision-making. In the first part of this amazing conversation, Saul Marquez introduces "IGNITE," an innovative launch readiness tool designed by former pharma leaders aimed at enhancing launch planning and collaboration in the pharma industry. In a conversation with Keitel Suri, Vice President of Launch Excellence at Lumanity, insights are shared on navigating pharmaceutical launches effectively, emphasizing the importance of preparation and readiness amidst the evolving landscape. They discuss the critical role of frameworks and platforms like IGNITE in providing a single source of truth, reducing administrative burdens, and fostering transparent decision-making in the high-pressure environment of pharma launches. Tune in and learn how the right tools and framework can transform your launch strategy and maximize your chances of success! Resources: Watch Part 1 here. Connect with and follow Keitel Suri on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lumanity on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Discover more about IGNITE here.
December 20, 2024

How Salivary Screening is Key to Understanding Healthcare with Dr. Tina Saw and Brian Jones

Imagine a world where a simple saliva test can transform oral health care, prevent disease, and bridge the gap between dentistry and overall wellness. In this episode, Dr. Tina Saw and Brian Jones discuss their collaboration to improve oral health outcomes for underserved populations using salivary diagnostics. This proactive, data-driven technology has the potential to transform oral health into a broader wellness strategy by streamlining care, enhancing collaboration, and personalizing recommendations. Tune in to learn how groundbreaking salivary diagnostics are revolutionizing oral health care and improving lives, especially for underserved populations! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Tina Saw on LinkedIn. Follow Oral Genome on LinkedIn and discover their website! Follow Harmony Health on LinkedIn and explore their website! Connect with and follow Brian Jones on LinkedIn. Follow Avēsis on LinkedIn and visit their website! Follow Team Smile on Instagram and check out their website! Learn more about Avēsis and Harmony Health Launch Pioneering Salivary Testing Pilot for Patients with Special Healthcare Needs here! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
December 19, 2024

Innovative Approaches to Streamline Healthcare Delivery with Travis Parkinson, President, Healthcare at Sidekick Health

Sidekick Health’s digital care platform utilizes AI to personalize patient care and reduce healthcare waste, transforming the future of healthcare delivery. In this episode, Travis Parkinson, president of Sidekick Health’s healthcare business, discusses how Sidekick is tackling challenges faced by US payers, such as declining reimbursement rates and inefficient care management. He introduces the digital continuum of care platform, offering over 20 therapeutic programs that improve patient engagement and reduce healthcare waste. The episode highlights how Sidekick uses AI to personalize care, streamline workflows, and alleviate clinician burnout, resulting in significant reductions in inpatient visits. Travis also emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and encourages engagement with Sidekick through social media. Tune in to discover how Sidekick Health is pioneering digital health innovations and transforming the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Travis Parkinson on LinkedIn. Follow Sidekick Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
December 19, 2024

Transforming Healthcare: Gerard Odafe on Digital Innovation and Value-Based Care

Digital transformation in healthcare is reshaping patient care and driving innovations in value-based outcomes. In this episode, Gerard Odafe, Associate Director of Digital Products and Services at Baxter, discusses his journey from aerospace to healthcare, sharing how digital innovation transforms patient care and outcomes. He recounts experiences at Cleveland Clinic, Highmark Health, and Baxter, highlighting the growing role of digital health tools in enhancing patient care and value-based outcomes. Gerard talks about how vertical integration enables control over insurance and care delivery, facilitating accelerated innovation and targeted interventions. He stresses the importance of a people-centered approach, effective communication, and empathy in healthcare advancements, cautioning against over-reliance on AI without personalized care.  Tune in to explore how digital health tools and innovative strategies revolutionize healthcare delivery and enhance patient outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Gerard Odafe on LinkedIn. Follow Baxter on LinkedIn and visit their website.
December 18, 2024

Transforming Clinical Documentation with Ambient AI with Dr. Dean Dalili, Chief Medical Officer at DeepScribe, and Dr. Jason Hill, Innovation Officer at Ochsner Health

Ambient AI in clinical documentation is transforming healthcare by enhancing physician workflows, marking a shift toward efficient and satisfying healthcare experiences. In this episode, Dr. Dean Dalili, Chief Medical Officer at DeepScribe, and Dr. Jason Hill, Innovation Officer at Ochsner Health, discuss the transformative potential of ambient AI in clinical documentation and its impact on healthcare. Dean and Jason talk about how DeepScribe’s technology is optimizing physician workflows, enhancing patient satisfaction, and driving measurable ROI for health systems. Dr. Hill and Dr. Dalili stress the importance of system-wide adoption and co-development partnerships in shaping the future of ambient AI in healthcare. Tune in to explore how ambient AI is transforming healthcare and discover insights from leaders shaping the future of clinical documentation! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Dean Dalili on LinkedIn. Follow DeepScribe on LinkedIn and explore their website. Connect with and follow Dr. Jason Hill on LinkedIn. Follow Ochsner Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
December 17, 2024

Building a Better Care Journey: The Insights on Value-Based Care with John Petito, Chief Strategy Officer at TailorCare

Shifting towards a value-based care model focused on patient needs, healthcare organizations can improve outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance the overall patient experience. In this episode, John Petito, Chief Strategy Officer at TailorCare, advocates for a patient-centered approach to musculoskeletal healthcare through a specialty value-based care model. He discusses how TailorCare's model prioritizes patient engagement by spending significant time understanding individual needs and goals, leading to more effective treatment plans. John talks about how expert guidance and connecting patients with appropriate care options are ways to reduce unnecessary procedures and costs. He also comments that TailorCare's approach improves collaboration between patients, providers, and payers, leading to more efficient and effective care delivery. Tune in to learn how a value-based care model can revolutionize musculoskeletal healthcare by prioritizing patient needs and fostering collaboration among patients, providers, and payers! Resources: Connect with and follow John Petito on LinkedIn. Follow TailorCare on LinkedIn and visit their website.
December 16, 2024

Transforming Health Through Behavior Change with Scott Paddock, CEO of Wondr Health

Behavior change, visionary leadership, and practical insights can transform metabolic, emotional, and physical health. In this episode, Scott Paddock, CEO of Wondr Health, talks about the company's mission to transform metabolic, emotional, and physical health through behavior change. He shares insights on Wondr Health's unique value proposition, the challenges faced in the healthcare landscape, and the importance of leadership in navigating these challenges. Scott also highlights the need for hope and vision in leadership, offering practical advice for entrepreneurs in the healthcare space. Tune in to uncover the power of behavior change in health, the value of visionary leadership, and practical tips for navigating healthcare challenges! Resources: Connect with and follow Scott Paddock on LinkedIn. Follow Wondr Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
December 13, 2024

Building a Support Network for Dental Office Managers Nationwide with Heather Colicchio

From a simple idea sparked by a friend's call for help to leading a 10,000-member organization, Heather Colicchio transformed the landscape of dental office management. In this episode, Heather Colicchio discusses the founding and growth of the American Association of Dental Office Management, which supports dental office managers by providing essential business education and fostering a strong, supportive community. Recognizing a lack of resources for dental office managers after a friend's struggles with running a practice, Heather transitioned from being an entrepreneur with a chain of cafes to leading AADOM, now the largest organization of its kind with over 10,000 members, and she envisions the organization continuing to lead in education and professional development as the dental industry evolves toward integrated, care-convergent models. Tune in as Heather Colicchio reveals how AADOM is shaping the future of dental office management with essential education, community, and leadership insights! Resources: Connect with and follow Heather Colicchio on LinkedIn. Follow the American Association of Dental Office Management on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube, and discover their website! Register for the AADOM annual conference here!  Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
December 12, 2024

Unlocking New Frontiers in Alzheimer’s Treatment with Christian Howell, CEO of Cognito Therapeutics

Non-invasive neurostimulation technology can significantly slow cognitive and functional decline in Alzheimer's patients by stimulating brain activity with a new approach. In this episode, Christian Howell, CEO of Cognito Therapeutics, highlights the limited progress in Alzheimer's disease modification, noting recent monoclonal antibodies targeting amyloid plaque but with concerns about efficacy and cost. He also discusses Cognito's groundbreaking work on Alzheimer's treatments and explains how their innovative device, Spectris, offers a promising non-invasive therapy. Christian explains how Cognito is actively gathering evidence for Spectris' approval and market launch, envisioning its application for various neurodegenerative conditions, broader aging-related cognitive decline, and metabolic health, showcasing the potential of neurostimulation in driving biological brain changes.  Tune in to discover the future of non-invasive neurostimulation and the benefits this new technology could bring to Alzheimer's patients! Resources: Connect with and follow Christian Howell on LinkedIn. Follow Cognito Therapeutics on LinkedIn and explore their Website. Find the Nature paper about Spectris here. 
December 10, 2024

AI’s Impact on Modern Marketing Strategies with Steve Olenski, Chief Marketing Officer at Stan Ventures

The evolving marketing landscape demands adaptability as well as consistent and impactful brand strategies. In this episode, Steve Olenski, Chief Marketing Officer at Stan Ventures, discusses the evolving landscape of marketing, the challenges marketers face today, and the importance of authenticity and consistency in brand messaging. He explores the impact of AI on marketing strategies, the significance of customer retention, and how to effectively communicate with consumers. Steve also emphasizes the need for marketers to adapt to changes in media and consumer behavior while maintaining a unified brand voice across all channels. Tune in to explore the secrets to navigating today’s marketing challenges with authentic, consistent branding and the power of AI! Resources: Connect with and follow Steve Olenski on LinkedIn and X. Follow Stan Ventures on LinkedIn and explore his Website. Tune in to The CMO Whisperer Podcast.
December 9, 2024

The Urgency of Interoperability: Preventing Patient Loss Through Connected Healthcare with Carol Flagg, managing partner of Answers Media Company

In an era where technological advancements are transforming healthcare, the challenges of interoperability and patient experience continue to loom large, revealing deep flaws within the system. In this episode, Carol Flagg, managing partner of Answers Media Company, shares insights from her journey from publishing to healthcare, leading a pioneering role in media and digital health transformation. Carol discusses the power of Healthcare Now Radio, the challenges and personal experiences that shaped her perspective on the healthcare system, and the role of AI and interoperability in shaping the future. She also emphasizes that achieving full interoperability is crucial to prevent unnecessary patient losses and stresses the need for a safety-first approach to deploying AI technology in healthcare. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on innovation, communication, and the human side of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Carol Flagg on LinkedIn. Follow Answers Media Network on LinkedIn. Explore Health IT Answers website. Check out the What’s My Tagline? Podcast.
December 6, 2024

Think Oral Health @ HLTH 2024, Las Vegas with Cody Levine

Can the right toothpaste change more than just your smile? In this episode, Cody Levine discusses TWICE's mission to promote holistic oral health through natural products that support the oral microbiome. He highlights the importance of using ingredients that reduce inflammation and improve long-term health, emphasizing the connection between oral and overall wellness, while also sharing insights on building consumer trust and the role of healthcare leaders in promoting daily oral care. Tune into a conversation about how innovative oral care can transform health, led by TWICE co-founder Cody Levine and his family of dental experts! Resources: Connect with and follow Cody Levine on LinkedIn. Follow TWICE on LinkedIn and discover their website! Learn about the Glo Good Foundation here!
December 5, 2024

ClearCast: A New Hearing Technology that Amplifies Both Sound and Relationships

What if the key to reconnecting with loved ones lies in a revolutionary hearing solution that amplifies sound and relationships? In this episode, Dr. Sreek Cherukuri, a pioneering ENT specialist and founder of ClearCast Hearing, introduces ClearCast, a groundbreaking hearing solution designed to amplify more than just sound. With a focus on both technological innovation and fostering family connections, ClearCast is a conversation-amplifying earphone that helps elderly individuals stay fully engaged with their loved ones. In this episode, Dr. Cherukuri explores the transformative impact of ClearCast, from overcoming hearing aid stigma to empowering people to reconnect with family. Tune in to discover how this new category of hearing technology is bridging the gap between innovation and inclusivity, amplifying the voices that matter most. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Sreek Cherukuri on LinkedIn. Visit the ClearCast Hearing website.
December 4, 2024

Building a Culture of Excellence in Healthcare: Small Steps, Big Impact with Jarvis Gray, founder and CEO of The Quality Coaching Co

Methodical analysis of business problems and a simple one-at-a-time small and quick improvement can drive outstanding outcomes. In this episode, Jarvis Gray, founder and CEO of The Quality Coaching Co, discusses his journey from industrial design in electronics to founding the Quality Coaching Company. He emphasizes the importance of setting goals, continuous learning, and networking, likening personal development to building a business. Jarvis advocates for rapid improvement events using a 21-day framework rather than lengthy projects while stressing the need to optimize processes before implementing technology. His approach to achieving healthcare excellence involves taking small, incremental steps, and he invites professionals to connect through his Excellence in Healthcare podcast or directly via his business. Tune in to learn how rapid improvement events can transform healthcare processes! Resources:  Connect with and follow Jarvis Gray on LinkedIn. Follow the Quality Coaching Company on LinkedIn and visit their website.  Reach out to Jarvis at +1 404 7371944.  Listen to the Excellence in Healthcare Podcast. 
December 3, 2024

Transforming Health IT: Insights from an Expert with John Lynn, founder and chief editor of Healthcare Scene

Have you ever heard of a hobby blog transforming into a health IT empire? In this episode John Lynn, founder and chief editor of Healthcare Scene, shares his journey building a successful media company focused on health IT. Throughout the conversation, he explains the impact of AI in healthcare, strategies for vendor engagement, and the importance of aligning solutions with health systems' strategic priorities. John also reflects on the challenges faced in his entrepreneurial journey and emphasizes the value of learning from failures. Tune in to receive insights on AI's impact on healthcare, vendor strategies, and entrepreneurial lessons! Resources: Connect with and follow John Lynn on LinkedIn and X. Visit the Healthcare Scene website. Follow Healthcare It Today on LinkedIn and visit their website. Subscribe to the Healthcare It Today Newsletter. Follow Swaay.Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
December 2, 2024

Think Oral Health @ HLTH 2024, Las Vegas with Dr. Ali Shazib

Imagine a dental school where students don’t just learn clinical skills; they’re immersed in entrepreneurship, advocacy, and real-world healthcare integration from day one. In this episode, Dr. Ali Shazib, Dean of the Workman School of Dental Medicine at High Point University, talks about how he is transforming dental education by integrating medical and dental fields to address the complexities of modern healthcare. Through the C.A.R.E. Curriculum (Clinician, Advocate, Researcher, Entrepreneur), students gain a well-rounded, patient-centered education emphasizing life skills, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. Dr. Shazib’s model includes a unique clinical network, the High Point University Health Oral Health Network, which immerses students in real-world practice acquisition and patient care. Connected through Epic's EHR, this network enables seamless collaboration with other healthcare systems and prepares students to meet emerging healthcare needs. By reimagining dental education, Dr. Shazib hopes to cultivate healthcare professionals who can bridge gaps across disciplines and contribute to a broader evolution in care delivery. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of dental education, where visionary leaders are breaking down silos and redefining how healthcare professionals are trained to meet tomorrow's challenges! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Ali Shazib on LinkedIn. Follow High Point University’s Workman School of Dental Medicine on LinkedIn and visit their website. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
November 28, 2024

The Future of Men’s Health Optimization with Dr. Tracy Gapin, founder of the Gapin Institute

Discover Dr. Tracy Gapin's transformative approach to men's health with his innovative Peak Launch System! In this episode of Founder Stories, Dr. Tracy Gapin discusses his journey from traditional urology to founding the Gapin Institute, focusing on men's health optimization and longevity. He emphasizes the need for a proactive approach to health, highlighting the importance of advanced diagnostics and personalized care. Dr. Gapin introduces his Peak Launch System, a four-step process designed to transform men's health through comprehensive testing, tailored interventions, and ongoing data analysis. He shares insights on the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly in marketing, and concludes with the philosophy of living with intention and prioritizing personal goals and family. Tune in to discover why proactive, personalized healthcare and intentional living are key to optimizing men's health and well-being! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Tracy Gapin on LinkedIn. Follow the Gapin Institute on LinkedIn and explore their website.  Claim the gifts Dr. Gapin has to offer listeners here.
November 26, 2024

Solving Mental Health Access with Innovation and Strategic Care Models with Andy Flanagan, CEO of Iris Telehealth

Improving access to mental healthcare requires specialized, end-to-end solutions supported by strong clinician networks and strategic partnerships. In this episode, Andy Flanagan, CEO of Iris Telehealth, talks about his leadership journey and the work Iris Telehealth is doing to improve mental healthcare access across the United States. He shares how Iris Telehealth partners with healthcare organizations to provide end-to-end behavioral health solutions, focusing on increasing access to care and supporting clinicians. Throughout this conversation, Andy also highlights the challenges and future opportunities in delivering value-based care in the mental health space, including the role of technology and AI in creating more efficient care delivery systems. Tune in to discover insights on the intersection of leadership, mental health, and healthcare innovation! Resources: Connect with and follow Andy Flanagan on LinkedIn. Follow Iris Telehealth on LinkedIn. Explore Iris Telehealth Website.
November 25, 2024

Empowering Lives with Prosthetics with Graviel Nuel Jacobo, founder and CEO of Centro de Prótesis y Terapia Física (Prosthetics and Physical Therapy Center)

From tragedy to triumph, discover how a personal loss sparked an inspiring mission to restore hope and dignity to others. In this episode of Founder Stories, Graviel Nuel Jacobo, founder and CEO of Centro de Prótesis y Terapia Física (Prosthetics and Physical Therapy Center) in the Dominican Republic, shares his inspiring journey from a tragic accident at age six that resulted in the loss of his leg to his mission of helping others in similar situations. He discusses the founding of his nonprofit organization, the challenges faced in building it, and the profound impact of providing prosthetics to those in need, restoring their hope and dignity. Tune in to be inspired by how a personal tragedy became a mission to restore hope and dignity to others through his nonprofit, which provides prosthetics! Resources: Connect with and follow Graviel Nuel Jacobo on LinkedIn. Follow the Centro de Prótesis y Terapia Física on Facebook and visit their website.
November 22, 2024

Maximizing Practice Efficiency: The Power of Remote Medical Support with Justin Lam, co-founder of Cool Blue VA, and Dr. Carrie Lam, a board-certified family and functional medicine physician

Medical virtual assistants are a transformative solution for healthcare practices, reducing burnout and inefficiencies while enabling providers to focus on delivering high-quality patient care. In this episode, Justin Lam, co-founder of Cool Blue VA, and Dr. Carrie Lam, a board-certified family and functional medicine physician, share their journeys of addressing burnout, improving practice efficiency, and scaling their businesses by utilizing medical virtual assistants (VAs). Dr. Carrie highlights how VAs transformed her clinic operations, and Justin dives into Cool Blue VA's mission to provide tailored support to healthcare providers. Additionally, they offer an exclusive free two-week VA trial offer to experience the benefits firsthand. Tune in to learn how virtual assistants can transform your practice, improve patient care, and lighten your load! Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Dr. Carrie Lam on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Justin Lam on LinkedIn. Follow Cool Blue VA on LinkedIn and explore their website. Explore the Lam Clinic website. Get the special FREE offer for the Outcomes Rocket listeners of the two-week trial here.
November 21, 2024

Think Oral Health @ HLTH 2024, Las Vegas with Adam Schulhof and Mark Goldstein

A new awards platform is emerging to recognize and celebrate innovative technology's transformative impact on patient care. In this episode, Dr. Adam Schulhof, founder and CEO of Grin, and Mark Goldstein, founder and Chairman of The Digital Health Hub Foundation, discuss the role of innovation and technology in healthcare. They highlight the efforts Mark’s Foundation is making to recognize transformative achievements and how entrepreneurs are reshaping patient care. His organization aims to create a prestigious awards show for healthcare to recognize innovation. Dr. Schulhof shares insights from his orthodontic background, emphasizing the need to understand consumer needs in dental care and advocating for technology that connects patients with doctors conveniently.  Tune in to discover how healthcare is being reshaped through innovation and technology! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Adam Schulhof on LinkedIn. Follow Grin on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Mark Goldstein on LinkedIn. Follow The Digital Health Hub Foundation on LinkedIn and explore their website. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
November 21, 2024

AI, Pharma, and Precision Medicine: Akshay Monga’s Vision for the Future of Healthcare

Advanced technologies and data-driven solutions are revolutionizing healthcare, paving the way for breakthroughs in precision medicine and innovative drug discovery. In this episode, Akshay Monga shares insights on how data, AI, and advanced technologies are transforming the industry. He discusses topics like precision medicine, data silos, and the future of AI in drug discovery, highlighting the importance of accessible data and addressing challenges like patient identification for clinical trials. Tune in as we explore the transformative power of technology in healthcare and uncover the exciting advancements that are shaping the future of medicine! Resources: Connect with and follow Akshay Monga on LinkedIn.
November 20, 2024

Engagement & Tech: How SMARTCharts is Redefining Rehabilitation with Corinne Vargas, founder and CEO of SMART Charts

Data visualizations are transforming rehab therapy by driving patient engagement and tech innovation. In this episode, Corinne Vargas introduces her startup SMARTCharts, which is focused on innovative data visualizations for rehabilitation therapies. She shares her journey from actuary to healthcare entrepreneur and CEO, discussing her company's challenges and successes as well. SMARTCharts aims to enhance patient engagement and decision-making in physical, occupational, and speech therapy by transforming complex data into understandable visual formats. Throughout the conversation, Corinne also touches on the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship, the role of technology in healthcare, and the future of business, including potential gamification features. Tune in to discover how SMARTCharts uses innovative data visualizations to enhance patient engagement and decision-making in rehabilitation therapies. Resources: Connect with and follow Corinne Vargas on LinkedIn. Follow SMARTCharts on LinkedIn and explore their Website.
November 19, 2024

Improving Patient Satisfaction through Financial Innovation with Gary Johnson, Chief Growth Officer of Curae

Curae's financial solutions and technology tackle patient debt and enhance healthcare satisfaction. In this episode, we meet Gary Johnson, Chief Growth Officer of Curae, who shares his extensive experience in healthcare marketing and revenue cycle management. He discusses the challenges of patient bad debt and uncompensated care, highlighting how Curae's innovative financial solutions help healthcare providers and patients navigate the complexities of healthcare costs. Gary also emphasizes the importance of technology in improving revenue cycle processes and encourages healthcare providers to strive for better financial outcomes and patient satisfaction. Tune in to discover how Curae’s innovative financial solutions are transforming healthcare costs and improving patient satisfaction! Resources: Connect with and follow Gary Johnson on LinkedIn. Follow Curae on LinkedIn and explore their website.
November 18, 2024

Marketing and Event Planning in Healthcare Distribution with Ian Fardy, VP of Marketing at NDC, Inc.

The biggest miss in event production is forgetting that the event is for the attendees, not you. In this episode, Ian Fardy shares his journey from event marketing to becoming the Vice President of Marketing at NDC. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of marketing and the opportunities in event making. Ian discusses the growing possibilities of AI in the distribution business, exploring how technology could shape marketing strategies and enhance operational efficiencies within the healthcare sector. Tune in to learn how Ian Fardy leverages his background in event production and marketing to enhance NDC’s strategic partnerships and provide valuable solutions in the healthcare distribution sector! Resources: Connect with and follow Ian Fardy on LinkedIn. Follow NDC on LinkedIn and visit their website. Listen to Parcels of Info, an NDC Podcast.
November 15, 2024

Think Oral Health @ HLTH 2024, Las Vegas with Stephen Thorne.

Imagine if a simple saliva test at the dentist could predict your risk for chronic diseases years before symptoms appear. In this episode, Stephen Thorne discusses the critical link between oral health and systemic diseases, advocating for better integration between dental and medical care. He highlights the promise of saliva diagnostics for early periodontal disease detection, the need for shared electronic health records to bridge communication gaps, and the importance of educating the public on the mouth-body connection to encourage proactive health management. Tune in and dive into a groundbreaking conversation where dental and medical experts reveal how the latest advances in oral health could be the key to unlocking better overall wellness! Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Thorne on LinkedIn. Follow PDS Health on LinkedIn and discover their website. SmileGeneration.com Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
November 14, 2024

Understanding the Patient Journey: Key to Improving Medication Adherence with Michael Oleksiw, CEO of Pleio Inc.

Medication adherence is not just a transaction; it's a journey! In this episode, Michael Oleksiw, CEO of Pleio Inc., discusses the complexities of medication adherence and how his company addresses emotional barriers that prevent patients from taking their prescribed medications. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the patient journey and the role of pharmacies and pharma companies in supporting adherence. Michael shares insights on the impact of their interventions, the diverse client base they serve, and the lessons learned from setbacks in the industry. He concludes with advice for leaders on maintaining focus and the importance of collaboration in healthcare innovation. Tune in to highlight the complexities of medication adherence and the importance of understanding the patient journey! Resources: Connect with and follow Michael Oleksiw on LinkedIn. Follow Pleio Inc. on LinkedIn. Reach out to Michael at Michael@Pleio.com
November 12, 2024

A New Approach to Hospital Staffing: Enhancing Care and Efficiency with David Aaron Rosen, founder and CEO of Open Source MD

Healthcare staffing can be improved to increase physician fulfillment, hospital productivity, and patient care while remaining flexible and cost-effective. In this episode, David Aaron Rosen, founder and CEO of Open Source MD, discusses his innovative approach to healthcare staffing. He shares how his company’s unique model addresses inefficiencies in hospital staffing while benefiting physicians, hospitals, and patients alike. Dr. Rosen talks about the multiple benefits of Open Source MD for physicians, from housing and cars to medical malpractice health insurance. He also explains how medical practitioners can increase their yearly net income while maintaining fair rates for hospitals.  Tune in to learn about Dr. Rosen's disruptive idea about physician staffing and its benefits for the whole healthcare industry. Resources: Connect with and follow David Aaron Rosen on LinkedIn. Contact David Aaron Rosen via e-mail. Follow  Open Source MD on LinkedIn. Explore the Open Source MD website.
November 8, 2024

Reversing Diabetes with Technology: Sami Inkinen’s Journey from Tech Innovator to Healthcare Disruptor

Can type 2 diabetes and obesity be reversed? In this episode, Sami Inkinen, co-founder and CEO of Virta Health, discusses his personal journey from a pre-diabetic endurance athlete to leading a company focused on reversing type 2 diabetes and obesity through nutritional interventions. He shares how his own health scare led him to connect with Dr. Steven Phinney and learn about the reversibility of these conditions, inspiring him to co-found Virta Health. Sami explains how Virta Health utilizes telemedicine, personalized nutrition plans, and expert support to help patients achieve significant health improvements and reduce healthcare costs. He emphasizes the importance of individualized care and highlights the often-overlooked power of nutrition in addressing chronic diseases. Sami also envisions a future where the reversibility of chronic diseases through nutrition is widely recognized and where nutrition is covered by payers as a standard treatment option. Tune in and learn from Sami Inkinen’s inspiring journey and the groundbreaking potential of nutritional interventions! Resources: Connect with and follow Sami Inkinen on LinkedIn. Follow Virta Health on LinkedIn and YouTube, and explore their website!
November 6, 2024

Aligning Incentives with Quality Care with Nick Reber, founder and CEO of Garner Health

Aligning financial incentives with high-quality patient outcomes is essential for transforming healthcare economics and improving both cost-effectiveness and quality. In this episode, Nick Reber, founder and CEO of Garner Health, talks about how his company is revolutionizing healthcare economics by aligning incentives to improve provider performance and patient outcomes. Garner Health works primarily with employers, offering incentives to encourage the use of high-quality doctors while maintaining existing networks. Nick points out the challenges faced during COVID-19 when healthcare costs dropped, and interest in their services waned, but they remained committed to their long-term goals. He also warns of rising healthcare inflation trends and stresses the need for solutions to manage escalating costs effectively. Tune in to find out how Garner Health is changing the game in healthcare by making sure costs match the quality of care in our chat with CEO Nick Reber! Resources: Connect with and follow Nick Reber on LinkedIn. Follow Garner Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
November 5, 2024

Hands-On Growth Strategies for Healthcare Innovators with Asha Strazzero-Wild, co-founder and Principal at Outpointe

Sustainable growth in healthcare organizations relies on building strong foundations through strategic systems and processes. In this episode, Asha Strazzero-Wild, co-founder and Principal at Outpointe, discusses the importance of establishing solid systems and processes, comparing business growth to building a sturdy foundation that can withstand challenges. Outpointe differentiates itself by working hands-on with clients to implement and execute growth strategies, unlike many consultancies that only offer advice. She highlights their approach to pragmatic marketing, which emphasizes strategic product management and market differentiation. Asha also emphasizes that success requires patience and careful planning, as exemplified by the development of their growth readiness outlook tool. Tune in and learn how to get ready, aim, and fire in order to plan carefully before executing in a fast-changing healthcare landscape! Resources: Connect with and follow Asha Strazzero-Wild on LinkedIn. Follow Outpointe on LinkedIn. Visit the Outpointe website.
November 4, 2024

Breaking Stereotypes: The True Value of Sales with John Golden, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Pipeliner CRM

Sales should be embraced and respected as a vital, entrepreneurial profession essential to business success. In this episode, John Golden, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Pipeliner CRM, highlights the importance of sales as a valuable career despite negative stereotypes. He urges salespeople to embrace and take pride in their roles, even if they entered sales by default. John emphasizes the need for organizations to recognize and support their sales teams, who often have compensation tied to performance. He also refers to salespeople as "sales-preneurs," crucial to their companies and deserving of respect. Tune in for a greater appreciation of the sales profession and its unique challenges! Resources: Connect with and follow John Golden on LinkedIn. Follow Pipeliner CRM on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow Sales POP! on LinkedIn and visit their website. Listen to the Sales POP! Purveyors of Prosperity podcast. Get a copy of John Golden’s books, Winning the Battle for Sales and Social Upheaval: How to Win at Social Selling.
November 1, 2024

Re – Post: Mission Driven Impact: Restoring Smiles and Communities with Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Transformation begins with a commitment to smile and a commitment to show up and do the work that needs to get done. In this episode, Mariya and Jonathan interview Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein. They share their experience having attended the GLO Good Foundation oral health mission at Eleuthera, Bahamas that we covered in episode one with Lenny Kravitz. The mission involved caring for people’s needs, addressing tooth decay, extensive teamwork, leadership efforts, and commitment from everyone involved to have positive results. The outcome was extraordinary. Eric and Gerard share how this experience informed their views on access to care and transformed their outlook on serving others.  Listen to this episode and learn how the work that was done in Eleuthera Bahamas can give you inspiration and ideas to make care more equitable and accessible in your boardroom, practice, and community. Resources: Connect with and follow Eric Pulver on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Gerard Meuchner on LinkedIn. Discover the Pulver Oral Surgery Website! Follow Henry Schein on LinkedIn. Visit the Henry Schein Website!
October 31, 2024

Escaping the Clinic: Discovering Freedom Through Online Business with Katie Bean, founder and owner of the Pre-PA Clinic and Escape the Clinic

Getting fired, having a mental health crisis, or dealing with personal roadblocks can be blessings in disguise, providing the push needed to pursue entrepreneurship. In this episode, Katie Bean, founder and owner of the Pre-PA Clinic and Escape the Clinic, discusses her journey through multiple healthcare specialties and how burnout led her to entrepreneurship. After reaching the limits of her career as a PA and facing burnout, Katie sought change and began exploring online business opportunities, but the tragic loss of her sister shifted her perspective on the fragility of life and inspired her to pursue her passions outside of the clinic. COVID-19 derailed her initial attempt to open a med spa but eventually led her to co-found "Escape the Clinic," an online platform empowering healthcare providers to pursue other career paths. Throughout the conversation, Katie emphasizes the importance of doing things imperfectly, learning from failure, and the boundless potential of entrepreneurship, while also highlighting her passion for guiding healthcare providers toward creating successful online businesses that give them the freedom to live fulfilling lives. Tune in and learn how to overcome burnout, explore new career opportunities, and take control of your future! Resources: Connect with and follow Katie Bean on LinkedIn and Instagram. Visit the Pre-PA Clinic website. Listen to the Escape the Clinic podcast here.
October 29, 2024

Reintroducing Consumer Choice in Prescription Decisions with Kyle Kiser, CEO of Arrive Health

Delivering accurate and timely data to providers fosters trust and increases the likelihood of changing behaviors toward cost-effective alternatives. In this episode, Kyle Kiser, CEO of Arrive Health, discusses the journey behind building an innovative healthcare platform that empowers both providers and patients by offering real-time data insights to make smarter, cost-effective decisions. He explains how the Arrive Health platform integrates with healthcare systems and EMRs, ensuring providers have access to the best pricing alternatives while maintaining patient care quality. Kyle emphasizes the need to reintroduce consumer choice in e-prescribing and reveals how they are streamlining prior authorization processes using AI while also reflecting on overcoming challenges in healthcare networks and highlighting the importance of seamless provider engagement. He also shares why he believes that leveraging generative AI will help speed up decision-making and reduce friction in patient care. Tune in and learn how this groundbreaking platform is reshaping healthcare by focusing on affordability, transparency, and efficiency! Resources: Connect with and follow Kyle Kiser on LinkedIn. Learn more about Arrive Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Kyle’s previous podcast episode here.
October 28, 2024

A Revolutionary Approach to Healthcare Technology with Stephanie Trunzo, Senior Vice President at Oracle Health

Oracle’s emphasis is on prioritizing humans in every decision-making process, aiming to simplify patient interactions and create a smoother, more intuitive journey for them. In this episode, Stephanie Trunzo, Senior Vice President at Oracle Health, discusses the exciting developments at Oracle Health and shares her vision for the future of healthcare. She shares Oracle Health's vision, including the integration of intuitive digital platforms for patients and providers, the importance of data security and patient privacy, and the impactful role of artificial intelligence in streamlining healthcare workflows. Throughout this conversation, she also highlights the significance of collaboration in driving innovation and invites listeners to explore the transformative potential of these advancements.  Tune in to hear the cutting-edge developments in healthcare technology and the collaborative mindset championed by Oracle Health. Resources: Connect with and follow Stephanie Trunzo on LinkedIn. Learn more about Oracle Health on their LinkedIn and website.
October 25, 2024

Combining Tech and Human Touch to Fight Obesity with Elina Onitskansky, founder and CEO of Ilant Health

The U.S. spends around 20% of its GDP on healthcare, yet still faces issues like low life expectancy and high obesity rates. In this episode, Elina Onitskansky, founder and CEO of Ilant Health, discusses the urgent need to address issues such as obesity and cardiometabolic diseases. She highlights the staggering impact of obesity on the U.S. healthcare system, noting its connection to health inequities and conditions like diabetes and heart disease. Elina explains Ilant Health’s innovative value-based care model, which uses personalized treatments driven by proprietary analytics tools like Ilant Rapid Returns and Metabolism Matters. She also shares how her team works with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance plans to provide targeted care while emphasizing the importance of blending technology and human support to improve patient outcomes in a cost-effective way. Tune in and learn how personalized, data-driven approaches can reshape healthcare and combat the obesity epidemic! Resources: Connect with and follow Elina Onitskansky on LinkedIn. Learn more about Ilant Health on their LinkedIn and website. Browse Ilant Health’s resources here.
October 25, 2024

Re – Post: Enabling Systemic Health Connections – The Provider and Health Plan Perspective with Claire Levesque, Chief Medical Officer for Commercial Products at Point32Health

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Constant communication between dentists and the PCPs would only enhance patients’ care experience and improve their health outcomes. In this episode, Claire Levesque talks about the future state interoperability between dental and medical providers in terms of diagnostics and prevention for general health issues like cancer and sleep apnea with hosts Dr. Jonathan and Mariya. She also explains the insurance business model perspective on the connection between dentistry and general health and how to navigate that field in order to make impactful changes. Tune in and learn more about the game-changing effect the integration between dentistry and the rest of health practices could have on patients’ outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Claire Levesque on LinkedIn. Follow Point32Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Point32Health Website.
October 24, 2024

Navigating Forecasting Pitfalls in Pharma and Beyond: Joseph Sterk’s Expertise

Accurate forecasting is key to navigating the complex and ever-evolving pharmaceutical industry! In this episode, Joseph Sterk discusses the challenges and common errors in forecasting, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. He details insights into the pitfalls of forecasting, including bias, incorrect inputs, and market research flaws, and how these issues can impact decision-making in pharma and other industries. Tune in for an insightful conversation that unpacks the art of pharmaceutical forecasting, explores the impact of AI, and reveals how healthcare companies stay ahead in a rapidly changing world! Resources: Connect with and follow Joseph Sterk on LinkedIn.
October 23, 2024

The Future Of Independent Medical Groups In The U.S. with Raj Voddiraju, founder and CEO of Stitch

Healthcare inefficiencies create massive opportunities for innovation, particularly for entrepreneurs looking to make both a business impact and a positive difference in patient care. In this episode, Raj Voddiraju, founder and CEO of Stitch, discusses his journey as a serial entrepreneur in the healthcare sector. He talks about his experiences with urgent care clinics, the inefficiencies in healthcare, and how those gaps offer opportunities for innovation. Raj explains how Stitch helps independent medical groups thrive by providing better employee benefits, HR expertise, and modern payroll solutions, which in turn enhance patient care and employee satisfaction. He also emphasizes the importance of keeping independent healthcare practices viable to support the U.S. healthcare system and shares the challenges of building his company. Tune in and learn how Raj is reshaping the future of healthcare for independent practices with cutting-edge solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Rajesh Voddiraju on LinkedIn. Learn more about Stitch on their LinkedIn and website.
October 22, 2024

From Pharmacy Legacy to Podcast Success with Mike Koelzer, host of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast

Embracing podcasting enables connections with influential figures, fosters a sense of community for listeners, and provides personal fulfillment beyond traditional media. In this episode, Mike Koelzer, host of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, shares insights from his journey, exploring his experiences, the unique value of his podcast, and the challenges and rewards of media independence. Mike, a third-generation pharmacist, felt inspired by his family legacy to pursue pharmacy and podcasting. His unscripted show, featuring influential pharmacy leaders, offers a unique sense of community and camaraderie to listeners. Throughout this conversation, Mike emphasizes the satisfaction he derives from consistently delivering content and overcoming the challenges of transitioning from traditional media to podcasting. He also encourages listeners to leverage the current media landscape to advance their own interests and goals. Tune in and discover how a third-generation pharmacist transformed his family legacy into a thriving podcast, creating a unique platform for industry insights and personal growth! Resources: Connect with and follow Mike Koelzer on LinkedIn. Follow The Business of Pharmacy Podcast on LinkedIn. Listen to The Business of Pharmacy Podcast.
October 21, 2024

Transforming Caregiving Experiences with Carrie Shaw, CEO and founder of Embodied Labs, and Diana Gelston, Chief Commercial Officer at Best Buy Health

As we all age, the imperative is evident: How can each of us contribute to crafting a world we desire to grow old in? In this episode, Carrie Shaw, CEO and founder of Embodied Labs, and Diana Gelston, Chief Commercial Officer at Best Buy Health, discuss their partnership and how they are shaping the future of in-home care through empathy-driven technology. They delve into the transformative impact of immersive training technology on caregiving and aging at home, reflecting on their unique partnership and the values driving their work. Carrie and Diana’s partnership has not only influenced the training and approach of professionals but has also touched the lives of those receiving care. From empowering Best Buy Health's Geek Squad agents to offering a lifeline for individuals in their own homes, they explain how their work is driving a culture shift towards more empathetic and personalized care. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will challenge you to consider your role in building a world we all want to age into. Resources: Connect with and follow Carrie Shaw on LinkedIn. Follow Embodied Labs on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Diana Gelston on LinkedIn. Follow Best Buy on LinkedIn and visit their website.
October 18, 2024

How Private Equity Frameworks Can Transform Physician Operations with Rob Greer, founder and CEO of SovDoc

Applying private equity frameworks can significantly improve a physician practice's financial performance and strategic positioning. In this episode, Rob Greer, founder and CEO of SovDoc, discusses his firm's role in helping physician practices optimize profitability and navigate the complexities of healthcare, especially with the rise of private equity. SovDoc offers services such as fractional CFO support, revenue enhancement through digital marketing, and strategic advisory for practice expansion or retirement. Rob emphasizes the company’s unique approach, combining private equity expertise with tailored financial guidance to improve practice outcomes. He acknowledges challenges in educating doctors about finance and dealing with diverse priorities within practices but remains optimistic about market opportunities. Rob also urges doctors to enhance their business and finance skills and prepare for a healthcare system increasingly influenced by private equity and AI advancements. Tune in and learn how SovDoc is equipping physicians to thrive amidst the transformative changes brought by private equity! Resources: Connect with and follow Rob Greer on LinkedIn. Follow SovDoc on LinkedIn. Visit the SovDoc website. Reach out to Rob at rob@sovdoc.com
October 18, 2024

Operationalizing Cyber with Next-Gen Security Operations with Peter Naumovski, the Global CISO and VP of IT Risk Management at AbbVie, and Teresa Tonthat, Vice President and Associate Chief Information Officer at Texas Children’s Hospital

Everyone, from top leadership to the frontline, has a role in safeguarding against cyber threats. In this episode, Peter Naumovski, the Global CISO and VP of IT Risk Management at AbbVie, and  Teresa Tonthat, Vice President and Associate Chief Information Officer at Texas Children's Hospital, emphasize the critical role of maintaining good cyber hygiene. Peter explains how simple measures like enabling multi-factor authentication, effective vulnerability management, and promptly addressing identified risks can prevent many potential breaches. Teresa discusses the persistent cyber threats targeting the healthcare industry and shares insights into Texas Children’s robust risk evaluation process and their inspiring mission to expand healthcare access. Throughout this eye-opening conversation, both guests highlight the necessity of cultivating a proactive security culture.  Stay tuned for a deep dive into the strategies and mindsets that keep these leaders ahead in cybersecurity! Note: What is discussed by Peter Naumovski are his personal views and not the views of AbbVie.  Resources:  Connect and follow Teresa Tonthat on LinkedIn. Learn more about Texas Children's Hospital on their LinkedIn and website. Connect and follow Peter Naumovski on LinkedIn. Learn more about AbbVie on their LinkedIn and website. Explore insights, emerging threats, and their potential impact in Deloitte’s Annual CyberThreat Trends Report Here. 
October 16, 2024

Pioneering Virtual Mental Health Solutions for Families with Naomi Allen, CEO and co-founder of Brightline

Early intervention and a measurement-based approach are crucial to effectively addressing the mental health challenges faced by children and families. In this episode, Naomi Allen, CEO and co-founder of Brightline, talks about how she founded the company to improve behavioral healthcare for children, teens, and families. Founded in 2019, Brightline offers a virtual platform with digital interventions, coaching, therapy, and psychiatry, addressing issues like autism spectrum signs, anxiety, ADHD, and depression. Naomi explains how their measurement-based approach ensures high-quality care by evaluating outcomes for both children and caregivers, with an emphasis on early intervention. Brightline has formed insurance partnerships, works with over 600 employers, and collaborates with public sector entities like California to expand access to care. Despite challenges in driving awareness, particularly among parents, Naomi emphasizes the importance of early intervention and encourages exploring Brightline's services to support children's mental health. Tune in to discover how Naomi Allen is revolutionizing children's behavioral healthcare through Brightline's innovative, measurement-based virtual platform! Resources: Connect with and follow Naomi Allen on LinkedIn. Follow Brightline on LinkedIn. Explore the Brightline Website.
October 15, 2024

Unlocking Charisma: The Secret to Better Leadership with Milam Miller, founder & CEO at Be Confident and Kind

Charisma is not just about capturing attention. In this episode, Milam Miller, former senior sports leader, now a corporate trainer and founder of Be Confident and Kind, discusses the importance of charisma and human connection in leadership. He explains how charisma is not just about charm but about creating deep, two-way connections, and he introduces simple frameworks to enhance these skills. Milam emphasizes the role of mindfulness and intentionality in leadership, highlighting how small nuances can significantly impact team dynamics and sales effectiveness. He also highlights that small details, like pronouncing names correctly, can make a big difference in building connections and fostering authentic partnerships in business. Tune in and learn how to harness charisma to connect better, lead effectively, and create a positive work environment! Resources:  Connect and follow Milam Miller on LinkedIn. Discover more about Be Confident and Kind on their LinkedIn and website.
October 14, 2024

Accelerating Maternal Mental Health with Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt.Health and Dr. Nancy Byatt, Executive Director of Lifeline for Family Center and Lifeline for Moms Program

Technology revolutionizes maternal mental health by streamlining workflows, analyzing data, and improving care delivery and outcomes. In this episode, Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt.Health and Dr. Nancy Byatt,  Executive Director of Lifeline for Family Center and Lifeline for Moms Program, share their groundbreaking work in maternal mental health, scaling systems-level approaches to improve access to care, and the crucial role of technology in supporting maternal mental health initiatives. They highlight the Perinatal Psychiatry Access Program developed by Dr. Byatt, which has become a model for programs across the nation and aims to increase access to mental health care for pregnant women and new mothers and has had significant success in Massachusetts. Throughout this interview, Malekeh and Nancy delve into the pivotal role of technology in supporting the work of maternal mental health, from streamlining workflows and data collection to providing valuable insights for program improvement and scalability. They also shed light on the progress at the state and federal level to support maternal mental health, including federal funding and policies specifically aimed at addressing maternal mental health and substance use disorders. Tune in and learn from their inspiring journey and urgent call to action for transforming mental healthcare for families. Resources: Connect with and follow Nancy Byatt on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Malekeh Amini on LinkedIn. Follow Trayt Health on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow UMass Chan Medical School on LinkedIn and visit their website.
October 11, 2024

Overcoming Physician Shortages: How Technology is Filling the Gap with Venkatgiri “Giri” Vandali, President of Healthcare and Life Sciences at Firstsource

The healthcare industry must embrace technology faster to keep up with the growing and aging population. In this episode, Venkatgiri “Giri” Vandali, President of Healthcare and Life Sciences at Firstsource, discusses the pivotal role of technology in transforming the healthcare industry. He shares his journey from major tech companies to leading healthcare initiatives at Firstsource, focusing on data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Giri highlights the importance of addressing late payment interest, which can erode trust and compromise patient care, and explores the rise of telehealth and remote monitoring, accelerated by COVID-19. He also emphasizes the need for innovation and urges healthcare professionals to quickly adopt technology to meet the growing demands of an aging population. Tune in and learn how technology is shaping the future of healthcare, the importance of addressing inefficiencies, and why adaptability is key in the evolving healthcare landscape! Resources:  Connect and follow Venkatgiri Vandali on LinkedIn. Discover more about Firstsource on their LinkedIn and website.
October 11, 2024

Re – Post: Connecting the Dots: Dentistry, Medicine, and Your Health with Hatice Hasturk

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! A new generation of healthcare professionals is reshaping the landscape by connecting the dots between dentistry and medicine. In this episode, Hatice Hasturk talks with hosts Jonathan and Mariya about the theories and pathways linking dentistry and medicine, emphasizing the promotion of overall health through improved oral health practices. She emphasizes the need to bridge divisions, prioritize prevention, explore the oral-systemic link, and promote overall well-being with education, innovation, and collaboration. Join us for an eye-opening dialogue on how your oral health can impact your entire body and why it's time to break down the walls between dentistry and medicine. Resources: Connect with and follow Hatice Hasturk on LinkedIn. Follow Forsyth on LinkedIn. Visit the Forsyth Website! Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.
October 10, 2024

Leadership and Mentorship Empowering Women at SOAR 2024 with Rebecca Woods and Christopher Kunney

Community and mentorship can empower women to soar to new heights in IT and healthcare. This episode from the S.O.A.R 2024 conference with two amazing guests: Rebecca Woods, Founder, and Fractional Chief Information Officer of Bluebird Tech Solutions and Bluebird Leaders, and Christopher Kunney, CTO at Ask Me Your MD and Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist for EOTECH Consulting. Rebecca shares her journey of becoming a young CIO and the inspiration to create Bluebird Leaders, a community to support women in these fields. Christopher emphasizes the impact of female mentors on his career and expresses his gratitude for being part of the event to give back and support others. Rebecca mentions upcoming opportunities with Bluebird Leaders, including a mentor program, various conferences, and a retreat in Aruba, aiming to foster connections within the community. They also discuss how the SOAR conference focused on personal growth, overcoming fear, and the importance of not being isolated at the top in leadership roles, with plans for future collaborations and connections. Tune in to be part of the SOAR 2024 conference underscoring women's empowerment in IT and healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Rebecca Woods on LinkedIn. Follow Bluebird Tech Solutions on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow Bluebird Leaders on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Christopher Kunney on LinkedIn. Follow Ask Me Your MD on LinkedIn and discover their website. Explore the IOTECH Consulting website. Listen to the Straight Out of Health IT podcast on Apple Music, Spotify, or Amazon Music.
October 10, 2024

From Dorm Room to Disrupting Healthcare: Luka Yancopoulos’ Journey

Amid the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, Luká Yancopoulos saw an opportunity to revolutionize healthcare procurement and ensure frontline workers had access to life-saving supplies. In this episode, Luká Yancopoulos shares how his startup is reshaping procurement, cutting costs, and empowering medical professionals to focus on patient care. He turned a college project during the COVID-19 pandemic into a $10 million venture, using data-driven solutions to revolutionize healthcare supply chains and make healthcare more affordable and accessible. Tune in as Luká Yancopoulos shares his inspiring journey of tackling global challenges and ensuring critical resources reach those in need!  Resources: Connect with and follow Luká Yancopoulos on LinkedIn. Follow Grapevine on LinkedIn and explore their website!
October 9, 2024

The Power of Integrating Technology and Behavioral Health with Shana Hoffman, president and CEO of Lucet

Integrating behavioral health into existing healthcare workflows can improve patient outcomes, especially for those managing chronic diseases. In this episode, Shana Hoffman, president and CEO of Lucet, explains how Lucet uniquely combines technology with behavioral health services, integrating them into existing healthcare workflows. She highlights Lucet's navigate-and-connect platform, which efficiently matches patients with clinicians and addresses chronic conditions through mental health screenings. Shana touches on leadership, emphasizing the importance of continuous growth, finding the right fit for roles, and having honest conversations about expectations. Shana also highlights her vision for making mental health screenings a standard part of chronic disease management and primary care visits. Tune in and learn how integrating technology with behavioral health can transform patient care and leadership in healthcare! Resources:  Connect and follow Shana Hoffman on LinkedIn. Discover more about Lucet on their LinkedIn and website.
October 8, 2024

Beyond Symptom Relief: Kristen Klein on the Power of Restorative Neurostimulation

Chronic low back pain is a complex condition often caused by multiple factors, making accurate diagnosis and treatment challenging. In this episode, Kristen Klein, a certified nurse practitioner at the New York Spine and Pain Specialists in Port Jefferson, New York, discusses innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating chronic low back pain, particularly focusing on multifidus dysfunction. She highlights the importance of understanding pain contributors, the value of MRIs for tracking muscle deterioration, and the benefits of restorative neurostimulation, a therapy that addresses the root cause of pain. Kristen explores the role of technology and education in improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs and stresses the significance of setting personal goals for patients, which enhances their motivation and measures the success of treatments. She also provides advice for healthcare providers on incorporating this therapy into their practices and underscores the importance of team involvement for seamless patient care. Tune in to learn about the latest advancements in chronic pain management, which could transform your practice and patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Kristen Klein on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Mainstay Medical on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to the other episodes of our Mainstay Medical series.
October 7, 2024

AI Is Not Replacing Jobs, But Enhancing Them with Rajeev Ronanki, CEO of Lyric AI

Simplifying healthcare processes through AI can revolutionize patient care and improve payment accuracy. In this episode, Rajeev Ronanki, CEO of Lyric AI, discusses the healthcare industry's digital transformation and the role of technology in improving patient care, emphasizing the importance of simplifying healthcare processes, utilizing AI, blockchain, and machine learning to streamline transactions and improve payment accuracy. He highlights the need for a platform-based approach in healthcare, where data-driven insights can predict and prevent diseases, ultimately leading to proactive and personalized healthcare. Rajeev stresses the ethical use of AI, advocating for transparency, data quality assessment, ongoing monitoring, and human oversight. He also discusses the future of payment innovation, emphasizing the importance of structure and reliability in transactions to enhance efficiency. Tune in and learn how AI and digital technologies can revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and reduce waste in the industry. Resources: Connect with and follow Rajeev on LinkedIn. Follow Lryic AI on LinkedIn and visit their website.
October 4, 2024

Why AI is the Future of Care Coordination with Mendel Erlenwein, CEO of CareCo and Previva Health Group

The future of healthcare lies in the seamless integration of AI with human compassion to improve care delivery. In this episode, Mendel Erlenwein, CEO of CareCo and Previva Health Group, shares his journey into entrepreneurship, emphasizing how it’s not just about making money but about transforming struggling companies and creating meaningful impact. He discusses the evolution of care coordination, particularly in preventive care, and how AI technology is enhancing care coordinators' roles, allowing them to focus on empathy and compassion while AI handles tedious tasks. Mendel touches on overcoming setbacks, the importance of setting clear expectations, and the value of building strong relationships in business. He also highlights the importance of aligning with one's talents and continuously learning from experiences. Tune in and learn how AI is reshaping healthcare, improving patient outcomes, and creating happier, more fulfilling careers for care coordinators! Resources:  Connect and follow Mendel Erlenwein on LinkedIn. Discover more about Previva Health Group on their LinkedIn and website. Learn more about CareCo on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to the Healthcare Trailblazers podcast here.
October 4, 2024

Re Post – Innovating Across Silos – Moving From Sick Care to Health Care with Daniel Kraft

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're rMariya Filipovaclassic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Connecting the dots across all healthcare silos is vital to achieving overall health integration. Oral, public, cardiovascular, brain, and overall health can be treated through whole-person care and it is becoming a reality in some parts of the world. In this episode of the Think Oral Health Podcast, Mariya Filipova and Jonathan Levine host Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health, a unique interdisciplinary community dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the arrival of a new, human-centric, technology-enabled health age. They discuss the development of scalable solutions in oral and overall health and how they can help get us from sick care to health care if worked in a more interdisciplinary way.  By reaching across the aisle, connecting dots, and thinking outside the silo, we’ll be able to achieve greater health outcomes, reduced costs, and greater life expectancy. During the podcast, we also cover the application of technologies like AR/VR, smartphone cameras, and other platforms that can elevate overall health if done so in an integrated way. Tune in to get inspiration and more ideas on how you can make healthcare more integrated. Resources: Connect with and follow Daniel Kraft on LinkedIn. Follow NextMed on LinkedIn. Visit the NextMed Website! Follow Digital.Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Digital.Health Website! Explore Daniel’s Website! Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.
October 3, 2024

Transforming Healthcare with AI: How Dandelion Health is Leading the Way with Elliott Green, co-founder and CEO of Dandelion Health

Unlocking healthcare's potential, Dandelion Health merges clinical AI with real-world data to revolutionize precision medicine. In this episode, Elliott Green, co-founder and CEO of Dandelion Health, explains how his company leverages real-world data and clinical AI to advance precision medicine. Dandelion partners with healthcare systems to extract, de-identify, and harmonize large-scale data like MRIs and lab tests, allowing AI developers and life sciences companies to generate actionable healthcare insights. Elliott explains how this data-centric approach enables faster, more comprehensive analyses, such as discovering the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1 beyond what traditional clinical trials have shown. He also discusses how Dandelion’s unique strategy emphasizes building strong data pipelines and involving health systems in the product development process to ensure accurate, real-world solutions. Join us as we dive into how Dandelion Health is transforming healthcare with cutting-edge AI and real-world data, driving innovation in precision medicine and patient care! Resources: Connect with and follow Elliott Green on LinkedIn. Follow Dandelion Health on LinkedIn. Check out the Dandelion Health website.
October 3, 2024

The Power Of AI In Clinical Documentation with Matt Ko, co-founder, President, and Chief Operating Officer at DeepScribe

AI platforms like DeepScribe can drastically reduce physician burnout by automating up to 80% of medical documentation. In this episode, Matt Ko, co-founder, President, and Chief Operating Officer at DeepScribe,  highlights how the platform eases physician burnout by capturing and organizing patient-physician conversations, allowing doctors to focus more on patient care. The platform also offers features like HCC assist, which helps identify chronic conditions, and customization options that make clinical adoption more seamless. Throughout this interview, Matt stresses the importance of leveraging unstructured data from EHRs to improve patient outcomes and explores the future of AI in healthcare. He also urges listeners to embrace new ideas and explore the innovative solutions provided by AI in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how AI is shaping the future of medical documentation! Resources:  Connect and follow Matt Ko on LinkedIn. Discover more about DeepScribe on their LinkedIn and website. Email Matt directly here.
October 1, 2024

The Crucial Role of Sleep in Preventing Chronic Diseases with Colin Lawlor, CEO of SleepScore Labs

Poor sleep is directly linked to chronic diseases like Alzheimer's, dementia, and diabetes, making sleep quality a critical health factor. In this episode, Colin Lawlor, CEO of SleepScore Labs, emphasizes the crucial role of sleep in overall health and how technology can enhance sleep quality. Drawing on his 30 years in the health tech industry, Colin highlights the connection between poor sleep and chronic diseases. He explains how SleepScore Labs uses innovative technology to collect sleep data, integrating it into health platforms to improve patient outcomes. Colin also discusses the shift towards data-driven solutions, leveraging AI and ML models for better health, and encourages businesses to prioritize sleep for customer well-being.  Tune in and learn how SleepScore Labs is transforming sleep science into a key driver of health outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Colin Lawlor on LinkedIn. Discover more about SleepScore Labs on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Colin’s previous interview on the podcast here.
September 30, 2024

The Power of AI: Driving Efficiency and Opportunity in Healthcare with Justin Dearborn, CEO of Praia Health

Healthcare's slow pace of change is often hindered by inertia and the reluctance to be the first to adopt new solutions. In this episode, Justin Dearborn, CEO of Praia Health,  discusses the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of overcoming inertia and capitalizing on advancements like AI. He explains how Praia Health aims to enhance patient engagement by offering a unified platform for digital interactions with healthcare providers and seeks to shift the focus from patient identity to customer identity, promoting holistic healthcare and preventive measures. Moreover, Justin addresses concerns about Praia Health's relationship with electronic medical records, highlighting their integration with systems like Epic's MyChart to enhance patient experiences. He also expresses optimism about the future of healthcare, driven by advancements in AI and digital solutions, while encouraging listeners to stay informed about the evolving landscape of healthcare technology.  Tune in and learn how Praia Health is revolutionizing patient engagement and promoting inclusive healthcare practices! Resources: Connect with and follow Justin on LinkedIn. Learn more about Praia Health on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Providence on their LinkedIn and website.
September 27, 2024

The Secrets Of Niche Marketing For Businesses with Marnina Diprose, a dermal clinician and tech founder of Digital Health Co and DermHealth.co

Passion for the industry can drive long-term success and satisfaction, even when challenges arise. In this episode, Marnina Diprose, a dermal clinician turned tech founder of Digital Health Co and DermHealth.co, shares how her entrepreneurial journey led her to create a niche marketing agency for skin and wellness businesses. She discusses the benefits of focusing on a specific industry, which allows her team to streamline operations and deliver tailored solutions. Marnina emphasizes the importance of making it easy for clients to book services online and that clear calls to action are crucial for converting website visitors into customers. She also reflects on the challenges of remote teamwork and the importance of weekly meetings to maintain alignment and culture.  Tune in and learn practical tips for creating an effective online presence in the healthcare industry! Resources:  Connect and follow Marnina Diprose on LinkedIn. Discover more about DermHealth.Co on their LinkedIn. Listen to the DermHealth.Co Podcast here, visit their website, and their Instagram. Learn more about Digital Health Co on their Instagram and website.
September 27, 2024

Re Post – The Journey Toward Comprehensive Dental and Medical Integration with Stephen Thorne

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Integrated health practices are key to facilitating a more holistic approach to patient well-being. In this episode, Stephen Thorne talks about the critical integration of dental and medical care and how maintaining oral health contributes to overall systemic well-being. He discusses implementing the integrated model in dental practices, highlighting the significance of advanced technology, the need for education, and the importance of restructuring reimbursement and coding systems for comprehensive care. Tune in to learn more about the potential positive impact of proactive dental care on overall healthcare costs! Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Thorne on LinkedIn. Follow Pacific Dental Services on LinkedIn. Visit the Pacific Dental Services Website! Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.
September 26, 2024

Bridging Medicine and Technology: A Conversation with Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan

The integration of data-driven innovation with human expertise is essential for advancing healthcare. In this episode, join Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan as he discusses the convergence of medicine, technology, and business. With a rich background in clinical practice and data analytics, Dr. Henderson-MacLennan provides unique insights into the evolving healthcare landscape. This episode covers innovative approaches and the impact of predictive modeling on medical advancements. Tune in and discover how cutting-edge data analytics and innovative technologies are reshaping healthcare and biotech! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan on LinkedIn. Visit the inThought Research website!
September 25, 2024

A New Path to Mental Wellness for Youth with Dr. Laura Tully, Vice President of Clinical Integrations & Partnerships at Kooth Digital Health

Digital platforms can provide crucial mental health support to young people, offering resources that are both easily accessible and scalable. In this episode, Dr. Laura Tully, Vice President of Clinical Integrations & Partnerships at Kooth Digital Health, explains how the company’s platform, Soluna, offers free, scalable mental health support to California youth through self-guided resources, peer community forums, and behavioral health coaching. They explore their passion for mental health, driven by personal experiences and a commitment to understanding the brain's role in mental health challenges while discussing their transition from academia to industry and the exciting work at Kooth. Dr. Tully emphasizes Soluna's youth-led design, quality control, and goal-based coaching model that supports young people in their mental health journey. They also underscore how behavioral health coaching on Soluna is goal-based, helping young people achieve progress in a single session, focusing on lived experience. Tune in and learn how innovative digital solutions are transforming mental health support for young people! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect and follow Dr. Laura Tully on LinkedIn. Learn more about Kooth on their LinkedIn and website.
September 24, 2024

Hyper-Personalized Care with AI Assistance with Dr. Ed Glynn, the Chief Clinical Officer at RhythmX AI

The success of AI in healthcare depends on active collaboration between clinicians and technology. In this episode, Dr. Ed Glynn, the Chief Clinical Officer at RhythmX AI, discusses the pressing issues facing primary care today, such as cognitive overload and access to care. He highlights how his company’s precision care platform is helping clinicians by providing hyper-personalized care through AI, offering real-time patient summaries and evidence-based recommendations. Dr. Glynn stresses the importance of collaboration between clinicians and AI to improve healthcare outcomes and pave the way for a future where technology enhances, rather than replaces, the human touch in medicine. He also shares his vision of a future where AI empowers clinicians to make better decisions, leading to improved patient outcomes. Tune in and learn how AI is transforming primary care, addressing critical healthcare challenges, and improving patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Ed Glynn on LinkedIn. Learn more about RhythmX AI on their LinkedIn and website.
September 23, 2024

How Robotics Are Changing Surgery with Ken Washington, the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Medtronic

Robots in healthcare are coming, and are designed as assistants, not replacements, to skilled clinicians. In this episode, Ken Washington, the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Medtronic, is interviewed by Saul Marquez during the ViVE conference in Los Angeles on the importance of robotics in surgery, emphasizing its potential to enhance precision, consistency, and ergonomics for surgeons while ultimately improving patient outcomes. He shares his career journey from working in robotics and underscores Medtronic's commitment to advancing healthcare through robotics and AI technologies, assisting skilled clinicians to provide better care and experiences for patients and providers alike. Ken explains how AI is revolutionizing surgery by providing personalized pre-procedure planning, guiding surgeons during operations, and facilitating post-procedure analysis for continuous improvement. Finally, he also encourages listeners to envision the future of healthcare and recognize the companies leading the way. Tune in and learn how robotics and AI are shaping the future of surgery and healthcare, and consider the possibilities for personalized care and better outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Ken on LinkedIn. Learn more about Medtronic on their LinkedIn and website.
September 20, 2024

The Future Of Mental Health: Telepsychiatry And Psychedelic Medicine with Dr. Sam Zand, founder of Anywhere Clinic, a holistic psychiatrist and professor of psychedelic medicine

Psychedelics offer a new frontier in psychiatry, providing profound shifts in perspective that can enhance therapeutic outcomes. In this episode, Dr. Sam Zand, founder of Anywhere Clinic, a holistic psychiatrist and professor of psychedelic medicine, shares insights into his immersive wellness retreat in Puerto Rico, where patients experience a combination of nature therapy, meditation, and ketamine therapy to reset their mental health. He also talks about his entrepreneurial journey, the growth of telepsychiatry, and the integration of new treatment modalities like ketamine in mental health care. Dr. Zand covers the challenges of scaling mental health services, addressing the cost barriers to treatments, and the role of psychedelics in transforming psychiatric care. He also emphasizes the importance of personal mental health in achieving success and unlocking one’s full potential. Tune in and learn how innovative approaches to mental health can enhance both personal well-being and professional effectiveness! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Sam Zand on LinkedIn. Learn more about Anywhere Clinic on their LinkedIn and website.
September 20, 2024

Re Post – Rocking Oral Health: A Rockstar’s Perspective on Health, Equity and Access, with Lenny Kravitz

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Think Oral Health Podcast! In the first Think Oral Health episode, Mariya Filipova and Jonathan Levine are joined by rock star Lenny Kravitz to discuss the connection between oral health and overall health. The conversation between Jonathan, Mariya, and Lenny centers around the topic of access and the work Lenny and Jonathan have done in the Bahamas to bring oral health care to the local communities of Eleuthera Island. It all started when Lenny Kravitz showed Jonathan how bad the situation was, which inspired them to bring a growing team of doctors and dentists to the island to bring back people’s health, self-esteem, and smiles.  Join the discussion to learn more about Lenny’s purpose and mission behind oral health access and how it intersects with Mariya and Joanathan’s similar mission. Resources: Connect with and follow Lenny Kravitz on Instagram and Twitter. Explore the GLO Good Foundation Website. Discover the Twice Website. Read Mariya’s article titled “Lessons From My Journey As An Activated Patient: Why We Need Oral Health Care Innovation” and published on Forbes!  Find more information about Let Love Rule here.  Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.
September 19, 2024

How Telemedicine is Transforming Healthcare Distribution with Peter Ax, CEO of UpScript Health

Telemedicine is addressing the shortage of physicians by providing an accessible and efficient channel for healthcare delivery. In this episode, Peter Ax, CEO of UpScript Health, explains how he’s played a key role in making healthcare more patient-centric by developing a platform that allows patients to receive prescriptions online and have medications delivered directly to their doorsteps. He discusses the challenges of navigating regulatory hurdles and how UpScript reinvented itself to offer direct-to-consumer platforms for pharmaceutical companies. Throughout this interview, Peter emphasizes the importance of patient safety and efficiency and the role of telemedicine in addressing the physician shortage. Focusing on doing the right thing and growing steadily without the pressure of institutional capital, his approach offers valuable insights into the future of healthcare distribution. Tune in and learn how innovation and a patient-first mindset are reshaping the healthcare industry! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Peter Ax on LinkedIn. Learn more about UpScript Health on their LinkedIn and website.
September 17, 2024

Personalized Medicine and Prevention Are Changing Healthcare with Abbas Zavar, a pioneering physician and digital health leader

Personalized medicine tailors healthcare interventions to individual needs, aiming to provide the right treatment at the right time. In this episode, Abbas Zavar, a pioneering physician and digital health leader with over two decades of experience in medicine and health information technology, talks about his commitment to the field, focusing on tailoring healthcare interventions to individual needs. He highlights the importance of prevention as he believes healthcare systems often lack the comprehensive data required for effective preventive care. Zavar is currently developing a Preventive Assessment Tool (PAT) designed to gather and integrate diverse health data, ranging from lifestyle and environmental factors to social determinants of health, into a comprehensive, personalized health profile. He also addresses the challenges of implementing innovative healthcare solutions, particularly around data integration and securing financial support, while stressing the essential role of augmented intelligence in managing vast amounts of health data and driving future healthcare innovations. Tune in and learn how personalized prevention could transform healthcare, bridging the gap between current practices and ideal patient-centered care! Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Abbas Zavar on LinkedIn. Learn more about OntarioMD on their LinkedIn and website. Email Abbas directly here.
September 16, 2024

How to Safeguard Your Healthcare Organization from Cyber Threats with Steve Cagle, CEO of Clearwater

Cyberattacks are not just about data; they can disrupt critical healthcare services. In this episode, Steve Cagle, CEO of Clearwater, delves into the transformative impact of digital technology on healthcare delivery and highlights how technology improves operational efficiency, patient experience, and access to care in remote locations. With these advancements come cybersecurity challenges, with an alarming rise in cyberattacks targeting sensitive patient data, which is why he stresses the critical importance of prioritizing data security and patient safety, emphasizing that cybersecurity is not only about protecting data but also safeguarding lives. Steve also discusses Clearwater's approach to assisting healthcare organizations, including risk analysis, establishing a cybersecurity culture, and implementing scalable security programs aligned with industry standards. Moreover, he touches on recent developments in healthcare cybersecurity, such as the Department of Health and Human Services' efforts to address cybersecurity concerns, and shares Clearwater's commitment to supporting smaller healthcare providers by offering comprehensive cybersecurity services through its Clear Advantage Program. Tune in and learn how to protect your organization and patients from cyber threats, while staying on top of your game! Resources: Connect with and follow Steve on LinkedIn. Learn more about Clearwater on their LinkedIn and website.
September 13, 2024

Streamlining Healthcare Events with All-in-One Solutions with Arielle Smith, Vice President of Growth at Event Cadence

Imagine a platform that effortlessly manages every aspect of your healthcare experience. In this episode, Arielle Smith, Vice President of Growth at Event Cadence, talks about how their versatile event management platform enhances the planning and management of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, particularly in the healthcare and pharma industries. She emphasizes Event Cadence's unique design, tailored specifically for the healthcare sector, which sets it apart from other event management solutions. Arielle highlights the importance of a cohesive organizational approach, the critical role of their Customer Success team in delivering personalized service, and how pivoting to virtual events during COVID-19 helped them stay afloat. Arielle also discusses the growing trend of cohesiveness in healthcare organizations and its significant impact on patient care.  Tune in and learn how Event Cadence is revolutionizing event management in the healthcare industry and driving better outcomes for businesses and patients alike! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Arielle Smith on LinkedIn. Learn more about Event Cadence on their LinkedIn and website.
September 13, 2024

The Importance Of Early Oral Health Habits For Children with Dr. Ashley Lerman, pediatric dentist and founder of Firstgrin

Early oral health practices are crucial for preventing dental issues in both baby and adult teeth. In this episode, Dr. Ashley Lerman highlights the importance of early oral health practices for children, beginning during pregnancy, and how her platform, the Oral Care Companion, makes maternal oral care engaging and accessible. She addresses the harmful myth that baby teeth don't matter, stressing that poor oral health in baby teeth can impact adult teeth, and emphasizes the need for early intervention and accessible preventive care, particularly for parents on Medicaid. Tune in and learn how early oral health habits can lead to a healthier future for your child! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Ashley Lerman on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow Firstgrin on LinkedIn and Instagram and explore their website! Check out Time’s article, The Rise of a New Kind of Parenting Guru Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
September 12, 2024

Transforming Cardiology Through Digital Innovation with Dr. Jeffrey Wessler, a cardiologist, founder, and CEO of Heartbeat Health

Nearly 50% of US counties lack access to a cardiologist. In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Wessler, a cardiologist, founder, and CEO of Heartbeat Health, discusses how he is transforming the field of cardiology through a digital, nationwide approach. The company focuses on a decentralized model, offering remote cardiac diagnostics, televisits, and ongoing care, particularly in underserved areas where access to cardiologists is limited. Dr. Wessler stresses the importance of collaborating with payer organizations to reach the patients who need care the most. He highlights the potential of home-based diagnostics and emphasizes the need to study clinical outcomes carefully to ensure the effectiveness of remote care. Dr. Wessler also highlights the significance of staying focused, making strategic pivots, and building a clear vision for the future. Tune in and learn how digital innovation is reshaping cardiology and improving patient outcomes across the nation! Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Jeffrey Wessler on LinkedIn. Discover more about Heartbeat Health on their LinkedIn and website. Email Jeff directly here.
September 12, 2024

Hope in the Face of Cancer: Dr. Chris Apfel’s Mission

Precision medicine can double the chances of a positive tumor response by ensuring the right chemotherapy is matched to the right cancer. In this episode, Dr. Chris Apfel discusses his journey from personal loss to pioneering advancements in precision oncology that revolutionize cancer treatment.  Join us and learn about the promising future of personalized cancer therapies and the potential of Dr. Apfel’s microtumor model to offer personalized, effective treatments! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Chris Apfel on LinkedIn. Learn more about SageMedic Corp. on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Dr. Apfel’s interview on the Target Cancer podcast here and watch it here.
September 11, 2024

Strategic Supply Chain for Better Patient Outcomes with Dr. Jimmy Chung, the Chief Medical Officer at Advantus Health Partners

Strategic supply chain management involves sourcing, distribution, logistics, and clinical integration to reduce waste and unnecessary variation. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Chung, the Chief Medical Officer at Advantus Health Partners, discusses the significant waste he observed in operating rooms and how it motivated him to focus on optimizing resource utilization. He explains the critical role of the supply chain in reducing costs and improving patient outcomes, emphasizing its strategic importance in the financial health of hospitals. Throughout this interview, Dr. Chung highlights the innovative approach of his company, which partners with select industry giants to streamline supply chain processes and maximize value. He uses Costco's analogy to illustrate how limiting choices can lead to greater efficiency and cost savings and challenges leaders to engage in clinical discussions to enhance healthcare value.  Tune in and learn how innovative supply chain strategies can transform healthcare delivery and financial sustainability! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Jimmy Chung on LinkedIn. Learn more about Advantus Healthcare Partners on their LinkedIn and website.
September 10, 2024

Transforming Caregiving with Innovative Solutions with Jay Drayer, Founder and CEO at CareFlash

Not communicating the value of your business effectively is costing you sales and growth. In this episode, Jay Drayer, founder of CareFlash, discusses his journey from corporate finance to creating innovative caregiving solutions like Careopolis and Kiddopolis. Inspired by his own experiences as a caregiver, he shares how he saw the need for tools that go beyond sympathy and provide meaningful support for those dealing with serious illnesses. Jay talks about the importance of listening to users and adapting the platform based on their feedback, leading to the development of a robust and supportive network for caregivers. He also highlights the evolution of his business model, overcoming setbacks, and the significant impact of providing employee benefits that support caregiving.  Tune in and learn how empathy, innovation, and perseverance can transform caregiving and workplace support! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Jay Drayer on LinkedIn. Learn more about CareFlash on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Jay’s previous interview on the podcast here. Email Jay directly here.
September 9, 2024

Advocating for Equitable Healthcare with Syam Adusumilli, Chief Strategy Officer at GroundGame Health

Investing in health and social worker capacity is essential for addressing healthcare disparities and supporting vulnerable communities. In this episode, Syam Adusumilli, Chief Strategy Officer at GroundGame Health, dives into the transformative impact of digital technology in healthcare, particularly for underserved communities. He highlights the importance of addressing unmet needs and leveraging technology to bridge gaps in social determinants of health,  emphasizing the significance of human-centric approaches and advocating for AI and interoperability to improve patient care and outcomes. Syam discusses GroundGame's roots in aiding vulnerable populations, focusing on empowering community-based organizations and deepening understanding of diverse communities. He also underscores the need for technological innovations like AI to address the structural issues behind healthcare disparities, urging listeners to support and build up health and social worker capacity. Tune in and learn how embracing technology and fostering empathy can drive meaningful change in healthcare delivery, ensuring equitable access to care for all! Resources: Connect with and follow Syam on LinkedIn. Learn more about GroundGame Health on their LinkedIn and website.
September 6, 2024

Elevating Patient Experience Through Smart Room Technology with Meghan Seus, Senior Vice President of Product for SONIFI Health

SONIFI Health distinguishes itself by focusing on innovation through compassion and aiming to support patients and care teams with empathetic technology solutions. In this episode, Meghan Seus, Senior Vice President of Product for SONIFI Health, discusses how her company enhances patient and provider experiences by developing smart room technology solutions that include interactive TVs, digital whiteboards, and entry signage, all integrated with electronic health records. She explains how SONIFI Health seeks to create a best-in-class environment by anticipating patient needs and supporting care team members, emphasizing their hospitality mindset, data usage, and system integration expertise. Virtual care solutions and voice assistant integrations are examples of SONIFI’s innovations, demonstrating how they use technology to improve healthcare delivery. Megahn also stresses the need for leaders to embrace innovation through compassion in healthcare technology. Tune in and learn how healthcare technology can create better experiences for patients and providers alike! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Meghan Seus on LinkedIn. Learn more about SONIFI Health on their LinkedIn and website.
September 6, 2024

Cultural Awareness and Technology: The Core of Dental Care Transformation with Dr. Scott Howell, Director of Public Health Dentistry and Teledentistry for Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health

The shift from a predominantly male to a predominantly female dental workforce is bringing more empathy and better patient care into the profession. In this episode, Scott Howell discusses his pioneering work in improving dental care for marginalized populations. He addresses topics like the shift towards a predominantly female dental workforce, the importance of cultural understanding in modern dentistry, and the use of technology, collaboration, and holistic care to overcome challenges in serving underserved communities. Tune in and learn how innovation and empathy are shaping the future of dental care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Scott Howell on LinkedIn. Follow Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health on LinkedIn and explore their website! Learn more about MouthWatch on their LinkedIn and website! Reach out to Dr. Scott Howell at scotthowelldmd@gmail.com Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
September 5, 2024

Streamlining Pre-Approvals in Telehealth with Mel van Londen, founder and CEO of Develop Health

The healthcare market offers numerous solutions, making it crucial for vendors to simplify adoption processes. In this episode, Mel van Londen, founder and CEO of Develop Health, shares his journey from pre-med to fintech, then to health tech, eventually co-founding Develop Health. He also discusses the company's focus on streamlining pre-approvals and prior authorizations, particularly in the telehealth sector for metabolic health. Develop Health offers benefit verification and prior authorization products that are easily implemented, which use AI to verify drug coverage and automate the prior authorization process, easing the burden on providers and patients. Throughout this interview, Mel highlights the importance of seamless implementation for health systems to realize a strong ROI and the need for vendors to simplify the adoption process for CFOs amidst a crowded market. Tune in and learn how Develop Health is revolutionizing pre-approvals and prior authorizations in healthcare, making processes smoother for both providers and patients! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Mel van Londen on LinkedIn. Learn more about Develop Health on their LinkedIn and website. Reach out to Mel at Mel@DevelopHealth.io
September 4, 2024

Reducing Unnecessary Spending in Healthcare with Andrew DeLeeuw, President and CEO of DOCSI

DOCSI aims to address the $900 billion annual waste in healthcare by focusing on supply use, optimization, data visualization, and transparency. In this episode, Andrew DeLeeuw, President and CEO of DOCSI, discusses how his team engages multiple stakeholders in healthcare to identify opportunities for waste reduction and improved spending. The goal is to eliminate $5 billion in unnecessary spending within the next few years. Andrew explains DOCSI's innovative approach to supply optimization, data visualization, and contract compliance. He emphasizes the importance of making data actionable for decision-makers and highlights the personalized dashboards that help physicians manage in and out-of-contract spending. Andrew also touches on the excitement around AI in healthcare and its potential to create operational efficiencies. Tune in and learn how DOCSI is driving efficiency and cost savings in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Andrew DeLeeuw on LinkedIn. Learn more about DOCSI on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Dr. McCarty’s, DOCSI’s CMO, previous episode on our podcast here.
September 3, 2024

Empowering Nurses Through AI Innovations with Mary Varghese Presti, SVP & GM at Dragon Medical

Discover how AI is revolutionizing the nursing industry to address workforce shortages and burnout. In this episode, Mary Varghese Presti, SVP & GM at Dragon Medical, discusses the challenges facing the nursing industry and how artificial intelligence can be used to address these challenges. Throughout this interview, she shares her insights into the workforce shortage, burnout, and the importance of developing solutions tailored to nurses' specific needs. Mary also discusses the role of AI in improving patient care, the responsible implementation of nursing technology, and the exciting technological innovations that can change the healthcare landscape.  Learn how AI is tackling nursing challenges and shaping the future of patient care. Don't miss out! Resources: Connect with and follow Mary on LinkedIn. Follow Nuance Communications on LinkedIn and visit their website.
August 30, 2024

Janus – AI in the Revenue Cycle with Tammie Jackson, Chief Revenue Officer at Janus Health

Janus stands out with its operational intelligence tools, providing insights into workforce efficiency, training needs, and process improvements. In this episode, Tammie Jackson, Chief Revenue Officer at Janus Health, talks about her company’s mission and how innovative solutions are paving the way for more sustainable and efficient healthcare systems. With over 20 years of expertise, Tammie is pivotal in leveraging AI and automation to transform nationwide revenue cycle management processes for hospitals. Throughout this conversation, she discusses how Janus Health is addressing critical challenges like prior authorizations and claim status and providing operational intelligence to optimize hospital resources.  Tune in as we explore the promising yet challenging landscape of AI in healthcare with Tammie Jackson. Resources:  Connect and follow Tammie Jackson on LinkedIn. Learn more about Janus Health on their LinkedIn and website.
August 30, 2024

Training Future Healthcare Professionals with Geoffrey Roche, Director of Workforce Development in North America at Siemens Healthineers

A shift from a sickness model to a wellness model within healthcare would improve patient outcomes. In this episode, Geoffrey Roche, Director of Workforce Development in North America at Siemens Healthineers, shares his insights on creating a sustainable and equitable healthcare workforce. Geoffrey discusses the importance of interdisciplinary approaches, collaboration between medical and dental fields, innovative partnerships, integrated education, improved patient access, and a shift from sickness to wellness models while also addressing financial and governance issues and the need for systemic changes to improve patient outcomes and health equity. Tune in and learn how these insights can help shape a more collaborative and effective healthcare system! Resources: Connect with and follow Geoffrey Roche on LinkedIn. Follow Siemens Healthineers on LinkedIn and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
August 29, 2024

HIPAA Compliance and Digital Innovation: Insights from Aaron Burnett

Healthcare marketers need to rethink their data strategies, focusing on first-party data. Explore the complexities of healthcare digital marketing with Aaron Burnett, CEO of Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group. In this episode, Aaron discusses the challenges and opportunities in healthcare marketing under new HIPAA guidelines. Learn about the impact of recent HIPAA changes, the importance of first-party data, and strategies for compliance and success in a regulated environment. Discover how first-party data is key to overcoming regulatory hurdles and achieving marketing success. Get ready for a deep dive into the future of digital advertising in healthcare. This episode is a must-listen for healthcare marketers, compliance officers, and anyone involved in digital advertising within the healthcare sector! Resources: Connect with and follow Aaron Burnett on LinkedIn. Learn more about Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group on their LinkedIn and website. Browse Wheelhouse’s blog articles here! Email Aaron directly here.
August 28, 2024

Early Detection, Big Impact: Revolutionizing Healthcare Through Oral Health Innovation with Dr. Tina Saw, CEO of Oral Genome, and Brian Jones, the Chief Growth Officer of Avēsis

Early intervention in oral health can lead to significant cost savings, particularly in managing chronic conditions like diabetes. In this episode, two innovative leaders revolutionizing the oral healthcare industry, Dr. Tina Saw, CEO of Oral Genome, and Brian Jones, the Chief Growth Officer of Avēsis, highlight their partnership, which aims to deliver better healthcare outcomes for vulnerable populations, including Medicaid recipients. Together, they are transforming oral health by identifying early signs of serious health issues like diabetes through innovative, accessible technology. Their collaboration focuses on scaling these solutions within the existing healthcare structures, ensuring early intervention and cost-effective care. Dr. Saw and Brian also touch on the hurdles they faced, the integration of new technology, and their commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how bold thinking and strategic partnerships are making a real difference in oral and overall health! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here: Connect and follow Dr. Tina Saw on LinkedIn. Learn more about Oral Genome on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Harmony Health on their LinkedIn and website. Connect and follow Brian Jones on LinkedIn. Visit the Avēsis LinkedIn and explore their website.
August 27, 2024

Patient-Centered Care: The Key to Healthcare Transformation with Melissa Conboy, Marketing Director at Ilumed

The Ilumed team is noted for their expertise in risk management and a deep commitment to putting patients first, which is evident throughout the company. In this episode, Melissa Conboy, Marketing Director at Ilumed, discusses how the company partners with physicians and health systems to transition patients to value-based care. She highlights CMMI's temporary but promising program, which aims to improve patient health outcomes and reduce Medicare spending. Mel shares a recent case study from a rural health clinic in West Virginia that saw increased annual wellness visits and better patient outcomes. She also explains why the illumed team is praised for their expertise in risk management and their deep commitment to patient care.  Join us and discover the growing importance of value-based care in healthcare's future! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Melissa Conboy on LinkedIn. Learn more about Ilumed on their LinkedIn and website.
August 26, 2024

Navigating Value-Based Care and Health Tech Innovations with Zane Burke, Chief Executive Officer of Quantum Health

How does Quantum Health link digital and physical healthcare, and how does this help self-insured employers and their members? In this episode, Zane Burke, Chief Executive Officer of Quantum Health, discusses the latest healthcare navigation advancements and the impact of digital transformation on healthcare delivery in 2024. He shares the significant news about Quantum Health's partnership with Vanderbilt and the affiliated network, shedding light on its mission to provide a high-quality network and navigation solution for self-insured employers. Zane provides insights into the challenges facing employers and health plans, with a focus on driving better experiences for members and controlling rising healthcare costs. He also discusses the role of AI and machine learning in creating better experiential elements for members and providers, focusing on improving the overall healthcare journey. If you're curious about the future of healthcare technology and its potential to revolutionize the industry, then this episode is a must-listen! Resources: Connect with and follow Zane on LinkedIn. Learn more about Quantum Health on their LinkedIn and website.
August 23, 2024

Revolutionizing Healthcare Payments with Innovative Financing with Chris Cox, Chief Strategy Officer at iVitaFi

High deductible health plans have shifted a significant financial burden to patients, requiring new strategies for healthcare providers to collect payments. In this episode, Chris Cox, Chief Strategy Officer at iVitaFi, talks about his experiences with debt management and the challenges faced by hospitals in collecting payments. He explains how iVitaFi helps healthcare providers by offering non-recourse financing options that improve patient accessibility and reduce financial burdens for hospitals. Chris discusses the impact of high deductible health plans and the importance of digital transformation in healthcare, emphasizing the need for a patient-first approach and the potential role of AI once foundational digital systems are in place. He also shares insights on overcoming challenges like launching during the COVID-19 pandemic and highlights iVitaFi's commitment to providing 0% interest loans to patients. Tune in and learn how innovative financing solutions can enhance healthcare accessibility and streamline revenue cycles! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Chris Cox on LinkedIn. Learn more about iVitaFi on LinkedIn and their website.
August 23, 2024

AI in Dentistry: Achieving Human-Level Accuracy and Enhancing Patient Care with Wardah Inam, Co-Founder and CEO of Overjet

AI technology in dentistry can achieve human-level accuracy and improve patient care by providing more precise diagnoses. In this episode, Wardah Inam, co-founder and CEO of Overjet, discusses how her company is pioneering AI technology in the dental industry to improve patient care. She highlights the challenges and advancements in AI technology, the importance of measuring care quality, and the need for proper training and adoption in dental practices. Wardah also addresses the evolving role of AI in dentistry, the future of treatment planning, and the impact of technological progress on dental education.  Tune in and learn how AI is revolutionizing dental care and what the future holds for this innovative technology! Resources: Connect with and follow Wardah Inam on LinkedIn. Follow Overjet on LinkedIn and explore their website! Read the “Attention is All You Need” paper here. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
August 22, 2024

Approaching Technology Solutions as a Hospitalist with Dr. Arun Mathews, Chief Medical Officer for MultiCare Health System

Prioritizing people and processes over technology is essential for successful healthcare innovations. In this episode, Dr. Arun Mathews discusses strategies for improving healthcare delivery in rural areas and managing hospital capacity post-pandemic. He highlights the importance of focusing on people and processes before implementing technology, sharing a successful example of how clinician engagement led to better patient care and cost reduction. Tune in to learn how technology-driven solutions are transforming patient care in underserved areas! Resources: Connect and follow Dr. Arun Mathews on LinkedIn. Follow MultiCare Health System on LinkedIn. Discover MultiCare Health System’s Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
August 22, 2024

Transforming Digestive Health Through Technology with Bill Snyder, CEO of Cylinder

Understanding the healthcare ecosystem is crucial for developing successful digital health solutions. In this episode, Bill Snyder, CEO of Cylinder, discusses his journey and mission to revolutionize gastrointestinal care through his company, which provides a scalable digital platform for individuals suffering from chronic GI conditions like ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and IBS. The platform personalizes care with a coordinated team, including health coaches and dietitians, and integrates with the existing healthcare ecosystem to ensure seamless care, with 92% of users reporting reduced digestive symptoms and 88% identifying trigger foods. Throughout this interview, Bill stresses how his success with Cylinder greatly comes from his ten years at Humana, which provided valuable insights into healthcare systems. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding the healthcare ecosystem, building strong relationships, and having a passionate team.  Tune in and learn how digital health innovations are transforming gastrointestinal care and improving patients' lives! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Bill Snyder on LinkedIn. Learn more about Cylinder on their LinkedIn and website.
August 21, 2024

Overcoming Challenges In Digital Transformation with Howard Rosen, CEO of Nova Insights

Digital transformation in health care often fails due to a lack of stakeholder involvement, with a success rate of only 11%. In this episode, Howard Rosen, CEO of Nova Insights, discusses how he and his team are contributing to humanizing healthcare technology. He emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurs having passionate ideas, addressing their constituency, and identifying root problems over buzzwords. Howard underlines the need to focus on core issues rather than AI hype and explains that implementing AI solutions in health care requires significant effort and stakeholder involvement to be effective. He stresses how digital transformation in healthcare often fails due to a lack of stakeholder engagement and explores how virtual healthcare is for disadvantaged and rural populations, bypassing legacy systems, and advocates for balancing passion with practical client needs. Tune in and learn how to make technology work for healthcare transformation! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Howard Rosen on LinkedIn. Learn more about NOVA Insights on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Howard’s previous interview on our podcast here. Email Howard directly here.
August 20, 2024

High-Quality Orthodontics at a Lower Price with Kevin Dillard, co-founder and CEO of Clear Blue Smiles

Clear Blue Smiles offers high-quality orthodontic care for under $5,000, less than traditional treatments. In this episode, Kevin Dillard, co-founder and CEO of Clear Blue Smiles, shares his journey into the healthcare industry and how he and his team are revolutionizing orthodontic care. Throughout his career, Kevin witnessed the struggle between low-cost orthodontics and the need for proper diagnostics, prompting him to collaborate on a hybrid treatment model that combines technology and traditional orthodontics and offers lower prices while maintaining professional integrity and ensuring thorough patient diagnostics. He also explains how Clear Blue Smiles requires comprehensive checks, including X-rays and 3D scans, to prevent damage and ensure proper treatment. Positioned in the middle of the market, Kevin underscores that the company offers high-quality care for under $5,000 and maintains doctor-patient relationships.  Despite initial misunderstandings, the company now provides a platform for patients and doctors to connect easily. Tune in and learn how innovation is transforming orthodontic care! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Kevin Dillard on LinkedIn. Learn more about Clear Blue Smiles on their LinkedIn and website.
August 19, 2024

Unveiling the Future of Healthcare Delivery with Dr. Scott Schell, Chief Medical Officer at Cognizant

Digital transformation in healthcare enhances patient experience and optimizes call center operations, patient financial services, and overall access to healthcare. In this episode, Dr. Scott Schell, Chief Medical Officer at Cognizant, shares insights into how digital transformation is shaping healthcare delivery in 2024, highlighting the challenges and opportunities it presents. He delves into specific complaints and struggles related to patient experience projects and the tangible effects of AI and machine learning on providers and patients. Dr. Scott also discusses potential pitfalls in Gen AI and tips for healthcare organizations embarking on their digital transformation journey. Throughout this interview, he reflects on the importance of automation tools in alleviating staff burnout.  Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical advice from Dr. Schell's expertise at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and patient experience. Resources: Connect with and follow Scott Schell on LinkedIn. Follow Cognizant on LinkedIn and visit their website.
August 16, 2024

Revolutionizing Healthcare Data Management with Kevin Agatstein, CEO of KAID Health

The healthcare industry's shift towards digitization and interoperability has increased data overload that can be addressed with advanced AI solutions. In this episode, Kevin Agatstein, CEO of KAID Health, discusses his early interest in the complexity of healthcare and the inspiration behind founding KAID Health. He recounts personal stories, including his wife's struggle with EMR review, which led him to leverage AI technology to simplify healthcare data management. Kevin elaborates on the challenges and opportunities posed by payment reforms and the crucial role of technology, particularly generative AI, in improving healthcare efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of understanding regulations and the need for clinical expertise in healthcare IT and highlights how KAID Health's solutions reduce chart review time significantly, enabling healthcare providers to focus more on patient care. Kevin also underscores that success in healthcare IT requires balancing technological innovation with practical knowledge of the healthcare environment. Tune in and learn about the innovative approaches transforming healthcare data management and the essential elements driving success in this field! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect and follow Kevin Agatstein on LinkedIn. Learn more about KAID Health on their LinkedIn and website.
August 16, 2024

Leadership, Technology, and Industry Disruption with Stephenie Goddard, CEO of Glidewell

Technology is reshaping the dental industry, from AI models to data analytics, creating new opportunities for skill development.  In this episode, Stephenie Goddard shares exciting developments, including Glidewell's newest acquisition of a UK tech company set to revolutionize sports technology with a smart appliance designed for athletes. She also discusses Glidewell's impactful employee leadership programs and investment in training, which foster impressive career growth within the organization.  Join us as we uncover Glidewell Dental's journey and discover how innovation, culture, and strategic vision are shaping the future of the dental industry.  Resources: Connect with and follow Stephenie Goddard on LinkedIn. Follow Glidewell Dental on LinkedIn and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
August 15, 2024

Safeguarding Health: AI’s Role in Third-Party Risk Management with Ed Gaudet, CEO and founder of Censinet

Cyber attackers are becoming smarter and more organized, making it crucial for healthcare systems to stay ahead with robust cybersecurity measures. In this episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, co-hosts Dr. Jenny Yu and Saul Marquez interview Ed Gaudet, CEO and founder of Censinet, on how AI revolutionizes healthcare, particularly in third-party risk and enterprise risk management. Ed shares how his company is revolutionizing the way hospitals assess the cybersecurity readiness of third-party vendors through automation and a multi-sided network, drastically reducing the time required for cybersecurity risk assessments in healthcare. Addressing the complexities of AI in healthcare, he emphasizes the importance of robust governance. He also explains why organizations need to establish clear policies for AI use, considering the unique risks associated with AI, which extend beyond traditional cybersecurity threats. Join us as we explore the future of AI in healthcare and the critical role it plays in ensuring patient safety and improved care. Stay tuned! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Connect with and follow Ed Gaudet on LinkedIn and email him here. Follow Censinet on LinkedIn and the website. Check out the Risk Never Sleeps podcast. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
August 15, 2024

From Audiology to AI: Sandie Dela Cruz on Healthcare’s Digital Transformation

Discover the evolving healthcare landscape as Sandie Dela Cruz shares her journey from audiology to spearheading digital solutions in the medical device industry.  In this episode, Sandie discusses how her early experiences in audiology and operational excellence laid the groundwork for her medical device industry role. She delves into the transformative potential of AI in medicine, from virtual reality simulations for physician training to advanced diagnostic tools. Sandie also explores the challenges and opportunities in integrating AI into healthcare, highlighting its impact on efficiency, patient care, and regulatory hurdles. Whether you're a healthcare professional, tech enthusiast, or curious about the future of medicine, this conversation offers valuable insights into the innovations shaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Sandie Dela Cruz on LinkedIn. Learn more about Edwards Lifesciences on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Siemens Healthineers’ podcast, Healthcare Perspectives, here.
August 14, 2024

Tackling Nurse Burnout with AI Solutions with Tim Darling, co-founder and president of Laudio Insights

Frontline managers, who often oversee large teams, can significantly benefit from technology that optimizes their daily efforts. In this episode, Tim Darling, co-founder of Laudio and president of Laudio Insights, dives into the world of healthcare data and analytics, explaining how technology can address challenges like nurse burnout and employee shortages in healthcare. His company offers an AI-based platform designed to help nurse leaders manage their workflows and improve outcomes. Tim highlights that Laudio’s platform prioritizes tasks, enhances engagement, and even drafts annual reviews, saving time and improving quality. He also emphasizes the critical role of technology in managing healthcare teams, especially in the post-pandemic era where system-based solutions are in high demand.  Tune in and learn how technology is revolutionizing frontline healthcare management, empowering leaders, and improving team productivity and well-being. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Tim Darling on LinkedIn. Learn more about Laudio on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Jocko Willink’s Extreme Ownership here.
August 13, 2024

Creating Value: The Secret to Entrepreneurial Success with John Lee Dumas, the creator of the successful podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire

The key to business growth is not just consistency but also providing free and valuable content. In this episode, John Lee Dumas, the creator of the successful podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire, explains how he turned his show into a media empire, garnering over 175 million listens across more than 4000 episodes. He talks about his inspiration for creating a daily podcast, emphasizing the importance of becoming the number one solution to a real problem, and discusses his approach to identifying audience needs and developing products and services to meet those needs. John emphasizes the value of delivering consistent and valuable content and provides insights from his book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success. He also encourages listeners to focus on adding value to others' lives, crediting his success to emulating the achievements and avoiding the mistakes of the entrepreneurs he interviews. Tune in and learn from John's experiences, the strategies he used to achieve success, and how you can apply these lessons to your entrepreneurial journey! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow John Lee Dumas on LinkedIn. Learn more about Entrepreneurs On Fire on LinkedIn and their website. Buy John’s book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success, here. Listen to Saul’s episode on the Entrepreneurs On Fire podcast here.
August 12, 2024

The Future of Healthcare Staffing with Ann Louise Puopolo, Chair of the Customer Advisory Board at RLDatix

Recognizing the front-line healthcare professionals’ contributions fosters a culture of innovation and problem-solving within healthcare organizations. In this episode, Ann Louise Puopolo, Chair of the Customer Advisory Board at RLDatix, shares insightful thoughts on the challenges facing healthcare staffing and how technology can revolutionize patient care.  She highlights the pivotal role of nurses and the need to optimize their usage to ensure better outcomes for both patients and healthcare providers. Throughout this interview, Ann Louise delves into the significance of leveraging data and analytics to optimize workforce utilization. She also discusses the potential impact of digital transformation on healthcare delivery.  Don't miss this episode, as Ann Louise offers valuable insights to shape the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Ann Louise on LinkedIn. Follow RLDatix on LinkedIn and visit their website. Reach out to Ann at Ann.Puopolo@RLDatix.com
August 9, 2024

How to Actually Achieve Success With The Help of A Mentor with Dr. Mike Horne, a seasoned HR and organizational development leader

Coaching can be highly beneficial for leaders in transition, helping them navigate new roles and challenges with a clear goal in mind. In this episode, Saul Marquez interviews Dr. Mike Horne, a seasoned HR and organizational development leader, who discusses his approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of understanding oneself, trusting others, and having clear goals. He recounts his experiences with leaders and organizations, highlighting the value of listening, respect, and continuous development. Dr. Horne emphasizes the importance of knowing yourself, including your biases and values, to become an effective leader. He also explains why successful people often seek continuous improvement and benefit from having someone to challenge their assumptions. Tune in and learn how to elevate your leadership skills and organizational effectiveness with practical tips and expert advice from Dr. Mike Horne! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Mike Horne on LinkedIn. Learn more about Mike and his services on his website. Buy Mike Horne’s book, Integrity by Design, here. Listen to Mike’s podcast, The People Dividend Podcast, here.
August 9, 2024

Integrating Dental Care and Sleep Medicine for Better Health Outcomes with Alice Limkakeng, CEO of SleepArchitects

Discover the importance of an end-to-end platform that simplifies the pre-treatment workflow and ensures collaborative care between dental and medical experts. In this episode, Alice Limkakeng shares her insights on transitioning to digital workflows, streamlining patient experiences, and the pivotal role of technology in bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry. She also discusses the challenges and opportunities for dental professionals entering this field and how her platform is designed to simplify and optimize care from end-to-end. Sit back and join us for a compelling conversation with Alice Limkakeng. Resources: Connect with and follow Alice Limkakeng on LinkedIn. Follow SleepArchitects on LinkedIn and explore their website! Email Alice here and call her at (914) 341-2468 or their team’s number: (888) 777-3198 Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
August 8, 2024

AI Has Been Around For A Long Time…It’s Time To Apply It In Action with Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO and co-founder of AKASA

The recent HFMA conference revealed growing confidence in AI's capabilities among healthcare professionals. In this episode, Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO and co-founder of AKASA, discusses the innovative work of his firm, a technology company leveraging generative AI to enhance healthcare revenue cycles. He explains how their AI tools streamline complex tasks like medical coding and prior authorization, making them more efficient and reliable. Malinka emphasizes the importance of building trust in AI by allowing staff to understand and verify the AI's recommendations, touching on the increasing acceptance of AI in healthcare and the need for real-world examples to demonstrate its effectiveness. He also shares his insights from the recent HFMA conference, noting a shift towards greater confidence in AI's potential and encouraging listeners to explore AKASA’s educational content and reach out for tailored solutions.  Tune in and learn how AI tools like AKASA can address labor challenges in medical coding by making skilled workers more efficient. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Malinka Walaliyadde on LinkedIn. Learn more about AKASA on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Malinka’s previous episode on our podcast here. Email Malinka directly here.
August 7, 2024

How AI Is Changing Sleep Health with Raj Mills, the Chief Technology Officer at Sleep Number

AI plays a crucial role in creating personalized sleep medicine based on collected sleep data. In this episode, Raj Mills, the Chief Technology Officer at Sleep Number, shares insights into the company's innovative sleep solutions, such as smart bed technology that tracks and personalizes sleep metrics. She explains how Sleep Number sets itself apart from competitors through its dedication to science and data, analyzing over 22 billion hours of sleep data and offering downloadable sleep reports for physicians. Raj stresses the impact of sleep on cardiovascular, cognitive, and metabolic health, emphasizing the importance of collaborations with health systems and leveraging AI for personalized sleep medicine. She also explores the shift towards consumer-driven healthcare, sleep apnea, fall prevention, and comfortable end-of-life options.  Tune in and learn how better sleep can enhance your health and well-being! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Raj Mills on LinkedIn. Learn more about Sleep Number on their LinkedIn and website.
August 6, 2024

Clear Strategies Are Key to Startup Success in Healthcare with Jordan Harmon, former Vice President, Chief Innovation Officer, and Commercialization Officer at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York

Many founders transition from other industries, seeking to improve healthcare, but often underestimate its complexities. In this episode, Jordan Harmon, former Vice President, Chief Innovation Officer, and Commercialization Officer at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and his passion for advancing the healthcare industry, highlighting the high failure rates of startups, emphasizing the necessity of a clear strategy for success. He shares insights on the importance of understanding the complexities of healthcare, such as HIPAA regulations and the need for resilience, and discusses the significance of diving deep into the healthcare landscape. Host Saul Marquez adds to the conversation by stressing the need for a clear mission and strategy, understanding market challenges, and the value of mentorship. Reflecting on his own career pivot and the impact of faith and data on his success, Jordan stresses innovation, economic considerations, and patient outcomes, encouraging listeners to collaborate and drive healthcare forward. Tune in and learn how to navigate the healthcare industry and make a meaningful impact! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Jordan Harmon on LinkedIn. Learn more about Hospital for Special Surgery on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Jordan’s previous interview on our podcast here.
August 5, 2024

Overcoming Data Security and Privacy Challenges with Dave Sohigian, CTO at Large at Workday

Can you imagine a platform dedicated to retaining human involvement alongside AI and ML applications ensuring that judgment remains a vital component in decision-making processes? In the latest episode Live at ViVE, Dave Sohigian, CTO at Large at Workday, provides thought-provoking insights on topics such as the AI Hype Cycle, reshaping healthcare delivery in 2024, technological innovations in patient care, and critical issues of data security and privacy. He discusses how AI and ML are changing the landscape of technology and how organizations can harness their power to drive tangible outcomes. In this conversation, Dave also emphasizes how Workday is applying AI in its applications and the critical role of human intelligence in ensuring the responsible use of AI and ML. Stay tuned for an eye-opening conversation with Dave Sohigian on how AI is reshaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow David on LinkedIn. Follow Workday on LinkedIn and visit their website.
August 2, 2024

Maximizing Care Management Via AI Chat with Yoni Shtein, CEO of Laguna Health

The transformative potential of AI in healthcare is no secret, but there are certain limitations and risks associated with its generalization. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Yoni Shtein, CEO of Laguna Health, discusses how his company uses conversational AI to enhance care management for health plans. He explains how Laguna leverages ambient listening and a large language model to analyze conversations between care managers and members, improving efficiency, outcomes, and effectiveness in chronic, high-risk, or acute care management. The technology aligns with the needs of regional and national payers and facilitates better member service and patient outcomes. Yoni emphasizes integrating new technology in Interactive Care Planning (ICP), utilizing virtual, multimodal interactions like telephonic chat text, and highlights companies such as Abridge, Ambience, Nabla, and Suki for capturing language across mediums to gain valuable insight He also covers the pros and cons of conversational AI in healthcare, addressing cybersecurity risks and AI hallucinations while emphasizing the importance of recognizing opportunities and concerns.  Tune in and learn how conversational AI is starting to leave its mark on healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Yoni Shtein on LinkedIn. Learn more about Laguna Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Yoni’s previous interview on our podcast here.
August 2, 2024

AI-Powered Medical Coding and Value-Based Care with Hamid Tabatabaie, co-founder and CEO of CodaMetrix

AI offers customizable, Lego-like solutions for health systems, providing genuinely modular and flexible coding tailored to your specific needs, whether it's clinical billing or value-based care. In this episode, Hamid Tabatabaie, co-founder and CEO of CodaMetrix, discusses medical coding and the revolutionary ways AI is making coding automation a possibility and a reality. He explores how CodaMetrix, with its roots in Mass General Brigham, is transforming the revenue cycle by enhancing coding accuracy and harnessing the full potential of clinical data. Hamid also introduces the concept of value-based coding, a holistic approach that promises to streamline coding processes across various departments within health systems. He also provides insights on CodaMetrix's exciting collaborations and developments, including their partnership with Epic and their plans for scaling.  Whether you're a healthcare professional, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of medical coding, this episode is packed with insights you will want to take advantage of. Let's dive in! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Hamid Tabatabaie on LinkedIn. Learn more about CodaMetrix on their LinkedIn and website. Reach out to CodaMetrix via email here. Listen to Hamid Tabatabaie’s previous interview on our podcast here.
August 1, 2024

From Lab to Market: Navigating Diagnostics and Regulation with Andrew L’Huilier

Andrew L'Huillier, a leader in the diagnostics industry, joins us to discuss his work on groundbreaking diagnostic products. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in regulatory compliance, drug discovery, and the implementation of cGMP guidelines. Discover how precision medicine is revolutionizing healthcare and improving patient care. Tune in! Resources: Connect with and follow Andrew L'Huillier on LinkedIn.
July 31, 2024

Building Trust and Community in Healthcare with Tom Carlough, Chief Technology Officer at Wider Circle

Addressing social isolation and loneliness is crucial for improving overall health outcomes. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Tom Carlough, Chief Technology Officer at Wider Circle, discusses the significance of building trust and community in healthcare, particularly focusing on health equity and social isolation. He explains how Wider Circle uses in-person community groups to foster social connections and trust, which helps in collecting essential health information and encouraging health practices like home visits. Tom shares insights from a recent study showing significant improvements in health outcomes through their approach, emphasizing the importance of addressing loneliness and social isolation as fundamental health needs. He also highlights the new CMS regulations mandating health equity, urging healthcare plans to prioritize trust-building and personalized community support, and underscores that social proof and peer pressure within community groups can encourage individuals to prioritize their health. Tune in and learn how community and trust can transform healthcare and promote health equity! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with Tom Carlough on LinkedIn. Learn more about Wider Circle on their LinkedIn and website.
July 31, 2024

Exploring Fee-For-Service 2.0 with Chuck Feerick, VP of Sales for Clarify Health Solutions

Trust and collaboration between payers and providers are crucial for better healthcare outcomes. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Chuck Feerick, VP of Sales for Clarify Health Solutions, discusses the evolving dynamics between payers and providers, with a focus on AI's role and the integration challenges it faces. Chuck explains fee-for-service 2.0, which lets providers act as if they're in a value-based contract, and emphasizes the importance of trust and collaboration in payer-provider relationships, highlighting Clarify's tools for assessing provider performance and improving care quality. He underscores the need for standardized healthcare contracts and data's role in creating opportunities, noting that Clarify aims to reduce friction and improve healthcare flow by combining health plans and provider data. Chuck also talks about how AI in healthcare faces challenges like hallucination and emphasizes the need for accurate data input while also stressing that innovation in healthcare is driven by everyone involved, from providers to payers. Tune in and learn how value-based care is evolving, focusing more on outcomes than processes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Chuck Feerick on LinkedIn. Learn more about Clarify Health Solutions on their LinkedIn and website.
July 30, 2024

Innovative In-Home Healthcare Solutions Ryan Boulier, VP of Business Development at Sprinter Health

Early and continuous engagement in quality programs can significantly boost health outcomes and ratings. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Ryan Boulier, VP of Business Development at Sprinter Health, shares insights into how his company is enhancing healthcare engagement through in-home services. He explains how Sprinter Health focuses on reaching underserved populations by providing preventive care at home using a skilled workforce known as "sprinters." By employing community-based sprinters who perform various diagnostic services such as A1C tests, blood pressure checks, and diabetic eye exams, Sprinter Health fosters trust and improves patient follow-up. Ryan emphasizes the importance of early and continuous engagement in quality programs to boost health outcomes and ratings while also highlighting the success of their consumer-based outreach methods in engaging patients who often skip visits.  Tune in and learn how innovative home-based healthcare solutions can transform patient engagement and outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with Ryan Boulier on LinkedIn. Learn more about Sprinter Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Sprinter Health’s previous episode on our podcast here. 
July 29, 2024

Healthcare is Evolving, Not Broken…This Is How It’s Going Down with Brian Urban, Director of Innovations and Emerging Markets at FinThrive

AI has the potential to significantly improve prior authorization, payment structures, and patient navigation.  In this episode, Brian Urban, Director of Innovations and Emerging Markets at FinThrive, talks about why understanding and utilizing non-clinical data is crucial for addressing social health needs effectively. He explains how FinThrive, a leading revenue cycle management company, is addressing issues like payment integrity, care coordination, and social health needs. Brian emphasizes the importance of AI in reducing remittances and friction and improving provider-payer relations. He also discusses the importance of social determinants of health data and why he believes intrapreneurship within organizations can drive significant advancements in the healthcare sector, underscoring the importance of data literacy for creating a sustainable healthcare system.  Tune in and learn how AI and innovation are set to revolutionize the healthcare industry, making it more efficient and equitable! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Brian Urban on LinkedIn. Learn more about FinThrive on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to FinThrive’s podcast, Healthcare Rethink, here.
July 26, 2024

The Power Of Pay-For-Performance Healthcare Models with Ed Liebowitz, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer at Solera Health

Navigating healthcare economics, particularly Medicare Advantage, presents challenges but offers learning opportunities. In this episode, Ed Liebowitz, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer at Solera Health, discusses his path from being diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at 26 to getting inspired for a bright career in health tech. Solera Health started by supporting digital diabetes prevention and expanded to cover various health areas, including mental health, weight management, and hypertension.  Ed explains how the company utilizes a pay-for-performance model, ensuring cost-effective, clinically relevant outcomes. Throughout this interview, he shares insights on the complexities of healthcare economics, especially in Medicare Advantage, and the potential of AI in improving healthcare delivery. Ed also emphasizes the importance of innovation, patient care, and leveraging technology to empower individuals and encourages listeners to stay updated on digital health advancements.  Tune in and learn about the transformative power of digital health solutions and the future of healthcare innovation! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Ed Liebowitz on LinkedIn. Learn more about Solera Health on their LinkedIn and website. Learn more about Solera Health’s partners:  Sworkit  Kaia Health Sword  Vori Health 9amHealth
July 26, 2024

Changing Dentistry with Curiosity and Pragmatism with Dr. Christian Coachman, founder and CEO of Digital Smile Design

True power lies in naivety, creativity, curiosity, and courage, transforming visionary ideas into tangible outcomes. In this episode, Christian Coachman shares insights from his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the essential qualities of naivety, creativity, curiosity, and courage that have fueled his success. He explores the development of Digital Smile Design, the importance of collaboration to enhance patient outcomes, and his philosophy of sharing ideas to foster innovation while addressing challenges in the dental industry, such as clinicians' business acumen and maintaining quality care amidst scalability pressures.  Whether you're a dental professional or curious about tech in healthcare, this episode offers insights as Christian Coachman shapes the future of dentistry, one smile at a time. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Christian Coachman on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow Digital Smile Design on LinkedIn and Instagram and explore their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
July 25, 2024

How Innovating Cardiac Care Can Help Advance Population Health with Jonathan Adam Fialkow, the Chief Medical Executive of Population Health, Value, and Primary Care for Baptist Health

AI and predictive analytics offer exciting possibilities for improving patient care and operational processes. In this episode, Jonathan Adam Fialkow emphasizes the importance of empathy and support in medical care, personalized and value-based care strategies, and the effective use of technology in cardiology and population health. He highlights the necessity of addressing provider burnout, the benefits of team-based and concierge care, and the rapid development of big data technologies while also covering how digital tools improve patient engagement and streamline care management, leading to better outcomes and physician satisfaction.  Tune in and learn how combining empathy, technology, and innovative strategies can transform patient care and healthcare systems! Resources: Connect and follow Jonathan Adam Fialkow on LinkedIn. Follow Baptist Health South Florida on LinkedIn. Discover Baptist Health South Florida’s Website! Listen to the Baptist HealthTalk podcast here! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
July 25, 2024

CDPHP’s Commitment to Community Care and Affordable Health with Nicholas Kraft, Chief Growth Officer at CDPHP

A holistic approach to healthcare involves engaging members in preventive care rather than waiting for them to become sick. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Nicholas Kraft, Chief Growth Officer at CDPHP, discusses the health plan's dedication to innovation and quality in healthcare. CDPHP, a physician-led nonprofit serving 400,000 members in New York's Capital District, prioritizes community care, challenges high healthcare costs, and promotes collaboration among leaders to improve healthcare access and affordability. Nicholas highlights the potential of fee-for-service 2.0, emphasizing the need for openness and trust among providers, payers, and members, advocating a holistic approach that prioritizes preventive care and early member engagement. He also urges listeners to join their mission to enable patients to spend more time with their families. Tune in and learn how innovative strategies are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Nicholas Kraft on LinkedIn. Learn more about CDPHP on their LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and website.
July 24, 2024

Reducing Misdiagnosis with Advanced Telehealth with Frank McGillin, CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic

The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic and Amwell’s collaboration bridges geographical gaps in specialist care. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Frank McGillin, CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic, explores how their joint venture with Amwell is transforming healthcare by providing virtual access to over 3,500 specialists. This innovative platform, available through various channels like direct visits, health plans, and employers, helps users better understand their diagnosis and treatment, significantly reducing the risk of misdiagnosis and saving about $8,700 per second opinion. Throughout this conversation, Frank explains how The Clinic's nurse care managers ensure patients are matched with the right specialists, improving outcomes and maintaining in-network care.  He also highlights the platform's impact on chronic disease management and medication optimization, emphasizing that the service makes it convenient for patients to access top-tier care, whether locally or at Cleveland Clinic. Tune in and learn how this collaboration is making a significant difference in healthcare delivery! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Frank McGillin on LinkedIn. Learn more about The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Frank’s previous episode on our podcast here.
July 23, 2024

The Power Of FHIR APIs In Healthcare with Donald Rucker, the Chief Strategy Officer at 1upHealth

Real-time access to patient data through electronic medical records' APIs is a game-changer for healthcare analytics. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Donald Rucker, the Chief Strategy Officer at 1upHealth, discusses the critical role of modern data representations and FHIR APIs for payers and providers. He highlights the significance of electronic medical records and their APIs for real-time patient data access and analytics, explaining how payers can utilize the Bulk FHIR API for core data and how advancements in JSON and RESTful APIs have made clinical data access smarter and more efficient. Donald emphasizes the importance of building a quality FHIR data pipeline for modern analytics and AI while also delving into the re-architecting of healthcare through data science, stressing the need to involve consumers in the process. He also explains how he and his team are focused on improving industry processes like quality measurement, network design, prior authorization, case management, and payer-to-patient outreach, expressing excitement for the industry's future and involving consumers in healthcare data processes. Tune in and learn how healthcare is evolving with the power of data! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Donald Rucker on LinkedIn. Learn more about 1upHealth on their LinkedIn and website.
July 22, 2024

The Power of Payer Partnerships In Behavioral Health with Solome Tibebu, founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Tech

The demand for mental health and substance use services is growing, requiring more clinicians and alternative support roles like coaches and peers. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Solome Tibebu, founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Tech, discusses the importance of payer partnerships with digital health innovators in behavioral health. She emphasizes the need for collaboration to ensure members are directed to the right services, particularly for specialized conditions like eating disorders and OCD, while also highlighting the role of technology, health equity, and innovation in expanding access to mental health, substance use, and IDD care. Solome underscores the success of pioneering plans like NovaWell in reaching underserved populations, including young people and people of color, but notes the ongoing challenges with payment codes and reimbursement. She also stresses the need for more clinicians to meet the rising demand for mental health services and suggests that coaches and peers can help fill this gap, though many payers are not yet reimbursing for these roles. Tune in and learn how collaboration and innovation are shaping the future of behavioral health! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Solome Tibebu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Behavioral Health Tech on their LinkedIn and website. Subscribe to the Behavioral Health Tech newsletter here. Book a ticket to the Annual Behavioral Health Conference here.
July 19, 2024

Empowering Employers as Changemakers: Transforming Healthcare Through Direct Partnerships with Nick Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct

How can integrated delivery systems leverage emerging technologies like data analytics, AI, and machine learning without losing the human touch in patient-provider relationships? In this groundbreaking episode, Nick Stefanizzi explores how employers can drive healthcare system change, emphasizing data analytics, AI, and maintaining human touch in patient care. He highlights employers' pivotal role in healthcare transformation through data-driven strategies and innovative partnerships with providers, reshaping health plans to enhance care access, quality, and affordability. Join us as we uncover the untapped potential of employer-led initiatives and their ability to reshape the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Nick Stefanizzi on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Northwell Health on their LinkedIn and website. Check out healthcare-specific sources of information mentioned by Nick Stefanizzi, like Modern Healthcare, Becker’s Hospital Review, Fierce Healthcare, SIIA, and Dr. Eric Bricker’s LinkedIn.
July 18, 2024

Discover the Future of Dentistry with Innovative AI Technology with Dr. Miguel Stanley, dentist and director of the White Clinic in Lisbon, and CEO and founder of Missing Link AI

No chronic inflammation in the body is the foundation of longevity. In this episode, Dr. Miguel Stanley discusses the critical connection between dentistry and overall health, stressing the need for better communication between doctors and dentists, integrating medical and dental records, and understanding the systemic impact of oral health. Highlighting his innovative approach to interdisciplinary dental practices and Missing Link AI's ability to identify hidden dental diseases through X-ray scans, he shares his mission to revolutionize dentistry with a focus on patient well-being and advanced diagnostics. Tune in and learn why bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry can improve patient outcomes by addressing systemic health issues related to oral health! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Miguel Stanley on LinkedIn and Instagram. Visit Dr. Stanley’s website! Follow the White Clinic on LinkedIn and discover their website! Follow Missing Link AI on LinkedIn and visit their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
July 18, 2024

Reducing Administrative Waste in Healthcare Systems with Eric Demers, CEO of Madaket Health

Synchronizing provider data between health organizations and insurance companies ensures accurate information and reduces costs. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Eric Demers, CEO of Madaket Health, discusses his company’s role in benefitting patients through reducing administrative waste and enhancing efficiencies for providers and payers. By streamlining and automating functions, Madaket Health helps synchronize provider data between health organizations and insurance companies, ensuring accurate information flow and reducing costs. Eric stresses the importance of accurate provider data managed by organizations like insurance companies, which supports initiatives like the No Surprises Act and enhances provider network management, member satisfaction, and quality. He highlights the challenges of misinformation in healthcare and the need for accurate directories, emphasizing that improving provider directories can enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase revenues. He also explains that using platforms like Madaket Health can prevent revenue loss and create business opportunities. Tune in and learn how to navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry and improve your organization's operations! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Eric Demers on LinkedIn. Learn more about Madaket Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Eric’s previous episode on our podcast here.
July 16, 2024

Improving Accessibility And Transparency In Home-Based Services with Ashish Shah, Co-Founder and CEO of Dina Care

Care delivery is shifting towards home and community settings to improve accessibility and reliability. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Ashish Shah, Co-Founder and CEO of Dina Care, centers the discussion on the shift in care delivery to the home and community, focusing on improving accessibility, reliability, and transparency. Ashish highlights organizing care logistics for services like skilled nursing and physical therapy at home and emphasizes the need for health plans and providers to improve access to essential services suitable for home and community delivery. He discusses the benefits of Dina's technology in quickly confirming requests and establishing strong connectivity, reducing friction, and enhancing well-being, especially for Medicare Advantage members, while also addressing health equity challenges and the value of nonmedical benefits. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of collaboration among providers, payers, solution providers, and vendors, mentioning how Dina Care’s platform ensures members get the necessary services, positively impacting outcomes Tune in and learn how home-based care is transforming healthcare and why collaboration among providers, payers, solution providers, and vendors is essential for this initiative’s success. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Ashish Shah on LinkedIn. Learn more about Dina Care on their LinkedIn, X, and website.
July 15, 2024

Building Relationships For Better Healthcare Outcomes with Tanya Little, Chief Commercial Officer of Vitality Group

Organizations like Vitality Group are driving momentum for change and innovation in the healthcare system in a unique way. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Tanya Little, Chief Commercial Officer of Vitality Group, explains how the company combines behavioral science, actuarial science, technology, and incentives to help healthcare payers engage their members. Vitality operates as a risk bearer and insurer in South Africa and the UK, partnering with insurers in 38 other markets and serving 35 million members. Tanya highlights the challenges in the healthcare system, such as lack of collaboration and rising costs, and discusses innovations like GLP-1s and AI, emphasizing the importance of engagement in healthcare to drive quality, close care gaps, and build relationships with members. She also advocates for a village-like approach to establish principles and expectations for payers, urging the audience to consider their own behavioral biases and engage more meaningfully in their health.  Tune in and learn about the power of engagement in transforming healthcare outcomes and reducing costs! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Tanya Little on LinkedIn. Learn more about Vitality Group on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Stephen Mitchley’s, CSO of Vitality Group, interview on our podcast here.
July 12, 2024

Creating a Culture of Entrepreneurship in Dentistry with Dr. Jason Auerbach, founder of Riverside Oral Surgery, and founder and Co-CEO of MAX-SSM

Expanding dental practices with a focus on specialty care can create high-quality patient experiences and scalable business models. In this episode, Dr. Jason Auerbach, Founder of Riverside Oral Surgery, and founder and Co-CEO of MAX-SSM, discusses expanding his business to 22 locations with a focus on high-level specialty care and a hospitality-based approach, emphasizing comprehensive oral health care, patient education, and reducing future care needs. He underscores integrating technology and expertise to improve dental care equality alongside the importance of a brilliant team, care coordination, and setting a compelling vision, purpose, and values to attract and retain talented individuals.  Tune in and learn about the transformative strategies shaping the future of oral health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jason Auerbach on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow Riverside Oral Surgery on LinkedIn and Instagram and discover their website! Learn more about MAX Surgical Specialty Management on their LinkedIn and website. Check out the Glo Good Foundation on their Instagram and website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
July 11, 2024

Achieving Advanced Fertility Care Through Innovation with Dr. Eduardo Hariton, VP of Strategic Initiatives and Managing Director of Innovation Fund at US Fertility

The future of IVF will focus on making clinics more patient-friendly and accessible, especially for those who can't afford it or live far away. In this episode, Dr. Eduardo Hariton discusses how his dual training in medicine and business has shaped his innovative approach to enhancing patient engagement, efficiency, and cost reduction in fertility care through technology like AI. He also addresses challenges in IVF accessibility, patient education, task automation, and outcome measurement for improved patient-centric care. Tune in and learn how innovative approaches and technology can transform healthcare delivery, particularly in fertility care! Resources: Connect and follow Dr. Eduardo Hariton on LinkedIn. Follow US Fertility on LinkedIn. Discover US Fertility’s Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
July 11, 2024

The Growing Focus On Behavioral Health with Kye Gardner, Executive Director of Corporate Operations and Development at Alera Health

Educating oneself about behavioral health and connecting mind, body, and spirit are essential for overall well-being. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Kye Gardner, Executive Director of Corporate Operations and Development at Alera Health, talks about the importance of integrating behavioral health into primary care. They explain how Alera Health focuses on population health management, specifically targeting behavioral health to prevent future issues and improve patient outcomes and discuss the role of clinically integrated networks in streamlining care and supporting both patients and providers. Kye touches on the significance of value-based reimbursement models in the behavioral health space, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and appropriate care. They also note the growing importance of behavioral health in healthcare discussions, highlighting the need for kindness and understanding in addressing these challenges. Tune in and learn how behavioral health is being integrated into primary care, the impact of value-based reimbursement, and the importance of kindness in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Kye Gardner on LinkedIn. Learn more about Alera Health on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Alera Health’s partner, OPEN MINDS, on their website.
July 10, 2024

Digital Tools For Better Mental Health And Resilience with Deryk Van Brunt, CEO and co-founder of CredibleMind,

Clinician burnout is a significant issue, with 25% of nurses and physicians expected to leave the profession due to stress and lack of appreciation. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Deryk Van Brunt, a therapist, CEO, and co-founder of CredibleMind, discusses the national mental health crisis and how technology can improve population health. He introduces CredibleMind's digital mental health platform, which offers evidence-based self-care, screening tools, and a new approach to mental health by partnering with payers, providers, universities, and organizations to enhance well-being, with a strong focus on happiness and resilience. Addressing the mental health industry's challenges, Deryk highlights the importance of reducing stigma, increasing engagement, and leveraging AI to make targeted mental health recommendations while advocating for evidence-based self-care for the entire population. He also notes the critical issue of clinician burnout and the shortage of behavioral health therapists, calling for a shift from reactive to proactive mental health care using technology to create positive impacts.  Tune in and learn how CredibleMind is reshaping mental health care! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Deryk Van Brunt on LinkedIn. Learn more about CredibleMind on their LinkedIn and website.
July 9, 2024

The Secrets To Improving Patient Access To High-Cost Medications with Julia Regan, co-founder and CEO of RxLightning

Specialty medications are costly and complex to obtain and make up over 50% of the drug spend in the US. In this episode, Julia Regan, co-founder and CEO of RxLightning, explains why she created a digital platform that helps patients access high-cost, complex drugs faster and more efficiently. RxLightning's platform supports over 1600 medications, working seamlessly with provider platforms and EHR systems to reduce prescription wait times from weeks to days, ensuring top-quality patient care through a more cohesive experience. Throughout this interview with Saul Marquez, Julia underscores how the company has grown to include 1200 organizations that use its services, leveraging white-labeling to increase adoption. She also emphasizes how, despite financial constraints and the need to balance revenue with value, RxLightning has made significant strides in digitizing prescription processes, ensuring data protection, and improving patient outcomes.  Tune in and learn how RxLightning is transforming the specialty medication landscape and making prescriptions at lightning speed! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Julia Regan on LinkedIn. Learn more about RxLighting on their LinkedIn and website.
July 8, 2024

ACS CARES Invites You to End Cancer for Everyone with Dr. Bonny Morris, Senior Director for Patient Navigation at the American Cancer Society (ACS)

The American Cancer Society excels by smoothly combining research, patient support, and advocacy worldwide, focusing on the needs of people at risk or diagnosed with cancer, as well as their caregivers and families. In this episode, Dr. Bonny Morris, Senior Director for Patient Navigation at the American Cancer Society (ACS), shares her personal journey from a rural background to her role in healthcare innovation. Bonny emphasizes the disparities in cancer care in underserved areas and explains how ACS is addressing those disparities by combining research, patient support, and advocacy on a national and global scale. The focus shifts to the ACS CARES app, a groundbreaking initiative aiming to personalize cancer care support by providing users with a digital platform to navigate cancer information and connect with trained specialists 24/7. Dr. Morris extends an invitation for collaboration, stressing the importance of conversations to optimize cancer care delivery.  Tune in, learn, and become a part of the movement to shape a brighter and more compassionate future in cancer care! Resources: Connect with and follow Bonny Morris on LinkedIn. Follow the American Cancer Society on LinkedIn and visit their website. Learn more about the ACS CARES App here. Download the ACS CARES App on the App Store here or on the Google Play Store here.
July 5, 2024

Discover How Psychedelics Are Revolutionizing Mental Health Treatment with Niko Skievaski, co-founder and CEO of Althea

Psychedelics can help individuals navigate significant life challenges and gain new perspectives. In this episode, Niko Skievaski, co-founder and CEO of Althea, discusses the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health. Niko explains the growing evidence that psychedelics can offer better outcomes than traditional psychiatric treatments for conditions like PTSD, depression, and addiction. Throughout this interview with Saul Marquez, he talks about the resurgence of research at top institutions, the development of new software to support regulatory compliance and practice management, and the bipartisan support for psychedelic programs. Niko also shares personal stories on psychedelics and societal issues like AI, climate change, and political unrest, while highlighting an entrepreneur's journey in health tech and the need for a more inclusive and effective approach to mental health. Tune in and learn about the future of psychedelics in healthcare and the innovative efforts to integrate these treatments into mainstream medicine! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Niko Skievaski on LinkedIn. Learn more about Althea on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Niko’s previous interview on our podcast here.
July 5, 2024

Driving Lasting Change in Dentistry: The Intrapreneurial Culture of Henry Schein with Stanley Bergman, Chairman and CEO of Henry Schein

Breakthroughs in healthcare technology over the past ten years are painting a promising picture for the future of medicine. In this episode, Stanley Bergman, Chairman and CEO of Henry Schein, shares his leadership journey and highlights the transformative power of healthcare technology, particularly in dentistry. He emphasizes collaboration, trust, and patient access, advocating for a future where dentistry and medicine work together to improve overall health through prevention and education. Tune in and learn about the evolving landscape of healthcare and dentistry, the role of technology, and the importance of collaborative efforts to improve health outcomes. Resources: Connect with and follow Stanley Bergman on LinkedIn. Follow the Henry Schein company on LinkedIn and discover their website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
July 4, 2024

Empowering PAs: Expanding Roles and Opportunities in Healthcare with Brittany Strelow, President of the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants

Being told 'no' can motivate one to think differently and discover new paths In this episode, Brittany Strelow offers a unique perspective on PAs' evolving roles and their vital contribution to filling healthcare gaps, particularly in primary care and rural settings. She discusses the exciting potential of emerging trends such as telehealth, artificial intelligence, and hospital-at-home models to revolutionize patient care and shares invaluable insights from her extensive academic work and advocacy efforts in legislation into the future of healthcare and the endless possibilities for PAs to make a significant impact. Stay tuned and learn how PAs are addressing health disparities, pioneering new care models, and driving innovation in healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Brittany Strelow on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA) on LinkedIn and the website. Check out the Journal of the American Academy of PAs (JAAPA) website!
July 3, 2024

Preventing Diabetes: A New Approach Through Telehealth with Laurence Girard, the CEO and founder of Fruit Street Health

One in three U.S. adults are pre-diabetic, yet 80% remain unaware of their condition. In this episode, Laurence Girard, the CEO and founder of Fruit Street Health, shares his journey as a healthcare entrepreneur, raising over $33 million in equity financing and delivering the CDC's Diabetes Prevention Program via telehealth. Initially offering telemedicine software for dietitians, Fruit Street pivoted to diabetes prevention based on advice from a Fitbit executive, resulting in a program that reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by over 58% and is more effective than metformin. Despite facing a setback from a competing distributor, Fruit Street’s program, which includes live group video chats with dietitians, food tracking, and partnerships with LabCorp and Modified Health, has received Medicare funding and a grant from the American Diabetes Association. Laurence emphasizes the importance of good science, patient experience, and prevention in healthcare and encourages providers and payers to support CDC-recognized diabetes prevention programs to reverse prediabetes. Tune in and learn how Fruit Street is making strides in diabetes prevention and public health! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Laurence Girard on LinkedIn. Learn more about Fruit Street on their LinkedIn and website.
July 2, 2024

Overcoming Addiction Through Emotional Awareness and Healthy Choices with Dr. Andrew Seefeld, Addiction Specialist, & Medical Director, Emergency Department at Speare Memorial Hospital

Emotional sobriety means recognizing and transforming negative thought patterns, requiring a willingness to sit with and understand your emotions. In this insightful episode, Dr. Andrew Seefeld, Addiction Specialist, & Medical Director, Emergency Department at Speare Memorial Hospital, shares his personal journey of overcoming emotional and physical struggles through emotional sobriety, a concept focused on transforming negative thought patterns that lead to destructive behaviors. Dr. Seefeld explains that while emotions are automatic, feelings are conscious reflections that can be managed, and by addressing negative thought patterns, he has transformed his life and helped others through his work and the free app, myLifeLink. He emphasizes choosing healthy behaviors and his mission to help others achieve emotional sobriety, sharing his shift from emergency medicine to addiction medicine to educate and support those struggling with addiction and mental health issues. Tune in and learn how emotional sobriety can transform your life and help you break free from negative thought patterns and behaviors! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Andrew Seefeld on LinkedIn and X. Learn more about myLifeLink on their LinkedIn and website. Download the myLifeLink app on the App Store and Google Play.
July 1, 2024

Closing Gaps in Cancer Care with Harlan Levine, President of Health Innovation and Policy at City of Hope

The future of health equity is within reach, and it's inspiring to see organizations like City of Hope driving change in the healthcare ecosystem. In this episode, Harlan Levine, President of Health Innovation and Policy at City of Hope, delves into the critical topic of health equity and access to optimal cancer care. Harlan shares insights into healthcare innovation, the value the City of Hope adds to health systems and patients, and the barriers to accessing optimal cancer care, particularly as they relate to health equity. Harlan also discusses potential solutions for eliminating these barriers and paints a compelling picture of the ideal future of health equity. He shares a focus on patient-centered care, collaboration, and innovation, reshaping the healthcare landscape to ensure equitable access to life-saving therapies.  Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration from Dr. Harlan Levine's vision for the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Harlan on LinkedIn. Follow City of Hope on LinkedIn. Visit the City of Hope website here.
June 28, 2024

Real-Time Data: Transforming Healthcare Systems with Matt Seefeld, founder of myLifeLink and Executive Vice President of MedEvolve

The future of healthcare demands a business-like approach with a focus on real-time data and decision-making processes. In this episode, Matt Seefeld, founder of myLifeLink and Executive Vice President of MedEvolve, underscores the significance of effective intelligence in navigating the healthcare sector's complexities, emphasizing the need to prioritize clinical outcomes over financial gains. Matt delves into the challenges facing health systems in terms of profitability and accountability, highlighting the importance of real-time data and task tracking for enhanced efficiency, while advocating for embracing innovative solutions within an antiquated health industry to drive positive change. Furthermore, he candidly shares his personal journey with addiction, underscoring the importance of community support and emotional sobriety, aiming to provide a platform through myLifeLink for individuals to connect, heal, and support one another on their recovery journeys. Matt also encourages listeners to seize opportunities for growth and innovation in healthcare revenue cycles and beyond, reflecting on the significance of actions and outcomes in achieving success.  Tune in and learn how to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape and contribute to positive change in the industry! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Matt Seefeld on LinkedIn. Discover more about MedEvolve on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Matt’s previous interview on our podcast here. Learn more about myLifeLink on their LinkedIn and website. Download the myLifeLink app on the App Store and Google Play.
June 28, 2024

Advancing Clinical Workflows With Responsible Healthcare AI with Dr. Graham Walker, Co-director of Advanced Development for Permanente Medical Group and ED physician at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center

Envision a platform with the most trusted medical reference for clinical decision tools and content, trusted by millions of clinicians globally. In this episode, Dr. Graham Walker discusses his passion for responsible AI in healthcare and his involvement in crafting the Physicians’ Charter for Responsible AI. He also uncovers how he balances his clinical practice with his tech innovations and what drives him to enhance patient care through technology continually.  Don't miss this engaging discussion packed with insights on the intersection of medicine and technology! Resources: Connect and follow Graham Walker on LinkedIn. Follow The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. on LinkedIn. Discover The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Website! Visit the Physicians’ Charter for Responsible AI here! Explore the MDCalc website!
June 27, 2024

Uncovering the Vulnerabilities of Healthcare Supply Chains with Dr. Pearce McCarty, Co-founder of DOCSI

Healthcare supply chains faced vulnerabilities exposed by COVID-19, prompting a need for digital optimization. In this episode, Dr. Pearce McCarty, a seasoned orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of DOCSI, explains how the company’s digital tools optimize surgical supply chains and enhance operational efficiency in healthcare settings. He emphasizes how the platform engages with physicians by leveraging machine learning algorithms to identify opportunities for improvement as well as the importance of addressing supply chain vulnerabilities, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The DOCSI platform ingests utilization data, cost data, and case volumes to create individualized dashboards for surgeons, who can then make informed decisions to reduce clinical variation and enhance cost-effectiveness. Dr. McCarty emphasizes the potential for collaboration with medical device companies to drive contract compliance and product development, highlighting the importance of engaging physicians in decision-making to bend the cost curve of healthcare, while underscoring the need to create a culture of fiscal stewardship and improve healthcare efficiency. Tune in and learn how DOCSI is revolutionizing healthcare supply chains for a more affordable and accessible future! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Pearce McCarty on LinkedIn. Discover more about DOCSI on their LinkedIn and website.
June 26, 2024

The Power of Generative AI in Healthcare with Dr. Robert Pearl, the former CEO of Kaiser Permanente

Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by empowering patients and clinicians with knowledge and expertise. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Dr. Robert Pearl, the former CEO of Kaiser Permanente, known for his extensive experience and leadership in the medical field, to discuss his latest book, "ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients and Doctors Can Take Back Control of American Medicine." Dr. Pearl shares insights into the inspiration behind his book, driven by the need for transformative change in healthcare, and explores the evolution of generative AI, distinguishing it from other forms of artificial intelligence. Through compelling examples and thoughtful analysis, he delves into the practical applications of generative AI in healthcare delivery and emphasizes the importance of leadership in navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in healthcare. Addressing concerns around privacy, security, and job displacement, Dr. Pearl also advocates for proactive engagement and collaboration to harness the full potential of this technology. Tune in and learn how generative AI can shape the future of medicine for the better! Resources:  Interviews and Podcasts: Watch the entire interview here. Listen to Dr. Pearl’s previous interview on our podcast here. Browse Dr. Pearl’s Fixing Healthcare podcast episodes here. Learn more about Dr. Pearl’s podcast, Medicine: The Truth, here. Social Media and Website: Connect and follow Dr. Pearl on LinkedIn and Twitter. Discover more about Dr. Pearl on his Website. Subscribe to Dr. Pearl’s newsletter here. Read Dr. Pearl’s articles on Forbes here. Books: Dr. Pearl’s newest book, ChatGPT, MD, here. Dr. Pearl’s book, Mistreated, here. Dr. Pearl’s book, Uncaring, here.
June 25, 2024

The Power of Educational Software In Revolutionizing MSK Care with Donovan Campbell, CEO of MedBridge

Leveraging digital solutions can revolutionize musculoskeletal care, enhancing patient outcomes and improving accessibility. In this episode, Donovan Campbell, CEO of MedBridge, explains how his team is focused on revolutionizing musculoskeletal care through innovative digital solutions. MedBridge underwent a gradual evolution from providing educational software for therapists to their current focus on expanding access to high-quality MSK care through their pathways platform. Throughout this conversation, Donovan delves into MedBridge's approach of integrating digital care seamlessly into existing clinical ecosystems, enabling both synchronous and asynchronous care delivery. He also highlights the importance of addressing the growing demand for musculoskeletal care and emphasizes the need for healthcare systems to proactively strategize and create additional capacity to meet this demand effectively. Tune in and learn how innovative digital platforms like MedBridge are transforming healthcare delivery, improving outcomes, and enhancing patient experiences! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with Donovan Campbell on LinkedIn. Learn more about MedBridge on their LinkedIn and website.
June 24, 2024

Microsoft’s Collaboration with Healthcare Leaders for Trustworthy AI with Dr. David Rhew from Microsoft, along with Marcella Dalrymple and Dr. Michael Pencina from Duke Health

AI's potential to revolutionize healthcare requires a focus on responsible and trustworthy implementation. In this episode, Dr. David Rhew from Microsoft, along with Marcella Dalrymple and Dr. Michael Pencina from Duke Health, discuss the collaboration between Microsoft and Duke Health to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Dr. Rhew emphasizes the importance of responsible and trustworthy AI, acknowledging its limitations and the need for operationalizing key principles. Dr. Pencina outlines four principles for trustworthy AI: prioritizing the human person, defining AI use cases, anticipating consequences, and establishing governance. Marcella Dalrymple, with her community perspective, highlights the necessity of addressing public uncertainty and mistrust regarding AI development. The partnership aims to form a Center of Excellence for trustworthy AI, focusing on collaborative efforts to align with ethical values and engage the community bidirectionally. The guests stress the importance of a robust governance system, automation for efficiency, and continuous monitoring to ensure AI's intended impact. Tune in and learn how this collaboration strives to revolutionize healthcare responsibly through AI! Resources: Connect with and follow David Rhew on LinkedIn. Follow Microsoft on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Marcella Dalrymple on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Michael Pencina on LinkedIn. Follow Duke Health AI on LinkedIn and visit their website.
June 21, 2024

How to Build a Positive Work Environment in Healthcare with Renee Thompson, CEO and founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute

It’s essential for healthcare frontline managers to have the knowledge, skills, and resources that they need to address workplace bullying and incivility. In this episode at AONL, Saul Marquez sits down with Renee Thompson, CEO and founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute, who shares her journey from being a nurse to founding the institute, driven by her desire to combat workplace bullying and incivility in healthcare. She emphasizes the crucial role of frontline managers in addressing these issues and highlights the institute's focus on providing them with the necessary knowledge and resources. Renee and Saul discuss how this theme resonated throughout the AONL conference, reinforcing the importance of equipping frontline managers to foster a positive work culture. She also talks about the various ways people can access the institute's resources, including podcasts, webinars, products, and services, all available on their website and through social media. Tune in and learn how to create a positive workplace culture where everyone feels respected and valued! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with Renee Thompson on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Healthy Workforce Institute on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to the Coffee Break: Breaking the Cycle of Bullying in Healthcare - One Cup at a Time podcast here. 
June 21, 2024

From Ambulatory Care to Coaching: A Pharmacist’s Unconventional Career Path with Dr. Brooke Griffin, a professor at Midwestern University College of Pharmacy and the founder of the Bold Idea Group

Leadership means leading yourself and others through continuous self-improvement and intuition. In this episode, Dr. Brooke Griffin shares her journey from feeling stuck in her academic role to discovering her passion for coaching and consulting. She explains the distinctions between coaching and mentoring, highlights the importance of a thought partner in career development, discusses her work helping pharmacists navigate career transitions, and shares innovative strategies for reducing stress and increasing motivation through group coaching programs. Tune in to hear about the evolving opportunities for pharmacists, the importance of self-discovery, and how embracing individuality can lead to professional success. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Brooke Griffin on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Bold Idea Group on their website. Listen to the Today’s Bold Idea podcast here.
June 20, 2024

Investor Insights: Building Transformative Companies in Healthcare with Lee Shapiro, Managing Partner at 7WireVentures

How can patient portals be optimized for better communication between dental and medical providers? In this episode, Lee Shapiro explores how integrating patient portals can enhance care coordination and reduce inefficiencies in healthcare systems. He also highlights the business potential in creating interoperability layers to connect dentistry and medicine, stressing the importance of considering social determinants of health and fostering cross-sector collaboration to address patient needs more effectively. Join this episode to uncover the challenges, opportunities, and future of integrated healthcare.  Resources: Connect with and follow Lee Shapiro on LinkedIn. Visit the 7wireVentures LinkedIn and website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health. Get to know more about all the companies that were mentioned during the episode: Livongo, Allscripts, American Heart Association, Hash House Harriers, Enterprise Systems, NOCD, Parsley Health, Transcarent, myStrength, Epic, Cerner (Oracle Health), Dentrix,  and Forward Medical.
June 20, 2024

Exploring the Future of Cardiovascular Medicine with Dr. Udo Hoffmann, CSO at Cleerly Health

Did you know that patient motivation is enhanced when they can visualize their heart health? In this episode at ACC.24, Dr. Udo Hoffmann, Chief Scientific Officer at Cleerly Health, shares his passion for pioneering cardiovascular imaging and AI technology at Cleerly. He delves into the importance of addressing coronary artery disease and highlights how Cleerly's groundbreaking AI technology is reducing CT analysis time from hours to minutes, an approach that has earned FDA recognition and is poised to make a significant impact in healthcare. Dr. Hoffman discusses a randomized study comparing risk factor-based care to coronary artery disease-based care, aiming to revolutionize patient management. He also touches on the potential of AI to motivate patients towards proactive healthcare.  Tune in and learn how Cleerly Health is transforming cardiovascular care with cutting-edge AI technology! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Udo Hoffmann on LinkedIn. Learn more about Cleerly on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Cleerly’s prevention trial methods here.  Watch Cleerly’s webinar series about transforming cardiac care here.
June 19, 2024

Bringing Diagnostic Testing to Your Doorstep with David White, co-founder and CEO of IHDLab

Access to healthcare means bringing the system to the patient overcoming the existing barriers. In this episode, David White, co-founder and CEO of IHDLab, discusses his company's mission to improve accessibility to fertility services and at-home testing. IHDLab focuses on bringing diagnostic testing directly to consumers, particularly in fertility care, offering tests like the AMH test to assess ovarian reserve. David shares his thoughts on the role of diagnostic testing in empowering patients, the impact of PCOS on fertility, and how early diagnosis and treatment improve fertility outcomes. He also reflects on the importance of diversification in response to market shifts and identifies AI and wearables as key trends shaping the future of healthcare.  Tune in and learn how IHDLab is revolutionizing healthcare accessibility and empowering patients on their fertility journey! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with David White on LinkedIn. Learn more about IHDLab on their LinkedIn and website. Email David directly here.
June 18, 2024

How ConcertAI is Revolutionizing Cancer Research with AI with Jeff Elton, CEO of ConcertAI

Data integration and AI play crucial roles in predicting and managing treatment resistance in diseases like cancer. In this episode, Jeff Elton, CEO of ConcertAI, discusses his team’s focus on oncology and its role in accelerating medical research and improving patient care. He highlights the importance of data integration and AI in understanding diseases like cancer, particularly in predicting and managing treatment resistance. Jeff explains how ConcertAI's technology enables real-time analysis of patient data, aiding in clinical decision-making and trial matching, and delves into setbacks faced in developing AI models, emphasizing the need for transparent and reliable algorithms in healthcare. He also underscores the evolving nature of the workforce in the age of AI, where high-skilled individuals will be essential for leveraging advanced technologies effectively. Tune in and learn how ConcertAI is shaping the future of healthcare with AI-driven solutions! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with Jeff Elton on LinkedIn. Learn more about ConcertAI on their LinkedIn and website. Browse ConcertAI’s blog here.  Learn more about ConcertAI’s podcast here.
June 17, 2024

How AI Can Save Physicians Hours of Administrative Work with Dr. Ed Lee, CMO at Nabla

AI technology in healthcare is revolutionizing documentation processes, saving time for physicians, and improving efficiency. In this episode, Dr. Ed Lee, Chief Medical Officer at Nabla and a practicing primary care physician, discusses Nabla's AI documentation application, Nabla Copilot, which significantly reduces clinicians' documentation burden by listening to patient-clinician conversations and generating detailed notes. Throughout this interview, he emphasizes Nabla's customizable features and its integration options with electronic health records. Dr. Lee addresses setbacks as opportunities for improvement and advocates for thoughtful adoption of AI, envisioning its potential to enhance patient care, mitigate challenges, and lower healthcare costs. He also underscores the importance of deploying technology in alignment with patient care goals.  Tune in and learn how innovative technologies like AI can revolutionize healthcare documentation and improve patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Ed Lee on LinkedIn. Learn more about Nabla on their LinkedIn and website.
June 14, 2024

There’s Still Untapped Potential of AI in Healthcare Innovation with Seema Kumar, the Chief Executive Officer of Cure

No individual or specific organization can drive substantive change alone. It takes collaboration across the entire healthcare ecosystem. In this episode, Seema Kumar, the Chief Executive Officer of Cure, discusses the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Seema shares her journey into healthcare innovation, emphasizing the crucial roles of science, technology, and storytelling in shaping the future of healthcare. She highlights the unique contribution of entrepreneurs as nimble actors driving change in the industry. The conversation delves into the collaborative nature of the healthcare ecosystem, where large organizations, entrepreneurs, academia, and government play complementary roles. Seema also emphasizes the need for sustained collaboration beyond crises and underlines the significance of AI in analyzing vast healthcare data for insights.  Tune in and explore the transformative possibilities at the intersection of AI and healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Seema Kumar on LinkedIn. Follow Cure on LinkedIn and visit their website.
June 14, 2024

Venture Capital’s Role in Oral Health Innovation with Dr. Jeremy Krell, Managing Partner of Revere Partners and Rise Health

There is a vital need to address interoperability in dentistry, and it can be done by investing in innovators who push boundaries in data access and security. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Krell shares how innovation and early-stage investments are shaping oral health, emphasizing the unique qualities that make a great investor in dentistry. He also discusses challenges and breakthroughs with Revere Partners, highlighting the importance of data security and collaborative efforts in healthcare technology ventures. Tune in to grasp the intricacies of venture capital's impact on oral health and the exciting advancements on the horizon. For accredited investors who would like to participate in Revere’s fund, use discount code THINK18 to receive 2% off the carried interest* *a standard VC fee that works like ‘profit share’
June 13, 2024

Harnessing Data Analytics to Revolutionize Healthcare Strategy with Hal Andrews, President and CEO of Trilliant Health

The secret is to quit talking about innovation in healthcare, and actually start putting ideas into action. In this episode, Hal Andrews, President and CEO of Trilliant Health, discusses healthcare’s future and the role automation plays in it and explains how his company addresses healthcare's data challenges by offering a platform for data analytics to inform strategic decisions across the care continuum. Hal emphasizes the power of evidence-based strategies, utilizing diverse data sources to inform client decisions. He underscores the importance of accurately understanding market share, advocating for a comprehensive view of all providers, particularly in terms of referrals and network performance, to retain patients within networks. He also explores the impact of consumer brands like Amazon and Walmart entering healthcare and the potential of AI in automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency.  Tune in and learn how data-driven strategies can drive positive outcomes in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Learn more about Trilliant Health on their LinkedIn and website. Read Trilliant Health’s Field Guide here. Browse Hal’s blog on Trilliant Health’s website here.
June 12, 2024

Boosting Efficiency and Improving Outcomes in Care Management with Yoni Shtein, CEO of Laguna Health

Efficiency in healthcare, like closing care gaps and reducing readmissions, is vastly improved through technological innovation. In this episode, Saul Marquez interviews Yoni Shtein, CEO of Laguna Health, a company revolutionizing care management through automation and technology with a mission to empower care managers with conversational intelligence. By leveraging natural language processing and AI, Laguna streamlines documentation, allowing care managers to focus on patients rather than paperwork, an innovation that, according to Yoni, not only enhances efficiency but also improves patient outcomes, reducing readmissions and optimizing care transitions. He also emphasizes Laguna's unique data set and language model, which differentiate the company in the market. Yoni highlights the significant ROI opportunities for payers, including increased efficiency, effectiveness, and cost savings, and challenges leaders to embrace nuanced thinking in navigating healthcare technology trends to drive better outcomes for patients.  Tune in and learn why building scalable solutions that deliver tangible value to consumers is paramount in today's healthcare landscape! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Yoni Shtein on LinkedIn. Learn more about Laguna Health on their LinkedIn and website.
June 11, 2024

The Power of Precision Messaging In Healthcare with Thomas Shea, Chief Revenue Officer at Doceree

Precision targeting and real-time messaging are key components of Doceree's success in healthcare advertising. In this episode, Thomas Shea, Chief Revenue Officer at Doceree, shares his journey into healthcare marketing, highlighting the unique approach of his company in delivering messages to physicians at critical decision-making moments. Doceree's global platform strategically targets physicians utilizing real-time data to ensure message relevance, with a dual focus on supply and demand sides, integrating multiple platforms seamlessly to reach over 2 million physicians globally. While Thomas distinguishes Doceree from similar platforms for its programmatic messaging across healthcare platforms, it remains agile despite challenges like lengthy onboarding processes, and continuously innovating to meet customer needs. He also emphasizes the importance of exploring new partnerships and customizing solutions for clients, encouraging listeners to reach out and discover how the company can enhance its marketing strategies.  Tune in and learn how Doceree is revolutionizing healthcare marketing with precision targeting and real-time messaging! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and follow Thomas Shea on LinkedIn. Discover more about Doceree on their LinkedIn and Website.
June 10, 2024

From Reactive to Proactive: Revolutionizing Patient-Centric Healthcare with Murray Brozinsky, Chief Strategy Officer at Conversa Health (now part of Amwell)

Transforming healthcare begins by putting the patient at the center, focusing on prevention and wellness. In this episode, Murray Brozinsky, Chief Strategy Officer at Conversa Health (now part of Amwell), delves into the integral role of technology in healthcare leadership. He underscores the importance of seamlessly integrating technology to elevate patient engagement and tailor care to individual needs. Murray examines the transformative impact on healthcare providers and payers, fostering collaboration and driving the shift towards value-based care. He also addresses the challenges confronting providers, advocating for strategic investments in technology to address staff shortages and rising costs. The conversation broadens to a global perspective, emphasizing the necessity for a paradigm shift in healthcare thinking. Finally, Murray highlights the paramount importance of trust in healthcare and the nuanced approach required when implementing generative AI. Tune in and learn about the dynamic intersection of technology and healthcare, shaping the future of patient-centered, data-driven, and proactive wellness! Resources: Connect with and follow Murray Brozinsky on LinkedIn. Follow Amwell on LinkedIn and visit their website. Learn more about Coversa Health on their LinkedIn and website.
June 7, 2024

How AI Can Enhance Financial Management for Companies with Daniel Kivatinos, CEO of JustPaid.io

There is a user-friendly, no-code tool that empowers businesses to manage revenue effectively and make informed financial decisions. In this episode, Daniel Kivatinos, CEO of JustPaid.io, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the lessons he learned from his previous venture, DrChrono, emphasizing the importance of understanding that entrepreneurship is a long-term endeavor that requires patience and a realistic mindset. He shares insights into the challenges of scaling a business and the significance of managing finances wisely. Daniel introduces JustPaid.io, a no-code solution that leverages AI to simplify revenue collection for startups and healthcare companies, addressing common pain points in accounting and payment processes. He also stresses the role of AI in revolutionizing industries and highlights the opportunities for businesses to embrace technology for efficiency and growth.  Tune in and learn how AI-powered solutions can propel your business forward in today's competitive landscape! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Daniel Kivatinos on LinkedIn here. Learn more about JustPaid.io on LinkedIn and their website. Book a demo call with JustPaid.io’s team here.
June 7, 2024

A Golden Age is Coming for Dentistry…. if We Can Think Differently, with Dr. Marko Vujicic, Chief Economist and Vice President of the Health Policy Institute at the American Dental Association

How can dental practices adapt to the trend of dropping out of insurance networks while still maintaining financial stability and patient access? In this episode, Marko Vujicic emphasizes the need for patient-centered, transparent dentistry, reimagining dentists as oral health physicians to drive preventive care. He highlights how leveraging technology, addressing insurance reform, and fostering innovative technologies and strategic partnerships are essential steps for creating a more efficient healthcare model and uncovering the potential for dentistry to enter a new "golden age." Stay tuned for a stimulating conversation that promises to reshape your perspective on oral health and the future of dentistry. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Marko Vujicic on LinkedIn. Visit the American Dental Association's LinkedIn and website! Explore the ADA Health Policy Institute website! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
June 6, 2024

AI-Powered Symptom Checker: Your New Healthcare Companion with Kota Kubo, co-founder and co-CEO of Ubie

AI-driven symptom checkers are here, and they offer personalized healthcare guidance for patients. In this episode, Saul Marquez interviews the co-founder and co-CEO of Ubie, Kota Kubo, a healthcare AI company offering AI-based services to patients, providers, and pharmaceutical companies. Ubie's platform serves patients by offering a symptom checker and treatment suggestions, enhances providers' efficiency through automated clinical records and disease recommendations, and facilitates pharmaceutical companies with targeted promotion opportunities and access to patient data. Kota delves into the motivation behind launching Ubie, drawn from personal encounters with healthcare accessibility challenges and the burgeoning AI advancements. He also explains how, with a 2 million user base, Ubie specializes in enhancing disease prediction accuracy, particularly for rare and specialty diseases, using statistical methods, reinforcement learning, and generative AI, offering crucial insights to pharmaceutical marketers on patient engagement. Tune in and learn how Ubie's AI technology is revolutionizing healthcare access and engagement for patients, providers, and pharmaceutical companies alike! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Follow and connect with Kota Kubo on LinkedIn. Learn more about Ubie on their LinkedIn and website.
June 6, 2024

The Doctor’s Agent: Advocating for the Advocates in the Business of Medicine with Ethan Nkana, Principal of the Rocky Mountain Physician Agency

Burnout and lack of autonomy are major issues for doctors, which can be alleviated through better contract terms and support systems. In this episode, Ethan Nkana explains how his unique law and administration background is revolutionizing how doctors approach contract negotiations and career fulfillment. He also shares how his groundbreaking work empowers physicians to prioritize patient care while securing fair compensation and work-life balance in an evolving healthcare landscape. Tune in and understand how Ethan’s work is transforming physician careers by advocating for better contracts, fair pay, and improved working conditions!  Resources: Connect with and follow Ethan Nkana on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about Rocky Mountain Physician Agency on their LinkedIn and website. Visit the Healthcare Data Center website!
June 5, 2024

New Technology Promises Quick Sepsis Detection in Emergency Rooms with Ajay Shah, CEO and co-founder of CytoVale

Sepsis is not an infection; it’s your body's dysregulated response to one. In this episode, Ajay Shah, CEO and co-founder of CytoVale, discusses his company’s groundbreaking technology, IntelliSep, which swiftly identifies patients at risk of sepsis in just eight minutes, as delays can significantly impact patient outcomes. Unlike traditional methods relying on vague symptoms, IntelliSep directly assesses white blood cells, offering a clear, objective diagnosis. Ajay highlights CytoVale's FDA-approved technology as a game-changer in emergency departments, where identifying sepsis quickly is critical, and explains the economic benefits for hospitals, citing significant savings per patient tested. Finally, he addresses the potential use of IntelliSep in urgent care centers, envisioning it as a tool to guide patients to appropriate care settings efficiently. Tune in to learn more about this revolutionary approach to sepsis detection and its potential impact on healthcare outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Ajay Shah on LinkedIn here. Learn more about CytoVale on LinkedIn and their website. Discover more about CytoVale’s IntelliSep here.
June 5, 2024

This is How You Can Make A True Difference In Healthcare with Christopher Kunney, managing partner at IOTECH Consulting and host of the Straight Outta Health IT podcast

Effective leadership in healthcare inspires teams and organizations to pursue meaningful goals and drive impactful change. In this episode, Christopher Kunney, managing partner at IOTECH Consulting and host of the Straight Outta Health IT podcast, shares insights from his personal and professional journeys, including receiving the Changemaker Award from HIMSS for his advocacy work in addressing health equity. He emphasizes the importance of impacting others positively and shares setbacks he's overcome, including battling brain tumors, which shifted his focus towards making a meaningful impact in healthcare. Christopher also highlights the mission of IOTECH Consulting, which focuses on healthcare transformation through IT strategy, leadership, and technology implementation, and also underscores the importance of conscientious capitalism and inspiring others to be the best versions of themselves. He encourages listeners to check out his podcast, which aims to highlight the stories and challenges faced by individuals in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how you can make a difference in healthcare by inspiring others to achieve their potential and turning obstacles to your advantage!  Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Christopher Kunney on LinkedIn here. Learn more about IOTECH Consulting on their website. Listen to Christopher’s podcast, Straight Outta Health IT, here. Email Christopher here.
June 4, 2024

Pioneering Tomorrow’s Healthcare Solutions Through AI with David E. Williams, president of Health Business Group and founder of Atumcell

Cybersecurity remains critical to protecting healthcare data from breaches. In this episode, David E. Williams, president of Health Business Group and founder of Atumcell, delves into his extensive experience in healthcare consulting, particularly focusing on AI and cybersecurity. He highlights the evolution of AI, emphasizing its strategic importance post-ChatGPT's introduction, enabling businesses to explore new opportunities and optimize existing processes. David shares insights on cybersecurity, discussing the vulnerabilities of US hospitals and his venture, Atumcell, which targets private equity firms to manage cybersecurity risks effectively. His consulting firm stands out for its primary data-gathering approach, combining expertise and networks to provide valuable insights to clients, while also reflecting on setbacks and celebrating successes like guiding clients through AI integration and strategic planning. Tune in and learn from David's wealth of knowledge and experiences in healthcare consulting, AI, cybersecurity, and beyond! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow David on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Health Business Group on LinkedIn and their website. Discover more about Atumcell on LinkedIn and their website. Check out Saul’s episode on David’s podcast here. Enjoy more episodes from David’s podcast here. Email David here. Buy Elon Musk’s biography by Walter Isaacson here. 
June 3, 2024

Perspectives on Leveraging Data and AI in Payer and Provider Space with Frank Webster, the Chief Medical Officer of Behavioral Health at Health Care Service Corporation and Amir Azarbad, the Managing Director of 10Pearls

Unlocking the power of AI requires a vigilant mind, recognizing the significance of data limitations. In today's episode, Saul welcomes Frank Webster, the Chief Medical Officer of Behavioral Health at Health Care Service Corporation and Amir Azarbad, the Managing Director of 10Pearls share unique challenges faced by health plans, the impact of AI on payers, and the importance of clean and well-organized data in healthcare. Amir highlights the practical and strategic approach of 10Pearls in providing healthcare solutions, focusing on delivering achievable strategies and tangible results. Frank discusses his motivations in healthcare, specifically in addressing the gaps in the healthcare system, especially in behavioral healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of leveraging clinical data and the challenges faced by large healthcare entities in cooperation and data utilization. Frank and Amir share their perspectives on the role of AI and its limitations in healthcare decision-making.  Tune in to gain valuable insights from Frank and Amir as they offer a unique perspective on the current state and future possibilities of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Amir Azarbad on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow  Frank Webster on LinkedIn. Follow 10Pearls on LinkedIn. Visit the 10Pearls website here. Follow HCSC on LinkedIn.  Visit the HCSC website here.
May 31, 2024

Why Simplifying Healthcare Payments Matters with Brian Cosgray, co-founder and CEO of Elevate

Elevate's goal is to bring modern technology to the traditionally stagnant healthcare sector. In this episode, Brian Cosgray, co-founder and CEO of Elevate, explains how he and his team are revolutionizing the consumer-direct benefits industry. He discusses how Elevate simplifies healthcare payment processes by offering pre-tax benefit accounts like health savings accounts, and how by leveraging technology such as AI and APIs, they streamline claim submissions, reducing processing time to provide real-time reimbursements. Brian shares insights into the company's journey, including the shift from selling directly to employers to partnering with platforms employees already use, like payroll or benefits administration portals. He also emphasizes the importance of simplicity and responsiveness in healthcare transactions and highlights Elevate's role in bringing modern technology to a traditionally stagnant sector.  Tune in and learn how Elevate is transforming the way people access and utilize healthcare benefits! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Brian Cosgray on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Elevate on LinkedIn and their website.
May 31, 2024

Invisible DSO Partnerships and Organic Growth with Chip Fichtner, Co-Founder of Large Practice Sales

The adoption of AI and focusing on specialty practices like orthodontics and sleep dentistry are proving essential for enhancing patient care and optimizing business operations. In this episode, Chip explores how partnerships go beyond financial gains, being customized to align with the culture and values of individual practices, significantly boosting both economic value and patient care. He also describes the recent trends in the recap market, the increased competition in acquiring dental practices, and why young specialists are gravitating towards these partnerships instead of starting their own.  Stay tuned to discover how invisible DSOs are shaping the future of dentistry, fostering growth, and ensuring successful partnerships. Resources: Learn more about Chip Fichtner here. Discover more about Large Practice Sales on LinkedIn. Learn about growing and monetizing your practice with invisible DSOs here. Read Making the most of AI in Dentistry here. Learn about Easing the burden of medical billing when treating OSA in the dental office here. Using oral appliance therapy in treating OSA -  policy changes from the largest healthcare insurer here.
May 30, 2024

Innovative Care Solutions and Implementation with Dr. Shivdev Rao, co-founder and CEO of Abridge

Imagine AI solutions that enable physicians to return home to their families earlier and engage more meaningfully with their patients.  In this episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, co-hosts Dr. Jenny Yu and Saul Marquez interview Dr. Shivdev Rao, co-founder and CEO of Abridge, on how AI technologies are revolutionizing the healthcare industry by enhancing the doctor-patient relationship and streamlining complex workflows. Dr. Rao shares his journey with Abridge, a platform that is reshaping how physicians engage with patients by reducing the clerical workload significantly. He explains how their technology allows healthcare providers to reclaim the human aspect of medical practice, such as eye contact, patient interaction, and tailored care, and how AI technologies, streamline workflows within healthcare systems, providing physicians with more quality time with their patients. Dr. Rao also delves into the future of AI in healthcare, discussing both the excitement around its abilities to improve care and the challenges that lie ahead, particularly in terms of integrating these technologies within existing healthcare infrastructures. Tune in and explore these transformative developments and envision the future of healthcare with AI. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Shivdev Rao on LinkedIn. Follow Abridge on LinkedIn and the website. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
May 30, 2024

Revolutionizing Healthcare Safety with Innovative Solutions with Kevin Paroda, the Global Segment Manager at CenTrak

Staff safety in hospitals is crucial, and innovative solutions are now available to ensure it. In this episode at HIMSS, Kevin Paroda, the Global Segment Manager at CenTrak, highlights the importance of staff duress assistance in hospitals and introduces the Bluetooth Multi-Mode staff badge, designed to discreetly call for help when needed. He explains how this innovation combines Bluetooth technology with additional layers for improved accuracy, catering to various complex use cases such as hand hygiene monitoring and nurse call cancellation. Kevin then delves into the features of the new staff badge, emphasizing its intentional design to prevent accidental triggers and the ability to display battery life. He also encourages hospital leaders to prioritize staff safety by reaching out to CenTrak for solutions tailored to their needs.  Tune in and learn how CenTrak's cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing staff safety in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect with and follow Kevin Paroda on LinkedIn. Learn more about CenTrak on their LinkedIn and website.
May 29, 2024

Revolutionizing Patient Engagement Through AI with Dr. Geeta Nayar, CMO at RadiantGraph

Personalized care is not just a trend but a necessity in today's healthcare landscape. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Dr. Geeta Nayar, also known as Doctor G, Chief Medical Officer at RadiantGraph, discusses the importance of technology, such as AI and telemedicine, in healthcare. RadiantGraph is a healthcare-based AI platform focusing on personalized care and consumer engagement. In this short interview, Geeta emphasizes the crucial role of human connection in delivering effective care and highlights the necessity for healthcare organizations to understand patients' needs and engage with them effectively. She also stresses the significance of keeping the human element at the center of technological advancements, underscoring the potential benefits of aligning healthcare initiatives with patient needs.  Listen to this insightful episode and discover how personalized care not only benefits patients but also offers significant returns on investment. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and learn more about Geetha on LinkedIn and her website. Learn more about RadiantGraph on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Geetha’s book, Dead Wrong, here.
May 28, 2024

Transforming Real-World Data into Patient Outcomes with Sandeep Pawar, the Head of Ecosystem Partnerships at Verana Health

Transitioning from promises to practical implementations is the next phase in AI's role in healthcare. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Sandeep Pawar, the Head of Ecosystem Partnerships at Verana Health, shares his journey from academia to the life sciences space, driven by a desire to accelerate the process of bringing drugs to market and improving patient lives. Verana Health, a digital health company, focuses on transforming real-world data into insights that lead to actionable outcomes, ultimately benefiting patients. Throughout this conversation, Sandeep discusses the importance of staying ahead of technological advancements and networking with experts to better serve their partners and patients. He also emphasizes the role of collaboration between tech giants, healthcare systems, and startups like Verana Health in driving positive change in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how you can stay ahead of the curve by adopting cutting-edge solutions! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and learn more about Sandeep on LinkedIn. Learn more about Verana Health on their LinkedIn and website. Email Sandeep here. 
May 27, 2024

Understanding the Lifelong Benefits of Vision Health with Kate Renwick-Espinosa, President of VSP Vision Care

Improving your eyesight can be life-changing. By scheduling an eye exam, you can take an early step towards managing prediabetes and addressing other healthcare issues. In this episode, Kate Renwick-Espinosa, President of VSP Vision Care, explores the critical role of vision care in the healthcare ecosystem, emphasizing its impact on people's lives. Kate explains how eyesight, often overlooked, serves as a secret weapon in healthcare, enabling the early detection of over 270 health conditions. She highlights all the unique ways VSP adds value to health systems and patients, highlighting the importance of comprehensive care. Kate also emphasizes the potential of eye care to lower healthcare costs for employers and patients through early detection, ultimately improving overall health and productivity. Finally, she emphasizes the need for employers to view benefits holistically, supporting whole-body health for their employees. Tune in and discover the transformative power of vision care in enhancing overall health and well-being! Resources: Connect with and follow Kate Renwick-Espinosa on LinkedIn. Follow SVP Vision Care on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 24, 2024

Unveiling AI’s Role in Early Detection of Alzheimer’s Disease with Brittany Cassin CEO and co-founder of DigiCARE Realized

AI can play a crucial role in the early detection of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Brittany Cassin, CEO and co-founder of DigiCARE Realized, emphasizes the importance of responsible AI implementation and meaningful application to close care gaps and improve patient outcomes. DigiCARE Realized focuses on AI-powered early detection of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia, aiming to address health disparities, especially in communities of color. Brittany shares a personal story about her co-founder, Dr. Boustani, whose family was impacted by dementia, motivating him to develop innovative solutions. She discusses the higher prevalence of dementia in communities of color and the need for equitable healthcare solutions and encourages listeners to share their lived experiences and collaborate to advance brain health initiatives.  Tune in and learn how you can make a difference in addressing dementia and promoting equitable healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and learn more about Brittany on LinkedIn. Learn more about DigiCARE Realized on their LinkedIn and website.
May 24, 2024

Simplifying Regionalization in Global Trials with Sam Clark, Senior Director of Vendor Management and Procurement at Clinical Ink, and Sudhir Reddy, Esper’s CTO

Esper's platform plays a crucial role in ensuring device security, compliance, and seamless updates, contributing to maintaining trial integrity and patient safety. In this episode, Sam Clark, Senior Director of Vendor Management and Procurement at Clinical Ink, and Sudhir Reddy, Esper's CTO, talk about the intersection of healthcare, technology, and device management. Sam discusses Clinical Ink’s mission to improve clinical trials through technology and patient-centered research, highlighting the challenges of managing devices across 50 countries and multiple languages, emphasizing the need for tailored processes and secure solutions. Together, Sam and Sudhir explore the evolving role of devices in clinical trials, emphasizing Esper's platform's role in ensuring security, compliance, and updates for maintaining trial integrity and patient safety. They also underscore how the partnership between Clinical Ink and Esper reflects a commitment to innovation and problem-solving, with a vision for future automation and efficiency in clinical trial processes.  Tune in and learn how these collaborations are shaping the future of healthcare device management! Resources:  Find out more about the Esper thought leadership series here. Connect with and follow Sam Clark on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Sudhir Reddy on LinkedIn and his blogs here. Discover more about Clinical Ink on their LinkedIn and website. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.
May 23, 2024

Transforming Pediatric Dentistry: A Wellness Approach for Kids’ Smiles with Dr. Jonathan Norris, co-owner of Montshire Pediatric Dentistry in New Hampshire

Consent, education, and patient autonomy are the fundamental principles of ethical dental practice. In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Norris, co-owner of Montshire Pediatric Dentistry in New Hampshire, discusses the future of pediatric dentistry, advocating for a preventive wellness model to combat dental diseases. He highlights the importance of prevention, education, and patient empowerment, while also championing the adoption of new technologies to improve accessibility and efficiency in dental care. Tune in and learn how you can contribute to a brighter, healthier future in dentistry! Resources: Learn more about Jonathan here. Discover more about Montshire Pediatric Dentistry here. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
May 23, 2024

The Importance of Human Interaction in Healthcare Innovation with Josh Schneck, President and Founder of Snow Communications

Human interaction still holds great value in the digital age of healthcare innovation. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Josh Schneck, president and founder of Snow Communications, shares insights into public relations and marketing in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of telling real stories with real benefits rather than simply focusing on buzzwords like AI. He highlights the value of human interaction and learning from others at events like HIMSS. Josh emphasizes two key tips. First, having a clear and unique message that is relevant and differentiated in the market; and second, understanding the PR process and how to effectively reach out to editors and publications with fresh and compelling content. Tune in and learn how to craft compelling narratives and navigate the world of healthcare PR and marketing to make a meaningful impact! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Joshua Schneck on LinkedIn. Learn more about Snow Communications on their LinkedIn and website. Call Josh at +1 (612) 709 8500.
May 23, 2024

Navigating the Future of Life Sciences: Insights from an Industry Leader with Dr. Arda Ural, EY Partner and Americas Market Leader for Life Sciences and Healthcare

Adapting to change and staying informed is essential for success in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. In this episode, Dr. Arda Ural shares his expertise on the industry's evolving landscape, drawing from over 30 years of experience spanning Pfizer, biotech, and consulting. He provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in life sciences, discussing the impact of macroeconomic trends, geopolitical shifts, and the transformative potential of AI, while also sharing key lessons learned and how to make a meaningful impact in this vital industry. Tune in and learn how these dynamic forces are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Arda Ural on LinkedIn.  Learn more about EY on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations here.
May 22, 2024

Solving Healthcare’s Identity Crisis with Clay Ritchey, the CEO of Verato

Reliable patient identity is essential for avoiding duplicate tests and procedures in healthcare. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Clay Ritchey, the CEO of Verato, explains how Verato specializes in identity solutions for healthcare, ensuring accurate patient information across the care continuum. He highlights the repercussions of identity errors, such as redundant tests and inaccurate risk assessments, emphasizing the crucial role of reliable data in AI-driven healthcare. At HIMSS, he observes a growing awareness of the importance of data quality for successful AI implementation, signaling a shift towards prioritizing identity management. Clay stresses the need for healthcare to harness the full potential of digital transformation by first getting identity right and invites listeners to engage with Verato, underscoring the importance of collaboration in driving healthcare innovation. Tune in and learn how prioritizing identity management can pave the way for more effective AI-driven healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and learn more about Clay Ritchey on LinkedIn. Learn more about Verato on their LinkedIn and website. Call Clay at (919) 995-3656.
May 21, 2024

The Power of Consumer Focus in Healthcare Innovation with Joseph O’Brien, Head of Sales for LG Digital Health

HIMSS conferences provide invaluable insights and shape the future direction of healthcare initiatives. In this episode, Joseph O'Brien, Head of Sales for LG Digital Health, explains how his company aims to improve patient experience and address care gaps by leveraging its presence in healthcare facilities, particularly through inpatient room TVs. He highlights the importance of HIMSS in shaping their focus and strategy, emphasizing the increasing relevance of "hospital at home" care models, as LG Health plans to extend its solutions to the home setting, aligning with evolving regulations and the desires of aging populations. Despite LG's consumer-oriented reputation, Joe underscores that they prioritize patient-centered approaches to enhance healthcare experiences, especially during transitions from hospital to home. He also encourages healthcare systems to explore partnerships for tailored solutions in AI, interoperability, and home-based care.  Tune in to become an active member in shaping the future of healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Joseph O’Brien on LinkedIn here. Learn more about LG Digital Health on their website.
May 21, 2024

A Practical Guide to Incorporating AI in Pharma with Anne Heatherington, R&D Chief Data and Technology Officer at Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Achieving success in digitalizing drug development involves combining knowledge of regulations, a strong foundation in science, and a dedication to innovation. In this episode, Anne Heatherington, R&D Chief Data and Technology Officer at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, delves into Takeda's unique position as a digital biopharmaceutical company and its commitment to values. Takeda, a global biopharmaceutical company, stands out for its patient-centric approach, focusing on patient trust, reputation, and business in decision-making. Dr. Heatherington discusses the incorporation of innovative digital technologies like AI, data lakes, and wearables into the company’s operations. She emphasizes the importance of solving real-world problems with AI rather than just following the hype, highlighting the need for a thoughtful approach considering data privacy, consent, and ethical considerations. Anne also explores Takeda's collaboration with MIT, addressing business problems and developing solutions for neurological diseases like frontotemporal dementia. Finally, she concludes with insights into the skills and competencies required for success in the digital transformation of drug development, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and resilience. Tune in and learn about Takeda's groundbreaking approach to digital transformation in healthcare, leveraging technology to enhance patient outcomes and streamline drug development processes! Resources: Connect with and follow Anne Heatherington on LinkedIn. Follow Takeda on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 17, 2024

Unlocking the Power of Predictive Analytics in Healthcare with Dr. Paulo Pinho, the Chief Medical and Strategy Officer at Discern Health

Predictive analytics can identify and prevent high-cost, high-impact healthcare events. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Dr. Paulo Pinho, the Chief Medical and Strategy Officer at Discern Health, discusses his team’s role in predicting and preventing complicated medical events like frailty, congestive heart failure, and fall risk. He emphasizes the importance of explainable predictive models and their impact on various stakeholders in healthcare, including patients, caregivers, payers, and providers. He delves into how Discern Health integrates into clinical workflows by providing insights to intervene before patients experience declines in health. Paulo also highlights their focus on Medicare Advantage populations, aiming to improve care management strategies and reduce hospitalizations and readmissions, and the collaborative nature of healthcare innovation, emphasizing patient-centered solutions and the need for technology to alleviate provider burnout.  Tune in and learn how predictive analytics are shaping the future of healthcare to better serve high-risk populations while maintaining a patient-centric approach! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and learn more about Paulo on LinkedIn. Learn more about Discern Health on their LinkedIn, X, and website.
May 17, 2024

Bringing Innovation to Oral Health Initiatives with Kyle Guerin, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Henry Schein

Pivotal advancements in dental practices, from early detection to non-invasive treatments, pave the way for leaps in oral-systemic health. In this episode, Kyle Guerin delves into Henry Schein's commitment to health equity initiatives and its authentic culture, lauding CEO Stanley Bergman for fostering innovation. He also discusses efforts to improve oral healthcare for individuals with special needs and expresses optimism about future oral-systemic health initiatives, highlighting the importance of technology and collaboration. Stay tuned as Kyle shares his vision for advancing oral-systemic health initiatives and harnessing the power of technology and collaboration for positive change! Resources: Learn more about Kyle Guerin here. Learn more about Henry Schein on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to David Kochman’s episode here. Watch the Activated Patient talk here. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
May 16, 2024

The Impact of AI and Digital-First Care on Cost and Outcomes with Aniq Rahman, founder and CEO of Fabric

The pandemic made telemedicine essential, turning it into a key aspect of healthcare delivery for a seamless healthcare experience. In this episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, co-hosts Dr. Jenny Yu and Saul Marquez interview Aniq Rahman, founder and CEO of Fabric, who brings his deep expertise in engineering and entrepreneurship to discuss how AI is reshaping healthcare delivery. Aniq explores the significant changes in telemedicine since the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of AI in improving healthcare workflows, and how technology can drive down costs while enhancing patient and provider experiences. He also highlights the challenges and opportunities in implementing AI within existing healthcare systems and the potential impact on health equity.  Stay tuned as Aniq unpacks these topics and envisions the future of healthcare with a tech-driven approach. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Aniq Rahman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Fabric on LinkedIn and their website. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
May 16, 2024

Harnessing Technology to Build the Care Journey of the Future with Haley Bolton, Corporate Director of Patient Access Support Services at Emory Healthcare

The future of healthcare lies in personalized, proactive care models driven by innovative solutions that prioritize patient needs and preferences. In this episode, Haley Bolton discusses patients' struggles with navigating healthcare systems, emphasizing the importance of patient-centered approaches and leveraging technology for self-service options while maintaining personal connections. She also discusses how AI helps streamline processes like sorting patient symptoms and setting appointments, showing Emory Healthcare's commitment to improving health fairness and investing in data and analytics for better decision-making and personalized care. Tune in and learn how innovative solutions are transforming healthcare delivery to better serve patients' needs! Resources: Connect and follow Haley Bolton on LinkedIn. Follow Emory Healthcare on LinkedIn. Discover the Emory Healthcare Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
May 16, 2024

Practical Steps to Safeguard Hospital Data Revealed with Erik Littlejohn, president and CEO of CloudWave

It's essential to implement technologies and develop policies to reduce cybersecurity risks. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Erik Littlejohn, president and CEO of CloudWave, highlights the challenges hospitals face in attracting and retaining talent and emphasizes the need for trusted partners like CloudWave. The company provides IT solutions to hospitals, specializing in managed IT, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity, offering services ranging from advisory to managed cybersecurity solutions. Throughout this interview, Erik stresses the importance of starting with an honest assessment of a hospital's cybersecurity posture and developing a roadmap for mitigation. He also advises hospitals not to be paralyzed by fear but to take small, manageable steps toward improving their cybersecurity.  Tune in and learn how CloudWave helps hospitals navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity threats, providing tailored solutions and guidance to mitigate risks effectively! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and learn more about Erik Littlejohn on LinkedIn. Learn more about CloudWave on their LinkedIn and website.
May 15, 2024

Making Healthcare Appointments Hassle-Free with Ed Kenney, Vice President of Business Development at Relatient

Appointment scheduling in healthcare is more than just finding a time; it's about matching patients with the right providers. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Ed Kenney, Vice President of Business Development at Relatient, discusses his company’s efforts on ambulatory care physicians and their specialty-focused scheduling platform. Relatient recently won the Best in KLAS award for patient self-scheduling, recognizing their dedication to improving patient experiences in healthcare by ensuring accurate patient scheduling and maximizing physician utilization. Ed highlights the importance of matching patients with the right providers to minimize cancellations and optimize appointment times and explains how their platform differs from simpler scheduling tools like Calendly, emphasizing the importance of tailored scheduling for healthcare needs. Attending HIMSS, he is seeking strategic partnerships to enhance Relatient's offerings, whether through reseller agreements, integrations, or mergers.  Tune in and learn how Relatient's innovative approach to scheduling can benefit your healthcare organization and improve patient care! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect and learn more about Ed on LinkedIn. Learn more about Relatient on their LinkedIn and website.
May 14, 2024

Clarify Health’s Award-Winning Payer Solutions Revolutionizing Healthcare Analytics with Dr. Neechi Mosha, the Senior Vice President of Growth, and John Barzydlo, the Vice President of Customer Success at Clarify

Clarify Health's access to extensive claims data offers boundless possibilities for insights, patient care, and market understanding. In this episode, Dr. Neechi Mosha, the Senior Vice President of Growth, and John Barzydlo, the Vice President of Customer Success, share some exciting updates and insights about Clarify Health's recent accomplishments. Throughout this interview, they discuss how the organization's mission is driving improvements in healthcare and the impact of their new claims data partner, which will provide one of the largest claims datasets in the country. Neechi and John also talk about the upcoming developments in the healthcare space, including the implementation of standardized templates for price transparency information by CMS. Tune in to learn more about how Clarify Health is making strides in providing valuable insights to the healthcare ecosystem.  Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Dr. Neechi Mosha on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow John Barzydlo on LinkedIn. Visit the Clarify Health Solutions on LinkedIn and its Website.
May 13, 2024

The Role of Digital Health In Elevating Patient Experience with Dr. Byron Crowe, Chief Medical Officer at Solera Health

The next decade is a tremendous learning opportunity for those invested in digital health solutions. In this episode, Dr. Byron Crowe, Chief Medical Officer at Solera Health, shares his journey inspired by a desire to improve health systems at scale. Byron emphasizes the need to rethink chronic health conditions, affecting six out of ten US adults, highlighting the transformative potential of Solera Health’s HALO platform. The platform facilitates quicker access to tailored solutions and measures outcomes for clinically important improvements. Byron urges listeners to expand their ideas of what's possible with digital health, emphasizing the upcoming decade as a learning opportunity for those invested in innovative solutions. Tune in and learn how Solera Health, under Dr. Byron Crowe's guidance, is shaping the future of healthcare with integrated patient-centric digital health solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Byron Crowe on LinkedIn. Follow Solera Health on LinkedIn. Visit the Solera Health website here. Get a copy of The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande here.
May 10, 2024

A Game-Changer for Heart Health with Dr. David Albert, Chief Medical Officer and founder of AliveCor

Direct communication between patients and cardiologists through smartphone technology has revolutionized heart health monitoring. In this episode at ACC.24, Dr. David Albert, Chief Medical Officer and founder of AliveCor, shares the journey of his company revolutionizing cardiology with innovative technology reaching over 250 million ECGs from 5 million individuals across 40 countries in 15 years. AliveCor's devices empower consumers with FDA-cleared medical products, allowing them to personally monitor their heart health anytime, anywhere, fulfilling the need for direct patient-cardiologist communication through smartphone and wireless technology. He discusses the pivotal role of AI in healthcare when augmenting medical professionals' capabilities amidst a shortage of cardiologists, and enhancing patient engagement and compliance. Dr. Albert also urges listeners to prioritize their health, utilize tools like AliveCor's Kardia brand for proactive heart monitoring, and engage with healthcare professionals regularly.  Join Dr. David Albert as he dives into AliveCor's journey, the future of AI in heart health, and the importance of proactive monitoring for everyone! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with David Albert on LinkedIn. Learn more about AliveCor on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about AliveCor's Kardia brand on their website.
May 9, 2024

The Power of Prevention: Colgate’s Insights into Oral Health Economics with Dr. Maria Ryan, Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive

Education about oral health is essential, as some individuals are unaware that cavities constitute a disease. In this episode, Dr. Maria Ryan, Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, discusses the innovative approaches Colgate takes to oral health, like the use of arginine as a new tool alongside fluoride for reducing caries risk. She explores integrating oral health with overall healthcare, highlighting economic benefits, promoting collaboration between medical and dental professionals, and stressing the importance of educating both professionals and the public on oral-systemic health connections.  Tune in and learn how oral health is not just about brushing teeth but can impact overall well-being and quality of life! Resources: Learn more about Maria Ryan here. Learn more about Colgate-Palmolive on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Colage’s Know Your OQ program here. Check out the Think Oral Health website for more episodes!
May 9, 2024

Cybersecurity and Innovation: A Delicate Dance in Healthcare with Janice Reese, Director of Strategic Partnerships at NetworkPDF Cloud

There is a paradigm of controlling the electronic health record and allowing people to make appropriate changes. In this thought-provoking episode, Janice Reese delves into the challenges of connecting data and systems, the impact of cybersecurity on innovation, and the potential of cloud technology and AI in shaping the future of healthcare delivery. She shares insights on healthcare innovation, emphasizing data security, and discussing industry news, standards, and strategies for a proactive, preventative, and value-based care system. Join the discussion and learn how to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare innovation while maintaining a strong focus on data security! Resources: Connect with and follow Janice Reese on LinkedIn.  Email Janice directly here.
May 8, 2024

The Heart is Where the Tech is with Filip Peters, CEO and founder of Acorai

Acorai is revolutionizing heart failure management with a pioneering non-invasive device, overcoming the challenges of inadequate monitoring tools. In this episode, Filip Peters, CEO and founder of Acorai, shares transformative insights on navigating the complexities of medical device development, particularly in heart failure management. He explains how Acorai specializes in a groundbreaking, non-invasive heart failure monitoring device aiming to revolutionize patient care. Having transitioned from a career in finance and machine learning to healthcare technology, Filip brings a unique perspective on the complexities of healthcare innovation. He shares his journey through the trials of product development and regulatory navigation in the MedTech space, as well as insights into overcoming the challenges of rapid company growth and keeping focus amidst potential distractions.  Join this episode to learn from Filip Peters about the intricacies of bringing transformative medical technology to market. Resources:  Find out more about the Esper thought leadership series here. Connect with and follow Filip Peters on LinkedIn. Learn more about Acorai on LinkedIn and the website. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.
May 8, 2024

Keys to Successful AI Adoption with Jeffrey Sullivan, Chief Technology Officer at Consensus Cloud Solutions

Moving from excitement to adoption, AI is now about solving real-world problems. In this episode, Jeffrey Sullivan, Chief Technology Officer at Consensus Cloud Solutions, discusses his 25 years of experience in technology and regulated industries, highlighting Consensus Cloud Solutions' focus on secure data exchange in regulated sectors like healthcare. Attending HIMSS, Jeff notes the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) from excitement to adoption, emphasizing its application in solving real-world problems and improving patient outcomes, stressing the importance of understanding AI's potential. Moreover, he introduces DirectTrust's initiative for creating ANSI standards for interoperable, secure cloud faxing in healthcare, likening it to the impact of the Direct Secure Messaging protocol on email in healthcare. Jeff also urges participation in this consensus-building process to advance standards and improve faxing practices in the industry. Tune in to the full episode for insightful discussions on technology adoption in healthcare and opportunities for industry involvement! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Jeff on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Consensus Cloud Solutions on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about the Interoperable Secure Cloud Fax by Direct Trust here.
May 7, 2024

Empowering Healthcare Transformation Through AI Insights with Joe Moscola, Executive Vice President of Enterprise System Operations at Northwell Health

AI offers the promise of democratizing data and insights, but caution is needed to ensure quality and patient safety. In this episode, Joe Moscola, Executive Vice President of Enterprise System Operations at Northwell Health, discusses the significant digital transformation Northwell is undergoing, focusing on patient-centered care and personalized experiences. Joe emphasizes leveraging technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency, underscoring various applications of AI in healthcare, from imaging for secondary findings to addressing maternal mortality disparities. He explains how Northwell prioritizes patient data security when implementing AI tech, focusing on Cloud solutions and cautious data usage, and also addresses interoperability challenges by prioritizing enterprise-grade solutions and overhauling their intake process. In this conversation, Joe also emphasizes the importance of prioritizing AI initiatives aligned with organizational goals while maintaining control over the influx of new technologies.  Listen to this insightful interview and learn more about Northwell's innovative approach to healthcare transformation! Resources:  Connect with and follow Joe on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Northwell Health on LinkedIn and their website.
May 4, 2024

How Technology is Revolutionizing Healthcare Purchases with Caroline Pearson, the Executive Director at Peterson Health Technology Institute

Technology should be part of the solution, driving better outcomes and greater efficiency in healthcare. In this episode, Caroline Pearson, the Executive Director at Peterson Health Technology Institute, discusses the importance of raising the bar for digital health purchasing. Caroline explains how PHTI engages with stakeholders, including health plans, employers, providers, and clinical advisors, to ensure their evaluations are comprehensive and beneficial. She also emphasizes the need for innovation in technology adoption, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of strong evidence supporting digital health solutions. Finally, Caroline urges the industry to evolve its approach to digital health, emphasizing the necessity for robust evidence to drive the next generation of healthcare delivery. Tune in and learn how PHTI is cutting through the noise and championing evidence-backed digital health solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Caroline Pearson on LinkedIn. Follow Peterson Healthcare Technology Institute on LinkedIn and visit their website.
May 3, 2024

Preventing Muscle Loss: A Breakthrough in Obesity Treatment with Dr. Rami Bailony, co-founder and CEO of Enara Health

AI technology is aiding in early disease detection and patient engagement, making it a game-changer in healthcare. In this episode at ACC.24, Dr. Rami Bailony, co-founder and CEO of Enara Health, discusses the importance of comprehensive care in managing chronic diseases like obesity, emphasizing how the company's platform integrates virtual obesity management into primary and cardiology care. He also highlights Enara’s partnership with InBody to personalize patient programs, reducing muscle loss and optimizing outcomes, especially for those on GLP-1 medications. Dr. Bailony shares insights from ACC.24 as well, emphasizing the need for holistic care models and the potential of AI in cardiac care, from early disease detection to patient engagement and cost reduction. Tune in and learn how comprehensive care and technology are transforming cardiac care for the better! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Rami Bailony on LinkedIn. Learn more about Enara Health on their LinkedIn and website.
May 3, 2024

Generative AI in the Face of Health Misinformation: A Friend or Foe as a Tool for Public Health Communications with Dr. Geeta Nayyar

Misinformation in health decisions can have life-threatening consequences, underscoring the critical importance of accuracy in guiding life-changing choices. In the third episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, hosts Dr. Jenny Yu and Saul Marquez interview Dr. Geeta Nayyar, author of Dead Wrong, about how misinformation affects public health and the steps leaders can take to combat it. Dr. G highlights the urgency of addressing misinformation, especially in the context of a post-pandemic world where mistrust in healthcare establishments remains high. Throughout the conversation, she sheds light on the urgency of addressing these challenges through better communication strategies and technology. From leveraging AI and social media for good to acknowledging the historical mistrust in healthcare, Dr. G offers a profound insight into how technology and human insight must align to improve health communication and regain public trust.  Tune in, navigate the complexities of health misinformation, and discover actionable strategies for healthcare leaders and consumers alike to foster a more informed public. Resources:  Connect with and follow Dr. Geeta Nayyar on LinkedIn and her website. Watch the entire interview here.  Learn more about the book Dead Wrong here. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
May 2, 2024

Saving Lives and Costs: The Tele911 Approach to Triage and Treatment with Ramon Lizardo, CEO of Tele911

By focusing on repeatable, monetizable, and scalable growth, Tele911 has saved over 50% on health plans. In this episode, Ramon Lizardo, CEO of Tele911, sheds light on their groundbreaking initiative, connecting patients with emergency physicians swiftly via 911 calls, aiming to triage patients effectively, especially those seeking dental care, to reduce unnecessary ER visits and reshape healthcare delivery. He also underscores the importance of insurers understanding the impact of dental issues on value-based care, and advocates for preventative measures to curb costly ER visits.  Tune in and learn how Tele911 is bridging the gap between emergency medicine and preventative care while urging stakeholders to collaborate for a healthier future! Resources: Learn more about Ramon here. Learn more about Tele911 on their LinkedIn and website. Contact Ramon via email here. Read Mariya Filipova’s Forbes article, Oral Health is the Missing Piece, here!
May 2, 2024

Building Sustainable Home-Based Care Models with Dr. Gregory Goodman Medical Director at Maribel Health

Leveraging technology to optimize workflows and scale home-based care efficiently is crucial for success in modern healthcare. In this episode, Dr. Gregory Goodman Medical Director at Maribel Health, delves into the transformative impact of home-based care in the healthcare ecosystem. He and his team at Maribel Health, focus on making the home the center of healthcare, offering expertise and tools to large healthcare organizations to deliver exceptional care at home. Throughout this interview, Greg discusses the strategic partnership approach Maribel takes, emphasizing long-term commitment and sustainability. He also highlights the importance of technology in optimizing workflows, scaling home-based care efficiently, and building deep connections with patients and families in their home environment. Tune in and learn how home-centered care is revolutionizing healthcare delivery! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Gregory on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Maribel Health on LinkedIn and their website. Subscribe to Greg’s podcast here.
May 1, 2024

Simplifying Holistic Chronic Care Management with Dr. Arti Masturzo, the Chief Medical Officer at CCS

Remembering that healthcare is a privilege and approaching it with a heart makes our community healthier. In this episode, Dr. Arti Masturzo, the Chief Medical Officer at CCS, shares insights into her journey in healthcare, the innovative work being done at CCS, and the impact of value-based care transformation. She discusses the unique services offered by CCS, emphasizing the company's approach to healthcare provider support, personalized patient education, and addressing social determinants of health. Arti also delves into the company's evolution and the importance of continuously adding value to the healthcare ecosystem. Moreover, she reflects on the impact of AI and the privilege of contributing to better healthcare outcomes.  Tune in to gain insightful perspectives on healthcare innovation from Dr. Arti's wealth of experience in the industry. Resources: Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Arti on LinkedIn. Follow CCS on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 30, 2024

Ensuring Data Security in Healthcare Technologies with Matt Lentine, Skip Vish, and Mark Hardin, healthcare leaders from Upland Software

Even with AI-generated content, human review is crucial for accuracy. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Saul Marquez interviews Matt Lentine, Skip Vish, and Mark Hardin, healthcare leaders from Upland Software, who highlight the significance of AI and machine learning in healthcare solutions. They discuss healthcare automation with Qvidian (proposals), gen-AI content management, and secure faxing (InterFAX), emphasizing their integration into their company’s offerings. Security emerges as a critical concern throughout the conversation, with the team stressing the importance of secure implementation and data protection measures. Mark, Skip, and Matt also underscore how timely access to relevant information improves workflow efficiency and draw attention to how healthcare technology solutions must comply with strict privacy regulations. Tune in to learn more about how Upland Software to hear how Upland Software is leveraging AI and automation to revolutionize healthcare workflows! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Matt Lentine on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Skip Vish on LinkedIn.  Connect with and follow Mark Hardin on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Upland Software on their LinkedIn and website.
April 29, 2024

Simplifying Healthcare: A Unified Platform for Members with Owen Tripp, Co-founder of Included Health

Healthcare needs innovation to ensure personalized and accessible care for everyone. In this episode, Owen Tripp, Co-founder of Included Health, shares his journey from Silicon Valley to founding Included Health, driven by a passion for leveraging technology to transform healthcare. Owen’s and his team’s mission is to provide seamless virtual care services and navigation. He emphasizes the need for a member-focused approach in healthcare, where the platform simplifies access to personalized care, breaking away from fragmented systems. Owen delves into the challenges employers and health plans face in delivering integrated care experiences and highlights the importance of sustainability in healthcare innovation. Finally, Owen encourages healthcare leaders to persist in their efforts, emphasizing the significance of doing everything at scale. Tune in and learn how healthcare leaders like Owen are revolutionizing healthcare with a simple, unified experience that prioritizes individual well-being over administrative hurdles! Resources: Connect with and follow Owen Tripp on LinkedIn. Follow Included Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 26, 2024

Military Health Insurance Helps a Veteran Get Their Life Back with Dr. Matthew Bennett and Todd Davies

Thanks to ReActiv8, a retired soldier's debilitating back injury transformed into a chance to pursue his dreams. In this episode, Saul Marquez unpacks two incredible stories with orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Matthew Bennett and the life-changing experience of his patient, Todd Davies. First, he interviews Dr. Bennett on ReActiv8 and the significant role it plays in his clinical algorithm. He shares the prevalence and complexity of back pain, his methodology for diagnosing and addressing multifidus muscle issues, and the remarkable success stories of patients reclaiming their lives. Saul also talks to Todd, a retired US Army infantryman whose life was overturned by a debilitating back injury overseas. With the help of ReActiv8 and the support of military health insurance, he underwent a journey from intense agony to newfound strength. Now, holding his children and dreaming of starting his own business are realities for him. Prepare to be moved by these tales of triumph over pain, resilience, and the incredible potential of restorative medicine for severe lower back pain. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Matthew Bennett on LinkedIn.  Learn how ReActiv8 has relieved low back pain for individuals here.  Read about the Mainstay’s ReActiv8 program here. 
April 26, 2024

Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Oral Health with Dr. Martin Alexander Gershon, Managing Partner and CIO of Endeavor Life Sciences Venture Funds and Venture Studio

Focus on innovation that addresses high-demand and high-liquidity channels for greater impact. In this episode, Dr. Martin Gershon delves into the importance of investing in oral health, especially in its early stages, highlighting the challenges faced by investors and the need for a thematically constrained approach to success. He emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and a focus on innovation that integrates into larger systemic problems and advocates for innovation in the oral and systemic health medicine field to create effective wellness approaches for patients.  Tune in and learn how you can contribute to bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry for better healthcare outcomes! Resources: Learn more about Martin Alexander Gershon here. Learn more about Endeavor on their LinkedIn and visit their website!
April 25, 2024

Focusing on Aging Populations to Improve Transitions of Care with Kurt N. Martin, Senior Director of Operations for MedStar Health – Geriatrics and Senior Services

In older adult care, every moment is precious, and every detail counts. In this episode, Kurt Martin brings a wealth of knowledge and a heartfelt commitment to improving care systems for older adults. By fostering an integrative care model that transcends traditional healthcare settings and emphasizing the value of interdisciplinary teams, Kurt highlights how one can optimize precious minutes of patient-care-provider interaction, resulting in noticeable decreases in hospital and emergency room utilization among his patients. Settle in and gain insights into the profound impact of tailored, comprehensive care strategies in enhancing the lives of older adults in our communities. Resources: Connect and follow Kurt Martin on LinkedIn. Follow MedStar Health on LinkedIn. Discover the MedStar Health Website!  About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
April 25, 2024

Advocating for Change: A Pharmacist’s Journey to Improve Maternal Health with Dr. Danielle R. Plummer

Embracing technology and fostering community support is key to revolutionizing patient care and meeting future healthcare demands. Join us for a powerful and personal journey with Dr. Danielle Plummer as she discusses how she turned her personal struggles into a mission to empower women worldwide. Through her innovative blog-turned-consulting business, she provides personalized medication guidance to support women navigating the complexities of pregnancy. Danielle also delves into the gaps she has identified in the healthcare system and her determination to drive positive change through her advocacy efforts.  Join us as we explore how one pharmacist's journey, shaped by her own challenges, is making a difference in the lives of women everywhere. Resources: Connect with and follow Danielle Plummer on LinkedIn and the website. Check out Danielle’s blog and podcast.
April 24, 2024

Thwarting Threats in Healthtech Hardware with Sudhir Reddy, Chief Technology Officer at Esper

How does Esper’s approach to device management in healthcare stand out from other solutions in the industry? In this episode, Sudhir Reddy, Chief Technology Officer at Esper, dives into an insightful discussion about the vital role of device management in healthcare, the significance of maintaining security and compliance, and how Esper's innovative solutions are automating and revolutionizing device fleets, no matter the scale. He unearths how Esper's platform ensures every device stays in its desired state, providing an insurance policy against the vulnerabilities that plague our digital age. Sudhir touches on the challenges IT managers face with growing device numbers and how Esper's system manages exceptions, allowing teams to act smarter, not harder. As AI reshapes healthcare, he shares his thoughts on the hype versus the reality of AI's transformative power, and he reveals how Esper is facilitating smaller companies to push the boundaries of innovation. So plug in your earbuds and get ready for a deep dive into the intersection of healthcare, technology, and innovation. Resources:  Find out more about the Esper thought leadership series here. Connect with and follow Sudhir Reddy on LinkedIn and his blogs here. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.
April 24, 2024

Human Development Makes a Difference In Healthcare with Stephen Beeson, founder of Practicing Excellence

Asynchronous care powered by AI can revolutionize access and streamline care delivery. In this episode, Stephen Beeson, founder of Practicing Excellence, shares his journey from practicing family medicine to realizing the importance of coaching clinicians to enhance patient experiences. He discusses the significant impact of human development on clinician engagement and patient outcomes, citing examples from his own experience at Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group. Steve delves into the challenges facing the healthcare industry, including physician burnout and the need for innovative care delivery models, and emphasizes the role of technology, particularly AI, in revolutionizing healthcare, highlighting the potential of asynchronous care to improve access and reduce care variance. Despite the hurdles in growing his business, he remains committed to empowering healthcare teams and transforming organizational culture.  Tune in and discover how human development strategies can revolutionize healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Stephen on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Practicing Excellence on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Stephen’s previous interview on the podcast here. Buy Stephen’s book, Practicing Excellence, here.
April 23, 2024

Leveraging Technology to Simplify the Business of Healthcare with Rajeev Ronanki, the CEO of Lyric

Imagine a platform in healthcare that connects consumers and care providers digitally, ultimately improving outcomes and reducing inefficiencies. In today’s episode, Rajeev Ronanki, the CEO of Lyric, shares his vision for the future of healthcare at his company focusing on utilizing AI, blockchain, and machine learning to simplify the business of healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of creating a platform in healthcare that connects consumers and care providers digitally, ultimately leading to a more seamless and efficient healthcare experience for all stakeholders. Rajeev also discusses the concept of payment integrity and how it extends beyond serving health plan clients to impacting providers, employers, and consumers. He delves into the potential for technology to minimize the noise and friction in healthcare transactions, allowing stakeholders to focus on improving health outcomes and creating a delightful experience for consumers.  Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn more about Rajeev and Lyric's impactful initiatives. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Rajeev Ronanki on LinkedIn and Twitter. Learn more about Lyric on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Rajeev’s previous episode on the Outcomes Rocket here.
April 22, 2024

Uncovering Early Cancer Detection with Stephen Hahn, Chief Executive Officer at Harbinger Health

A mission to protect, maintain, and improve people's health BEFORE they get sick.  In this episode, Stephen Hahn, Chief Executive Officer at Harbinger Health, discusses the groundbreaking work being done at Harbinger, aiming at early disease detection and their commitment to making healthcare more accessible to all. Steve discusses the challenges and possibilities of early cancer detection using blood tests and the technological advancements being made to tackle these challenges. He explains how Harbinger's technology works and its potential impact on patients and physicians. Steve emphasizes the importance of addressing access issues in healthcare, particularly in relation to cancer screening and the economic benefits of early detection.  Dr. Hahn's compelling vision for a healthier future and his call to action to build trust make this episode an essential listen for everyone passionate about healthcare innovation and accessibility. Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Hahn on LinkedIn. Follow Harbinger Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 19, 2024

Addressing Social Determinants Before They Become Chronic Issues with Marty Elisco, co-founder and CEO of Augintel

Technology bridges social services with healthcare to address crucial social determinants effectively. In this episode, Marty Elisco, co-founder and CEO of Augintel, shares his journey from telecommunications to healthcare, emphasizing the pivotal role of technology in addressing social issues. Augintel's NLP software mines narrative data to pinpoint factors like food insecurity, housing instability, and transportation barriers, empowering clinicians to deliver tailored care. Throughout this conversation, Marty not only explains its value proposition but also its impact on risk stratification and revenue optimization in value-based care models. He also underscores challenges like AI mistrust, organizational reluctance to address social determinants, and the importance of transitioning to value-based care and leveraging technology to address social determinants effectively. Marty also encourages listeners to explore how NLP can enhance their organization's approach to healthcare.  Tune in and learn how Augintel is transforming healthcare delivery by bridging the gap between social services and traditional healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Marty on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Augintel on LinkedIn and their website.
April 19, 2024

Unleashing AI’s Potential: Transforming Healthcare for the Future with Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Virtua Health

In the second episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, hosts Dr. Jenny Yu, Chief Health Officer at Healthline Media, and Saul Marquez, healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Outcomes Rocket, explore how AI is expected to enhance healthcare by providing deeper insights, improving patient experiences, and increasing operational efficiency, all while working alongside human expertise. Their esteemed guest, Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Virtua Health, delves into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare, sharing insights on its current use, challenges, and the promising future it holds for care delivery. He talks about the mindful approach to AI integration at Virtua, emphasizing the distinction between automation and AI as well as the importance of leveraging the latter for meaningful opportunities in healthcare. Dr. Kapoor also highlights the need to differentiate the roles of humans and machines in setting and rewriting rules to ensure patient safety and the effective use of AI tools. From patient data security to addressing interoperability challenges, he provides valuable perspectives on AI adoption throughout the healthcare industry.  Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the promise of AI and digital transformation in driving healthcare forward! Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Tarun Kapoor on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Virtua Health on LinkedIn and their website. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
April 18, 2024

The art of the exit: how to build patient-centric companies and deliver superior returns…consistently, with Dai Feng, Co-Founder and Managing Director of CareCapital

Investors have a prime opportunity for growth and strategic, long-term involvement in oral health investment. In this episode, Dai Feng, Managing Director at CareCapital, shares his keen insights on the significance of exit strategies and the alignment of investor and founder visions in healthcare ventures. He touches on dental technology investing, highlighting stability, growth opportunities, and the importance of understanding customer needs for successful product development. Tune in as Dai delves into oral health investments, uncovers potential unicorns in dental services, and explores why healthcare administrative solutions could be the next big thing! Resources: Connect with and follow Dai Feng on LinkedIn.  Learn more about CareCapital on LinkedIn and their website.
April 18, 2024

Personalized Support for Medication Adherence with Sebastian Seiguer, CEO and co-founder of Scene Health

Medication adherence is not just about getting medication into people's hands, it's about ensuring they take it correctly. In this episode, Sebastian Seiguer, CEO and co-founder of Scene Health, shares his journey from starting a coffee chain in Munich to transitioning into healthcare due to a desire for more meaningful work inspired by his family's medical background. He explains how Scene Health employs video technology and a care team to ensure patients take their medications correctly, initially targeting tuberculosis and addiction medications and now expanding to conditions like asthma, diabetes, and hypertension, showing positive outcomes and cost savings. Sebastian emphasizes the importance of focusing on health outcomes rather than just adherence metrics, highlighting the need for immediate results in healthcare. He also discusses the untapped potential of medication adherence as a daily opportunity for patient engagement and improved chronic condition management.  Tune in and learn how innovative solutions like Scene Health are revolutionizing medication adherence and improving healthcare outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Sebastian on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Scene Health on LinkedIn and their website. Learn more about the documentary featuring Paul Farmer here. Contact Scene Health’s team via email at info@Scene.health.
April 17, 2024

Transformative Innovations in Healthcare Revenue Management with Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO of AKASA

33% of physicians say that a prior auth has led to a serious adverse event for a patient in their care. In this episode, Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO of AKASA, shares insights into revolutionizing healthcare revenue cycles with AI solutions. He highlights the challenges of revenue cycle management and the impact of prior authorizations on patient care. AKASA's gen-AI assistants streamline processes, making staff more efficient and reducing adverse events due to authorization delays. Throughout this interview, Malinka emphasizes the transformative power of gen-AI in healthcare, urging action amid workforce shortages.  Tune in and learn how healthcare revenue cycles are being transformed through the power of generative AI solutions!  Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Malinka Walaliyadde on LinkedIn here. Learn more about AKASA on their LinkedIn and website. Email Malinka directly here.
April 16, 2024

The Future of Healthcare: Collaboration Over Competition with Srinivas Velamoor, President and Chief Operating Officer for Corporate Strategy at NextGen Healthcare

Healthy Co-opetition in healthcare drives innovation and solves industry challenges effectively. In this episode, Srinivas Velamoor, President and Chief Operating Officer for Corporate Strategy at NextGen Healthcare, delves into the significance of what he calls healthy Co-opetition in the industry, exemplified by the recent DOJ antitrust investigation into United Healthcare. He discusses the implementation of AI in clinical documentation, highlighting both its potential and real-world challenges. Sri also explores how AI can revolutionize care delivery by streamlining processes such as note-taking and decision support for physicians. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of placing the patient at the center of care and describes innovative solutions like a comprehensive digital front door for a seamless patient experience. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of healthcare technology and how collaborative efforts can drive positive change! Resources:  Connect with and follow Srinivas on LinkedIn here. Learn more about NextGen Healthcare on LinkedIn and their website.
April 15, 2024

Accelerating Change in Mental Health with Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt.Health and Roshni Koli, Chief Medical Officer Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute

How important is the role of social determinants of health in the context of mental healthcare, particularly for children and adolescents? In this episode, Saul interviews Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt.Health and Roshni Koli, Chief Medical Officer Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, share their personal journeys and insights into the future of mental healthcare, shedding light on the crucial role of social determinants of health, the impact of data in mental healthcare delivery, and the need for policy changes to drive equitable access and early intervention. Malekeh Amini and Dr. Roshni Kohli emphasized the importance of understanding an individual's environment, recognizing that factors such as trauma, family support, and childhood experiences greatly influence mental health symptoms and treatment outcomes. Both guests highlight the need for comprehensive data collection and analytics in mental health, emphasizing the role of technology and AI as tools to empower clinicians and provide better, more informed care for patients. Dr. Roshni Kohli and Malekeh Amini underscore policymakers' need to focus on standardization, consistency, and equitable access to mental healthcare.  Tune in for a compelling and insightful discussion that offers practical advice and calls to action in mental healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Malekeh on LinkedIn. Follow Trayt on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Roshni on LinkedIn. Follow Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 12, 2024

From A Near Life-Ending Accident To Competing In Ironman with Grant Archard, an Australian Army veteran

Sometimes, the most challenging aspect of an injury is not the physical pain but the mental anguish it brings. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Grant Archard, an Australian Army veteran, to share his inspiring journey with Mainstay Medical's ReActiv8 therapy. Grant's military career shifted in 2005 when a parachuting accident caused severe back injuries, leading to persistent pain that affected his daily life. Despite trying various treatments, including radiofrequency injections, only temporary relief was found until he discovered the ReActiv8 implant, a less invasive option focusing on muscle repair. Emphasizing the mental and physical challenges of chronic pain, Grant encourages others to persevere in seeking effective treatments, sharing his transformative experience of not only managing pain but also reclaiming an active lifestyle, including completing an Ironman competition. Tune in to learn about Grant's remarkable journey, the impact of ReActiv8 therapy, and the crucial role mental health plays in overcoming chronic pain! Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Learn more about Grant and his life-changing story in this article. Discover more about Mainstay Medical on their LinkedIn and website. Read about the Mainstay’s ReActiv8 program here.
April 12, 2024

AI and Beyond: Lessons in Choosing the Right Digital Health Tools with Mark Townsend, Chief Clinical Innovation Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health

Technology can either improve the patient care journey or make it horribly worse. In this episode, Mark Townsend discusses his journey from cardiologist to healthcare innovator, emphasizing the need for tools in patient care, leveraging technology for improvements like sepsis management and conversational AI for dementia care. He highlights EHR limitations, advocating for third-party development to enhance capabilities, and underscores innovation's role in empowering providers and containing costs through AI and streamlined workflows. Tune in and learn how advancements in technology are reshaping the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect and follow Mark Townsend on LinkedIn. Follow Bon Secours Mercy Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Bon Secours Mercy Health Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
April 11, 2024

Real-World Solutions for Clinical Data Challenges in Healthcare with Latif Khalil, CEO, and Nagesh (Dragon) Bashyam, CTO, of InteropX

AI hype is high, but real use cases need exploration for practical applications. In this episode, Saul Marquez interviews Latif Khalil, CEO, and Nagesh (Dragon) Bashyam, CTO, of InteropX at HIMSS 2024, where they aim to connect with customers face-to-face and stay updated on healthcare technology trends. InteropX, founded in 2016, specializes in creating virtual data pipelines between payers and providers, ensuring up-to-date and usable clinical data for value-based care. Latif has extensive experience in technology and company management while Dragon is a technical expert in healthcare standards and regulations, and throughout this conversation, they emphasize the importance of focusing on business operations while letting technology experts handle data integration and maintenance. They also discuss the growing acceptance of healthcare standards alongside the ongoing exploration of practical applications amidst the persistent AI hype. Tune in and learn how InteropX can streamline data management for improved healthcare outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Latif Khalil on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Nagesh Bashyam on LinkedIn. Learn more about InteropX on their LinkedIn and website. Email Latif here.
April 11, 2024

The Future of Medicine: How AI is Reshaping the Healthcare Landscape

There is an urgent need to balance tech innovation with robust healthcare policies and patient-centric ethical considerations. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Harvey Castro as he shares his vision for a future where AI and human expertise work hand in hand to deliver exceptional patient care and improve health outcomes. He shares his vision for a future where AI and human expertise work hand in hand to deliver exceptional patient care and improve health outcomes. Tune in and uncover why embracing AI is not just a choice but a necessity for the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Harvey Castro on LinkedIn. Visit Harvey Castro’s website! Follow Helpp.ai on LinkedIn and explore their website! Discover Harvey’s books here.
April 10, 2024

Taking the Guesswork out of Device Management in Neurorehabilitation with Rowan Armstrong, the CEO of Bioliberty

Revolutionizing stroke rehabilitation through transformative soft robotics technology empowers patients and contributes to the cutting edge of healthcare and innovation. In this episode, Rowan Armstrong, the CEO of Bioliberty, shares his incredible journey in engineering and entrepreneurship and how it led to the development of innovative stroke rehabilitation technology. He introduces and explains the unique features of their product, Lifeglove, and the workings of the virtual therapy environment. Throughout this conversation, Rowan discusses how Bioliberty's technology differs from existing solutions in the market by focusing on seamless integration into clinical workflows, prioritizing user experience, and utilizing soft robotics to make the technology more comfortable and approachable for patients. He also highlights the importance of partnerships and engaging with stroke rehabilitation clinics in the US to further develop and validate their technology. Tune into this episode as Rowan provides insights, advice, and a glimpse into the future of healthcare technology! Resources:  Find out more about the Esper thought leadership series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Rowan Armstrong on LinkedIn. Follow Bioliberty’s LinkedIn and website. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.
April 10, 2024

Unlocking Clinical Data to Drive Smarter, More Affordable Healthcare with Dan Wilson, founder and CEO of Moxe Health

In order to ensure a fair and accessible future, it's imperative to cut down on healthcare expenses. In this episode, Dan Wilson, founder and CEO of Moxe Health, discusses how their team unlocks the power of clinical data to drive payment and operations. He shares how Moxe is making it easier to share data and insights, which ultimately drives down costs and improves care. Throughout this conversation, Dan unravels Moxe's mission to forge interoperability in healthcare tech, streamline payer-provider relationships, and, most importantly, drive affordability for all. His unique approach sidesteps the typical jargon of software talk and zeroes in on solving real-world problems with human empathy and innovative technology.  Get ready to understand how Moxe is not just a software platform but a beacon for collaboration and efficiency in the complex world of healthcare. Resources:  Find out more about the KLAS thought leadership series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Dan Wilson on LinkedIn. Follow Moxe Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Moxe Health Website.
April 9, 2024

How AI is Easing Clinician Burnout with Matt Troup, Clinical Director at Abridge

Documentation burden and burnout among clinicians are significant challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. In this episode, Saul interviews Matt Troup, Clinical Director at Abridge. They start the recording virtually and then run into each other at HIMSS for a two-part interview that concludes with insights and updates from Abridge at the HIMSS show floor. Discusses the impact of generative AI in healthcare, highlighting as well the challenges clinicians face with documentation burden and burnout exacerbated ever since the COVID-19 pandemic. He explains how Abridge aims to alleviate this burden by using AI to streamline clinical documentation, saving clinicians time and allowing them to focus on patient care. Matt emphasizes the importance of trust and clinician adoption, noting Abridge's rigorous verification process and real-time optimization capabilities. He envisions a future where AI not only improves documentation efficiency but also aids in revenue cycle management and identifies biomarkers for clinician and patient wellness.  Tune in to learn how Abridge is revolutionizing healthcare documentation and supporting clinician well-being! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Matt on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Abridge on LinkedIn and their website.
April 8, 2024

Your Health Insurer Doesn’t Want You To Listen To This: Interview with Curative CEO & Co-founder Fred Turner

While many insurance plans include preventive care, Curative’s distinctive feature is providing 100% coverage for all in-network care to actively promote prevention. In this episode, Fred Turner, co-founder and CEO of Curative, shares insights into the dire need for transformation in employer-sponsored health insurance, addressing the issues faced by both employees and employers. He discusses the company's unique model that focuses on providing preventative care with zero out-of-pocket costs for members during the first 120 days. Fred also emphasizes the importance of simplifying the healthcare system and highlights the positive impact Curative's approach has on both employees and employers. Fred sheds light on the skepticism and reluctance of employers to adopt new health plans but emphasizes the significant impact experienced by those who embraced Curative's approach.  Tune in to learn more about the inspiring work Fred and his team are doing to revolutionize healthcare and improve access to quality care. Resources: Connect with and follow Fred Turner on LinkedIn. Follow Curative on LinkedIn and visit their website.
April 5, 2024

Building a Better Future: Collective Efforts in Healthcare Improvement with Steven Low, President of KLAS Research, and Boyd Stewart, VP of Payer-Provider Collaboration at KLAS

Cybersecurity breaches in healthcare demand industry-wide support and collaboration. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Steven Low, President of KLAS Research, and Boyd Stewart, VP of Payer-Provider Collaboration at KLAS, reflect on the recent Best in KLAS event, which celebrated excellence in healthcare with a record-breaking turnout of over 700 attendees. Boyd highlights the importance of measuring payer-provider collaborations, emphasizing the need to focus on success stories rather than just challenges. Steve discusses the impact of recent cybersecurity breaches in healthcare, stressing the need for collaboration and support within the industry. The conversation touches on the evolving role of AI in healthcare solutions, with a shift towards tangible outcomes and real applications, and encourages listeners to take an active role in their healthcare, ask thought-provoking questions, and stay informed about industry developments. Tune in and learn how collaboration, cybersecurity, and AI are shaping the future of healthcare, and discover how you can make a difference in improving healthcare outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Steven Low on LinkedIn here. Follow and connect with Boyd Stewart on LinkedIn here. Learn more about KLAS Research on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Steve’s previous interview on the podcast here. Find out more about Best in KLAS Rankings here.
April 5, 2024

AI & Ambient Intelligence: Fueling the Smart Hospital Revolution with Bruce Brandes, the President of care.ai

Join us for the inaugural episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast, where we unveil the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Led by Dr. Jenny Yu, Chief Health Officer at Healthline Media, and Saul Marquez, healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Outcomes Rocket, this series aims to demystify AI's impact on healthcare. In this episode, Bruce Brandes, the President of care.ai, explores the topic of ambient intelligence and its potential to transform healthcare delivery in hospitals. He shares insights into the current challenges in healthcare and how ambient intelligence can make a significant impact in addressing workforce shortages, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing patient outcomes. Bruce also explores specific use cases and success stories of implementing this technology, as well as addressing concerns around AI and privacy in healthcare.  Tune in to this thought-provoking discussion on the future of AI in healthcare with a focus on how it can revolutionize care delivery. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Bruce Brandes on LinkedIn. Learn more about care.ai on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Bruce’s previous episode on the Outcomes Rocket here. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.
April 4, 2024

Empathy and Collaboration in Healthcare To Lead Change with Sara Hurley, Former Chief Dental Officer of NHS England

Empathetic and collaborative leadership is essential for driving transformative change in healthcare systems. In this episode, Sara Hurley, former Chief Dental Officer of NHS England, discusses the vital integration of dental care across various systems and models, emphasizing the need for innovative ideas to strengthen the mouth-body connection and addressing systemic health issues. She also advocates for empathetic and collaborative approaches to drive transformative change in oral health, underscoring the long-term benefits of prevention and wellness initiatives. Tune in and learn the significance of empathy, collaboration, and innovative thinking in advancing oral health and healthcare systems overall! Resources: Connect with and follow Sara Hurley on LinkedIn.  Learn more about NHS England on LinkedIn and their website. Discover more about the Glo Good Foundation x Let Love Rule event here!
April 4, 2024

Building Trust in Healthcare Data Through Transparency with Kevin Field, President of Clearsense

Transparency in data handling builds trust, which is essential for healthcare decision-making. In this fascinating episode, Kevin Field, President of Clearsense, discusses the importance of data maturity and how Clearsense helps organizations organize and utilize their data effectively. He highlights the significance of trust in healthcare data and explains how Clearsense ensures data security and compliance through HITRUST certification and SOC2 compliance. Throughout the interview, Kevin emphasizes the practical steps organizations can take to become data-driven, such as starting small and prioritizing data governance. He also addresses common challenges faced by organizations in leveraging their data and stresses the value of data in driving cost reductions, efficiency improvements, and better insights in healthcare.  Tune in and learn how to harness the power of data to transform healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect with and follow Kevin Field on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Clearsense on LinkedIn and their website. Contact Kevin via email here.
April 3, 2024

Leveraging Partnerships in Healthcare Transformation with Jake Shepherd, president at BUILT Global, and Zack Tisch, Senior Vice President of Healthcare at Pivot Point Consulting

Every healthcare leader should collaborate with like-minded people to drive transformation in the industry while leveraging industry-leading expertise and preferred partnerships. In this episode at HIMSS 2024, Jake Shepherd, president at BUILT Global, and Zack Tisch, Senior Vice President of Healthcare at Pivot Point Consulting, discuss the partnership between their companies to collaborate to offer digital solutions in healthcare, aiding clients in strategy, engineering, and innovation. They both highlight the importance of leveraging existing technologies and partnerships to drive impactful change in healthcare. Jake and Zack share insights from HIMSS, noting a renewed energy and emphasis on taking action and sharing outcomes. They express excitement about accelerating outcomes and embracing a product mindset to enhance the patient experience and advocate for collaboration, learning from peers, and taking calculated risks to drive effective change in healthcare. Tune in and learn how to leverage existing resources, collaborate effectively, and drive meaningful change in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Zack Tisch on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Pivot Point Consulting on LinkedIn and their website. Connect with and follow Jake Sheperd on LinkedIn here. Learn more about BUILT Global on LinkedIn and their website.
April 1, 2024

The Heart of Pharma: Building Connections for Effective Marketing with Craig Douglass, Chief Growth Officer at Digitas Health

Marketing can play a huge role in improving health outcomes. In this episode, Craig Douglass, Chief Growth Officer at Digitas Health, discusses his focus on integrating creativity, media, and technology in healthcare communications. He highlights the opportunity to use marketing for good, emphasizing the positive impact of engaged healthcare consumers on outcomes. Craig delves into the challenges pharmaceutical brands face, highlighting the need for responsiveness and overcoming fragmentation. He also urges pharmaceutical marketers to focus on making connections within their marketing systems.  Tune in and learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare marketing to drive better outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Craig Douglass on LinkedIn. Follow Digitas Health on LinkedIn. Visit Digitas Health on their Website.
March 29, 2024

New Healthcare Cybersecurity Plan Revealed with Erik Decker, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Intermountain Health

Cybersecurity in healthcare is evolving, requiring a new level of resilience. In this episode, Erik Decker, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Intermountain Health, shares insights from the Cybersecurity Forum and discusses the recently launched strategic plan for healthcare cybersecurity. Developed over 20 months with industry experts, the plan aims to address critical industry challenges by 2029, identifying key healthcare trends, including emerging technologies and financial distress, and outlining ten high-level goals and twelve objectives. Erik emphasizes the need for collaboration between organizations, industry groups like the Health Sector Coordinating Council, and government agencies to achieve cybersecurity resilience. With the healthcare ecosystem's interconnected nature, he also stresses the importance of collective action in securing critical infrastructure.  Tune in to learn more about the strategic plan and how you can contribute to healthcare cybersecurity! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Erik on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Intermountain Health on LinkedIn and their website. Learn more about and support the Health Industry Cybersecurity- Strategic Plan here.
March 29, 2024

Eliminating Adult Acne from the Inside Out: A Functional Medicine Approach with Leigh Brandon, Functional Medicine Practitioner

Addressing the root causes of acne through diet and lifestyle modifications promotes overall skin health.  In this episode, Leigh Brandon, a seasoned practitioner of functional medicine specializing in treating chronic acne, delves into his personal journey of overcoming acne through holistic approaches. He emphasizes the importance of diet, lifestyle modifications, and understanding the root causes of skin issues to tackle acne and skin conditions. Join us and discover how addressing internal imbalances through diet and lifestyle changes can lead to clearer skin and improved overall health! Resources: Connect with and follow Leigh Brandon on LinkedIn. Learn more about Leigh’s transformative methods here! Buy Leigh’s book, Eliminating Adult Acne for Good, here.
March 27, 2024

Navigating the Healthcare Device Conundrum with Yadhu Gopalan, co-founder and CEO of Esper

Esper's platform plays a pivotal role in facilitating rapid device deployment and seamless software updates across various industry use cases, including healthcare. In this first episode of the Tech Rx series, Yadhu Gopalan, co-founder and CEO of Esper, talks about the transformation of healthcare through innovative device management solutions and sheds light on how Esper's innovative platform is revolutionizing the way devices are deployed and updated, especially in the burgeoning sector of home healthcare. He discusses the emerging use cases in healthcare, from remote patient care to clinical trial management. In this conversation with host Saul Marquez, Yadhu delves into the strategic moves businesses should consider, like choosing the right hardware partner and understanding the true cost of ownership. He also explains how Esper helps navigate the complexities of device provisioning, software updates, and tackling hardware failures. Tune in and discover how modern tech solutions like Esper pave the way for a more robust, connected, and efficient future. Resources:  To find out more about the Esper thought leadership series, click here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Yadhu on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.
March 27, 2024

The Benefits of Cloud-Based Solutions with Joseph Hernandez, the Vice President of Channel Sales at BluIP

AI-driven virtual agents are revolutionizing call centers by handling mundane inquiries, freeing up staff for more personalized patient interactions. In this episode, Joseph Hernandez, the Vice President of Channel Sales at BluIP, highlights the exciting opportunity of healthcare technology advancements that will improve population health and enhance the patient experience. Specializing in AI and virtual agents for healthcare, BluIP underscores the importance of digital transformation, emphasizing the necessity for automation and sophisticated technologies to manage vast data and improve care quality. Throughout this conversation, Joe discusses exciting technological innovations like AI-driven virtual agents and ambient recording, which facilitate efficient patient care and physician workflows by reducing administrative burdens. He explains how BluIP's efforts focus on making healthcare technology accessible and equitable, particularly for underserved communities, by providing affordable solutions and fostering partnerships. Tune in and discover how BluIP is revolutionizing healthcare technology for better patient outcomes! Resources:  Connect with and follow Joe on LinkedIn here. Learn more about BluIP on LinkedIn and their website.
March 25, 2024

The Future of Patient-Centric Care: Insights from the Healthcare Technology Frontier with Geoff McCleary, VP of Global Connected Health Lead at Capgemini

Are you thinking about the user experience? And if you are, kudos to you. If you're not, it's time. In this episode, Geoff McCleary, VP of Global Connected Health Lead at Capgemini, delves into the intersection of innovation and connected medtech devices in the healthcare industry. Drawing on his personal experience with his son's type 1 diabetes diagnosis, Geoff emphasizes the transformative power of technology in healthcare. He discusses the challenges of balancing innovation with strategic focus, highlighting the need for a well-defined approach. Geoff sheds light on the potential of connected medtech devices to revolutionize patient care, citing examples of improved outcomes and alternative value models. The conversation underscores the importance of user experience, with Geoff offering insights into how Capgemini navigates the complex landscape of patient-centric solutions.  Tune in and learn about the crucial role of innovation in shaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Geoff on LinkedIn. Follow Capgemini on LinkedIn. Visit the Capgemini website here.
March 22, 2024

Personalized Medicine at Your Fingertips with Dr. Rob Fraser, Chief Scientific Officer, President, and co-founder of Molecular YOU Corporation

Digital transformation in healthcare empowers patients to become active participants in their health journey. In this episode, Dr. Rob Fraser, Chief Scientific Officer, President, and co-founder of Molecular YOU Corporation, discusses the transformative potential of digital health in patient engagement and empowerment. He explains how Molecular YOU specializes in personalized medicine, analyzing over 250 blood markers to assess disease risk and provide early interventions. Throughout this conversation, Rob highlights the role of dynamic factors, such as lifestyle and environment, in shaping health outcomes, along with the significance of wearable monitoring devices. He also shares compelling examples of Molecular YOU's impact, including early detection of conditions like Alzheimer's and autism, as well as life-saving interventions, like identifying pancreatic cancer in its early stages.  Tune in to the full episode for insights into the future of personalized medicine and proactive health management! Resources:  Connect with and follow Rob Fraser on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Molecular YOU on LinkedIn and their website.
March 22, 2024

Prioritizing Preventative Dental Care for Better Patient Outcomes with Bryan Carey and Dr. Jane Whang

Optimizing care while centering it around the patient allows for innovation without compromising quality. In this episode, Bryan Carey and Jane Whang spotlight the innovative assisted hygiene model of Benevis, where dental assistants support hygienists, ensuring efficient care delivery to millions in 120 underserved areas. Bryan emphasizes the integration of oral care with overall health, drawing from experiences in the emergency room business to underscore the role of information sharing in improving outcomes, while Jane advocates for educating individuals, particularly children, on the significance of oral health, promoting collaborative efforts among public health teams, businesses, and foundations such as Glo Good. Tune in and learn how collaborative efforts can shape a healthier future for children and families! Resources: Connect with and follow Bryan Carey on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Benevis on their LinkedIn and website. Connect with and follow Jane Whang on LinkedIn.  Discover more about the Glo Good Foundation here.
March 21, 2024

Advancing Patient-Centered Cardiac Care with Ian Koons, Co-Founder and CEO of Karoo Health

A hybrid delivery model in cardiovascular care can drive better patient outcomes by bridging the gap between traditional and value-based approaches. In this episode, Ian Koons discusses the gaps in traditional cardiovascular care, emphasizing the need for a hybrid delivery model to improve patient outcomes, and highlights the challenges cardiologists face in transitioning to value-based care. Tune in to learn more about how Karoo Health is revolutionizing cardiovascular care delivery and making a difference in patients' lives! Resources: Connect and follow Ian Koons on LinkedIn. Follow Karoo Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Karoo Health Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
March 21, 2024

Mobile Devices in Healthcare To Bridge Security Concerns with Scott Hondros, Vice President of Services, Commercialization, and Strategy at CenTrak

Continuous innovation is key to staying relevant and effective in the ever-evolving healthcare industry. In this episode, Scott Hondros, Vice President of Services, Commercialization, and Strategy at CenTrak, narrates his journey into healthcare, inspired by his wife's complex pregnancy, which led him to appreciate the various roles within hospitals. CenTrak aims to enhance efficiency in healthcare settings by providing software, hardware, and services to automate processes and improve patient care, and in this interview, Scott explains how they focus on room-level locating technology, catering to patient, clinician, and device tracking needs. He highlights how their solutions address challenges like staff safety and equipment maintenance, aiming to alleviate operational burdens and improve patient outcomes. Scott also emphasizes continuous innovation and the use of technologies like AI and mobile devices to enhance operational and clinical efficiencies, urging listeners to engage with frontline staff for better solution alignment. Tune in and learn how CenTrak is revolutionizing healthcare operations for the better! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Scott on LinkedIn here. Learn more about CenTrak on LinkedIn and their website.
March 18, 2024

Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI in Healthcare with Kaveh Safavi, the Senior Managing Director of Global Health at Accenture

Generative AI has tremendous potential to address workforce challenges in healthcare. In this episode, Kaveh Safavi, the Senior Managing Director of Global Health at Accenture, delves into the importance of leveraging technology, specifically generative AI, to transform the future of healthcare and alleviate the current workforce challenges. Kaveh discusses the potential of generative AI in healthcare, highlighting its ability to support and augment various language-based tasks, leading to enhanced productivity and efficiency. He also cautions healthcare organizations about the responsible use of this technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding its limitations and ensuring the protection of patient privacy. Tune in as the demand for accessible and timely healthcare continues to rise. This episode provides valuable insights into how generative AI can revolutionize the industry and address some pressing challenges we face today. Resources: Connect with and follow Kaveh Safavi on LinkedIn. Follow Accenture on LinkedIn. Visit the Accenture website here.
March 15, 2024

Long-term Favorable Outcomes with Restorative Neurostimulation, Regardless of Age with Simon Thomson, founder of Pain and Neuromodulation Consulting Ltd

A groundbreaking restorative neurostimulation therapy for chronic mechanical low back pain is addressing its root cause and providing significant relief. In this episode, Simon Thomson, founder of Pain and Neuromodulation Consulting Ltd, shares insights on the groundbreaking work he's doing for chronic mechanical low back pain. He explains how ReActiv8 involves a restorative neurostimulation mechanism of action to address multifidus dysfunction caused by overloaded soft tissues, muscles, bones, and joints, aiming to restore muscle function gradually over time. Dr. Thomson emphasizes the therapy's success in both older and younger patient cohorts and highlights its advantages over traditional palliative back pain management methods. He also discusses the results of post-market clinical studies, which show similar benefits for both younger and older patient populations and a positive long-term impact.  This episode is a must-listen for all those seeking effective alternative solutions for chronic mechanical low-back pain who might benefit from the transformative potential of ReActiv8 therapy. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Simon Thomson on LinkedIn and X. Visit Simon Thomson’s website and email him here. Listen to a previous Outcomes Rocket episode about ReActiv8 here. Read Simon Thomson’s insightful paper on restorative neurostimulation for chronic mechanical low back pain here.
March 15, 2024

Healing Through Innovation: The Chris Jones Story, CEO of MatchRite Care

With regulatory changes, patients now possess control over their medical records, and MatchRite Care's app enables them to share their health data, shaping the future of healthcare. In this episode, Chris Jones, the CEO of MatchRite Care, discusses how MatchRite Care is transforming the healthcare landscape and the evolution of medical records management, highlighting the significance of patient empowerment and engagement. Chris opens up about the hurdles of aligning a customer-centric vision with investor expectations, especially given their commitment to self-funding.  Join Jim and Chris as they discuss key healthcare opportunities and challenges, the impact of patient-centric data on AI, and the need for secure, interoperable platforms. Resources: Connect with and follow Chris on LinkedIn. Discover more about MatchRite on Linkedin and the website.
March 13, 2024

How to Avoid the “Blame Game” Between Medtech Sales and Marketing with Danielle D’Amico, Regional Manager at Stryker

In an atmosphere of transparency and collaboration between sales and marketing teams, alignment of efforts towards common objectives is fostered. In this episode, Danielle D'Amico, Regional Manager at Stryker, shares valuable insights on the importance of collaboration between sales and marketing. Throughout the interview, she emphasizes the significance of understanding both sales and marketing, highlighting that marketing provides a broad perspective of the industry, while sales offers depth and intimacy with customers in the trenches. Danielle debunks the misconception of friction between the two functions and stresses the importance of trust, communication, and a shared commitment to common goals in fostering a collaborative culture. She also discusses the critical role of data integrity in building trust and credibility between sales and marketing teams. Tune in as Danielle provides practical advice for creating a collaborative culture and leveraging data to drive faster growth. Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Danielle D'Amico on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Stryker on LinkedIn.  Learn about the demo with AcuityMD.
March 13, 2024

A Revolutionary Framework for Smart Care Technology with Steve Lieber, an Independent Consultant

Getting involved allows individuals to shape the future of healthcare and contribute to the development of smart care facilities. In this episode, Steve Lieber, an Independent Consultant, discusses the exciting development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, which aims to bring order to the adoption of smart care technologies in healthcare facilities. Drawing on his past involvement in developing the EMR Adoption Model, Steve emphasizes the need for a structured approach to measuring the adoption of smart technologies in healthcare, similar to the EMRAM model. He stresses the importance of considering various dimensions, including clinical care, efficiency, human factors, environmental factors, and processes, highlighting the involvement of key stakeholders, including healthcare executives, CHIME, and other organizations, in shaping the model. Steve explains how the model will provide actionable insights to participating facilities, helping them identify opportunities for improvement and benchmark their progress, and discusses the progression framework of the model, which ranges from basic point solutions to more advanced platforms integrating smart technologies. Tune in and learn how you can contribute to the advancement of smart care facilities today! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Steve Lieber on LinkedIn here. Listen to Steve’s previous interview on the podcast here. 
March 11, 2024

Exploring Partnerships in Healthcare with Judith Kulich, Managing Principal – Patient Health & Equity and Americas West Region at ZS

Engaging in partnerships can lead to much more profound and widespread change. In this episode, Judith Kulich, Managing Principal - Patient Health & Equity and Americas West Region at ZS, shares valuable insights and perspectives on the topic of health equity partnerships in the healthcare industry. Judith delves into the expanding focus of healthcare organizations to address broader drivers of health beyond genetics and medical care and how they adapt to address social determinants of health. She discusses the importance of partnerships in tackling health equity, providing examples of successful collaborations between healthcare organizations, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders. The conversation also delves into the challenges and key strategies for forging effective health equity partnerships, along with the essential elements to ensure the success and replicability of these partnerships. Throughout the interview, Judith emphasizes the importance of collaboration and the collective effort required to drive change in health equity. Stay tuned as we uncover the thoughtful approach to health equity and the innovative strategies shaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Judith Kulich on LinkedIn. Follow ZS on LinkedIn. Visit the ZS website here.
March 8, 2024

Educating Clinicians on AI Use in Healthcare with Reena Sooch, partner at Day One Strategy, and Arti Pullins, President and Chief Health Officer at QuestionPro

Clinicians need a clear understanding and guidance on how to effectively use AI in their daily practice. In this episode, Saul Marquez hosts a lively discussion with Reena Sooch, partner at Day One Strategy, and Arti Pullins, President and Chief Health Officer at QuestionPro, on the ClinicAI Companions Report, which delves into the landscape of generative AI in healthcare to explore its adoption, usage, and challenges faced by clinicians. Reena and Arti highlight key findings, revealing that while there's significant awareness of generative AI among clinicians, there's a considerable gap in understanding and utilization. They explain how the report also uncovers concerns around trust, training, and policy implementation among clinicians, signaling the need for thoughtful integration and education. Arti and Reena urge innovators in the space to leverage insights from the report and tailor their solutions to the specific needs of healthcare providers, emphasizing the importance of solving real problems and ensuring clarity in technology applications to drive meaningful change in healthcare. Tune in and learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in healthcare to drive better outcomes for patients and providers alike! Resources:  Connect with and follow Reena on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Day One Strategy on LinkedIn and their website. Connect with and follow Arti on LinkedIn here. Learn more about QuestionPro on LinkedIn and their website. Read more about the ClinicAI Companions Report here. Listen to Reena’s previous interview on the podcast here.
March 8, 2024

The DSO Wave: Transformative Trends in Dentistry with Brian Colao, Director of Dykema’s Dental Service Organizations Group

The rise of Dental Service Organizations is propelled by dentistry's recession and pandemic resilience. In this episode, Brian Colao talks about the trends and dynamics within the DSO industry and its attractiveness to non-dentist investors. He explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence on dentistry, discusses DSOs' influence on technology adoption, predicts ongoing industry growth and consolidation, addresses challenges for individual dentists, and offers advice on structuring practices for future transactions. Tune into this conversation for insights into the evolving landscape of dental practices and the role of DSOs in shaping the industry! Resources: Connect with and follow Brian Colao on LinkedIn. Follow the Dykema on LinkedIn. Visit the Dykema Website! Learn more about the annual Dykema DSO Conference here! Check out how Brian Colao’s special trip to the dentist with game-changing innovations went here!
March 7, 2024

Building Resilience in Healthcare Data Security with Greg Garcia, Executive Director of the Health Sector Coordinating Council

Recent cyber attacks on healthcare organizations highlight the critical importance of safeguarding patient care and safety against technological vulnerabilities. In this episode, Greg Garcia, Executive Director of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, announces the launch of the Health Industry Cybersecurity Strategic Plan, highlighting the urgent need for cybersecurity measures in healthcare. The strategic plan outlines seven industry trends, ten major goals, and twelve action items to achieve cybersecurity resilience by 2029. Greg discusses emerging technological trends like wearable devices and artificial intelligence, which pose new cybersecurity challenges, and encourages listeners to read the plan and identify actions relevant to their organizations as well as possible individual contributions in implementing cybersecurity measures.  Tune in and learn how you can contribute to safeguarding healthcare data and patient safety before it’s too late! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Greg on LinkedIn here. Visit the Health Sector Coordinating Council‘s website and read about their strategic plan.
March 4, 2024

The Hidden Struggles of Chronic Low Back Pain in the Military with Dr. Gabriel Pagani

Even in a non-military population, chronic back pain is overwhelmingly the number one cause of disability and quality of life reduction worldwide. In this episode, Dr. Gabriel Pagani, a Mayo Clinic-trained, double-board-certified interventional and surgical pain management neurologist, discusses the prevalence and significance of chronic low back pain within the military. Gabriel discusses the link between military service and chronic back pain, attributing it to multifidus muscle dysfunction and its impact on spine stability. He underscores the challenges faced by active-duty personnel and veterans, emphasizing the role of ReActiv8, a minimally invasive procedure addressing multifidus dysfunction, in improving both physical and mental well-being. Despite its proven benefits, the slow adoption of ReActiv8 in the military community prompts Dr. Pagani to call on healthcare providers to explore this innovative treatment. Tune in and learn about the revolutionary ReActiv8 technology, a potential game-changer in restoring spinal function and improving the quality of life for those suffering from chronic low back pain! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Gabriel Pagani on LinkedIn.  Learn how ReActiv8 has relieved low back pain for individuals here. Read about the Mainstay’s ReActiv8 program here.
March 1, 2024

Striking the Right Balance: Regulating AI in Healthcare with Shannon Klinger, the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Moderna

Balancing regulation with innovation is crucial when it comes to AI and healthcare. In this episode, Shannon Klinger, the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Moderna, shares her inspiring journey, emphasizing the pivotal role of AI in Moderna's research and development. She highlights how AI and digital technology are at the core of Moderna's strategy, significantly increasing mRNA production for clinical trials, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shannon stresses that each day can impact and save patients' lives, and she advocates for the harmony between speed and innovation. Finally, she explores the healthcare sector's need to find a balance between regulating AI and fostering innovation. Tune in to discover how Moderna leverages technology to democratize healthcare solutions, making a profound difference in people's lives. Resources: Connect with and follow Shannon Klinger on LinkedIn. Follow Moderna on LinkedIn. Discover the Moderna Website. Check out the mRNA Access Website. Visit Moderna’s Charitable Foundation Website. Listen to Shannon’s previous interview here.
March 1, 2024

Roadmapping the Future of Care Delivery with Rebekah Gee, CEO and Founder of Nest Health

Nest Health pioneers whole-family healthcare for low-income Medicaid families, addressing critical needs often overlooked in the sector. Dr. Rebekah Gee, CEO and founder of Nest Health, discusses the innovative approach to care delivery that Nest Health is pioneering. She provides a comprehensive overview of Nest Health and how they are redefining primary care by bringing it directly to the homes of patients, particularly those in low-income families.  Tune in to learn about the innovative approach to care delivery and the vision for scaling this model nationwide. Resources: Connect and follow Rebekah on LinkedIn. Follow Nest Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Nest Health Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
February 29, 2024

How to Hire and Keep Top Sales Talent in Medtech with Rob Brown, Chief Commercial Officer at Bolt Navigation

Continuous improvement is achieved through an evaluate-learn-adjust cycle, utilizing tools such as AcuityMD's pipeline tool to enhance company predictability and viability. In this episode, Rob Brown, Chief Commercial Officer at Bolt Navigation, shares invaluable insights on hiring and maintaining top sales talent in Medtech. He talks about how he builds successful commercial teams, identifying key qualities in candidates, and leveraging resources such as innovative technologies to support continuous learning and improvement within organizations. Rob emphasizes the critical role of resourcefulness and resilience in hiring top sales talent, especially in startups, and discusses the significance of using data to make informed hiring decisions by evaluating resume patterns to behavioral-based questions. Rob underscores the importance of constant adaptation and improvement by explaining his "evaluate, learn, and adjust" process. Tune in to discover valuable tips and experiences shared by Rob Brown in this insightful episode! Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Rob Brown on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Bolt on LinkedIn and their website. Learn about the demo with AcuityMD.
February 29, 2024

Predicting Comfort: Charlotte Mather’s Vision for Hospice Care

Predictive analytics and technology in hospice care anticipate every need with precision and compassion, from medical supplies to emotional support. Charlotte Mather explores the transformative impact of predictive analytics and technology on hospice care. She explains how these innovations ensure that essential medical supplies, medications, and even family support are efficiently deployed when they are most needed.  Tune in to discover the power of foresight in creating comforting, supportive environments for those at the end of life's journey. Resources: Connect with and follow Charlotte on LinkedIn. Follow AccentCare on LinkedIn and visit their Website.
February 28, 2024

Augmenting Healthcare with Robotics with Derek Kissos, Chief Growth Officer and Chief of Staff at HHS

The future lies in technology and humans working hand-in-hand to drive outcomes, augmenting human efforts with robotics and automation. In this episode, Derek Kissos, Chief Growth Officer and Chief of Staff at HHS, discusses how HHS differentiates itself by being a people-centric, agile organization that prioritizes transparency and corporate alignment. He explains how the company focuses on organic growth and aims to enhance efficiency through technology and human collaboration and highlights its approach of offering flexible solutions tailored to individual healthcare settings rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Derek delves into setbacks he’s experienced and lessons he’s learned from them, emphasizing the importance of adapting to market needs and building trust with clients. He also shares insights into the trends and technologies shaping the future of facilities and food services in healthcare, particularly the integration of autonomous and robotics solutions. Tune in and learn how HHS is revolutionizing healthcare support services with a people-first approach and cutting-edge technologies! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Derek on LinkedIn here. Learn more about HHS on LinkedIn and their website. Check out Derek’s podcast here The Outsource Advantage
February 27, 2024

Empowering Doctors with Cash Pay Weight Management Solutions with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO and founder of BuildMyHealth

BuildMyHealth goes beyond plastic surgery, actively transforming weight management programs. In today’s episode, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO and founder of BuildMyHealth, discusses the impact of price transparency and the innovative weight management programs offered through BuildMyHealth. His platform provides a solution that focuses on price transparency, subscriptions, and weight management programs, leveraging automated technology to streamline patient experience and generate recurring revenue for providers. Dr. Kaplan delves into the evolving healthcare landscape, the benefits of cash-based transactions, and the shift towards preventative care and early intervention in managing weight and related health conditions. He also emphasizes the benefits of a provider-to-consumer model, which empowers providers to create recurring revenue while offering patients convenient access to essential treatments.  If you are a healthcare provider looking to explore new opportunities in weight management and enhance patient care, we highly recommend listening to this insightful episode! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Dr. Jonathan Kaplan on LinkedIn here. Learn more about BuildMyHealth on LinkedIn and their website. Sign up for a Demo.
February 26, 2024

The Rise of Weight Loss Medications: A Healthcare Trend with Dr. James Wantuck, the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Accolade

Healthcare is complicated, and most people don’t think about it until they need it. In this podcast episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Dr. James Wantuck, the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Accolade, who begins by stating his motivation for entering the healthcare field—a desire to have a significant impact on people's lives. James delves into the rising popularity of weight management medications, particularly GLP-1s, and the challenges employers face in providing coverage. James shares the results of an extensive survey conducted by Accolade, highlighting the demand for these medications and their potential as a recruitment and retention tool for employees. Finally, Dr. Wantuck emphasizes the importance of the doctor-patient relationship in designing individualized weight management programs and addresses the current medication shortage. Tune in to this discussion to discover the future of weight management and personalized healthcare and how Accolade and PlushCare contribute to this evolving landscape. Resources: Connect with and follow James Wantuck on LinkedIn. Follow Accolade on LinkedIn and visit their website. Learn more about PlushCare on their website and follow them on LinkedIn. The Accolade App has over 17,000 positive reviews. Download it here.
February 23, 2024

Tech Solutions Bridging Gaps in Autism Care Delivery with Daniel Etra, CEO of RethinkFirst

RethinkFirst addresses the shortage of trained clinicians in autism and developmental disabilities by leveraging technology to achieve scalability. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Daniel Etra, CEO of RethinkFirst, who shares his journey into healthcare, driven by a desire to contribute value to society and how his company addresses the shortage of trained clinicians in the field of autism and broader developmental disabilities. RethinkFirst focuses on utilizing technology for scalable solutions, supporting caregivers such as parents, educators, and clinicians. Daniel explains how their platform spans K12 and healthcare markets, addressing conditions like speech problems and ADHD. He also emphasizes the company's role in mental health support for educators and highlights their pioneering use of AI to predict outcomes for patients with autism, backed by the largest published dataset of clinical outcomes for autism, surpassing 600 million data points. Tune in and learn about RethinkFirst's impactful role in behavioral health, and discover how they're shaping the future of healthcare through data-driven approaches! Resources:  Watch this entire interview here. Connect with and follow Daniel on LinkedIn here. Learn more about RethinkFirst on LinkedIn and their website. Email Daniel directly here.
February 23, 2024

The Patient First Manifesto with Dr. Bryan Laskin, CEO and Co-Founder of Toothapps

As a dentist, viewing your practice from the perspective of the patient is the biggest opportunity that you have to grow your practice. In this episode, Dr. Bryan Laskin, CEO and Co-Founder of Toothapps, a dentist turned technology entrepreneur, discusses data interoperability, patient-centric care, and the challenges faced by the dental industry. Drawing from his extensive experience and Amazon best-selling book, "The Patient First Manifesto," Dr. Laskin highlights the imperative of adopting a patient-centric perspective in dentistry, emphasizing effective communication within dental teams and the crucial role of leadership in fostering this approach.  Tune in and learn how a patient-centric mindset and technological innovations can revolutionize the dental industry! Resources: Connect with and follow Bryan Laskin on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Bryan Laskin on his website. Discover more about Toothapps on their LinkedIn and website. Buy Bryan’s book, The Patient First Manifesto, here.
February 22, 2024

Destigmatizing Addiction: Normalizing Conversations for a Healthier Society with Ankit Gupta, the founder and CEO of Bicycle Health

The biggest challenge in addiction treatment is the stigma of addiction in our culture. In this episode, Ankit Gupta, the founder and CEO of Bicycle Health, explains how his company focuses on addressing the opioid crisis by offering virtual, national treatment for opioid use disorder, combining medications, recovery coaching, and a comprehensive care model. Ankit explains the unique aspects of Bicycle Health's care delivery model, which operates in 48 states and partners with major health plans. The company's virtual services, including medication management, psychotherapy, and drug testing, aim to make addiction treatment accessible and confidential. Ankit emphasizes the importance of overcoming the stigma associated with addiction and encourages listeners to understand addiction better, meet people in recovery, and hear their stories to see addiction in a more commonplace way. Tune in and learn about Bicycle Health's innovative approach to opioid addiction treatment, the challenges they've faced, and the importance of fostering a patient-centric healthcare system! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Ankit on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Estenda Solutions on LinkedIn, X, and their website. Buy Dreamland by Sam Quinones here. Email Ankit here.
February 22, 2024

The Power of Community-Driven Identification in Mental Health with Ilyas Patanam, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of NOCD

OCD is a condition that affects 1 in 40 people, but over 90% of people remain either misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. In this episode, Ilyas Patanam, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of NOCD, a healthcare company addressing the mental health crisis, shares his inspiration, rooted in helping individuals struggling with mental health conditions. NOCD focuses on treating OCD, a highly treatable yet often misdiagnosed condition, with an emphasis on education and awareness. Throughout this conversation, Ilyas underscores the importance of connecting individuals with specialized therapists using exposure response prevention therapy, highlighting NOCD's unique approach to tailored treatment. He also discusses setbacks and offers valuable advice on repositioning a brand and predicting a future shift in behavioral health towards self-identification through content and community engagement as a powerful tool for initiating treatment. Listen to this eye-opening episode and learn about NOCD's targeted focus, the impact of clear messaging, and the future trends shaping mental healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Ilyas on LinkedIn here. Learn more about NOCD on LinkedIn and their website. Email Ilyas here.
February 21, 2024

A Smarter Approach to Understanding Patient Preferences with Kathleen McQuade Ellmore, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Engagys

Unless your data is structured, thinking about applying AI isn't going to yield the outcomes you need. In this episode, Kathleen McQuade Ellmore, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Engagys, shares her expertise in transforming healthcare organizations to drive behavior change, lower costs, improve outcomes, increase revenue, and enhance the overall patient experience. Kathleen underscores the importance of focusing on "below-the-waterline" elements in healthcare digital transformation, emphasizing the role of Consumer Data Platforms (CDPs) in capturing and synthesizing structured data from consumer interactions. Additionally, she explores the application of agile methodologies in transforming engagement processes, resulting in notable cost savings and improved outcomes. Kathleen also addresses the capture of preferences and permissions to enrich personalized consumer interactions, emphasizing the necessity for logical preference categorization and dynamic two-way interaction between healthcare providers and consumers. Listen to this discussion and learn how addressing below-the-waterline elements can lead to successful healthcare digital transformation and improved patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Kathleen on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Engagys on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Kathleen’s previous episode of the podcast here.  Email Kathleen here.
February 20, 2024

Fostering Social Bonds Through Workplace Fitness with Ed Buckley, the CEO of FitOn Health

With short, engaging workouts, the FitOn app allows individuals to integrate fitness into their busy schedules, anytime and anywhere. In this episode, Ed Buckley, the CEO of FitOn Health, recounts his journey from being a fitness instructor in grad school to leading FitOn Health, a company that has expanded its services to 18,000 employers nationwide. Emphasizing the uniqueness of their platform, Ed discusses how FitOn Health offers both digital content and in-person experiences under one umbrella. The primary challenge addressed by FitOn Health is employee engagement, with Ed highlighting the importance of solutions that enhance physical health and promote social connections among coworkers. Presenting the FitOn app as a valuable tool for individuals at any fitness level, Ed underscores that wellness benefits like FitOn Health are now considered a business necessity, providing a competitive edge in attracting and retaining talent. Tune in and learn how FitOn Health is revolutionizing workplace well-being holistically! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Ed on LinkedIn here. Learn more about FitOn Health on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and their website. Download the FitOn app on the App Store or the Play Store.
February 19, 2024

Unlocking Seamless Healthcare Experiences with Digital Identity with Jason Sherwin, Senior Director of Business Development at Clear, and Ryan Howells, a Principal at Leavitt Partners and Program Manager at CARIN Alliance

From airports to the world of healthcare, digital identities have seamlessly transformed how we navigate and personalize our experiences. In this episode, Saul Marquez hosts Jason Sherwin, Senior Director of Business Development at Clear, and Ryan Howells, a Principal at Leavitt Partners and Program Manager at CARIN Alliance. The discussion delves into the significance of digital identity in healthcare. Jason explains how Clear's consumer-facing identity platform, known for its privacy and trust in the aviation industry, can empower safer and more convenient healthcare experiences. Ryan, representing the CARIN Alliance, highlights the importance of identity and patient data access, emphasizing their work in enabling consumers to control their health information. They both describe practical initiatives where consumers can access their health data easily, offering providers and payers the means to streamline processes and enhance patient experiences. Learn how digital identity solutions can revolutionize healthcare and make patient data more accessible and user-friendly. Resources: Connect with and follow Jason on LinkedIn. Visit CLEAR on their website and follow them on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Ryan on LinkedIn. Learn more about Leavitt Partners on this website and LinkedIn. Visit CARIN Alliance on their website and follow them on LinkedIn.
February 16, 2024

Global Health, Local Impact: Tech-Driven Health Equity Initiatives with John Sargent, co-founder of BroadReach Group

BroadReach Group has managed to positively impact millions of lives in Africa with successful programs in Africa. In this episode, John Sargent, co-founder of BroadReach Group, shares insights into the work his organization has been doing to address health disparities globally, particularly in underserved communities. BroadReach Group has a 20-year history of leveraging Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to address global health equity issues, particularly focusing on HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria in Africa. John explains how, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization evolved to address healthcare disparities in the U.S., specifically in the realm of social determinants of health. He also discusses the development of their technology platform and its application in proactively identifying and addressing SDOH issues. Join this engaging conversation as it provides valuable insights into the importance of addressing social determinants to improve patient outcomes. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow John Sargent on LinkedIn here. Learn more about BroadReach on LinkedIn and their website. You can also contact Adeel via email at Jsargent@brhc.com
February 16, 2024

How to Empower Your Medtech Sales Team and Drive Adoption of New Technology with Jake Carr, Director of Sales Enablement and Strategy at NICO Corporation

True success is evidenced by elevated utilization rates, affirming the solution's tangible value to the sales team. In this episode, Jake Carr, Director of Sales Enablement and Strategy at NICO Corporation, shares insights into the challenges of managing hyper-growth in Medtech and the importance of technology acquisition and onboarding for sales teams. He discusses how his company leverages technology to improve patient outcomes in the treatment of brain tumors and hemorrhagic stroke. Jake emphasizes the need to involve sales reps in the decision-making process for technology implementation and highlights the value of showing immediate wins and success stories to drive user engagement. Throughout this discussion, he provides actionable strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of technology solutions and shares valuable insights for leaders in the Medtech industry. Tune in to the conversation as Jake Carr offers valuable insights for Medtech leaders looking to leverage technology for sales team growth.  Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow  Jake Carr on LinkedIn here. Learn more about NICO on LinkedIn and their website. Learn about the demo with AcuityMD.
February 15, 2024

How Healthtech Can Improve Care Delivery for Midlife Women with Joanna Strober, CEO and Founder of Midi Health

Midi Health fills the gap in women's healthcare by focusing on midlife women experiencing symptoms related to estrogen depletion. In this episode, Joanna Strober, founder of Midi Health, discusses her transition from venture capital to founding Midi Health, which addresses healthcare gaps for women 35 and older experiencing estrogen-related symptoms. She explains how Midi Health offers accessible care through its website, emphasizing patient experience and aiming for national recognition to fill gaps in women's health education and care, highlighting historical undervaluation and misinterpretation of research findings. Listen to this interview and learn more about Midi Health's innovative approach to women's healthcare! Resources: Connect and follow Joanna Strober on LinkedIn. Follow Midi Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Midi Health Website! Buy Joanna’s book, Getting to 50/50, here.  About Memora Health: Memora Health is the leading technology platform for virtual care delivery and complex care management. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, life science companies, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for patients and care teams. The company’s platform digitizes and automates complex care workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication on their care journeys.
February 15, 2024

Federated Computing and Rhino Health: Connecting the World’s Data with Ittai Dayan, co-founder and CEO of Rhino Health

The world is moving towards data federation, and Rhino Health's federated computing platform is at the forefront of this transformative shift. In this episode, Ittai Dayan, co-founder and CEO of Rhino Health, explains Rhino Health's federated computing platform, utilizing federated learning and edge computing technologies. The platform supports global collaborations with hospitals, biopharma companies, and professional societies, aiming to democratize and diversify AI development and deployment in healthcare without centralizing data. Ittai emphasizes the company's unique ability to connect data without centralization, addressing issues related to time, control, and compliance. In this conversation, he also touches on Rhino Health's role in overcoming obstacles in the AI revolution for healthcare and positions the company as a leader in shaping the future of federated computing amid evolving data regulations and privacy concerns.  Tune in and learn about the groundbreaking advancements Rhino is working on to lead the way towards data federation! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Ittai Dayan on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Rhino Health on LinkedIn and their website.
February 15, 2024

Innovations in Data Governance, AI, and Knowledge Management for Better Outcomes with James Kugler, CEO of EMD Digital at Merck KGaA and Director of Syntropy, and Carl Bate, founder & CEO at Evidium

Healthcare AI should prioritize empowering knowledge, expertise, and scientific improvement for its evolving development.  In this episode, James Kugler, CEO of EMD Digital at Merck KGaA and Director of Syntropy, and Carl Bate, founder & CEO at Evidium, discuss their work in healthcare outcomes and accelerating research, sharing insights on how their organizations are adding value to the healthcare ecosystem. James highlights Syntropy's focus on healthcare data governance and the challenges of information distribution and creation. Carl explains Ethidium's commitment to creating a system of curation and knowledge in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of grounded knowledge in structured data and AI for the advancement of healthcare outcomes. They advocate for a knowledge-grounded approach in the AI era, emphasizing quality information and expressing optimism about humanity's ability to address healthcare challenges through ethical AI applications. If you're interested in learning more about how their organizations are reshaping the healthcare ecosystem, listen to the full episode to gain profound insights into the ongoing discussion. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow James Kugler on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, on their LinkedIn and website. Connect with and follow Carl Bate on LinkedIn. Discover more about Evidium on LinkedIn and on their website. Follow Syntropy on LinkedIn and visit their website.
February 14, 2024

Enhancing Revenue Cycle Efficiency Through RPA and AI with Peter Camp, CTO and founder at CampTek Software

Maximize automation ROI by targeting high-value processes with efficient resource utilization. In this episode, Peter Camp, CTO and founder at CampTek Software, shares insights into how his company adds value to the healthcare ecosystem through RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and AI. He discusses the importance of automation in healthcare, emphasizing the need to identify high-value processes for automation to achieve quick ROI. Peter also highlights specific areas within the revenue cycle that can benefit from automation, such as prior authorization and eligibility checking. Furthermore, he discusses the potential for automation to extend beyond the revenue cycle into areas like HR, supply chain, and even clinical use cases with generative AI.  If you want to learn more about RPA and AI in healthcare, this episode is a must-listen! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Peter on LinkedIn.  Learn more about CampTek on their LinkedIn and website.
February 13, 2024

The Human Touch in Healthcare Technology with Dave Bennett, the Executive Vice President of Healthcare at pCare by Uniguest

pCare's success lies not just in technology but in the unique integration of technology with organizational culture. In this episode, Dave Bennett, the Executive Vice President of Healthcare at pCare by Uniguest, shares insights into the groundbreaking work being done at pCare by Uniguest, their approach to adding value to the healthcare ecosystem, and the impact of technology and people on healthcare innovation. He discusses the organization’s success in aligning with customer needs, integrating technology into organizational culture, and fostering long-term employee loyalty. Dave shares his perspective on the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the resilience and dedication of the team. Throughout this conversation, he expresses the meaningful impact of working in the industry and the satisfaction derived from contributing to positive changes in people's lives. Tune in for an engaging discussion packed with valuable insights into pCare’s unwavering commitment to a people-centric approach, shaping a distinctive presence in the healthcare industry. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Dave on LinkedIn here. Learn more about pCare by Uniguest on LinkedIn and their website.
February 12, 2024

Leveraging Patient Stories for Policy and Advocacy with Larissa D’Andrea, the Global Vice President of Impact at ResMed

You have every right to access and afford good-quality healthcare. In this episode, Larissa D’Andrea, the Global Vice President of Impact at ResMed, emphasizes the importance of engaging diverse communities in the development and deployment of health technology. She highlights the significance of including patients, clinicians, and caregivers in the healthcare journey, advocating for a more inclusive approach to healthcare. Larissa also shares the inspiring story of a patient who, thanks to data-driven technology, became a champion in respiratory care. She calls on individuals and healthcare organizations to seek education, become empowered advocates, and collaborate to enhance healthcare access and outcomes for all. Listen to this episode and discover how to effectively engage with diverse communities and drive positive changes in healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Larissa D'Andrea on LinkedIn. Follow ResMed on LinkedIn. Visit the ResMed website here.
February 9, 2024

The Nurse’s Voice: CareLuminate’s Approach to Quality Data with Linda Komisak, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at CareLuminate

CareLuminate unlocks hospital quality by tapping into bedside nurses' firsthand insights, empowering patients and stakeholders to make informed decisions. In this episode, Linda Komisak, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at CareLuminate, shares her journey from working in emergency and trauma departments to co-founding CareLuminate with the mission of revolutionizing hospital quality measurement. She explains how the company aims to gather quality data directly from nurses to obtain accurate and accountable hospital quality data and provide transparent and comprehensive insights into hospital care. Linda emphasizes the critical role of accountability in healthcare and recounts setbacks in convincing stakeholders to invest in this innovative research approach. She also discusses Caluminate’s approach, setbacks, and the potential impact on healthcare transparency and patient empowerment. Listen to this episode and learn valuable insights on hospital care, accountability, and empowerment within the healthcare landscape! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Linda Komisak on LinkedIn. Learn more about CareLuminate on LinkedIn and their website. Pick up a copy of Marty Makary's book, Unaccountable, here.
February 9, 2024

Earning Success Through Taking Care of Yourself with John Roussot, Founder and Chief Excellence Officer of FiiT4GROWTH

If you want to succeed at higher levels, you can't afford to not take care of yourself. In this episode, John Roussot discusses the essence of leadership and personal growth and shares insights on how he’s creating high-performance teams. He emphasizes that achieving greatness relies on clarity, awareness, and prioritizing well-being in personal and professional success, highlighting the impact of goal prioritization, accountability, and the significance of connection, communication, collaboration, and lifelong learning for high-performance teams and mastery. Tune in and learn how to unlock your greatness, foster well-being, and build high-performance teams! Resources: Connect with and follow John Roussot on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow FiiT4GROWTH on LinkedIn. Learn more about John’s book, Liberate Your Greatness, here or get it on Amazon.
February 8, 2024

Harnessing Digital Innovation for Healthcare Transformation with Sonia Singh, the Chief Insights Officer at AVIA

AVIA guides healthcare entities with a membership model, providing deep insights and strategic recommendations for impactful digital investments. In this episode, Sonia Singh, the Chief Insights Officer at AVIA, discusses valuable insights into AVIA's role as a digital transformation partner to health systems, emphasizing their unique approach to market insights and the long-term relationships they build with their clients. Sonia discusses AVIA's role as a digital transformation partner for health systems, highlighting their commitment to leveraging innovation and creating sustainable solutions. She emphasizes AVIA's unique approach, providing market-leading insights, deep intelligence, and long-term collaborative support. Additionally, Sonia underscores AVIA's distinctiveness in the industry, driven by their commitment to actionable recommendations, ensuring the economic viability of digital investments, and their focus on human and cultural aspects in healthcare change management. Explore AVIA's impactful solutions for digital health transformation in this episode, tailored for innovative companies and healthcare leaders. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect and follow Sonia on LinkedIn here. Learn more about AVIA on LinkedIn and its website.
February 7, 2024

Disrupting Disease Upstream: Interconnected Body Systems and Health with Cynthia Thurlow, Nurse Practitioner, Speaker and Author

Why did experienced nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow leave clinical practice? In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner, turned speaker and author, brings her wealth of experience from both clinical practice and personal triumphs, her thoughts on the power of intermittent fasting, her transformative approach to metabolic health, and her fierce advocacy for personalized treatment plans. She shares insights from her own journey, demonstrating how a shift toward root causes and functional integrative medicine can combat the rising tide of chronic diseases. Cynthia touches on the vital role of proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management in our overall well-being. She also shares insights from her book The Intermittent Fasting Transformation, an invaluable resource for women looking to navigate the unique challenges of intermittent fasting through different life stages. Stay tuned, as Cynthia Thurlow dives deep into the realm of intermittent fasting, metabolic health, and advocating for individualized treatment plans in this eye-opening episode.  Resources: Connect with and follow Cynthia on LinkedIn. Discover more about Cynthia and her work on her website. Listen to Cynthia’s podcast, Everyday Wellness. Grab a copy of Cynthia’s book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation.
February 7, 2024

How a Tech Expert is Improving Patient Outcomes with RJ Kedziora, the co-founder of Estenda Solutions

People won’t be replaced by generative AI, but by people who know how to use generative AI. In this episode, RJ Kedziora, the co-founder of Estenda Solutions, a company specializing in product development and data analytics solutions for the healthcare industry, emphasizes its commitment to creating value, reducing risk, and ensuring product quality. Estenda, celebrating its 20th anniversary, collaborates with healthcare organizations, hospitals, and medical device manufacturers to develop digital health solutions. RJ explains Estenda's unique approach, incorporating empathy and medical education into their development process, and highlights the importance of involving end-users, such as doctors and nurses, in the development team to align products with actual user needs. He also explores the impact of technology trends like Gen AI and aging-in-place solutions, invites listeners to the webinar Estenda is hosting on the matter, and encourages listeners to explore the possibilities of these technologies in healthcare. Tune in and learn about the transformative potential of generative AI in healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Richard on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Estenda Solutions on LinkedIn and their website. Save your spot for RJ’s Generative AI webinar here.
February 6, 2024

Deep Dive with Clearstep Into the World of AI Care Navigation with Adeel Malik, CEO and co-founder of Clearstep

Building a truly integrated, virtual-first, but hybrid care delivery ecosystem is a transformative trend. In this episode, Adeel Malik, CEO and co-founder of Clearstep, an AI care navigation company transforming healthcare, delves into the challenges, solutions, and necessity for health systems to deploy technology for better access. Clearstep supports health systems by providing an AI-assisted consumer lens, ensuring efficient and accurate healthcare access. The core use case involves helping people through appropriate care based on symptoms, optimizing clinical presentation, and considering factors such as network, proximity, and online scheduling. In this conversation, Adeel discusses Clearstep's resilience during COVID-19, growth in 2020-2021, and adaptation during the 2022 economic downturn, emphasizing the significance of true product-market fit and advocating for a technology and consumer-first approach in the industry. Tune in and learn how Clearstep's AI is reshaping healthcare navigation, addressing economic challenges, and ensuring optimal care delivery! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Adeel on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Clearstep on LinkedIn and their website. You can also contact Adeel via email at Adeel@Clearstep.health
February 6, 2024

Injection Management 2.0: A Safer, Efficient, and Sustainable Approach with NeedleSmart’s Cliff Kirby, CEO, and Michael Barron, COO

Healthcare presents a unique challenge where every problem relies on people, creating an opportunity for innovation and impactful solutions. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes NeedleSmart’s Cliff Kirby, CEO, and Michael Barron, COO, to the Outcomes Rocket podcast, where they delve into the core problems the company aims to solve, focusing on the outdated practices surrounding injections and the lack of a streamlined workflow. Cliff highlights the challenges in healthcare, emphasizing the need for solutions that address the growing demand for better services, and Michael introduces NeedleSmart as the world's first digital end-to-end injection management platform, revolutionizing the traditional injection process. They shed light on the significance of data hygiene and volume for effective AI implementation, showcasing how NeedleSmart's platform can provide real-time solutions and positively impact public health planning. Michael also emphasizes the transformative power of technology in relieving clinicians of administrative burdens, while Cliff stresses the importance of good data for meaningful AI outcomes. Tune in and learn how NeedleSmart is shaping the future of injection management and contributing to a safer, more efficient healthcare ecosystem! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Michael on LinkedIn here. Connect with and follow Cliff on LinkedIn here. Learn more about NeedleSmart on LinkedIn, Twitter, and their website.
February 5, 2024

Unleashing the Potential of Technology in Value-Based Care with Jean-Claude Saghbini, President at Lumeris and a Leading Expert in Technology and Engineering for Population Health Management

In value-based care, technology is the catalyst, but success requires management and aligned incentives for better, cost-effective care. In today's episode, Jean-Claude Saghbini, President at Lumeris and a Leading Expert in Technology and Engineering for Population Health Management, shares technology's foundational role in success in value-based healthcare care. Jean-Claude underscores the importance of understanding the populations and individual patients being served, which requires access to diverse, often unstructured healthcare data. He explores the vital role technology plays in value-based care and how it enables healthcare providers to understand and serve their patient populations effectively. Jean-Claude highlights the challenges of accessing and aggregating vast amounts of healthcare data and the transformative insights that can be derived through machine learning and AI. He discusses Lumeris' approach to using generative AI, keeping physicians at the forefront, and implementing necessary guardrails to ensure quality outcomes. Furthermore, he explores the future of primary care and how AI-powered solutions can revolutionize how healthcare services are delivered.  Join us as we discuss the vital role of technology in value-based care, the use of generative AI, and the future of AI-powered primary care. Resources: Connect with and follow Jean-Claude on LinkedIn. Follow Lumeris on LinkedIn. Visit Lumeris on their Website.
February 2, 2024

The Power of Collaboration and Data-Driven Solutions in Healthcare Access with Steve Miff, President and CEO of the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation

Effective collaboration, marked by alignment, shared interests, and a collaborative culture, is required to drive meaningful change in healthcare. In this episode, Steve Miff, President and CEO of the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation, talks about the groundbreaking work being done by his organization in utilizing artificial intelligence and cognitive computing to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes for vulnerable populations. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, both locally and nationally, and highlights PCCI's unique structure, operating as a nonprofit with a technology startup mindset. Dr. Miff discusses various partnerships, the significance of aligning goals in collaborations, and the organization's holistic approach, considering social determinants of health, mental health, and the capacity for self-care. He also explains how PCCI aims to establish a proactive, consumer-driven healthcare experience, exemplified by ongoing initiatives like the community vulnerability compass and predictive models for specific health areas. Tune in to learn more about the inspiring work being done by Dr. Miff and the PCCI team. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Steve Miff on LinkedIn.  Learn more about PCCI on their LinkedIn and website.
February 2, 2024

Patient Acquisition Made Easy with Ty Allen, co-founder and CEO of SocialClimb

Imagine a platform that makes healthcare marketing as measurable and efficient as any other marketing endeavor. In this episode, Ty Allen, co-founder and CEO of SocialClimb, shares his remarkable journey from experiencing a severe spinal cord injury to developing a platform that is transforming healthcare marketing. He discusses how the platform, used by thousands of physicians, enables healthcare marketing by providing tools for demand capture, demand creation, and conversion. He believes that what sets SocialClimb apart is its ability to make healthcare marketing as measurable, trackable, and understandable as any other form of marketing. Ty emphasizes that by leveraging predictive patient targeting and being fully engaged with practice data, SocialClimb is empowering practices to take control of their patient flow, change their revenue mix, and improve profitability. Listen to this episode for useful insights and practical strategies to elevate healthcare practices through effective and targeted marketing! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Ty Allen on LinkedIn.  Learn more about SocialClimb on their LinkedIn and website. Email Ty here.
February 1, 2024

Unraveling the Complex Layers of Equitable Care with Rick Moreland, Healthcare Executive

The collaboration with managed care organizations aims to address transportation and social determinants, ensuring effective healthcare access by reaching patients at their locations. In this episode, Rick Moreland discusses his background, his passion for healthcare, and the core themes that have been consistent throughout his career.  Rick shares invaluable insights on the persistent issues facing the healthcare industry and offers successful strategies for improvement.  Dive into a transformative healthcare journey as industry leader Rick Moreland shares profound insights on care delivery in this episode. Resources: Connect and follow Rick Moreland on LinkedIn. Follow Memora Health on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter Visit Memora Health’s Website About Memora Health: Memora Health is the leading technology platform for virtual care delivery and complex care management. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, life science companies, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for patients and care teams. The company’s platform digitizes and automates complex care workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication on their care journeys.
February 1, 2024

Fixing Chronic Back Pain: Rosanne’s Life-Changing ReActiv8 Journey with Rosanne Bohman

Persisting through challenges stands as a testament to the life-changing power of ReActiv8 therapy. In this episode, Rosanne Bohman shares her journey of dealing with chronic low back pain and the life-changing solution she found with ReActiv8 therapy, providing a glimpse into the power of perseverance, the hope that innovative therapies like ReActiv8 bring, and the impact they have on individuals' lives. Roseanne recounts her struggle with back pain starting during her college years and the frustration of trying various treatments that offered no relief. Desperate for a solution, she stumbled across a clinical trial for ReActiv8 therapy, a minimally invasive approach to restore and ReActiv8 the muscles affected by chronic back pain. Through dedicated therapy sessions, she experienced gradual relief and regained her ability to engage in daily activities and even return to the gym. Now, six and a half years after her initial treatment, Roseanne continues to use the therapy as a routine part of her self-care, finding comfort and relaxation in its effects. Join us as Roseanne shares her story and leaves us with a message of advocacy, hope, and gratitude for the options offered through ReActiv8 therapy. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Rosanne on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Mainstay Medical on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to the other episodes of our Mainstay Medical series.
January 31, 2024

Embracing Conflict as a Catalyst for Change with CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke, leadership coaches and co-founders of Thrive! Inc.

How can conflict be harnessed as a productive force in work and personal relationships? In this episode, CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke, leadership coaches and co-founders of Thrive! Inc., take a deep dive into the topic of conflict and how it impacts every aspect of our lives, from personal relationships to workplace dynamics. They introduce the concept of embracing conflict as an opportunity for growth and creativity, highlighting the need for effective tools to navigate internal and external conflicts. Throughout this conversation, CrisMarie and Susan discuss a couple of these tools to manage stress reactions when faced with conflict, foster open communication, and promote an inclusive work environment while navigating geopolitical and economic challenges. They also introduce the "Beauty of Conflict Journey," a platform that offers asynchronous learning to help teams and organizations develop the skills necessary to handle conflict effectively, drive behavioral change, and enhance teamwork. Tune into this episode for a proactive and positive approach to conflict that promotes open communication and well-being. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow CrisMarie Campbell on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Susan Clarke on LinkedIn. Follow Thrive! Inc. on LinkedIn. Explore the Thrive! Inc. website. Sign up for their upcoming GetRali webinar. Check out the Beauty of Conflict Journey here. Pick up Susan and CrisMarie’s various books here. Listen to the Beauty of Conflict podcast.
January 30, 2024

A New Era in Healthcare: Rhinogram’s Patient-Driven Path to Better Care in a Staff-Scarce World with Keith Dressler, the founder, chairman, director, and CEO of Rhinogram

Discover how this cutting-edge platform is revolutionizing healthcare communication with simplified, secure, and HIPAA-compliant messaging. In this episode, Keith Dressler, the founder, chairman, director, and CEO of Rhinogram, shares insights about the cutting-edge communication platform designed to revolutionize healthcare communication and improve patient outcomes. Rhinogram's unique feature allows patients to initiate secure and convenient communication through SMS, MMS, or text, resulting in improved treatment outcomes and operational efficiencies. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Dressler emphasizes Rhinogram's use of artificial intelligence to streamline communication channels and alleviate staffing shortages and burnout. He also stresses the importance of placing patients at the center of healthcare and highlights Rhinogram's comprehensive features designed to improve patient outcomes and healthcare communication. Tune in to learn how Rhinogram puts patients at the center of healthcare by bridging communication gaps for seamless experiences between patients and providers!  Resources:  Connect with and follow Keith Dressler on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Rhinogram on their LinkedIn and website. Email Keith here.
January 30, 2024

Understanding People’s Needs: Shaping Healthcare Policies with Natalie Davis, the CEO and co-founder of United States of Care

Authentic patient voices are the key to transformative health solutions, be it in tech, AI, or policy. In this episode, Natalie Davis, the CEO and co-founder of United States of Care, talks about how her organization is driving impactful change by listening to the needs and experiences of individuals across the country. She shares her inspiring journey into healthcare and how she found her purpose in making people's lives better through understanding the interaction between society and individual well-being. Natalie discusses the work of the United States of Care and how they are driving change through a human-centered approach to policy reform. She also discusses the organization's human-centered approach to policy design and dives into its work on value-based care, highlighting the importance of language and patient engagement in driving meaningful change.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the benefits of a human-centered approach to healthcare policy, rooted in listening to individuals' diverse needs and experiences. Resources:  Connect with and follow Natalie Davis on LinkedIn.  Learn more about the United States of Care on their LinkedIn and website. Check out the Value-Based Care White Paper. Subscribe to the United States of Care Newsletter. Learn more about the United Solutions for Care Agenda.
January 29, 2024

Innovations in Oral Health for Improving Systemic Health with Mariya Filipova, Chief Innovation Officer at CareQuest Innovation Partners and Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate Palmolive

Oral health plays a pivotal role in shaping your overall well-being, and that is a critical connection often underestimated in healthcare. In this episode, Mariya Filipova, Chief Innovation Officer at CareQuest Innovation Partners, and Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate Palmolive, discuss the importance of systemic health and the role of oral health in the overall well-being of individuals. They delve into the intricate relationship between oral health and overall well-being, highlighting the far-reaching implications of various oral conditions on systemic health, particularly emphasizing the risks associated with infections and inflammation. In her discussion about Colgate, Maria elucidates the company's innovative approach and collaborative partnerships, showcasing their dedication to advancing dental care through cutting-edge research and development. In contrast, Mariya addresses the substantial disparity in investments between oral and broader systemic health, emphasizing the pivotal role of CareQuest Innovation Partners in advocating for increased recognition and investment in the realm of oral health. Stay tuned for a discussion on the connection between oral health and systemic health and how entrepreneurs and startups can contribute to this transformative movement. Resources: Connect with and follow Mariya Filipova on LinkedIn. Visit CareQuest Innovation on their Website. Email Mariya here. Connect with and follow Maria Ryan on LinkedIn. Visit the Colgate-Palmolive Website. Email Maria here. Know Your Oral Health Quotient here.
January 26, 2024

Turnkey Solutions for Device Management and Beyond with Yadhu Gopalan, co-founder and CEO of Esper

In healthcare, Esper prioritizes security by securing devices and instilling confidence through timely updates to address identified vulnerabilities. In this episode, Yadhu Gopalan, co-founder and CEO of Esper, shares insights from his vast experience as Chief Architect of Windows CE and Windows Phone at Microsoft, and his time at Amazon working on Fire OS and AWS. He underscores Esper's mission to simplify device management in healthcare, addressing challenges posed by smart edge devices and emphasizing the importance of secure infrastructure. Yadhu highlights Esper's role in providing a turnkey solution for device management, ensuring security, compliance, and seamless updates. He also explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chains and advocates for building strong connections within the ecosystem while discussing future trends, such as the integration of generative AI at the edge of healthcare technology.  Tune in and learn how Esper is empowering exceptional device experiences in healthcare and beyond! Resources:  Watch the interview here. Connect and follow Yadhu on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and on its website here.
January 26, 2024

CODAMETRIX’s Perspective: How AI is Reshaping Medical Informatics with Hamid Tabatabaie, the CEO and President of CODAMETRIX

Healthcare organizations should learn how to use data to bring equity to patient care. Technology should enhance, not replace. In this episode, Hamid Tabatabaie, the CEO and President of CODAMETRIX, highlights his company’s mission to streamline the coding process and ensure physicians spend more time with patients and less on administrative tasks.  Hamid emphasizes the importance of maintaining human connection in an era of increasing AI integration and covers CODAMETRIX's unique approach to address the gap between clinical and revenue cycle data, ensuring configurability and control for healthcare providers, and recognizing the complexity of healthcare transformation. He stresses the company's commitment to accuracy, offering 70-80% automation without compromising reliability. Hamid then expands to broader trends in healthcare, focusing on data utilization for equitable patient care, value-based approaches, and the integration of various technologies. He also envisions a future where technology and AI enhance patient well-being, emphasizing the need for young talent to contribute to this transformative field.  Tune in and learn about the innovative strides CODAMETRIX is making to revolutionize healthcare! Resources:  Watch the interview here. Connect with and follow Hamid on LinkedIn here. Learn more about CODAMETRIX on LinkedIn and their website. You can also contact CODAMETRIX via email at hello@CODAMETRIX.com.
January 25, 2024

Crafting Policies for Inclusive Oral Healthcare with Catherine Hayes, the Chair of the Department of Oral Health Policy and Epidemiology at Harvard

How does the current gap in dental care for young children specifically impact their long-term health outcomes? In this episode, Catherine Hayes, the Chair of the Department of Oral Health Policy and Epidemiology at Harvard, explores the critical and often overlooked issue of dental care accessibility for young children. Catherine sheds light on the necessity of early preventive dental care to beat back the tide of preventable conditions like dental caries that, if neglected, lead to costly treatments.  Stay tuned in the conversation that’s redefining the dental industry, focusing not just on treatment but preventive education and community-centric care models. Resources: Connect with and follow Catherine Hayes on LinkedIn. Follow the Harvard School of Dental Medicine on LinkedIn. Visit the Harvard School of Dental Medicine’s Website.
January 25, 2024

A Novel Therapy for Mechanical Chronic Low Back Pain – Five-Year Results with Restorative Neurostimulation with Chris Gilligan, MD Associate Chief Medical Officer at Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Unlike traditional pain management, ReActiv8 therapy uniquely addresses chronic low back pain by restoring neuromuscular control and functional spine stability. In this episode, Dr. Chris Gilligan, MD, MBA, Executive Medical Director, Mass General Brigham Global Advisory, Senior Medical Director of Periprocedural Services, Director of Brigham and Women’s Spine Service Line, Chief - Division of Pain Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses the groundbreaking five-year data on ReActiv8 therapy for chronic low back pain, offering insights into this transformative approach and its impact on patients' lives. Chris delves into the significant findings from his research, shedding light on the ReActiv8 therapy's effectiveness in addressing chronic low back pain and improving patients' quality of life. He provides an in-depth overview of the research, covering the methodology, patient demographics, and the remarkable outcomes achieved over the five-year study period. Dr. Gilligan also addresses the implications of the findings for payers, providers, and patients, offering a holistic perspective on the therapy's clinical and economic significance. Join Chris and Saul as they uncover the remarkable impact of this novel therapy and explore its broader implications for patients, physicians, and payers in the healthcare ecosystem. Resources:  Watch this amazing interview here. Connect with and follow Chris Gilligan on LinkedIn here. Learn more about ReActiv8-B Trial 3-Year Patient Outcomes Data here. Listen to Dr. Chris’s previous interview. Visit the Mainstay website here.
January 24, 2024

Leading Through Change in Healthcare with Holly Kalua, CEO at NurseCoach.Co

Discover the profound potential of precision medicine for specific patient groups and how AI is set to transform administrative tasks into closed-loop systems in surgical procedures. Insights from a Seasoned Nurse Leader, Holly shares her journey spanning over 30 years as a nurse leader, navigating major industry shifts from paper to electronic records, hospital mergers, the nursing shortage, and more. Learn how to lead teams through disruption and create cultures focused on communication and continuous learning. Resources: Connect with and follow Holly Kalua on LinkedIn.
January 24, 2024

The Power of Connection: SeamlessMD’s Multi-Platform Approach to Transforming Healthcare with Joshua Liu, CEO of SeamlessMD

Imagine a platform that guides patients through their care journeys, providing reminders, tracking symptoms, and connecting them with their care team. In this episode, Joshua Liu, CEO of SeamlessMD, shares his journey from clinical practice to founding SeamlessMD. He discusses his company's digital care journey platform, which aims to engage and monitor patients across various healthcare journeys. Dr. Liu highlights the challenges patients face in following medical instructions and staying connected with care teams, emphasizing the importance of technology, automation, and a multi-platform approach to address these issues. He explains how the platform aims to improve patient compliance, enhance remote monitoring, and facilitate better communication between patients and healthcare providers. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Liu also touches upon the scalability of the platform, its role in reducing clinician burnout, and the broader goal of improving patient outcomes and experiences in the healthcare industry. Tune in to learn more about the innovative work being done at SeamlessMD and the future of patient-centered care. Resources:  Connect and follow Joshua Liu on LinkedIn, and Twitter and email him here. Visit SeamlessMD’s LinkedIn and website.
January 23, 2024

The Healthcare Challenge of Doing More With Less with Paul McRae, Director at Nordic Global

The healthcare industry's challenge lies in doing more with less, as organizations with single-digit margins strive to innovate within cost constraints. In this episode, Paul McRae, Director at Nordic Global, highlights Nordic's extensive experience in the electronic medical record space. Specifically, he emphasizes their unique approach that spans performance improvement, digital health practices, and managed services. Paul discusses the challenges in the healthcare industry, where organizations need to do more with less due to single-digit margins, prompting conversations about cost reduction and optimization. He also delves into insights from the conference, noting the growing emphasis on revenue cycle management and the evolution of discussions beyond EMR data to operational excellence and data-driven decision support.  Tune in and learn how Nordic is positioned to guide healthcare organizations through the waves of change and innovation in the industry. Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect with and follow Paul McRae on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Nordic Global on their LinkedIn and website.
January 22, 2024

Trusted Health Information in an Overloaded World with Jenny Yu, MD FACS, the Chief Health Officer for Healthline Media

How can personalized information and education help address the challenges in healthcare? In this episode, Dr. Jenny Yu, MD FACS, the Chief Health Officer for Healthline Media, discusses the importance of accessible and reliable health information, the affordability of healthcare, and the promotion of healthy lifestyle choices. She highlights Healthline.com's collaboration with various healthcare providers and its focus on delivering accurate and comprehensive content. In this conversation, Dr. Yu underscores the significance of cross-functional partnerships, advocating for an integrated approach to patient care. She also encourages listeners to stay updated with Healthline.com's forthcoming initiatives aimed at addressing education, access, and cost-related challenges in the healthcare domain. Tune in to learn why reliable healthcare information and collaborations are needed to transform the healthcare ecosystem. Resources: Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Follow Healthline Media on LinkedIn. Visit the Healthline Media Website and here.
January 19, 2024

A Closer Look At AI’s Impact on Workforce Productivity with Krishna Velaga, founder and Chief Technology Officer at Orbit Healthcare

Embrace technology to supercharge workforce productivity, not replace jobs. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Krishna Velaga, the founder and Chief Technology Officer at Orbit Healthcare, who talks about how his company specializes in AI and RPA technology for patient access and claims denials, automating tasks like reading insurance card images and verifying benefits in real-time. He also emphasizes that AI isn't replacing jobs but empowering staff for increased productivity, addressing workforce burnout post-COVID. Krishna also explores the evolving perception of AI, with leaders bridging the gap between fear and gain, promoting technology adoption for enhanced efficiency. He highlights that ChatGPT is normalizing AI, and notes its broader applicability compared to Orbit's specialized focus on the medical industry's nuances.  Tune in and learn about the transformative role of AI in healthcare, dispelling myths, and embracing technology for a more productive and efficient future! Resources:  Watch this entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Krishna Velaga on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Orbit Healthcare on their LinkedIn and website.
January 19, 2024

The Critical Connection Between Healthcare And Nutrition with Lauren Driscoll, the founder and CEO of NourishedRx

Poor diet is the number one risk factor for death and disease in the US.  In this episode, Lauren Driscoll, the founder and CEO of NourishedRx, explains how her organization goes beyond providing meals, focusing on instigating lasting, sustainable dietary changes, and teaching individuals to fish for their health and well-being. She explains how she and her team drive health and health equity by providing comprehensive, personalized solutions to address nutrition and food insecurity, highlighting: the ability to offer a range of food and content, scalability through technology, and a focus on lasting dietary change. Sharing success metrics, she discusses high engagement rates, satisfaction levels, and positive outcomes, including significant medical cost savings for health plans. As the discussion unfolds, Lauren touches on setbacks, such as the importance of validating data in healthcare contracts, and explores the role of generative AI in enhancing efficiency and personalization.  Tune in and learn the importance of personalization in achieving health equity, and discover the diverse factors influencing your nutrition needs! Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect with and follow Lauren Driscoll on LinkedIn.  Learn more about NourishedRxl on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about the United States of Care on LinkedIn and on their website. Listen to Lauren’s previous interview on the podcast here. Contact Lauren at Lauren@NourishedRx.com.
January 18, 2024

Revolutionizing Healthcare Compliance: A Summary with MedTrainer

The Rethinking Compliance series with MedTrainer is officially available, unlocking a wealth of insights into healthcare compliance and innovative solutions to navigate the ever-evolving landscape. In this episode, Saul Marquez presents the main takeaways of the five engaging episodes from the series with MedTrainer that spotlight key compliance aspects and how technology transforms this critical healthcare landscape. Episode one features Steve Gallion, emphasizing the pivotal role of technology in cultivating a culture of compliance. Saul underscores Steve's journey from founding a medical waste company to revolutionizing healthcare compliance with MedTrainer's advanced platform. Dr. Hira Rashid takes the stage in episode two, shedding light on policy and compliance in healthcare. She delves into federal training, data collection, and regulatory adherence, offering valuable insights on staying ahead in an ever-evolving healthcare environment. Brent Althoff joins the conversation in episode three, unveiling the intricacies of healthcare credentialing and its profound impact on compliance and revenue cycles.  Episode four explores the symbiotic relationship between technology, compliance, and operations, featuring Kevin Stineman's two decades of expertise. The series concludes with Brian Williams in the fifth episode, exploring the three dimensions of compliance—people, process, and infrastructure.  Tune in and learn more about reshaping compliance, enriching understanding, and gaining tools to navigate the dynamic realm of healthcare Resources: Learn more about MedTrainer on their LinkedIn and on their website here.  Listen to the entire Rethinking Compliance series here. Episode 1: Steve Gaillon - Understanding the Intersection of Technology and Compliance here. Episode 2: Dr. Hira Rashid - The Impact of Health Policy on Your Compliance Strategy here. Episode 3: Brent Althoff - Protecting the Revenue Cycle With Credentialing here. Episode 4: Kevin Stineman - Technology in Healthcare: Stop Trying To Do it All Right Now here. Episode 5: Brian Williams - Compliance Isn't Just the Policy here.
January 17, 2024

Insights into the Evolving Landscape of Medical Imaging with Ashley Flood, Lead Imaging Systems Analyst at Hamilton Health Care System

What does it take to manage 500 daily imaging studies? In this episode, Ashley Flood addresses the challenges Hamilton Health Care Systems faces in healthcare imaging, including CT scanner installation, data management, and telehealth implementation. She stresses the importance of proactive measures, communication, and collaboration in navigating the complexities of healthcare technology and patient care. Tune in to learn more about the complexities of modern healthcare imaging solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Ashley Flood on LinkedIn. Follow Hamilton Health Care System on LinkedIn. Visit the Hamilton Health Care System Website!
January 17, 2024

The Road to High-Value Care with Terry Boch, the Chief Executive Officer of Clarify Health Solutions

Today, the United States is experiencing the worst health outcomes among any of the other high-income nations despite spending the most. In this episode, Terry Boch, the Chief Executive Officer of Clarify Health Solutions, shares her excitement about leading Clarify and highlights the company's unique position in addressing challenges within healthcare. Terry emphasizes the breadth and talent of the Clarify team, whose goal is to improve patient care, increase outcomes, and lower healthcare costs, by sharing some of their success stories, including collaborations resulting in billions of dollars in savings and revenue for healthcare organizations. She covers Clarify's role in supporting the shift to high-value care, empowering providers with insights, and fostering collaboration between payers and providers. In this conversation, Terry also details Clarify's strategic vision for growth, emphasizing investment in data assets and tailoring insights to address market needs.  Tune in and discover why Clarify Health excels in healthcare analytics and value-based payments with its exceptional data, commitment to quality, and dedicated team. Resources:  Watch the whole interview here. Connect with and follow Terry on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Clarify Health Solutions on LinkedIn and their website. Learn more about Clarify’s Atlas platform here.
January 16, 2024

Your Healthcare Experience Matters, and It’s About to Change with Peter Yesawich and Stowe Shoemaker

People tend to have better experiences in hospitality than they do in healthcare. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes healthcare leaders and authors Dr. Peter Yesawich and Dr. Stowe Shoemaker to discuss their new book, "Hospitable Healthcare," which emphasizes the need for healthcare to learn from the hospitality industry to improve patient care. Leveraging their expertise in hospitality and healthcare, the authors tackle patient experience challenges, urging the healthcare industry to integrate hospitality strategies and principles. The conversation delves into their research methodology, involving interviews with executives and a consumer survey, revealing five key deficits in patient experience, ranging from transparency in service costs to service recovery. To address these deficits, Peter Yesawich and Stowe Shoemaker introduce the "PAEER" model, emphasizing preparation, anticipation, engagement, evaluation, and reward, providing a user-friendly framework with anecdotes for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance patient care. Tune in and learn how adopting hospitality principles can transform the patient experience in healthcare! Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect with and follow Peter Yesawich on LinkedIn.  Learn more about MMGY Global on their LinkedIn and website. Find out more about the University of Nevada on their LinkedIn and website. Connect with and follow Stowe Shoemaker on LinkedIn. Buy Peter’s and Stowe’s book, Hospitable Healthcare, at Barnes and Noble, here. Get a copy of their book on Amazon here.
January 15, 2024

Powering Next Generation Behavioral Health Care with Melissa Reilly, Douglas Nemecek, and Harry Ritter

Learn how Evernorth Health Services and Alma are empowering providers to deliver high-quality care and demonstrate successful outcomes. In this episode, Melissa Reilly, the Evernorth Chief Strategy Officer of Behavioral Health, Douglas Nemecek, the Evernorth Chief Medical Officer of Behavioral Health, and Dr. Harry Ritter, founder and CEO of Alma, share how they are transforming the behavioral health landscape. Harry shares how his team assists behavioral health clinicians in providing modern care by offering technology and infrastructure. They are centered around supporting and empowering providers in the mental health sector, who have traditionally operated independently. Through technology and their service platform, Alma fosters a sense of community, enabling these providers to participate in the modern healthcare system, collaborate with partners like Evernorth, and deliver affordable, high-quality care. Doug and Melissa discuss how they are focused on improving access to high-quality behavioral healthcare by simplifying the complex behavioral health journey for individuals, making it easy for them to receive the care they need. They use data from various sources, including medical, behavioral, and pharmacy information, to help people access the right care. Harry, Doug, and Melissa shed light on the importance of measurement in providing behavioral care. They discuss how measurement-based care strategies help strengthen and optimize patient care and foster collaboration with provider groups like Alma. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with these remarkable guests as they share their insights and experiences in revolutionizing the behavioral healthcare landscape.  Resources: Visit the Evernorth Website. Follow the Evernorth on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Melissa Reilly on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Doug Nemecek on LinkedIn. Visit Alma on their Website. Connect with and follow Harry Ritter on LinkedIn.
January 12, 2024

How MDaudit Keeps Healthcare Organizations Ahead in Claims with Joseph Squadrito II, a sales engineer at MDaudit

MDaudit emphasizes proactive risk management, allowing healthcare organizations to be ahead of potential issues in their claims. In this episode, Joseph Squadrito II, a sales engineer at MDaudit, explains how his organization uses generative AI to focus on a payer's claims data, providing a first line of defense against potential denials and billing issues. He explains how MDaudit, as a billing compliance and revenue integrity platform for healthcare organizations, offers a 360-degree view to audit claims, mitigate risks, and maximize revenue. Joe shares insights from the conference, highlighting the implementation of conversational AI into their platform, a feature that allows users to ask business questions in plain English, eliminating the need for complex skills to navigate dashboards. He also emphasizes the value of this technology, especially in addressing high-impact charges that might face denials.  Tune in to discover how MDaudit leverages AI to streamline billing compliance and revenue integrity in the healthcare industry. Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect with and follow Joseph Squadrito II on LinkedIn.  Learn more about MDaudit on their LinkedIn and website.
January 12, 2024

Leveraging Technology to Drive Effectiveness and Efficiency with Deloitte Cyber & Strategic Risk leaders Steph Meehan, partner, and Keith Brogan, managing director, at Deloitte & Touche LLP

Leveraging machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance cyber threat detection may help to secure life sciences and health care organizations. In this podcast episode, Deloitte Cyber & Strategic Risk leaders Steph Meehan, partner, and Keith Brogan, managing director, at Deloitte & Touche LLP, share their extensive experience in third-party risk management and cybersecurity. Both express their passion for working with life sciences and health care organizations because things are always changing. Keith discusses the challenges posed by a rapidly evolving threat landscape and emphasizes the shortage of skilled professionals. Steph underscores the need for organizations to rethink their third-party risk management programs, using technology to streamline assessments and monitoring, moving away from traditional compliance-driven approaches. Steph also encourages listeners to challenge existing paradigms in third-party risk management, advocating for adaptive and resilient frameworks, while Keith stresses the importance of embracing change in the face of evolving threats. Tune in for valuable insights into leveraging advanced technologies to transform cybersecurity strategies in the health care and life sciences sectors! Resources: Connect with and follow Keith Brogan on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Steph Meehan on LinkedIn. Listen to our previous interview with Raj Mehta and Tiffany Kleemann on the changing landscape of cyber operations here. Check out Deloitte’s website to read their insights and learn about their services and solutions Read Cybersecurity forecasts. Explore Deloitte’s Global TPRM Survey.
January 11, 2024

The Key To Finding Fulfillment In Dentistry with Craig Spodak, Co-Founder of Bulletproof Dental Practice and Dental Director of Spodak Dental Group

Understanding why aspiring dentists choose dentistry is key to their career trajectory. In this podcast episode, Dr. Craig Spodak shares insights on disrupting and revolutionizing the dental profession and explores the complexities of entrepreneurship in dentistry, challenging the conventional narrative of scaling up and becoming a CEO and advocating for authenticity, adaptability, and happiness over financial goals. He also emphasizes that the future of dentistry lies in understanding individual motivations, staying abreast of technology, and fostering a supportive team environment.  Tune in and learn how dentists can embrace change and find fulfillment in a profession that goes beyond financial gains! Resources: Connect with and follow Craig Spodak on LinkedIn. Follow Spodak Dental Group on LinkedIn. Discover Spodak Dental Group’s Website. Learn more about Bulletproof Dental Practice on their website and LinkedIn. Listen to Craig’s podcast, Bulletproof Dental Practice, here. Buy Craig’s book, The Bulletproof Practice, here.
January 11, 2024

Creating Opportunities for the Visually Impaired with Jimm Cobb, Vice President for New Business Development at Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind

Most people don’t know that there’s a 70% chance you do not have a job if you have a disability or are visually impaired. In this episode, Jimm Cobb, Vice President for New Business Development at Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind, sheds light on their impactful work in supporting the blind, visually impaired, veterans, and those with disabilities. Chicago Lighthouse offers a range of social work programs, including early childhood support, a K-12 school, and a unique factory where visually impaired or blind individuals craft designer clocks. In this conversation, Jimm shares some insights regarding the limitations of AI in comparison to the irreplaceable human touch, as Chicago Lighthouse's visually impaired staff are doing an excellent job in contact centers, proving that people are crucial in this work. He also emphasizes the organization's mission-driven approach and invites engagement through LighthouseEnterprises.org for those interested in their healthcare administrative services.  Tune in to discover how the Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind combines mission-driven goals with innovative solutions in the healthcare ecosystem! Resources:  Connect with and follow Jimm Cobb on LinkedIn.  Learn more about The Chicago Lighthouse on their LinkedIn and website. Visit Lighthouse Enterprises to learn more about their services here. Contact Lighthouse Enterprises at (312) 447-3259.
January 10, 2024

Protecting the Revenue Cycle With Credentialing with Brent Althoff, Director of Credentialing Operations at MedTrainer

Learn more about how to navigate the complex healthcare credentialing process effectively and ensure organizational compliance by visiting https://outcomesrocket.health/medtrainer/ In this episode, we have Brent Althoff, Director of Credentialing Operations, as part of the entire series on Rethinking Compliance with MedTrainer. Brent sheds some light on the critical drivers behind credentialing and its impact on compliance and revenue cycle. Using his vast experience with payers and providers, Brent addresses the complexities of credentialing, highlighting the need for automation tools and strategies to streamline the credentialing process, improve efficiency, and maximize the revenue cycle. Brent also offers guidance on the best ways for executive leadership teams to support and enhance credentialing efficiency. He also identifies emerging trends in credentialing and how healthcare institutions can stay ahead of the curve. Join us as we dive deep into the world of credentialing with Brent Althoff and discover the key areas to focus on to ensure compliance, optimize revenue, and provide quality care. Resources: Explore MedTrainer’s Website. Connect with and follow Brent Althoff on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn.
January 10, 2024

Healthcare Evolution: Lisa Shock on Population Health and AI’s Role

Let’s explore the multifaceted concept of population health across different sectors and its intersection with AI!  In this episode, Lisa Shock talks about AI’s role within the industry and delves into challenges like healthcare disparities and illiteracy and their implications on cost and efficiency. She discusses the holistic nature of healthcare, underscores the importance of trust in patient-provider relationships, and advocates for adapting to individual patient needs and preferences. Tune in for a thought-provoking session with Lisa, a leader at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Lisa Shock on LinkedIn.
January 10, 2024

The Impact of Generative AI on Healthcare with Dr. Stefano Bini, an endowed professor of Orthopedics at UCSF and Chief Technology Officer

Large language models enhance patient communication by answering questions and providing easily digestible medical information. In this episode, Dr. Stefano Bini, an endowed professor of Orthopedics at UCSF and Chief Technology Officer, explores the potential of generative AI models in healthcare. The conversation kicks off with insights into the Digital Orthopedics Conference San Francisco (DOCSF), an event focusing on digital health within the musculoskeletal vertical, of which he is the founder and chair. Stefano highlights the integration of generative AI into Orthopedics, emphasizing the role of large language models, which present a user-friendly interface functioning as chatbots to answer patient questions, streamline communication, renew medications, and simplify medical explanations. Dr. Bini envisions the future ROI of AI in healthcare, focusing on resource allocation and system optimization.  Tune in and learn about the transformative potential of generative AI in healthcare and how it’s reshaping patient communication! Resources:  Watch the video interview here. Connect with and follow Stefano Bini on LinkedIn.  Find out more about the DOCSF podcast here. Visit the University of California, San Francisco’s LinkedIn and website. Buy Stefano Bini’s book, The Team Management Strategy, here. Watch DOSCF’s two-part webinar about Generative AI here.
January 9, 2024

The DNA of Success with Stan Rose, President of Rose Ventures

Always be prepared for inevitable, unexpected events in business and create a regular practice to navigate through them effectively. In this episode, Stan Rose, President of Rose Ventures, shares the keys to success as an entrepreneur in healthcare and his book "Can't Tame a Mongoose," which delves into navigating unexpected events in business. He shares his inspiring journey into healthcare innovation and entrepreneurship, which was motivated by his broad curiosity and the desire to make impactful discoveries that would improve people's lives. Stan discusses his experiences with the aspects of corporate culture, including building strong networks, financing, and adapting to unexpected events, all central to succeeding as an entrepreneur in healthcare. He explains how his upcoming book, "Can't Tame a Mongoose," delves into these critical aspects and provides real-world examples that offer valuable lessons for entrepreneurs. Tune in to discover insights and lessons from Stan's remarkable journey in the world of healthcare innovation. Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect and follow Stan on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Rose Ventures on its website.
January 8, 2024

Making Healthcare Data Work with Charlie Harp, founder and CEO of Clinical Architecture

Prioritizing data integrity and seamless interoperability will have a transformative impact in the increasingly digitized healthcare ecosystem. In this episode, Charlie Harp, founder and CEO of Clinical Architecture, talks about the challenges and importance of data quality and interoperability within the healthcare sector. He emphasizes the complexities involved in evaluating data quality and implementing strategies for its improvement. Charlie highlights the importance of comprehensive measurement and the need for strategic investments and technological advancements to address these challenges effectively. Moreover, he underscores the significance of maintaining flexibility in data usage to accommodate the decentralized nature of healthcare and the critical role that high-quality, accessible data plays in improving healthcare services and ultimately influencing patient outcomes. Tune in and learn more about the need for continued efforts and advancements in the field of data management to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare industry!  About Charlie Harp: Charlie Harp is the founder and CEO of Clinical Architecture, an industry-leading healthcare data quality solutions provider. Charlie has over 35 years of experience as a healthcare software engineer focused on creating tools to better utilize and understand data. He led his team to develop the first deterministic algorithm-based engine for automating semantic interoperability. Charlie often speaks on clinical data quality and usability and is the host of the Informonster Podcast. Things You’ll Learn: Evaluating data quality in healthcare involves assessing millions of data points for each patient. Improving data quality in healthcare is not just a technical task but a strategic endeavor that necessitates significant investment and allocation of resources. Achieving healthcare data interoperability requires balancing standardized data practices with the flexibility needed for different healthcare institutions to operate effectively. Technology can play a significant role in alleviating the burden of data quality management, allowing for more efficient and accurate data assessment and integration. Despite challenges, incremental steps are being taken in the healthcare industry to enhance data quality and management, reflecting the dedication of healthcare professionals and the industry's commitment to progress. Resources: Connect with and follow Charlie Harp on LinkedIn. Follow Clinical Architecture on LinkedIn. Visit the Clinical Architecture Website. Listen to the Informonster podcast here.
January 5, 2024

Leveraging AI for Denials Prediction with Jeremy Sturgill, VP and Chief Product Officer, and Suzette Rahn, VP and Chief Operating Officer, from BRSi

Enhancing revenue cycle management by preventing denials through provider education, AI, and automation. In this episode, Jeremy Sturgill, VP and Chief Product Officer, and Suzette Rahn, VP and Chief Operating Officer, both from BRSi, shed light on the valuable solutions BRSI is delivering to the healthcare ecosystem, particularly in denials management and utilizing AI for prediction. They discuss BRSi's background, its initial focus on denials management in healthcare, and its evolution into various healthcare spaces. Jeremy and Suzette then touch on the company's innovative use of AI, particularly a beta product for denial prediction. They also emphasize the importance of collaboration and partnerships in addressing healthcare challenges, highlighting the company's rebranding to BRSI.  Stay tuned as Jeremy and Suzette share their insights and how healthcare professionals can reach out to them for more information. Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect and follow Jeremy on LinkedIn here. Connect and follow Suzette on LinkedIn here. Visit BRSi’s LinkedIn and website.
January 4, 2024

Unveiling Healthcare: The Key Role of Price Transparency with Greg Kay, Senior Vice President at PMMC

Price transparency is a key focus to have, as the federal government is driving openness to both quality and price data. In this episode, Greg Kay, Senior Vice President at PMMC, sheds light on his company’s role in ensuring hospitals are paid correctly by payers, negotiating optimal reimbursement terms, and strategically pricing services. Greg delves into the critical area of price transparency, driven by federal regulations, such as the No Surprise Act and Price Transparency Regulations. He emphasizes the importance of compliance, educating consumers on healthcare costs, and leveraging data for hospitals to enhance negotiating positions with payers. Greg also underscores the transformative impact of transparency on the healthcare industry and the need for hospitals to adapt to changing regulations and consumer expectations.  Tune in and learn about the evolving landscape of healthcare reimbursement, compliance challenges, and the pivotal role of organizations like PMMC in navigating these changes! Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect with and follow Greg Kay on LinkedIn. Follow PPMC on LinkedIn. Learn more about PPMC on their website.
January 3, 2024

Exploring Acupuncture and Integrative Health with Jimmy Yen, the CEO of Achieve Integrative Health

Imagine a pioneering technology integration in traditional Chinese medicine for innovative healthcare solutions in the US.  In this episode, Jimmy Yen, the CEO of Achieve Integrative Health, shares his fascinating journey into the healthcare industry, the innovative strategies at his clinic, and the revolutionary advancements in acupuncture that have redefined the patient experience. Jimmy explores Achieve Integrative Health's unique approach, which focuses on a "service above self" model to prioritize patient care and provide assistance even to those who may not become their patients. He shares some details about the QRA acupuncture technique, emphasizing the clinic's commitment to not only provide relief but also correct and restore the body. Saul and Jimmy also touch on the impact of technology in the healthcare field and what Jimmy recently learned in his Asia travels to bring innovative techniques to the US.  With valuable insights and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in alternative health practices and the future of healthcare. Resources:  Watch this interview here. Connect and follow Jimmy Yen on LinkedIn here. Explore Achieve Integrative Health’s LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and website.
January 2, 2024

Effortless Updates: The ‘Set and Forget’ Approach to Data Narratives with Steven Wasick, the founder and CEO of infoSentience

LLMs are great with text but struggle with extensive structured data and expressing insights about it. In this podcast episode, Steven Wasick, the founder and CEO of infoSentience, introduces their AI platform and how it’s already impacting healthcare by turning vast datasets into human-like narratives, thus providing valuable insights. Unlike general generative AI, infoSentience specializes in handling large structured datasets, offering a unique solution for organizations overwhelmed by data. Steven explains how infoSentience collaborates with IU Health to automate doctor bios, ensuring continuous updates for accuracy and time savings. He also shares how the platform's versatility extends to sports, with CBS Sports and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, providing customized reports and adopting a journalistic approach as it weaves key moments into compelling stories. Tune in to learn how infoSentience's innovative AI platform transforms data into actionable insights, revolutionizing the approach to data analysis! Resources:  Connect with and follow Steven Wasick on LinkedIn.  Learn more about infoSentience on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Steven’s previous interview on the podcast here.
December 29, 2023

From Space to Your Home: The Tech Behind Clinical Grade Wearable Sensors with Pierre-Alexandre Fournier, co-founder and CEO of Hexoskin

Empowering patients is the driving force behind Hexoskin, which aims to decentralize healthcare and make services more accessible. In this episode, Outcomes Rocket welcomes Pierre-Alexandre Fournier, co-founder and CEO of Hexoskin, for an insightful discussion around his journey into the healthcare space, driven by the goal of making healthcare more accessible and efficient. He introduces Hexoskin, a Montreal-based company specializing in clinical-grade wearable sensors and AI software for health and clinical research. Over the past four years, the company has achieved significant milestones, including installations on the International Space Station, utilization by Chris Hemsworth on Disney+, and continuous growth in the research community with over 200 published papers. Throughout this conversation, Pierre delves into the Hexoskin shirt's capabilities, measuring ECG signals, breathing patterns, activity, and sleep metrics, and discusses challenges in large healthcare organizations, emphasizing the need for accelerated adoption of digital health technologies within a 12-month timeline. Tune in and learn how Hexoskin is pioneering remote patient monitoring and contributing to advancements in healthcare research and treatment strategies! Resources:  Connect with and follow Pierre-Alexandre Fournier on LinkedIn  Follow Hexoskin on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Hexoskin on their website! Listen to Pierre-Alexandre Fournier's previous episode on the podcast here! Watch Limitless, starring Chris Hemsworth, on Disney+ here. Reach out to Hexoskin’s team at contact@Hexoskin.com.
December 28, 2023

The Upside of Transparency in Dental Practices with Geoff Ligibel, President and CEO of 42 North Dental

The influx of money and private equity into dentistry isn't just about financial growth, it’s about investing in a future that prioritizes clinical excellence and patient experiences. In this episode, Geoff Ligibel, the President and CEO of 42 North Dental, discusses the evolution of dental service organizations and the transformative power of transparency, technology, and AI in dentistry. Geoff, along with Mariya and Jonathan, share insights on how AI is not just revolutionizing patient-facing communication but also improving diagnostic processes, compliance tracking, and the overall business of dental practices.  So brace yourself for a thought-provoking exchange that navigates through the challenges and successes of modern dentistry! Resources: Connect with and follow Geoff Ligibel on LinkedIn. Follow 42 North Dental on LinkedIn. Discover 42 North Dental Website!
December 28, 2023

The Influence of VR Therapy in Reshaping Healthcare Practices with Veena Somareddy, CEO of Neuro Rehab VR

Patients actively request the integration of virtual reality into their personalized therapy plans. In this episode, host Saul Marquez dives into the world of virtual reality healthcare with Veena Somareddy, CEO of Neuro Rehab VR. Veena shares insights into the exciting developments of her team, focusing on building virtual reality therapy exercises for physical therapy. She explains the versatility of their comprehensive device used for neuro and orthopedic cases, even delving into mental health components, and showcases the platform's evolution by revealing new applications, AI integration, and a certification program. Veena mentions her excitement about the impact on providers' well-being and emphasizes that therapists are also using mental health apps for relaxation.  Join the discussion and learn how Neuro Rehab VR is making waves in healthcare, supporting veterans, and envisioning a future where VR becomes a standard of care!  Resources:  Connect and follow Veena Somareddy on LinkedIn. Follow Neuro Rehab VR on LinkedIn and Instagram. Visit Neuro Rehab VR’s Facebook and Twitter pages! Learn more about Neuro Rehab VR on its website. Listen to Veena’s previous episode on our podcast here!
December 27, 2023

The Future of Healthcare at Home: Insights from Carl Brodarick, Senior Vice President of Managed Care Contracting and Hospice Development at AccentCare

At healthcare's forefront, a commitment to innovation, strategic care mastery, and transformative impact emerge.  In this episode, Carl Brodarick shares his comprehensive view on the shift in healthcare from hospitals to homes. He talks about AccentCare's position as a leading private organization, addressing challenges in managed care contracting, highlighting telehealth's role, expanding into palliative care, and noting the impact of insurance companies' vertical integration in healthcare. Tune in and learn about the latest trends in homecare, the role of personal assistant support, and Carl's vision for advanced illness management! Resources: Connect with and follow Carl Brodarick on LinkedIn. Follow AccentCare on LinkedIn. Visit the AccentCare Website! Explore job opportunities at Accent Care here! Discover healthcare news outlets like Home Health Care News, Becker’s Hospital Review, Modern Healthcare, Crain’s New York Business, and Health Exec.
December 27, 2023

The Future of Dementia Care with Malaz Boustani, Co-Founder and Chief Health Officer at DigiCARE Realized

Two decades of collaborative innovation have reshaped policies, showcasing the transformative power of interdisciplinary collaboration. In this episode, Malaz Boustani, an agile and innovative implementation neuroscientist, author, and entrepreneur, discusses the groundbreaking advancements and policy changes related to brain health, particularly dementia care. He shares the challenges and successes of creating a comprehensive care model for dementia patients and their caregivers. Malaz delves into the model's positive outcomes, the hurdles faced within the fee-for-service healthcare system, and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation's announcement to test an alternative payment model for evidence-based dementia care services. He explains how this new payment model includes per-member-per-month payments to healthcare organizations and additional funds for patient respite care, aiming to enhance accessibility and sustainability. Get ready to be inspired and informed about the challenges and triumphs in crafting a transformative care model for dementia patients and their caregivers. Resources:  Connect and follow Malaz on LinkedIn here. Visit Malaz’s website. Check out Malaz’s previous Outcomes Rocket episode!
December 26, 2023

How Technology Is Revolutionizing Diabetes Prevention with Gary Rothenberg, Director of Medical Affairs at Podimetrics

11% of the US population has diabetes, but the bigger problem is pre-diabetes. In this episode, Dr. Gary Rothenberg, Director of Medical Affairs at Podimetrics, shares insights into the challenges of diabetes-related foot complications and the significance of early intervention. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Rothenberg emphasizes the impact of social determinants of health, especially in underrepresented communities, and highlights the alarming rise of diabetes. He explains Podimetrics' innovative approach, utilizing remote temperature monitoring to predict and reduce the risk of amputations. Dr. Rothenberg also stresses the importance of accessibility and equal preventive care for underserved communities, presenting the challenges of access, cost, and trust in healthcare systems. Tune in and learn how Podimetrics is revolutionizing diabetes care and prevention! Resources:  Connect and follow Gary Rothenberg on LinkedIn here. Follow Podimetrics on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Podimetrics on its website here.
December 22, 2023

Navigating Growth Strategies in Health Tech with Afsaneh Naimollah, Managing partner of Xen Partners

Let’s explore healthcare's digital frontier, where administrative automation and clinical AI converge, shaping a future of unprecedented possibilities. In this episode, Afsaneh Naimollah, Managing partner of Xen Partners, talks about the role of technology, challenges in innovation, and the transformative potential of generative AI. She discusses her role within Xen Partners, as a translation engine in healthcare acquisitions, and her involvement in mentoring both early-stage and established healthcare companies. Afsaneh touches on the hurdles faced by companies, the importance of embracing technology, and the promising impact of generative AI on healthcare, spanning education, administrative tasks, and potential clinical applications. She also invites listeners to subscribe to her insightful monthly newsletter, providing a concise editorial and highlighting significant deals in the global healthcare industry. Tune in to learn more about the transformative potential of generative AI and how Afsaneh and Xen Partners are reshaping the healthcare landscape. Resources:  Connect and follow Afsaneh Naimollah on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Xen Partners on its website. Reach out to Afsaneh at Afsaneh@XenPartners.com if you’re interested in receiving Xen’s monthly newsletter. Listen to Afsaneh’s previous Outcomes Rocket episode!
December 21, 2023

The Fascinating Intersection of Medicine and Law with Dr. Armin Feldman, the founder and CEO of MD Business Consultants and Physicians Legal Consultants

If you do something consistently and stick with it, it tends to work out. In this episode, Dr. Armin Feldman, the founder and CEO of MD Business Consultants and Physicians Legal Consultants, discusses his journey and lessons learned from being a psychiatrist to specializing in forensic medicine, particularly medical-legal consulting. With over 16 years of experience, Armin shares insights into the growing field and how he transitioned from owning head injury rehabilitation clinics to consulting with attorneys on pre-trial and pre-litigation cases. He explains the challenges faced by individuals seeking insurance coverage after accidents, emphasizing the role of personal injury attorneys and the need for medical expertise in negotiating and settling cases. Dr. Feldman also expresses his passion for his mission and highlights his accomplishment of having trained over 1600 physicians nationwide in medical-legal consulting, providing a lucrative and fulfilling side gig.  Dr. Feldman's insights can empower attorneys to navigate medical complexities and physicians to discover lucrative non-clinical opportunities while making a meaningful impact on people's lives, so don’t miss out on this episode! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Armin Feldman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Physicians Legal Consultants on their website. Listen to Armin’s previous interview on the OR podcast here! Check out Armin’s podcast on Apple Podcasts!
December 21, 2023

How Convenience is Reshaping Healthcare with Dr. Aasim Saeed, the CEO and Founder of Amenities Health

Health systems need to compete on experience, not just brand prestige. In this episode, Dr. Aasim Saeed, the CEO and Founder of Amenities Health, discusses his mission of improving the healthcare experience by providing a digital front door and patient loyalty platform for health systems. Dr. Saeed highlights the challenges health systems face, including the competition from retail giants entering the healthcare space, such as Amazon and Walmart. Driven by the belief that health systems should offer amenities comparable to those in hospitality, he explains how Amenities Health aims to help health systems enhance patient experience. Dr. Saeed also stresses that healthcare organizations’ primary goal should be the convenience and loyalty of their customers and urges them to compete on these matters, as they are crucial to transforming healthcare. Tune in and learn how health systems can stay ahead in the evolving healthcare landscape by prioritizing patient experience and convenience! Resources:  Connect and follow Aasim Saeed on LinkedIn here. Follow Amenities Health on LinkedIn. Learn more about Amenities Health on its website.
December 20, 2023

Patient Care as the Core of Transformative Technologies in Healthcare

Integrating telehealth solutions into operational workflows is a game-changer for healthcare organizations. In this episode, Christina Bell, National Senior Director of Telehealth and Digital Strategies at Pediatrix Medical Group discusses the challenges and opportunities in adopting new technologies, sustaining telehealth services, and ensuring patient satisfaction. Christina shares her extensive experience in healthcare operations, digital and information innovation transformation space, and working for a national provider group that deploys physicians to over 43 states and territories across the US. She delves into the significance of telehealth technology in bringing care to patients, the use of diagnostic monitors with cameras, streaming ultrasounds for prenatal and postnatal care, and maintaining HIPAA compliance while handling data across numerous hospitals.  Join us as we uncover the latest trends and developments in telehealth and gain expert insights from Christina on navigating the digital transformation in healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Christina Bell on LinkedIn. Follow Pediatrix on LinkedIn. Explore the Pediatrix Website. Connect with and follow Tim Kelley on LinkedIn. Follow TeleRay on LinkedIn. Check out the TeleRay Website.
December 20, 2023

Unlocking the Promise of Value-Based Care Contracting in Healthcare with Katy Lankester, Advisor at Redesign Health

Aligning provider incentives with quality and cost reduction in value-based care contracts promises to enhance patient care. In this episode, Katy Lankester, an advisor in Redesign Health, dives into the topic of value-based care, the promise it holds, and the barriers faced in the contracting process. Katy delves into the challenges associated with value-based care contracting, particularly the complexities of the process and the barriers that need to be overcome. She sheds light on emerging solutions and technologies that are poised to streamline the value-based care contracting process, making it more efficient and effective. Katy also provides key considerations for adopting these solutions and emphasizes the need for a thoughtful approach based on each organization's unique needs and goals. If you're curious about diving deeper into the world of value-based care contracting and its potential to drive positive change in healthcare, you won't want to miss this episode. Resources:  Connect and Follow Katy Lankester on LinkedIn. Visit Redesign Health’s LinkedIn and Website for more information. Learn more about Syntax, Accorded, Nuna, and Edifecs. Check out Emily Walker’s posts about value-based care on LinkedIn.
December 19, 2023

Revolutionizing Cancer Care and Clinical Trials with Dana Dornsife, Founder and Chief Mission and Strategy Officer at Lazarex Cancer Foundation

In the realm of cancer, knowledge, and readiness for support are key to accessing vital resources and services. In this episode, Dana Dornsife, the Chief Mission and Strategy Officer at Lazarex Cancer Foundation, shares her inspiring efforts to improve cancer health outcomes and address healthcare disparities. Dana shares her personal experience with a family member's pancreatic cancer diagnosis led her to establish the Lazarex Cancer Foundation and highlights the challenges that cancer patients face in accessing clinical trials and navigating the complexities of treatment options. She mentions how Lazarex Cancer Foundation has been providing clinical trial navigation and financial assistance to cancer patients for whom clinical trials present a lifeline in battling their disease. Furthermore, Dana also emphasizes the critical role of industry stakeholders, highlighting meaningful partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to drive change and address healthcare disparities at the local level. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the groundbreaking initiatives and challenges in the fight against cancer. Resources:  Connect and Follow Dana Dornsife on LinkedIn. Visit Lazarex Cancer Foundation’s LinkedIn and Website for more information. Listen to the previous interview with Dana here.
December 19, 2023

Leveraging Legal and Regulatory Frameworks in Healthcare Technology with Alya Sulaiman, Partner at McDermott Will & Emery

Interoperability and data access play a critical role in healthcare innovation and digital health solutions. In this episode, Alya Sulaiman, Partner at McDermott Will & Emery, delves into the complex world of healthcare law and technology. Alya shares some insights in developing and deploying innovative technologies such as predictive analytics, decision support algorithms, EHRs, interoperability tools, and digital therapeutics. She explains how her experience is not solely limited to legal frameworks but also includes meaningful interactions with the practical applications of these technologies. In this conversation, she recounts how the intersection of technology and the legal landscape directly impacted her healthcare journey, showcasing the tangible impact of her work. Don't miss out on the valuable insights this episode shares about the intersection of healthcare and technology. Resources:  Connect and Follow Alya Sulaiman on LinkedIn and email her here. Visit McDermott Will & Emery’s LinkedIn and Website for more information.
December 18, 2023

The Alarming Surge of Community Violence and Its Healthcare Implications with Dr. Jason Stopyra, Enterprise Director of Workplace Violence Mitigation for Advocate Health

The CDC has stated that community violence is at a critical level and a real threat to public health in the United States. In this last episode of the series, Dr. Jason Stopyra, the Enterprise Director of Workplace Violence Mitigation for Advocate Health, delves into the rising issue of violence in communities and its impact on healthcare settings. Dr. Stopyra focuses on the critical need for healthcare systems to partner with the community in addressing violence as a public health threat, exploring successful strategies like homegrown community groups that involve healthcare leaders, clergy, barbers, and law enforcement working collaboratively to reduce violence's impact. Jason discusses the lasting trauma healthcare workers face when dealing with victims of community violence and stresses the importance of trust, which is a foundational element in patient care that, when missing, leads to increased fear and anxiety. Dr. Stopyra also mentions the significance of kindness in rebuilding trust and talks about the use of advanced technology, such as mass weapon detection systems, as a practical approach to improving security without compromising the healthcare environment's warmth.  Tune in and learn about the intersection of community violence and healthcare, recognizing the value of a safety culture in providing the best patient care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jason Stopyra on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Explore Advocate Health’s Website! Learn more about Advocate Health’s Resident Wellbeing resources here!
December 18, 2023

Elevating Healthcare with Telemedicine and Personalized Care Advancements with Glenn Davis, the Global Manager of Smart Health at Niterra Ventures

Uncover the transformative trends shaping the future of healthcare in this insightful conversation. In this episode, Glenn Davis, the Global Manager of Smart Health at Niterra Ventures, talks about his passion for healthcare and technology, drawing from his extensive international experience and dedication to improving patient lives through technology. Glenn discusses the company’s focus on new revenue streams in digital health and its unique position as a healthcare player in a traditional automotive company. He sheds light on the company's strategic investments and partnerships, as well as their shift towards tech-enabled services and the shift from traditional hospital-based care to delivering more services at home. Glenn shares valuable insights from his global experiences, and the remarkable story of Nepalese climber Nimsda, on navigating setbacks and the importance of perseverance. Listen to this episode and learn about the importance of creating compelling, impactful value propositions in the healthcare industry. Resources:  Connect and follow Glenn Davis on LinkedIn here. Follow Niterra on LinkedIn and learn more about them on their website.
December 15, 2023

The Impact of Digital Twins on Personalized Health Solutions with Jahangir Mohammed, the founder and CEO of Twin Health

Over half of the people in the US are afflicted with one or another chronic metabolic disease. In this episode, Jahangir Mohammed, the founder and CEO of Twin Health, discusses the pressing issue of chronic metabolic diseases affecting over half of the U.S. population and the limitations of merely controlling symptoms. Jahangir delves into the unique factors contributing to metabolic dysfunction and outlines the five key elements that Twin Health targets for personalized, systematic intervention. He touches on the significance of sensors and AI in creating individualized digital twins to guide users toward healthier choices and highlights the success of Twin Health's approach, with over 60% of participants experiencing significant improvements in diabetes and hypertension. Jahangir also addresses the challenges of long-term adherence and distinguishes Twin Health as a proper medical service, partnering with large employers and health plans. Tune in and learn how Twin Health is revolutionizing healthcare by addressing the root causes of chronic diseases! Resources:  Connect and follow Jahangir Mohammed on LinkedIn here. Follow Twin Health on LinkedIn and learn more about them on their website.
December 15, 2023

Redefining Preventative Healthcare with Chris Michalak, CEO at Virgin Pulse

Imagine a platform that leads the charge, placing individuals at the heart of healthcare decisions with innovative digital and concierge solutions for preventive care. In this episode, Chris Michalak, CEO at Virgin Pulse, shares insights into Virgin Pulse's mission to change lives for the better through their focus on preventive healthcare and their unique approach to empowering individuals to manage their health effectively. Chris discusses how his company is adding value to the healthcare ecosystem by providing a comprehensive digital platform, coaching services, and tools for navigating the complexities of healthcare with a member-centric approach. He also shares their recent merger with HealthComp and explores the exciting opportunities that arise from this strategic move and how it positions the company to have a greater impact on healthcare delivery. Furthermore, Chris emphasizes the importance of holistic healthcare, addressing mental health as well as physical health, and the critical role employers and healthcare providers play in supporting the well-being of individuals and families. Tune in to learn how Virgin Pulse is revolutionizing healthcare and driving better health outcomes for individuals and their families. Resources:  Connect and Follow Chris Michalak on LinkedIn here Visit Virgin Pulse’s LinkedIn and Website for more information.
December 14, 2023

Rewriting the Rules of Dental Service Organizations with Chris Salierno, Chief Dental Officer at Tend

Transforming the dental care landscape requires a disruptive strategy that includes developing intentional patient experiences and embracing technological advancements. In this episode, Chris Salierno discusses how Tend is revolutionizing the DSO space with its disruptive model, intentional patient experiences, and emphasis on innovation. He highlights tech's role in dentistry, emphasizing Tend's innovative startup culture and foreseeing a positive future shaped by an enthusiastic younger generation seeking mentorship. Tune in to explore the dynamic fusion of technology and mentorship that propels Tend to the forefront of dental innovation! Resources: Connect with and follow Chris Salierno on LinkedIn. Follow Tend on LinkedIn. Discover the Tend Website! Pick up a copy of Danny Meyer’s book “Setting the Table” here!
December 14, 2023

How Healthcare Can Change Course to Promote Equitable Care with Victor Waters, Chief Medical Officer for Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center

It’s time to step into the ongoing battle for health equity and the hospital's groundbreaking efforts to combat chronic kidney disease disparities. In this episode, Victor Waters delves into health equity and initiatives addressing chronic kidney disease. He highlights persistent disparities, particularly in obstetrical complications among black women, and advocates for impactful leadership and diversity in healthcare to build trust with underserved populations. Listen to this episode and learn about the challenges of health equity, building trust with underserved populations, and the pivotal role of technology in shaping the future of patient-centered care!  Resources: Connect and follow Victor Waters on LinkedIn. Follow Dignity Health on LinkedIn. Explore the Dignity Health Website! Follow CommonSpirit Health on LinkedIn. Explore the CommonSpirit Health Website!  About Memora Health: Memora Health is the leading technology platform for virtual care delivery and complex care management. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, life science companies, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for patients and care teams. The company’s platform digitizes and automates complex care workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication on their care journeys.
December 14, 2023

Compliance Isn’t Just the Policy with Brian Williams, Vice President of Compliance at MedTrainer

Compliance has its fingerprints on everything in the organization, far beyond just creating policies. In this episode, Brian Williams, Vice President of Compliance at MedTrainer, delves into the concept of compliance in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of translating policies into real-world practices. Brian shares insights on the three dimensions of compliance—people, processes, and infrastructure—and stresses the role of C-suite leaders in supporting compliance efforts. He introduces the concept of 'radios,' individuals who positively influence and report compliance issues within an organization. Brian explores the CEO's role in strengthening compliance relationships through visibility, attitudes, and support. Brian also highlights the crucial role of technology in efficiently disseminating compliance information.  Tune in and learn valuable strategies for creating a culture of compliance in healthcare organizations! Resources: Connect with and follow Brian Williams on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn. Explore MedTrainer’s Website.
December 13, 2023

Restoring the Joy of Medicine: Erez Druk’s AI Vision Against Administrative Burden

In healthcare, administrative challenges distance clinicians from patient care. In this episode, Erez Druk and his startup Freed.AI address this critical issue. By leveraging AI to automate the cumbersome process of documentation, Freed.AI aims not just to streamline workflows but to rekindle passion and purpose in healthcare. Erez Druk's vision extends beyond mere efficiency; it's about nurturing an environment where doctors and nurses can focus on what truly matters - patient engagement and care. Tune in and learn how Freed.AI's compassionate technologies address the challenges of administrative burdens, fostering an environment where doctors and nurses can focus on meaningful patient engagement. Resources: Connect with and follow Erez on LinkedIn. Learn more about Freed on LinkedIn. Discover more about Edez’s company, Freed, on their website. Become familiar with ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude.  Get $50 off your first month using Freed.AI: Go to GetFreed.AI to start your free trial See if you like it If you do, use this $50 discount code at checkout: CHALK24
December 13, 2023

The Unexpected Power of AI in Transforming Healthcare Practices with Bryce Payne, VP of Business Development at TCN

The buzzword in healthcare right now is AI, and TCN focuses on AI augmenting the agents rather than replacing them. In this episode, Bryce Payne, VP of Business Development at TCN, explains TCN's omnichannel approach to patient communication, covering voice, email, chat, SMS, and virtual agents. Bryce emphasizes the platform's role in the entire patient lifecycle, from appointment reminders to collections. He touches on industry insights, highlighting the challenges healthcare faces in balancing technology and maintaining slim profit margins. Bryce also shares TCN's focus on AI, particularly in using automated agents to enhance patient interactions, reduce call times, and improve overall experiences.  Tune in and learn how technology is reshaping patient engagement in the healthcare ecosystem! Resources:  Connect and follow Bryce Payne on LinkedIn here. Follow TCN on LinkedIn and learn more about them on their website.
December 12, 2023

The Future of Patient Monitoring Today with Blake Tatum, the US Commercial Leader at Medtronic Patient Monitoring

The goal of healthcare technology and equipment is not to be flashy, but to save people’s lives.  In this special episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Blake Tatum, who shares his pathway to becoming the US Commercial Leader at Medtronic Patient Monitoring. Blake highlights his organization’s role in healthcare and their commitment to patient safety. He delves into the intricacies of monitoring technology and explains how Medtronic Patient Monitoring is evolving in response to dynamic healthcare needs. Blake also touches on the increasing significance of IT and services in the industry, but mainly focuses on the intersection of consumer-grade and medical-grade technology, with a spotlight on wearables and remote sensing. Blake anticipates a rise in remote sensing technology and the integration of high-fidelity medical data for quicker and more informed decision-making, as healthcare shifts rapidly.  Tune in to this insightful podcast to learn about the exciting innovations at Medtronic Patient Monitoring and the transformative potential of remote sensing technology in healthcare! Resources: Connect and follow Blake Tatum on LinkedIn here. Follow Medtronic Respiratory and Monitoring Solutions on LinkedIn. Learn more about Medtronic on their website.
December 12, 2023

Innovation, Collaboration, Compassion: A Leadership Philosophy with Jed Rudd, Chief Operations Officer of Tribal Health

As leaders, developing strong followership skills and supporting compelling ideas is crucial. In this episode, Jed Rudd, Chief Operations Officer of Tribal Health, emphasizes the shift from clinician to leader, highlighting the power of conscious leadership and evidence-based practices. Jed and his team at Tribal Health focus on serving underserved communities with a mission to attract compassionate healthcare professionals. He delves into the transformative impact of AI in healthcare staffing and the importance of building strong relationships with tribal communities. Jed addresses the challenges of leadership, sharing insights from his experiences and emphasizing the crucial balance between good intent and political savvy. He believes leaders and followers alike should actively support initiatives they find valuable and foster a collaborative environment where success is shared, creating positive transformations within healthcare. Tune in and learn how compassionate leadership and innovative practices can bring positive change to healthcare outcomes! Resources:  Connect and follow Jed Rudd on LinkedIn here. Follow Tribal Health on LinkedIn and learn more about them on their website. Buy the book From Start-Up to Grow-Up by Alisa Cohn here. Get a copy of the book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter here. Grab High Output Management by Andrew Grove here. Brow Quint Studer’s books here. Buy The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership here.
December 11, 2023

The Impact of Robotic Process Automation in Healthcare with A.J. Hanna, Senior Director of Customer Development at Element Blue

Initiate effective discussions on automation in healthcare by strategically navigating the decision-making process. In this episode, A.J. Hanna, Senior Director of Customer Development at Element Blue, shares insights about the growing need for automation in healthcare and the challenges organizations face in adopting this technology. He highlights the importance of advising clients on the right places to look for automation opportunities and identifying the metrics to consider when deciding what processes to automate. A.J. also emphasizes the importance of focusing on the right business processes for automation to drive immediate value.  Join us as we explore the potential of robotic process automation in healthcare and learn how organizations can start their automation journey on the right foot. Resources:  Connect and Follow AJ Hanna on LinkedIn here. Stay in touch with AJ Hanna via email here.   Visit the Element Blue Website here for more information.
December 8, 2023

A Deep Dive into Digital Biomarkers for Cognitive Impairment with Liam Kaufman, co-founder at Winterlight Labs

Changes in healthcare don't happen quickly, but the horizon is full of new opportunities to embrace. In this episode, Liam Kaufman, co-founder at Winterlight Labs, explains how his company utilizes digital biomarkers, analyzing speech and machine learning, to quantify cognitive impairment and mental health. Liam highlights they are adding to the healthcare ecosystem by providing efficient and objective measures for pharmaceutical companies to gauge treatment effectiveness, and shares the significant impact of voice biomarkers, detailing how they enable quicker and more objective assessments compared to traditional methods. He emphasizes the role of technology in remote patient testing, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's disease, and underlines the potential of large language models like ChatGPT to automate administrative tasks in healthcare. Liam also reflects on the current landscape of digital health, expressing optimism amid challenges and foreseeing positive changes in the industry. Tune in and learn about the cutting-edge work at Winterlight Labs and the evolving landscape of digital health! Resources:  Connect and follow Liam Kaufman on LinkedIn here. Follow WinterLight Labs on LinkedIn. Learn more about WinterLight Labs on their website. Listen to Liam’s previous interview here.
December 8, 2023

Evolving Security Measures to Meet the Changing Needs of Life Sciences and Health Care with Amit Chhikara, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP and Justin Rowe, Managing Director at Deloitte & Touche LLP

One of the most significant cyber risks organizations consistently need to address is human error. In this episode, Amit Chhikara and Justin Rowe, Principal and Managing Director at Deloitte & Touche LLP, respectively, delve into cybersecurity and risk management in the life sciences and healthcare industries. They stress the significance of a robust identity program to bolster security and explore various trends and emerging technologies in cloud security and identity management. Furthermore, Amit and Justin highlight the distinctions in the cybersecurity journey between life sciences and healthcare organizations. They both advocate for a well-thought-out strategy and encourage organizations to prioritize the fundamentals over chasing after the latest trends. Tune in to discover how to enhance your organization's security posture in these critical industries and take your cybersecurity efforts to the next level! Resources: Connect with and follow Amit Chhikara on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Justin Rowe on LinkedIn. Follow Deloitte on LinkedIn. Check out Deloitte’s website and learn about their latest innovations! Read about ransomware attacks in health care in this article Learn more about cloud cybersecurity in health care in this blog
December 7, 2023

Unlocking the Potential: How Venture Capital Reshapes Healthcare with Tom Kluz, a Managing Partner at Niterra Ventures

Venture capital is an instrument for impactful change across the entire healthcare value chain. In this episode, Tom Kluz, a Managing Partner at Niterra Ventures and a seasoned expert in healthcare venture capital, highlights the cross-pollination between healthcare and other industries, such as clean tech. Tom highlights the growing presence of individuals with deep tech backgrounds entering healthcare to catalyze transformative change, expressing a clear motivation to impact human lives directly. He explores the various challenges in healthcare, from legislative issues to economic perspectives, demonstrating a commitment to addressing its broken aspects. Furthermore, Tom shares insights from his podcast, where discussions center around the intersection of venture, health tech, and innovation. He also encourages entrepreneurs to persevere, assuring them that the right venture capital match will eventually materialize. Tune in and learn how innovation is shaping the future of healthcare and optimizing healthcare delivery! Resources:  Connect and follow Thomas Kluz on LinkedIn here. Learn more about projects at Niterra Group’s Venture Lab here. Follow Niterra Group’s Venture Lab on LinkedIn. Listen to Tom’s first podcast episode here! Buy Bill Reichert’s book, Getting to Wow, here.
December 7, 2023

Technology in Healthcare: Stop Trying To Do it All Right Now with Kevin Stineman, Chief Operating Officer at MedTrainer

The biggest mistake healthcare organizations face is thinking that software is going to solve their organizational and process mess. In this podcast episode, Kevin Stineman, Chief Operating Officer at MedTrainer, discusses the intersection of technology, compliance, and healthcare operations. Kevin, who has over 25 years of experience, shares insights into leveraging technology for efficiency in healthcare, drawing parallels from his background in the financial services industry. The conversation covers the importance of viewing technology partners beyond transactions, emphasizing the role of ongoing support and expertise. He also addresses the challenge of balancing technology for efficiency while maintaining a strong customer-centric focus in healthcare. Kevin provides a plethora of practical tips for leaders on deploying technology, emphasizing starting small and focusing on clear outcomes. Finally, he touches on creating a culture of problem-solving within organizations and mentions the mistakes people make when deploying new technologies. Tune in and learn how technology can be a competitive advantage in healthcare operations, driving efficiency and positive outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Kevin Stineman on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn and visit their website.
December 6, 2023

Beyond the Surface: Navigating Challenges in Caregiving with Alexandra Drane, co-founder and CEO of ARCHANGELS

In this episode, join us for a chat with Alexandra Drane, co-founder and CEO of ARCHANGELS, as we shine a light on the often-overlooked role of unpaid caregivers. Explore Alexandra's caregiving journey, marked by a compelling call to redefine health—emphasizing life and providing support for these unsung heroes. Dive into the challenges faced by caregivers and the vital importance of breaking down communication barriers, connecting them to existing resources, and uncovering potential market opportunities. Alexandra not only shares a unique approach to serving humanity but also chats about the growing trend in healthcare to understand and meet the specific needs of individuals, particularly unpaid caregivers. Additionally, we navigate the evolving regulatory landscape, highlighting the increasing recognition and support for caregivers within the healthcare system. Join the movement to recognize, assist, and uplift those who dedicate themselves to caregiving. Connect with ARCHANGELS for caregiver support and additional information. Your support matters—take action today. Resources: Connect with ARCHANGELS for caregiver support and additional information. Follow ARCHANGELS on their social media platforms: Twitter, IG, FB and LinkedIn Connect with Alexandra on Linkedin. Fireside Chat with Kaiser CEO, Greg Adams - Stay tuned for insights into a unique approach to serving humanity. Watch Alexandra talk about “The surprising metrics on unpaid caregivers” at the CNN - LIFEITSELF stage
December 6, 2023

Breaking Barriers: Innovations in Health Equity with Jay Bhatt, Managing Director at Deloitte

In this episode, Dr. Jay Bhatt, Managing Director at Deloitte, explores the critical realm of health equity innovations in healthcare. Dr. Bhatt delves into macroeconomic trends, sustainability, and digital advancements, emphasizing the imperative to address health equity. He highlights the potential to add nearly two decades of healthy life to every American through collaborative efforts across the healthcare ecosystem. Underscoring the impact of racism and bias, Dr. Bhatt urges proactive measures in operations, products, and community engagement. He shares impactful initiatives from the Deloitte Health Equity Institute, collaborating with major organizations like the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society. Dr. Bhatt unveils the far-reaching impact of health inequities on diverse populations—women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and rural communities. He advocates for addressing social determinants of health, promoting diversity in clinical trials, and envisions life sciences companies playing a pivotal role in fostering accessible and equitable healthcare. Tune in to delve deeper into Deloitte's impactful work in health equity.  Resources:  Follow and Connect with Dr. Jay Bhatt on LinkedIn  Check Deloitte’s Health Equity Institute page here
December 5, 2023

Amplifying Access: Pioneering Healthcare Innovation with Meena Mallipeddi, Co-founder and CEO of Amplify MD.

Welcome to a captivating episode exploring into healthcare innovation, featuring Meena Mallipeddi, Co-founder and CEO of Amplify MD. Join us as Meena shares the inspiring journey behind Amplify MD, a virtual medical group and SaaS platform addressing the critical challenge of specialty access in healthcare. Discover how their impactful solutions have led to a reduction in inpatient transfer rates, lower readmission rates, and an expanded reach for local patient treatment.  As we navigate the complexities of healthcare innovation and the hurdles within health systems, Mallipeddi leaves us with a thought-provoking perspective on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in reshaping medical practices. Amplify MD stands out not only as a solution but as a pioneer in redefining the healthcare landscape. Join the conversation on reshaping healthcare practices and promoting access for all. Your involvement can be a catalyst for positive change in the industry. Resources:  Connect and Follow Meena Mallipeddi on LinkedIn here Stay in touch with Meena Mallipeddi via email here.   Visit Amplify MD Website here for more information.
December 5, 2023

From Challenges to Solutions: Fostering Well-being Amidst Workplace Violence with Milla Felder, Vice President for Wellbeing at Advocate Health

If your team faces challenges regarding their wellbeing, the outcomes you deliver will be affected. In this episode, Milla Felder, Vice President for Wellbeing at Advocate Health, discusses workplace violence in healthcare. Milla highlights the impact of individual and organizational responses to violence, which not only affect the immediate aftermath but also long-term well-being and team dynamics, stressing the significance of personalized care and allowing the affected person to control their recovery process. Milla mentions that although critical incident stress debriefing was in high demand in 2000, they found out that depending on how it's done and what the goal is, it could retraumatize someone, causing them PTSD. Finally, she emphasizes the need for a collective effort to address workplace violence and create a safe and supportive healthcare environment. Tune in and learn how trauma-informed care can play a crucial role in preventing and mitigating the impact of workplace violence, and foster a culture of well-being and support in healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Milla Felder on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Explore Advocate Health’s Website! Learn more about Advocate Health’s Resident Wellbeing resources here!
December 4, 2023

Innovation Spotlight: Carahsoft in Healthcare with Lawrence Stowers, Senior Business Development Manager at Carahsoft

In this episode, Lawrence Stowers, Senior Business Development Manager at Carahsoft, unveils the integral role the company plays in advancing healthcare, setting the stage for a deep dive into transformative insights and strategies. Discover how Carahsoft actively shapes the healthcare landscape by customizing technology solutions for health systems and empowering vendors to identify lucrative opportunities in the sector. Lawrence Stowers shares exclusive takeaways from the Becker's Health I.T. conference, providing a firsthand look at the latest trends and advancements in healthcare technology. Connect with Carahsoft and visit their website for valuable insights, technology solutions tailored for health systems, and opportunities for vendors looking to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare sector. Resources: Connect and Follow Lawrence Stowers on LinkedIn Visit Carahsoft's Website here.  Check one of their recent AI Innovation blog posts here.
December 4, 2023

The Power of Building a Connected Community in Healthcare with Jim Trounson, the Mayor of Medvale

Health influencers can amplify their impact by collaborating with their field's thought leaders. In this episode, the Outcomes Rocket warmly welcomes Jim Trounson, the Mayor of Medvale, a distinctive virtual health delivery network. Jim notes that planning for our later years often lacks the attention given to our youth. He explores Medvale's concept as a mastermind group where members confidentially discuss healthcare matters. Highlighting the community's exclusivity, Jim mentions that invitations are the sole entry method. Jim also emphasizes the vital role of meaningful connections in healthcare and reflects on his fortunate contributions to the industry. Tune in to discover how Medvale is reshaping healthcare collaboration in our disconnected world! Resources: Connect with and follow Jim Trounson on LinkedIn. Follow Medvale on LinkedIn. Explore Medvale’s Website! Get to know Jim better by visiting his website! Listen to Jim Trounson’s previous interview here. Send Jim an email at jim@medvale.com
December 4, 2023

Tech-Driven Transformation: Illuminating Healthcare’s Path with Ed Yurcisin, Chief Technology Officer at NCQA

In this illuminating podcast episode, Ed Yurcisin, Chief Technology Officer at NCQA, sheds light on the organization's pivotal role in defining quality standards in healthcare and their ongoing journey into digitization. Discover the critical significance of data interoperability and adopting FHIR standards in the healthcare landscape. Ed Yurcisin emphasizes how these initiatives can catalyze improved care coordination and advanced data analysis. Dive into the potential advantages of bulk FHIR, exploring its transformative impact on data exchange and analytic capabilities. Ed Yurcisin leaves us with a resounding message—the transformative promise of interoperability and data standards is the key to reshaping the entire healthcare industry. Ready to explore the future of healthcare? Connect with this episode to gain valuable insights from a key industry figure. Stay tuned for potential follow-up discussions because the journey to reshape healthcare through interoperability and data standards is just beginning!  Resources: Follow and Connect with Ed on LinkedIn Follow NCQA on LinkedIn Visit NCQA’s Website
December 1, 2023

People over Paperwork with Allison Reichenbach, President of Interlace Health

Embark on an enlightening journey with Allison Reichenbach, President of Interlace Health, as she unveils groundbreaking insights in this podcast episode. Discover the complexity of healthcare workflows and Interlace Health's innovative solutions to address these challenges. Focused on process automation, the company revolutionizes the consenting process, bringing heightened efficiency and time savings to healthcare providers. Allison emphasizes the pivotal role of technology in healthcare. Her advocacy for embracing these advancements sets the stage for a more streamlined and effective future in healthcare operations. Ready to navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare workflows? Connect with this amazing episode to know more about it.  Resources: Follow and connect with Allison on LinkedIn Visit Interlace Health Website Email Allison here
December 1, 2023

Dental Innovations and the Future of Oral Care, with Chuck Cohen, Managing Director at Benco Dental

Work culture is crucial in delivering quality outcomes.  In this episode, Chuck Cohen delves into the history and future of dentistry. Chuck shares the transition from door-to-door dentistry instrument sales to focusing on preventive care and advanced restorative products. He also discusses the innovative trends in dentistry such as 3D printing, the importance of organized approaches to dentistry, and the education and prevention in oral care health coalesce. Be sure to tune in for an enlightening discourse about oral health, entrepreneurship, and the future of dentistry. Resources: Connect with and follow Chuck Cohen on LinkedIn. Follow Benco Dental on LinkedIn. Visit the Benco Dental Website!
November 30, 2023

Why Digital Health is Key for Improving At-Home Care with Kevin Riddleberger, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at DispatchHealth

In the past, people considered it impossible to deliver high-quality care at the patient’s home. Now, it’s becoming the new norm. In this episode, Kevin Riddleberger, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at DispatchHealth, explains how he and his team are revolutionizing home-based healthcare. Kevin emphasizes the importance of clinicians in digital health, highlighting their role in improving patient experiences and offering valuable insights. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in shifting care from traditional facilities to the home, addressing workforce shortages, and leveraging technology, including AI and telehealth, for effective patient engagement. Kevin advocates for clinicians to stay open-minded, network with thought leaders, and seize opportunities in the digital health space, while his future vision centers on expanding the system of care within the home and underscores the importance of collaboration among diverse clinical backgrounds. Tune in and learn about the rapid transformation of home-based care in he Resources: Connect and follow Kevin Riddleberger on LinkedIn. Follow DispatchHealth on LinkedIn. Discover the DispatchHealth Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health is the leading technology platform for virtual care delivery and complex care management. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, life science companies, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for patients and care teams. The company’s platform digitizes and automates complex care workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication on their care journeys.
November 30, 2023

Protecting the Revenue Cycle With Credentialing with Brent Althoff, Director of Credentialing Operations at MedTrainer

Stay informed to navigate the complex healthcare credentialing process effectively and ensure organizational compliance. In this episode, we have Brent Althoff, Director of Credentialing Operations, as part of the entire series on Rethinking Compliance with MedTrainer. Brent sheds some light on the key drivers behind credentialing and its impact on compliance and revenue cycle. Using his vast experience with payers and providers, Brent addresses the complexities of credentialing, highlighting the need for automation tools and strategies to streamline the credentialing process, improve efficiency, and maximize the revenue cycle. Brent also offers guidance on the best ways for executive leadership teams to support and enhance the efficiency of credentialing. He also identifies emerging trends in credentialing and how healthcare institutions can stay ahead of the curve. Join us as we dive deep into the world of credentialing with Brent Althoff, and discover the key areas to focus on to ensure compliance, optimize revenue, and provide quality care.  Resources: Connect with and follow Brent Althoff on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn. Explore MedTrainer’s Website.
November 29, 2023

The Business of Caring for Loved Ones at Home with Stephen Tweed, Founder and former CEO at Home Care CEO Forum

When it comes to home care knowledge, Stephen Tweed is undeniably the go-to expert. In this episode, Stephen Tweed shares insights on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the fast-growing of home care and discusses why taking care of loved ones at home is increasingly preferred. Stephen discusses creative solutions to address the caregiver shortage, starting a home care business, and the rising preference for at-home care; he also highlights the Home Care CEO Forum he created for industry leaders to share best practices, offering valuable insights into this essential yet fragmented sector. Tune in and learn how the home care industry is evolving, the challenges it faces, and the strategies employed to ensure efficient and effective home care services! Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Home Care CEO Forum on their website. Discover more about Stephen’s company, Leading Home Care, on their website. Email Stephen at stephen@leadinghomecare.com Grab a copy of Steven’s book, Conquering The Crisis.
November 29, 2023

Medtech Mastery: Sales Streamlined and Redefined with Mike Monovoukas, CEO of AcuityMD

In this episode of the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul Marquez engages with Mike Monovoukas, CEO of AcuityMD, to explore the challenges and innovations in MedTech commercialization. Learn how AcuityMD's specialized data and software tackle hurdles in MedTech commercialization, streamlining sales for reps by integrating CRM solutions and leveraging AI for enhanced productivity. Gain insights into the future of medtech, including valuable perspectives on ROI considerations in software and data investments. Stay ahead in the evolving medical technology landscape, and listen in for a deep dive into the challenges, innovations, and transformative potential at the intersection of medical technology, data, and artificial intelligence. Resources: Learn more about AcuityMD and Schedule a Demo on their website. Connect with Mike Monovoukas on LinkedIn.
November 28, 2023

The Future of Non-Contact Healthcare with Savan Devani, founder and CEO of BioTrillion

What if your smartphone could detect vital signs?  In this episode, Savan Devani, founder and CEO of BioTrillion, delves into the concept of non-invasive, non-contact healthcare. Savan explains how BioTrillion is leveraging smartphone technology to extract vital signs from a simple video selfie. Through their innovative software, they can measure five vital signs related to the brain, heart, and lungs from just a 10-second video selfie. This breakthrough technology opens up endless possibilities for remote healthcare and disease detection. Savan shares that what makes BioTrillion stand out is its approach to digital biomarkers. They go beyond traditional vital signs and delve into areas of the body that other companies do not measure.  So if you're a medical device company or a tech enthusiast, this episode is for you.  Resources: Connect with and follow Savan Devani on LinkedIn. Follow BioTrillion on LinkedIn. Explore BioTrillion’s Website.
November 28, 2023

An Expert’s Advice on Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare with Dr. Lynn Van Male, President of Lyn Van Male LLC.

It's never acceptable, especially in healthcare, to be bullied, intimidated, or harassed. In this podcast episode, Mary Beth Kingston interviews Dr. Lynn Van Male, President of Lyn Van Male LLC. Lynn highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to violence prevention, emphasizing that it involves everyone in the workplace, from employees to leadership. She highlights the need for training to recognize signs of escalation, intervening appropriately, and creating a reporting system. Lynn also stresses the individualized nature of threat management, discarding the notion of a one-size-fits-all approach. She then outlines protective factors and how healthcare organizations can use them to lessen the threat that certain behaviors pose. Lynn discusses the importance of de-escalation methods, focusing on their effectiveness when integrated into a broader strategy. Finally, according to Dr. Lynn Van Male, workplace violence is an ongoing procedure. Leaders must put these strategies into effect and be ruthless about adhering to them. Tune in and gain a holistic approach that can contribute to preventing workplace violence in your healthcare organization and fostering a safer environment! Resources: Get to know more about Dr. Lynn Van Male here. Read Dr. Elbogen’s studies on protective factors here.
November 27, 2023

Addressing Gaps in Nutrition Care with Tracy Warren, co-founder and CEO of Astarte Medical

Envision a platform dedicated to filling the void in nutritional support for pediatric patients. In this episode, Tracy Warren, co-founder and CEO of Astarte Medical, shares updates and insights on the work they are doing specifically in the field of precision nutrition for infants. Tracy explains the importance of the first thousand days and how nutrition during this critical period can shape long-term health outcomes. Tracy also discusses the challenges faced by clinical teams in providing optimal nutrition care and how Astarte Medical's platform addresses these gaps through EMR integration and data visualization. Furthermore, Tracy talks about the expansion of their platform into the cardiac ICU and their goal to make clinical nutrition accessible to a wider range of patients.  Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation on the impact of nutrition and the power of technology in improving outcomes for infants and children. Resources: Connect with and follow Tracy Warren on LinkedIn. Follow Astarte Medical on LinkedIn. Explore Astarte Medical’s Website. Listen to the previous interview with Tracy.
November 27, 2023

Empowering Crisis Response and Treatment with Nishi Rawat, Chief Clinical Innovation Officer at Bamboo Health

Here’s an interesting take on leveraging existing technology and care structures to address the mental health crisis. In this episode, Nishi Rawat talks about how she’s working with her OpenBeds initiative to improve access to mental health and substance disorder treatments. She explains how it seamlessly integrates with the 988 crisis helpline, offering efficient digital intake, assessment, and mobile crisis team dispatch, and emphasizes the importance of hands-on care. Listen to this episode and learn how Dr. Nishi Rawat is leading an important transformation in healthcare for mental health access and treatment! Resources: Connect with and follow Nishi Rawat on LinkedIn. Follow Bamboo Health on LinkedIn. Visit the Bamboo Health Website! Discover more about the OpenBeds solution here! Reach out to Bamboo Health at Connect@BambooHealth.com Learn more about the SAMHSA 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here!
November 23, 2023

Revolutionizing Healthcare Through Technology with Dr. Fatima Paruk, Chief Health Officer at Salesforce

In this episode, join us for a compelling interview with Dr. Fatima Paruk, Chief Health Officer at Salesforce and Senior Vice President of Industry Advisory for HLS. Dr. Paruk delves into the transformative role of technology in healthcare, emphasizing its power to enhance patient outcomes. She discusses the significance of leveraging technology to strengthen healthcare relationships and drive better results. The episode explores the game-changing impact of artificial intelligence in reducing the cognitive burden and costs associated with developing new drugs. Dr. Paruk's insights underscore the crucial intersection of healthcare and technology, paving the way for innovative solutions and improved patient care. Tune in now to explore the transformative potential of technology and artificial intelligence. Engage with Dr. Paruk and be part of the conversation shaping the future of healthcare and technology. Resources:  Connect and follow Dr. Paruk on LinkedIn. Check Salesforce's LinkedIn. Go to the Salesforce Website here. 
November 23, 2023

Wellness Unveiled: Navigating Health’s New Frontier with Alexa Mikhail, Health and Wellness Reporter at Fortune Magazine.

In this illuminating podcast episode, we delve into a dynamic conversation about a comprehensive exploration of the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness with Alexa Mikhail, Health and Wellness Reporter at Fortune Magazine.  Alexa underscores the significance of combating loneliness, increasing health span, and managing menopause within the workplace. Gain insights into the nuances of AI in healthcare and the urgent need to address clinician burnout. Be inspired and take actionable steps in addressing your own questions about living well and working well.  Join the conversation and stay tuned for promising further enriching discussions.  Resources:  Connect with and follow Alexa on LinkedIn. Follow Fortune Magazine on LinkedIn. Check Fortune’s website here.
November 22, 2023

A New Wave of Patient Care with Brittany Busse, Co-Founder, President, and Chief Medical Officer of ViTelHealth

Elevate your wellness journey with a health coach and community support for optimal health outcomes. In this episode, Brittany Busse shares her compelling journey from urgent care to focusing on supporting happy physicians & healthy patients by integrating digital health tools to enhance patient-physician relationships. Britanny emphasizes the importance of healthcare coaches and their profound understanding of a patient's community and barriers to health. Stay tuned to discover how the combination of wellness, patient collaboration, and the use of health technology can lead to cost savings, improved outcomes, and less burden on the healthcare system. Resources: Connect with and follow Brittany Busse on LinkedIn. Follow ViTel Health on LinkedIn. Explore ViTel Health’s Website
November 22, 2023

Building the Foundation for Technology-Driven Healthcare with Ed Finn, Business Development Manager of Fiber at Crown Castle

Ensuring frontline workers are equipped with the essential tools to elevate and enrich the overall patient experience is paramount. In this episode, Ed Finn, Business Development Manager of Fiber at Crown Castle, dives into the vital role infrastructure plays in advancing healthcare technologies. Crown Castle, a health facilities-based carrier, offers services such as dark fiber, and Wi-Fi managed fiber and owns 40% of the nation's towers, enabling customized Wi-Fi solutions. Ed explains why he collaborates with regional partners to promote healthcare solutions that align with their key performance indicators. He also highlights the use of ambient intelligence, emphasizing the importance of supporting those workers with the right tools and technologies to enhance the overall patient experience. Stay tuned to discover how Crown Castle is reshaping the future of healthcare infrastructure. Resources: Connect with and follow Ed Finn on LinkedIn and email him here. Email Karen Fetters and Jon Rosen. Follow Crown Castle on LinkedIn. Explore Crown Castle’s Website.
November 21, 2023

Crisis Text Line: A Lifeline for Those in Mental Health Crisis with Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line

Empowering lives in crisis, Crisis Textline offers 24/7 text-based mental health support, turning alarming statistics into stories of hope and resilience. In this episode, Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, delves into the importance of spreading awareness and normalizing conversations around mental health. Shairi highlights the alarming statistics that suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens and young adults. She emphasizes the disproportionate impact on youth of color, girls, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Shairi talks about the vital work they do in providing free, 24/7 text-based mental health support in English and Spanish. She shares how Crisis Textline is spreading awareness and reaching those in need, as well as how listeners can get involved and make a difference as volunteers.  Join us as we delve into this crucial conversation on mental health and learn how we can all contribute to making a positive impact. Resources: Connect with and follow Shairi Turner on LinkedIn. Follow Crisis Text Line on LinkedIn. Explore Crisis Text Line’s Website. 
November 21, 2023

Exploring Threat Assessment Strategies in Healthcare Settings with Randy Stephan, Vice President for Security, and Mark Concordia, Executive Director for Workforce Violence Prevention, at Advocate Health

Strong community partnerships and shared responsibility are vital for effective threat assessment and management in healthcare. In this episode, Mary Beth Kingston, Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health, discusses workplace violence prevention with Randy Stephan, VP for Security, and Mark Concordia, Executive Director for Workforce Violence Prevention. They focus on threat and risk assessment in healthcare, highlighting the importance of identifying and preventing targeted violence. The episode emphasizes the science and evidence-based approach to threat assessment and underscores the need for multidisciplinary partnerships, executive buy-in, expertise, resources, and governance in establishing effective programs. Mark and Randy also discuss external engagement and collaboration with law enforcement and community partners. Stay tuned as we explore the proactive strategies and collaborative efforts that contribute to creating safer environments within the healthcare industry. Resources: Connect with and follow Randy Stephan on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Mark Concordia on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Aurora Health on LinkedIn. Explore Advocate Aurora Health’s Website. Connect with and follow Mary Beth Kingston on LinkedIn. Learn more about Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Visit Advocate Health’s Website.
November 20, 2023

Predicting Healthcare Needs with Lisa Collins, CEO of Optum Advisory Services

Time is critical in healthcare, but so is data analysis.  Lisa Collins, the CEO of Optum Advisory Services and responsible for the payer, provider, and strategy and growth teams, discusses how they are developing their algorithms to predict the healthcare needs in a community. Today’s healthcare system is based on adapting to the patient volume changes they might get at any given time, and there’s a labor challenge to be tackled. Lisa also shares a quick dive into the revenue cycle at Optum and how they are deploying the technology. Every healthcare company now must concentrate on removing the administrative burden from the physicians’ shoulders.  Tune in to listen to this quick chat about predicting tools in healthcare!  Resources: Connect with and follow Lisa on LinkedIn. Follow Optum on LinkedIn. Discover the Optum Website!
November 17, 2023

The Secret to Successful Healthcare Lies in Empowering Patients with Ernie Ianace, Founder and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at VitalTech

Having an AI-based solution is not enough, it needs to be able to be applied seamlessly and easy for patients to use. In this episode, Ernie Ianace, Founder and Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at VitalTech, discusses how VitalTech's comprehensive virtual care platform aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the ease of healthcare delivery, offering remote monitoring of vitals, medication management, nutrition modules, and more. Ernie emphasizes the importance of making healthcare solutions patient-centric and easy for clinicians, highlighting the role of AI in enhancing healthcare systems. He underlines that the focus should be on enabling patients to become better participants in their own care.  If you're interested in the intersection of healthcare, technology, and providing patient-centric solutions, this episode is a must-listen! Resources: Connect with and follow Ernie Ianace on LinkedIn. Follow VitalTech on LinkedIn. Explore VitalTech’s Website.
November 17, 2023

The Changing Landscape of Cyber Operations with Tiffany Kleemann, Managing Director, Deloitte & Touche LLP and Raj Mehta, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP

As organizations recognize the inevitability of breaches, resiliency becomes a paramount concern in their cybersecurity strategy. Leveraging a skilled, extended workforce can help. In this episode, Tiffany Kleemann, managing director in Deloitte & Touche LLPs Cyber practice, and Raj Mehta, partner in Deloitte & Touche LLPs Cyber practice, share their insights on the challenges and strategies in managing cybersecurity at life sciences and healthcare companies. They highlight the increasing targeting of these industries by bad actors, the rapid pace of technological change, the difficulty in attracting and retaining cyber talent, and the emerging financial pressures that organizations now face. Raj and Tiffany shed light on cybersecurity as a strategic business risk, a shift due to regulatory changes for more disclosures of cyber incidents, and the recognition that cybersecurity can accelerate growth, support digital transformation, and enhance brand reputation for healthcare and life sciences organizations. Organizations should prepare for cyberattacks and focus on continuing operations during disruptions, which is why Raj mentions various tactics organizations are using to address cybersecurity challenges while balancing costs and skill sets. Don't miss this insightful episode as we explore the strategies deployed by life sciences and healthcare organizations in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Resources: Connect with and follow Tiffany Kleemann on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Raj Mehta on LinkedIn. Follow Deloitte on LinkedIn. Read insights on this topic on Deloitte’s Health Forward blog Learn about the SEC’s cyber ruling requirements here Read Deloitte’s 2023 Global Future of Cyber Report Source: https://www.hipaajournal.com/july-2021-healthcare-data-breach-report/  Source: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-cybersecurity-hospitals-idUSKCN0HJ21I20140924/
November 16, 2023

The Journey Toward Comprehensive Dental and Medical Integration with Stephen Thorne, Founder and CEO of Pacific Dental Services

Integrated health practices are key to facilitating a more holistic approach to patient well-being. In this episode, Stephen Thorne talks about the critical integration of dental and medical care and how maintaining oral health contributes to overall systemic well-being. He discusses implementing the integrated model in dental practices, highlighting the significance of advanced technology, the need for education, and the importance of restructuring reimbursement and coding systems for comprehensive care. Tune in to learn more about the potential positive impact of proactive dental care on overall healthcare costs! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Thorne on LinkedIn. Follow Pacific Dental Services on LinkedIn. Visit the Pacific Dental Services Website!
November 16, 2023

The Impact of Health Policy on Your Compliance Strategy with Hira Rashid Ph.D, Senior Program Manager of MedTrainer

To maintain quality patient care, staying up-to-date with changes in policy is crucial. In this episode, we have Hira Rashid Ph.D, Senior Program Manager of MedTrainer, as part of the entire series on Rethinking Compliance with MedTrainer, delves into the critical landscape of healthcare policy and compliance. Hira navigates this challenging terrain, staging federal compliance training, data collection, and ensuring organizations are following the proper regulatory procedures. She discusses her approach to identifying compliance needs, creating customized training plans, and staying adaptable in the face of changing healthcare regulations, especially within the context of multistate mergers and acquisitions. She discusses the importance of current security risk assessments and constructing training plans based on identified risks. She shares great insights into the trends in healthcare, such as the shifting away from a fee-for-service model towards more preventive and primary care. Hira sheds light on the different pain points in healthcare - from the shortage of primary care providers, particularly in rural and low-density areas, to the requirement of electronic health records systems for Medicare and large healthcare providers.  If you're intrigued by the challenges of keeping up with changing regulations, the importance of readiness and early implementation, and the role of technology in streamlining compliance, this episode is not to be missed!  Resources: Connect with and follow Hira Rashid on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn. Explore MedTrainer’s Website
November 15, 2023

Optimizing Healthcare Coding with Deep Learning AI with David Blanchard, Vice President of Sales at Fathom

Deep learning AI plays a crucial role in automating coding as guidelines become more complex. In this episode, David Blanchard, the Vice President of Sales at Fathom, shares insights into how Fathom utilizes deep learning AI to solve coding and automation issues within the healthcare ecosystem. David shares how Fathom utilizes deep learning AI to revolutionize coding automation, tackling staffing challenges and cost reduction goals within provider organizations. He highlighted how their technology functions integrate with the EHR to process a significant portion of the coding volume, freeing up resources for denial management, education opportunities, and improved documentation. He also delves into the significance of an effective automation strategy and the impact of staffing shortages in the industry, especially in the face of increasingly complex coding guidelines. David explains how Fathom’s work not only addresses these challenges but also opens up opportunities for better overall reimbursement outcomes in healthcare. Join us as we explore the innovative work of Fathom and the impact of deep learning AI in healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow David Blanchard on LinkedIn. Follow Fathom on LinkedIn. Explore Fathom’s Website.
November 15, 2023

The Broken System: A Nurse’s Raw Perspective on the Healthcare Crisis with Keith Carlson, Nurse Career Coach

Nurses are on the frontlines of healthcare, yet their voices often go unheard.  In this raw and unfiltered episode, experienced nurse Keith Carlson exposes the broken system he has witnessed in over 27 years in the field. Keith provides an insider's critique of profit-driven corporatization, toxic hospital culture, unsafe staffing, and other dysfunction plaguing healthcare - factors contributing to physician burnout, poor patient care, and a disillusioned nursing workforce. Tune in to hear this passionate nurse's perspective and insights into creating a healthcare system that lives up to its ideals by better supporting nurses and patients. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health Resources: Connect with and follow Keith Carlson on LinkedIn. Visit the Nurse Keith Coaching Website Listen to The Nurse Keith Show.
November 15, 2023

Navigating the Changing Landscape of Telehealth with Abby Losinski, Director of Telehealth at St. Luke’s Health System

How does telehealth improve healthcare resource utilization and patient convenience? In today's episode, Abby Losinski, Director of Telehealth at St. Luke's Health System, talks about how telehealth has revolutionized outpatient healthcare and the importance of adapting to meet consumer expectations. She highlights the implementation of on-demand virtual care and the challenges of selecting reliable technology for seamless patient-provider interactions, while also addressing efforts to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits through telehealth post-procedure consultations. Tune in and listen to an insightful conversation on how telehealth is revolutionizing the healthcare industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health Resources: Connect with and follow Abby Losinski on LinkedIn. Follow St. Luke's Health System on LinkedIn. Explore the St. Luke's Health System Website. Connect with and follow Tim Kelley on LinkedIn. Follow TeleRay on LinkedIn. Check out the TeleRay Website.
November 15, 2023

A Holistic Approach to Healthcare with An Innovative Platform with Dr. Tryggvi Thorgeirsson, the CEO of Sidekick Health

Imagine a digital health solution accessible via smartphones that empowers individuals to self-manage their health conditions and make informed, positive choices. In this episode, Dr. Tryggvi Thorgeirsson, the CEO of Sidekick Health, dives deep into their work, a digital health solution that aims to empower patients with chronic conditions to manage their health effectively. Tryggvi discusses the need for improvement in healthcare due to its inefficiencies, high costs, and reactive nature. He emphasizes the platform's holistic approach, integrating various therapies and conditions into one patient journey. He explains how Sidekick utilizes technology and patient-reported data to identify potential health risks and intervene early, ultimately saving lives. Tryggvi also sheds light on the importance of flexibility in their approach and how they collaborate with healthcare professionals, insurance companies, and patients.  Don't miss this episode to learn about the future of healthcare innovation and explore the transformative impact of preventive care. Resources: Connect with and follow Tryggvi Thorgeirsson on LinkedIn. Follow Sidekick on LinkedIn. Explore Sidekick’s Website.
November 14, 2023

How to Save Time and Increase the ROI with the Help of Automation in Healthcare with Scott Overholt, Chief Business Officer at Vyne Medical

Focus on practical automation solutions with immediate ROI rather than solely futuristic concepts. In this podcast episode, Scott Overholt, Chief Business Officer at Vyne Medical, shares how he and his team offer communication management solutions to over 800 healthcare facilities. Scott discusses the significant volume of document transactions they handle, particularly focusing on the automation solutions they provide to streamline the processing of faxes and electronic documents. He emphasizes the time-saving and cost-effective benefits of their automation technology in addressing challenges such as staffing shortages and high operational costs within the healthcare industry. Scott also highlights the importance of prioritizing practical automation solutions with immediate returns on investment rather than solely futuristic possibilities. Tune in and discover how automating routine tasks can save many hours of manual work, enabling your team to deliver improved healthcare outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Scott Overholt on LinkedIn. Visit Vyne Medical at their website. Follow Vyne Medical on LinkedIn.
November 13, 2023

Enhancing Safety with a Reporting Culture: Taking Action Against Violence in Healthcare with Karen Garvey, Vice President of Patient Safety and Clinical Risk Management at Parkland Health

Workplace violence in healthcare goes beyond physical aggression. In this episode, Mary Beth Kingston, Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health, discusses with Karen Garvey, Vice President of Patient Safety and Clinical Risk Management at Parkland Health in Dallas, the critical issue of workplace violence in healthcare, exploring various forms of workplace violence. Karen highlights the psychological impact of intimidation, harassment, and name-calling, which often go unreported in healthcare settings. She emphasizes the importance of creating a reporting culture and addresses the challenges in encouraging employees to come forward with their experiences. Karen discusses how the healthcare industry faces a significantly higher rate of violence compared to general business and industry.  Tune in to uncover the hidden reality of workplace violence in healthcare and explore strategies to enhance safety in the workplace. Resources: Connect with and follow Karen Garvey on LinkedIn. Follow Parkland Health on LinkedIn. Explore Parkland Health’s Website. Connect with and follow Mary Beth Kingston on LinkedIn. Learn more about Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Visit Advocate Health’s Website. What if you’re the bully? Read more to find out here.
November 13, 2023

Solving the Problem of Data Decay in Healthcare Provider Directories with Rick Bemis, the Chief Data Officer at the Ksquare Group

The outcomes of healthcare organizations can greatly benefit from operational optimization.  In this episode, Rick Bemis, the Chief Data Officer at the Ksquare Group, discusses how, as a consulting firm and managed services group, the company provides nearshore developers and accelerators for healthcare, focusing on provider directories and data optimization.  Rick shares insights on how their AI-based accelerator helps healthcare organizations improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, and ensure the quality of the information in provider directories. Throughout this conversation, he also highlights the significance of their platform for revenue-based solutions in the healthcare industry. He explains how the platform assists hospitals, payers, and medical groups to achieve operational efficiency, cost reductions, and improved data management. Tune in and discover the impact Ksquare has on both payers and providers! Resources: Connect with and follow Rick Bemis on LinkedIn. Follow the Ksquare Group on LinkedIn. Check out the Ksquare Group’s website.
November 10, 2023

Understanding the Intersection of Technology and Compliance with Steve Gallion, the co-founder and CEO of MedTrainer

A comprehensive healthcare compliance platform can empower organizations to enhance patient care, improve outcomes, and retain staff and patients. In the first episode of a five-part podcast series on Rethinking Compliance, guest Steve Gallion, the co-founder and CEO of MedTrainer, shares his journey and how it led him to create a culture of compliance in healthcare organizations. Steve discusses his insights gained from founding a medical waste company and his realization of significant issues with how healthcare compliance was being managed. He explores the role of technology in healthcare compliance and how it has transformed the industry, introducing his company, MedTrainer, a platform that goes beyond training to create a culture of compliance within healthcare organizations. He emphasizes the importance of content ownership and the proprietary nature of content deployment and prefers AI to be based on human expertise and vetted by field experts.  Discover how regulatory changes have shaped the trajectory of technology adoption in the healthcare industry and how MedTrainer's innovative toolset is revolutionizing compliance.  Resources: Connect with and follow Steve Gallion on LinkedIn. Follow MedTrainer on LinkedIn. Explore MedTrainer’s Website.
November 8, 2023

The Power of Associations in Healthcare with Steve Lieber, former CEO of HIMSS

In healthcare associations, adapting to change by recognizing challenges and opportunities is key for effective decision-making and impact. In today's episode, Steve Lieber, former CEO of HIMSS and seasoned healthcare management executive, shares his perspective on the role of associations in the healthcare industry and shares valuable insights on business strategies and opportunities for growth. Steve emphasizes the importance of understanding the environment, recognizing challenges, and driving revenue growth. He discusses the importance of identifying opportunities and focusing on the audience rather than just members in the context of associations, including healthcare and the for-profit sector. Steve also delves into the exciting developments in media and survey research that he has been involved in, highlighting the immense potential and impact they have in the industry.  Get ready to gain valuable insights as we explore the world of associations, media, and data analytics in this engaging episode! Resources: Connect with and follow Steve Lieber on LinkedIn. Listen to the Smart From The Start podcast. Follow HIMSS on LinkedIn. Explore Aviso Partners on LinkedIn! Email Steve here.
November 8, 2023

How Healthcare Legal Solutions Helps Hospitals Uncover Hidden Revenue with Desiree Charpentier, Managing Partner of Healthcare Legal Solutions

There's a big legal question mark about the future of healthcare due to the rapid rise of AI and technological innovation.  In this episode, Desiree Charpentier, Managing Partner of Healthcare Legal Solutions, talks about the operations and services of her law firm, which specializes in handling challenging accounts that hospitals cannot manage internally. Desiree explains the firm's focus on appealing denied claims with various payers, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and prominent private insurers. She emphasizes the firm's commitment to persistently pursuing these appeals for extended periods, aiming to maximize hospital reimbursements. She also discusses the evolving role of technology in their field, highlighting its use for improving productivity while stressing the continued necessity of human expertise in dealing with complex appeals. Tune in and take advantage of an exclusive glimpse into the strategies employed by a dedicated law firm specializing in healthcare reimbursements! Resources: Connect with and follow Desiree Charpentier on LinkedIn. Follow Healthcare Legal Solutions on LinkedIn. Discover Healthcare Legal Solutions’ Website!
November 7, 2023

Combatting Bullying and Incivility in Healthcare with Renee Thompson, Founder and CEO of Healthy Workforce Institute

There is more bullying in healthcare than in any other industry in the world. In this episode, Mary Beth Kingston, Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health, discusses with Renee Thompson, Founder and CEO of Healthy Workforce Institute, the adverse effects of bullying and incivility in the healthcare sector. Renee begins by shedding light on what bullying is and explains how bullying negatively affects the quality of care nurses and physicians provide. She offers recognizable patterns that healthcare staff can use to identify if they are the target of disruptive behaviors by their colleagues, points out key factors to consider before doing something about it, and provides actionable steps to confront the people causing it constructively. Renee believes that healthcare leaders should receive personalized and regular training on handling heated situations and rude behaviors in the healthcare sector, as they can’t be ignored. Listen to the talk and learn how to create a nurturing environment in your organization where bullying and incivility give way to collaboration and positive outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Renee Thompson on LinkedIn. Follow Healthy Workforce Institute on LinkedIn. Explore Healthy Workforce Institute’s Website! Connect with and follow Mary Beth Kingston on LinkedIn. Learn more about Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Visit Advocate Health’s Website! What if you’re the bully? Read more to find out here!
November 6, 2023

HLTH Matters: Telehealth Taking Care Delivery By Storm with Ron Emerson, ex Global Healthcare Lead at Zoom

Telehealth allows many providers to provide access and care to patients regardless of where they are. Zoom has changed care delivery worldwide in less than three years. Ron Emerson talks about embracing telehealth capacities within their multipurpose platform. Ron discusses digital-first hybrid models work, the decentralization of care, and incentivization systems as areas Zoom targets to impact how care is delivered positively. Learn how Zoom uses telehealth and virtual tools to improve healthcare accessibility and equity! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 3, 2023

Innovative Solutions for the Nursing Crisis of Today with Dave Palmisano, Senior Vice President at Orbis Education

The world is 5.7 million nurses short at the moment, and that is an issue that has to be tackled. In this episode, Dave Palmisano, Senior Vice President at Orbis Education, discusses how his company addresses the nursing shortage by collaborating with academic institutions and healthcare providers to offer an immersive nursing education experience. He explains the company's role in recruiting students for nursing programs and creating customized, practice-ready nurses through a unique model that involves online didactic education and in-hospital clinical rotations. Dave emphasizes the benefits of this model for healthcare systems facing a nursing shortage, highlighting Orbis's role as a facilitator and its widespread presence across various markets nationwide. He also stresses the importance of innovative approaches to address the challenges in the nursing sector and urges listeners to consider the flexibility and advantages offered by Orbis's strategy. Listen to this episode to discover a new approach to nurse training that accelerates care delivery, optimizes resources, and meets the growing demand for nursing professionals! Resources: Connect with and follow Dave Palmisano on LinkedIn. Follow Orbis Education on LinkedIn. Explore Orbis Education Website! Email Dave here: dave.palmisano@orbiseducation.com Call Dave at (817) 734-4065
November 3, 2023

We Can’t Make Healthcare Error-Free, But We Can Make The Errors More Traceable with Robert Laumeyer, the Chief Technology Officer at Auth AI with Availity

We need to automate tasks to give nurses and doctors more time for what they do best: saving lives. In this episode, we’re excited to have Robert Laumeyer, the Chief Technology Officer at Auth AI with Availity, discuss their focus on using AI to streamline the Prior Authorization process in healthcare. He emphasizes the system's capability to rapidly assess individual patient needs, reducing waiting times and stress. However, he acknowledges the challenge posed by the fragmented healthcare IT infrastructure, which hinders efficient data access. Despite this, the company has successfully implemented an electronic data transmission system, enhancing data quality and accessibility. Rob advocates for responsible AI development, urging consumers to demand transparent systems from vendors to improve the overall healthcare experience. Tune in to this unique episode to understand how this AI revolution could be the answer to delivering better healthcare and making a more significant impact! Resources: Connect with and follow Robert on LinkedIn. Follow Availity on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Availity here.  Check our YouTube Channel
November 2, 2023

Cultivating a Culture of Preventative Oral Health Care with Danny Grannick, CEO and Co-Founder of Bristle Health

Preventative care approaches can break new barriers in oral health, starting with diagnostics. In this episode of Think Oral Health, hosts Jonathan and Mariya talk with Danny Grannick about the shift that needs to happen in oral health towards a preventative model, sharing examples of how salivary diagnostics can avoid disease and reduce costs long term. Danny also points out the economic, physical, and mental barriers that are still in the way of adopting this type of model that makes everyone win. Tune in and learn more about how approaching oral health with a preventative model might be the lowest-hanging fruit fix for the healthcare industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 2, 2023

Reshaping Healthcare through Voice Infrastructure and AI Solutions with Ken Ohlson, an Enterprise Sales Professional at BluIp

AI is not as complicated or scary as it sounds. In this episode, Ken Ohlson, an Enterprise Sales Professional at BluIp, discusses how he and his team help public and private healthcare organizations harness the transformative power of conversational AI. Ken’s goal is to simplify the organizations they work with and make their workforce more productive and focused. Join this brief conversation and learn about how conversational AI is already starting to make a positive impact in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 1, 2023

The Lean Prescription: Implementing Improvements That Cure Inefficiency with Al Da Silva, Founder and CEO of DaSilva Consulting

Building on Part 1's introduction to Lean and Six Sigma, this podcast dives into the "how" - how to implement improvements and make them stick. Guest expert Al Da Silva draws from his healthcare experience to discuss critical steps like leadership commitment, culture change, staff training, and patient-focused design. He also talks about overcoming common challenges and the keys to long-term sustainability. Any healthcare leader looking to drive positive operational change through Lean and Six Sigma will find practical guidance in this episode. Tune in to discover how you can apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance your healthcare practice. Find the show notes, transcript, and resources by clicking on this link: outcomesrocket.health
November 1, 2023

Immunization Records At Your Fingertips with Michael Perretta CEO at Docket Health

Staying ahead of the curve is imperative for immunization record management, and Docket Health is making big efforts to bridge the gap in immunization data accessibility. In this episode, Michael Perretta discusses how the COVID pandemic motivated his team to develop a simple and secure solution that stores a person’s vaccinations, making it accessible to over 3 million users worldwide. He outlines the company's accelerated growth during the COVID pandemic, its state partnerships, challenges with varying regulations, and the recent introduction of a web version of Docket, along with the implementation of Smart Health Links. Listen to the talk and learn how a two-man operation became a reliable solution, providing consumers with fast access to their immunization records! Click this link to access the show notes, transcript, and resources: https://outcomesrocket.health/
October 31, 2023

Tackling Workplace Violence in Healthcare with Mary Beth Kingston, the Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health

Workplace violence impacts the ability of healthcare providers to deliver quality care. Today, we have an exceptional guest with us, Mary Beth Kingston, the Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Advocate Health, who is introducing a podcast series that aims to educate listeners on the prevalence and different aspects of workplace violence. Mary Beth and Saul discuss the importance of raising awareness and finding solutions for workplace violence in healthcare, addressing its impact on healthcare providers and patients. Through this new series, they seek to call healthcare leaders to action, urging them to assess risks, report incidents, and implement strategies for prevention, thus creating a safe environment for healthcare, as it is crucial for delivering quality care. The six-part podcast will be released at the end of October, with new episodes coming out weekly, so keep an eye out for it! Tune in, and don’t miss the podcast series on the need for a safe and healing environment for healthcare providers and patients! Resources: Connect with and follow Mary Beth on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Advocate Health’s Website!
October 30, 2023

HLTH Matters: Telehealth Tools to Improve Care Delivery with Shayan Vyas

Technology is a force multiplier for care delivery; how can we better leverage it? In this episode, Shayan Vyas, Senior Vice President and Medical Director of Clinical Operations for the Hospital and Health Systems Business Unit at Teladoc Health, talks about how they use tele-technology to advance care delivery focusing on virtual nursing. He also speaks about the evolution of technology inside hospital rooms will improve the patient and the clinician experience. Tune in to learn more about virtual nursing and the future of tele-technology in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 27, 2023

A New Approach to Treating Elderly Patients with Jeffrey Kang, CEO of WellBe Senior Medical

It is our responsibility to ensure that elderly individuals receive continuous healthcare in the comfort of their own homes. In this episode, Jeffrey Kang, CEO of WellBe Senior Medical, explains how he and his team revolutionized how seniors receive care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Kang's Chinese upbringing fuels his deep respect for the elderly and his belief in providing in-home care for geriatrics, aiming to conduct most traditional clinic procedures there and offering personalized treatment to simplify their healthcare process and reduce costs. Tune in to the discussion and learn how to make healthcare easier and more accessible, starting today! Learn more about WellBe Senior Medical: https://www.wellbe.com/
October 26, 2023

Challenges In Drug Development, Solutions In Clinical Research with Juliette Vandenbroucque, Senior Director of the Digital Clinical Research Platform at Taimei Technology

Can machine learning support clinical research in tackling the world’s most pressing diseases?  In this episode, Juliette Vandenbroucque addresses challenges associated with drug development as well as ways new AI solutions can accelerate the process. She highlights machine learning's role in transforming healthcare, highlighting personalized medicine and the integration of omics data, underscoring the importance of perseverance and collaboration in achieving success. Learn how the field of clinical research and development is constantly coming up with new ways to improve treatment timelines and enhance the discovery of life-saving therapies. Click this link to access the show notes, transcript, and resources: https://outcomesrocket.health/ 
October 25, 2023

Transforming Stress Management in Chronic Care with Dr. Conrad Aquino, Chief Experience Officer of Stress Free Initiative

A lot of people are in need of effective tools to manage stress and improve their overall well-being. In this episode of Insights Out, Dr. Conrad Aquino talks about his journey of overcoming stress-related health conditions and how it led him to found the nonprofit Stress Free Initiative. He explains the harmful effects of chronic stress, advocates adjusting expectations, and highlights his work promoting a preventive healthcare approach and implementing stress-reduction strategies. Listen to Dr. Conrad Aquino as he unveils the secrets to leading a stress-free life! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 25, 2023

Rethinking Healthcare Delivery: Innovating at Scale with Dr. Alan Pitt, the CEO of Vitalchat

Reassurance for patients and new providers, with virtual resources, plays a crucial role in healthcare. In today's episode, Dr. Alan Pitt shares his insights on the need for transforming healthcare on a large scale, focusing on the importance of putting people and processes first before implementing technology. He discusses the innovative work at Vitalchat, where they've created technology allowing healthcare providers to connect with patients using different devices, promoting teamwork in patient care.  Don't miss this insightful episode about the future of telehealth and the transformative impact it can have on healthcare delivery. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 24, 2023

Transforming Healthcare Workforce Dynamics with Geoffrey Roche, Director of Workforce Development at Siemens Healthineers

What strategies can healthcare leaders employ to enhance and strengthen the workforce? In this episode, Geoffrey Roche talks about the need for a sustainable workforce in healthcare and how this can be achieved through innovative partnerships and AI solutions. He advocates for collaborative initiatives, including innovative solutions and extended reality technology, to promote STEM healthcare careers and ensure equitable healthcare delivery reflective of diverse patient demographics. Learn how to improve access, lift communities, and provide equity in the workplace!  Click this link to access the show notes, transcript, and resources: https://outcomesrocket.health/ 
October 23, 2023

HLTH Matters: A Game Changer Technology for Clinicians, with Kevin Larsen, Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation at Optum

The United States needs help regarding health access and equity.  As Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation of Translation at Optum, Kevin Larsen’s role is to provide clinical leadership and voice to some of their solutions, but under that, there’s a desire for people to live their lives without health conditions being an obstacle. Through technology, they are gathering every data available to deliver a personalized recommendation based on the latest clinical guidelines for patients. He also mentions how partnerships can boost the solutions already rolling on the ground and the diversity conversation around healthcare.  Tune in and reach out to Kevin if something resonates! 
October 20, 2023

The Commitment to Accessibility and Affordability in Healthcare with Rob Allen, the President and CEO of Intermountain Health

The key to standing out in healthcare is to prioritize accessibility and affordability of care. In this episode, Rob Allen discusses his fascinating experience in the healthcare field and highlights his team’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that healthcare services are accessible and affordable. He highlights a holistic approach as Intermountain integrates telehealth and partnerships, advocating for responsible AI use to improve healthcare efficiency and patient well-being. Stay ahead of the curve and get inspired by the transformative initiatives driving Intermountain Health's mission to provide affordable and accessible healthcare services! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 20, 2023

Belief Systems and Personal Transformation with Dr. Greg Pursley, owner of PC Medical Centers and Dr. G’s Personal Coaching

Mindset and belief systems play a significant role in success and our capacity to overcome adversity. In this episode, Greg Pursley shares his journey from personal turmoil to professional success, which shaped his unique approach to mindset and personal growth. He emphasizes understanding belief systems, consistent action, and trusting intuition for personal growth, inviting listeners to explore his programs fostering gratitude and a positive mindset. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation that inspires you to take control of your belief systems and supercharge your success.  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 19, 2023

TO: Connecting the Dots: Dentistry, Medicine, and Your Health with Hatice Hasturk, Director of Center for Clinical and Translational Research at the Forsyth Institute

A new generation of healthcare professionals is reshaping the landscape by connecting the dots between dentistry and medicine. In this episode, Hatice Hasturk talks with hosts Jonathan and Mariya about the theories and pathways linking dentistry and medicine, emphasizing the promotion of overall health through improved oral health practices. She emphasizes the need to bridge divisions, prioritize prevention, explore the oral-systemic link, and promote overall well-being with education, innovation, and collaboration. Join us for an eye-opening dialogue on how your oral health can impact your entire body and why it's time to break down the walls between dentistry and medicine. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 19, 2023

CTJ: The Lean Prescription: Understanding Lean and Six Sigma in Healthcare with Al Da Silva, Founder and CEO of DaSilva Consulting

How can Lean and Six Sigma principles transform operations in healthcare organizations? In this episode, Al Da Silva introduces Lean and Six Sigma principles and how they can be applied in healthcare settings. He highlights the importance of streamlining processes, reducing waste, and implementing Lean and Six Sigma, emphasizing the need for a change management strategy and a culture of excellence in healthcare. Tune in for a solid foundation on the transformative impact of Lean and Six Sigma principles in healthcare operations. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 18, 2023

ITI: Integrating Radiology Technology and Patient Care with Michael Cecil, Director of Advanced Imaging at Virginia Mason Medical Center

Communication technologies can significantly improve collaboration and efficiency within interventional radiology. In today's episode, Michael Cecil dives into the ever-evolving field of radiology and the challenges in integrating different systems in radiology departments, emphasizing the need for a vendor-neutral solution to maintain revenue streams. He emphasizes the need for effective communication technologies, a collaborative healthcare approach, meticulous HIPAA compliance, and patient engagement, as well as prioritizing patient comfort in radiology equipment. Get ready for an enlightening discussion on the heart of patient-centric radiology, advocating for comfort, transparency, and collaborative healthcare practices. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 18, 2023

Options, Not Opioids: A Quest for Better Pain Management with Dr. Amy Baxter, CEO of Pain Care Labs

We are overlooking a key factor in the opioid crisis: pain.  In this episode, Dr. Amy Baxter discusses her internationally recognized work on pain, opioid use, and health tech innovation, and her most recent TED talk on these matters. She talks about the need for better pain education in medical schools, her research on a low back pain device to reduce pain and lower opioid use, and her advocacy for the NOPAIN Act promoting alternative post-surgical pain management. Tune in and dive into this intriguing conversation around efforts to address the opioid crisis and improve pain management in healthcare. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 17, 2023

RC: Transforming Clinical Research and Digital Health with Behavioral Science with Kate Wolin, Principal at Circea

Behavioral science and technology be leveraged to reintroduce compassion and human connection in healthcare. In this episode, Kate Wolin discusses behavioral science and its application in healthcare, clinical research, and digital health, and emphasizes the potential of technology to reintroduce human connection into healthcare. She explores self-determination theory in behavior change, tackles clinical research challenges, and emphasizes effective communication, gamification, and individual context in her work at Circea.  Tune in and learn how to design effective behavior change interventions in healthcare with the guidance of Kate Wolin. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 17, 2023

Harnessing Smart Connections and Real-Time Insights through Patient-Centric Care with Stephen Keeler, the Vice President for Payers and Providers Sales at Medocity

Chronic and complex diseases can be easily managed with a comprehensive and flexible digital care solutions platform. In this episode, Stephen Keeler shares how Medocity uses technology, particularly AI, to enhance patient care, improve early detection and intervention, and make healthcare more cost-effective. He discusses how Medocity's digital care platform connects patients and healthcare providers, emphasizing the importance of whole-person health and inviting interested parties to explore tailored solutions. Tune in to learn more about the impact of technology and AI in transforming healthcare and the importance of patient-centric, lifelong care. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 16, 2023

HLTH Matters: Listening to Patients is How the Healthcare Industry Moves Forward with Susan Manber, Chief Patient Officer at Publicis Health

The combination of patient experiences and data claims provides insights into understanding the healthcare ecosystem.  In this episode of the HLTH Matters Podcast, Susan Manber, the first communications industry Chief Patient Officer discusses patient advocacy and data usage in our industry through her experience at Publicis Health and her personal journey with a rare cancer diagnosis. Commonly, patients lack the knowledge to advocate and care for their health, so they need to be close to their physicians. Sue mentions that we can genuinely change how we deliver outcomes when we listen to patients.  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 13, 2023

Navigating Brain Health Myths with Mark Watson, the CEO of ABI Wellness

What are some common myths about brain injury recovery? In this episode, Mark Watson shares some insights about his mission to aid those recovering from traumatic brain injuries. He highlights neuroplasticity, dispels brain health myths, champions dedication in recovery, and promotes ABI Wellness and BEARS for healthcare professionals. Stay tuned to learn more about brain health, recovery, and the potential for improvement even after brain injuries. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 12, 2023

Uncovering the Impact of Lab Testing with Barry Davis, Chief Growth Officer at Avalon Healthcare Solutions

Evidence-based lab policies play a crucial role in standardizing lab testing and reducing unnecessary tests. In this episode, Barry shares how Avalon is revolutionizing the lab benefit management space through innovation, with insightful statistics about the significance of lab testing and its impact on medical decisions. He discusses Avalon’s role in optimizing lab testing's impact on medical decisions, the challenges of rapid scientific expansion, and their evidence-based and tech-driven solution for better healthcare outcomes and affordability. Tune in to this episode as we unravel the fascinating work being done under the guidance of Barry Davis by tackling the often-overlooked but critical aspect of lab testing! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 11, 2023

Shaping the Future of Healthcare Marketing with Shawn Malloy, VP of Marketing at Lindus Health

Marketers play a pivotal role in facilitating the connection between patients and healthcare products. In this episode, Shawn Malloy shares his insights on the challenges and strategies involved in marketing within the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. He discusses healthcare marketing complexities, including the B2B/B2C divide, stakeholder motivations, and the demand for transparency in an era of informed patients. Join us as we delve into the nuances and challenges of marketing healthcare products and services effectively in a rapidly evolving industry. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 10, 2023

The Intersection of Technology, Engineering, and Patient Care with Weronika Michaluk, the Digital Health Principal and SaMD Lead at HTD

The key to changing the healthcare industry for the better is crafting technology solutions that integrate seamlessly into patient journeys. In this episode, Weronika Michaluk discusses how HTD adds value to the healthcare ecosystem by focusing on human-centered design, health IT integrations, and tailoring solutions to meet the unique requirements of each client. She highlights HTD's expertise in SaMD, AI, and machine learning, aiming to revolutionize healthcare through human-centered design and emphasizing the importance of staying goal-oriented and adaptable in the industry. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation on the critical role of human-centered design, SaMD, and AI in delivering better healthcare experiences. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 6, 2023

Cell Therapy Revolution: Transforming Autoimmune Disease Treatment with Dr. Peter Maag, the CEO of Kyverna Therapeutics

There is a game-changing therapy that could redefine the treatment landscape for autoimmune diseases. In this episode, Dr. Peter Maag discusses Kyverna Therapeutics’ pioneering cell therapy work to transform autoimmune disease treatment by resetting the overactive immune system. He talks about the process of genetically modifying patient cells to target B cells, Kyverna's adaptability to regulatory feedback, clinical trials for lupus, the "Kyverna village" collaboration concept, and talent recruitment for growth. Join us as we dive into cell therapy and the future of autoimmune disease treatment. (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 5, 2023

TO: Placing Small Bets for Big Impact with David Kochman, Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Deputy Chief of Staff for Henry Schein

This team is perfectly positioned to work for the integration of oral health and medicine within the industry. In this episode, David Kochman talks about how Henry Schein works towards integrating oral health and general medicine, breaking down the payer, provider, and patient sides with Mariya and Jonathan, our hosts. As an attorney, he also explains why the company proved to be a great opportunity for him to impact healthcare. Tune in to learn more about Henry Schein’s different approaches to bringing dentistry and general medicine together!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 5, 2023

Tackling the Challenges of Value-Based Care with Earl Hutz, Chief Operating Officer at ThoroughCare, Inc.

In a world of rising healthcare costs, a vision for a healthcare system focused on prevention and patient-centric care increases. In this episode, Earl Hutz talks about value-based care, technology's impact, challenges, and strategies for better patient outcomes. He emphasizes a gradual shift to value-based care within fee-for-service programs, focusing on patient enrollment, education, comprehensive care, financial challenges, care coordination, AI's role, collaboration, and emerging health tech trends. Grab your headphones and get ready to learn about how technology is reshaping healthcare and paving the way for value-based care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 4, 2023

CTJ: The Health Equalizer: Philanthropy, Policy, and Care with Jeffery Lewis, President and CEO of the EMC Health Foundation

Let’s dive into the complexities of healthcare philanthropy, policy, and the quest to improve access and affordability. In this episode, Jeffery Lewis discusses the formulation of impactful health policies, drawing upon his extensive background in government, philanthropy, and rural healthcare foundations. He offers insights into critical healthcare concerns such as the increase in prescription expenses, elderly population care, and leveraging data and AI for enhanced care and cost reduction. Tune in and learn from a thought-provoking dialogue about developing innovative healthcare policies focused on helping people! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 4, 2023

Med-Tech World Summit: Transforming Healthcare Innovation with Dr. Dylan Attard, Co-Founder and Malta’s Conference CEO at Med-Tech World

Discover how one physician's passion for innovation led to the creation of the Malta Med-Tech World Summit. In this episode, Dr. Dylan Attard shares how the Med-Tech World Summit creates opportunities for startups and connects them with investors, hospitals, and accelerators, all while promoting Malta as a hub for Med-Tech and digital health companies. He discusses Malta's advantages for Med-Tech companies, stresses startup funding and support, and explores the conference's global focus while emphasizing the value of innovation beyond one's comfort zone. Tune in to gain insights into the intersection of medicine, technology, and entrepreneurship with Dr. Dylan Attard. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 3, 2023

RC: Compliance in Healthcare and Research: Insights and Strategies with Edye Edens, Senior Research Compliance Consultant at First Class Solutions

Transparent communication is the backbone of successful healthcare compliance strategies. In this episode, Edye Edens discusses the complexities of compliance across industries, with a particular focus on clinical research and healthcare. She advocates for a risk-based approach and emphasizes the importance of technology and transparent communication in adapting to evolving regulations. Tune in to learn about the delicate balance between risk and compliance in healthcare and research!
October 3, 2023

Redefining Healthcare with Autonomous Medical Coding with Andrew Lockhart, Co-Founder and CEO of Fathom

Imagine a world where medical coding is no longer a labor-intensive, error-prone task.  In this episode, Andrew Lockhart discusses Fathom's inception and its mission to transform healthcare coding through the use of deep learning and natural language processing. He talks about how Fathom's innovative approach fully automates medical coding, improves efficiency, and aims to eliminate human coding through advanced automation. Listen to this episode and find out how Fathom is paving the way for a future without human medical coding! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 2, 2023

HLTH Matters: Bringing Real Health Equity for Healthier Lives with Andrew Toy, President and incoming CEO at Clover Health, and Carladenise Armbrister Edwards, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Henry Ford Health

Health equity starts with human equity. In this episode, Andrew Toy, President and incoming CEO at Clover Health, and Carladenise Armbrister Edwards, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Henry Ford Health, discuss health equity, the barriers it faces, and how to find technology solutions and personalized approaches for individuals. Tune in to learn more about Clover Health’s distributed care model and its leaders’ take on health equity!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 29, 2023

Improving the Healthcare Experience with AI-Powered Solutions with Aaron Patzer, Founder and CEO of Vital

AI can be leveraged to improve access and ease of use for healthcare services. In this episode, Aaron Patzer explains how Vital.io offers AI-powered patient experiences, primarily in the emergency room, with a focus on simplifying and personalizing healthcare interactions for patients. He also touches on the benefits of Vital.io for both patients and caregivers, highlighting its potential to improve the overall healthcare experience. Tune in and learn how Vital.io's AI-driven approach is reshaping patient experiences and relieving caregiver burdens in healthcare. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 29, 2023

Empowering the American Workforce Through Advanced Primary Care with Christi Coleman, Chief Customer Officer of Proactive MD

Primary care is the first stepping stone to making an impact on healthcare in favor of the American workforce. In today's episode, Christi Coleman joins Saul to share more about her work providing advanced primary care that emphasizes preventive measures and affordable access to healthcare. She discusses how Proactive MD addresses complex healthcare issues by collaborating with employers, utilizing patient advocates, adapting to trends like virtual care, and maintaining a patient-centric focus to revolutionize the healthcare experience while reducing costs. Stay tuned for a must-listen episode on how to take action and improve the healthcare benefits for employers and employees alike! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 28, 2023

CD: How Innovation Can Improve Remote Patient Monitoring with James Cireddu, CEO and Founder of VPExam of TeleHealth Care Solutions

Augmented reality, AI, and wearables are reshaping the future of cardiology. In this episode, James Cireddu talks about the challenges and opportunities in providing comprehensive cardiology care using technology and remote patient monitoring. He highlights VPExam's innovation in augmented reality for physical exams, wearable device integration, customization for telemedicine, and the future role of AI in healthcare data management. Tune in to discover how cutting-edge technology is changing cardiology care!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 28, 2023

Elevating Pharma Research, The Innovative Path Forward with Amrit Chaudhuri, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of SmartLabs

Are you ready for a paradigm shift in pharmaceutical research? In this episode, Amrit Chaudhuri talks about how his company addresses the challenges and needs of the scientific research and development process. He discusses SmartLabs’ Universal Lab framework and how it creates adaptable labs, streamlined operations, and democratized access, empowering research teams and accelerating innovation. Tune in to this episode and learn more about how SmartLabs is reshaping the future of scientific innovation. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 27, 2023

IO: Achieving Business Objectives Through Wellness Programs with Torrey Davis, President and CEO of Davis IOP Consulting

Corporate wellness programs play an important role in impacting both the corporation and its employees. In this episode of Insights Out, Torrey Davis shares his expertise in corporate wellness programs and their impact on both companies and employees. He discusses the strategic aspects of designing and implementing effective wellness programs, emphasizing tailoring, leadership involvement, self-determination theory, real-world examples, and the interconnectedness of physical and mental well-being. Tune in to gain valuable insights on building and maintaining successful wellness programs that contribute to promoting a strong company culture!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 27, 2023

Transforming Healthcare Through Cultural Sensitivity and Technology with Reena Sooch, Global Head of Digital and Connected Health at Ipsos

Are clinicians ready for the digital healthcare revolution? In this episode, Saul Marquez introduces Reena Sooch, who shares her journey and passion for improving healthcare outcomes through digital healthcare transformation. She underscores the importance of clinicians, efficient technology integration, equitable access, collaboration, and user insights in improving healthcare. Tune in and learn more about Reena Sooch's mission to ensure healthcare equity through technology. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 26, 2023

Spreading Kindness with PinkSocks with Nick Adkins, Founder of PinkSocks Life

In a world filled with challenges, find out how the PinkSocks Life Movement empowers teachers to create a brighter future, one act of kindness at a time. In this episode, Nick Adkins discusses the PinkSocks Life Movement and its origins in promoting kindness, empathy, and social-emotional learning in schools. Nick's gift of pink socks to first-grade students evolved into the PinkSocks Life Movement, gaining national attention and inspiring kindness education in schools. Listen to the inspiring journey of Nick Adkins and how he's using pink socks to teach empathy and kindness to children!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 25, 2023

HLTH Matters: Access to Information Equals Freedom of Choice with Silvia Taylor, Executive Vice President & Chief Corporate Affairs & Advocacy Officer at Novavax

Having a choice is empowering when you have trustworthy information before. In this episode of the HLTH Matters Podcast, Silvia Taylor, executive vice president and chief communications officer for Novavax, talks about making scientific information accessible to people, especially around the COVID-19 vaccines. Silvia shares her insights on the relationships and partnerships Novavax has to deliver that necessary information to points of care in the ever-evolving healthcare market. Learn more about Novavax and Silvia’s work to make scientific health information accessible to people in this episode!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 22, 2023

ITI: The Radiologist’s Role in Tomorrow’s Healthcare with Samir Shah, Chief Clinical Officer and Master of Teleradiology at Envision

The role of radiologists is changing with the evolution of the healthcare industry. In this episode, Dr. Samir Shah talks about the reshaping of radiology practices in favor of the adaptation of groundbreaking technology, including AI. He discusses his teleradiology career, challenges like report turnaround times and radiologist shortages, the role of technology and AI, and the importance of data security and doctor-patient relationships. Join us as we explore the ever-changing landscape of radiology and the pivotal role of technology in its future. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 22, 2023

Blockchain at the Core of Healthcare Data with Jim Nasr, CEO of Acoer

Blockchain technology is coming to change the game for the healthcare industry. In today's episode, our returning guest, Jim Nasr, talks about the application of blockchain technology in healthcare. He explores blockchain's role in healthcare data management, emphasizing Acoer's value-driven approach and blockchain's transformative potential in the U.S. healthcare system. Tune in to gain insights into the evolving role of blockchain in improving healthcare outcomes and empowering patients with their health data. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 21, 2023

TO: Trends and Tailwinds Shaping the Dental Industry with Maggie Jarrett, Director of Business Development at TUSK Partners

Dentists can use some support to focus on clinical care, but here’s what they need to know to make the most out of their practice’s value. In this episode, Maggie Jarrett talks about mergers and acquisitions involving dental service organizations and traditional practices, touching on matters like the negotiation, valuation, and execution of these deals, considering industry trends and developments with hosts Jonathan and Mariya. She also explains what invisible DSOs are, how they work, and why everyone seems to be heading in that direction to provide better care, still have financial support, and make patients happier. Tune in and learn more about DSOs and the business side of dental care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 21, 2023

The Journey to Excellence in Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management with Heather Richards, Chief Revenue Optimization Officer at Atlas

Let’s envision a future where healthcare is more efficient, accessible, and predictable. In today's episode, Heather Richards discusses optimizing revenue with managed care contracts and developing value-based arrangements in healthcare. Join us and discover how Heather Richards, a finance expert turned healthcare leader, is reshaping the industry's future! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 20, 2023

Expanding Healthcare Delivery with Home-Based Services with Nick Kirby, Vice President of Partnerships at Sprinter Health

Meeting patients exactly where they need us also means making healthcare accessible and convenient.   In this episode, Nick Kirby talks about bringing care directly to patients' homes, bridging the gap between healthcare providers and those who struggle to access traditional healthcare settings. He highlights Sprinter Health's collaborative approach with health plans and providers, unique clinician employment, co-branding, strategic market focus, and insights on future healthcare trends. Step into the world of healthcare innovation with Nick Kirby as he shares insights into Sprinter Health's strategy for increasing access to care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 19, 2023

RC: Breaking Down Barriers: Technology, Trust, and Equity in Healthcare with Dezbee McDaniel, CEO and Co-Founder of CliniSpan Health

There is a digital divide, among other disparities, impacting underserved communities' healthcare access and participation in clinical studies. In today's episode, Dezbee McDaniel, CEO and co-founder of CliniSpan Health, dives deeper into challenges related to underserved populations' access to healthcare and their participation in clinical research. He shares invaluable insights on investing in communities, healthcare disparities, technological access, and the potential for retail pharmacies to revolutionize clinical studies.  Tune in to this conversation about the transformation of healthcare, where technology, trust, and cultural competence play pivotal roles in bridging gaps! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 19, 2023

Redefining Accessible and Affordable Healthcare Solutions with Andy Bonner, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Healthcare2U

How does one’s story lead to creating a groundbreaking healthcare solution? In this episode, Andy Bonner shares his journey from battling cancer in 2006 to his mission of improving healthcare accessibility and affordability. He explains how he founded Healthcare2U to provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality healthcare, offering a unique approach at a low monthly fee. Join us and learn how Healthcare2U is breaking down barriers to quality healthcare by offering an affordable and accessible solution. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

HLTH Matters: Using mRNA Technology for Health Equity with Shannon Thyme Klinger, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Moderna

mRNA technology will democratize healthcare in a way this industry has never seen before. In this episode of the HLTH Matters podcast, Shannon Klinger talks about how Moderna is making groundbreaking advances in vaccine technology, stimulated to fight the targeted disease with a vaccine that can be quickly marketed. She also discusses how its Charitable Foundation, Global Public Health Strategy, and mRNA Access program are ways the company tackles healthcare disparities with funding, presence, and shared knowledge. Tune in to learn more about Moderna’s contributions to making a difference in public health! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

Improving Dental Care Outcomes with Cutting-edge AI with Florian Hillen, the founder and CEO of VideaHealth

Are you ready for AI-enhanced dental visits? In this episode, we dive into the world of oral health with Florian Hillen, the founder and CEO of VideaHealth, who discusses his company’s role in revolutionizing dental care through AI technology. He discusses how VideaHealth utilizes FDA-approved algorithms to enhance dental diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of preventative dentistry and its broader potential in healthcare. Join us for an insightful conversation with Florian Hillen about how AI is making dental care more precise and accessible!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

Upgrading Global Healthcare through Accessible Medical Imaging with Sandeep Akkaraju, Co-Founder and CEO of Exo

How do we make imaging technology accessible and affordable to people around the world? In this episode, Sandeep Akkaraju talks about how his work at Exo makes medical imaging more accessible to people worldwide, especially those in areas with limited access to healthcare services. He explains how Exo is building an entire ecosystem around medical imaging, including simplified image capture, AI interpretation, and educational tools.  Tune in as Sandeep shares how Exo is rewriting the rules for medical imaging and diagnosis. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

CD: Why Innovation Is Key for Advancing Nutrition in Healthcare with Dr. Marc Watkins, Chief Medical Officer of Kroger Health

Health begins in the mouth, and we’re not kidding! In this episode, host Matt Troup has the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Marc Watkins the chief medical officer of Kroger Health about empowering communities to live their healthiest lives. Marc then explains the method they created at Kolger to educate people and how they have deployed it across the nation including data and price transparency.  Tune in to discover how Kolger creates an educated, dedicated, and personalized approach to food!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

Tech-Driven Strategies for Supporting Children’s Mental Health with Mercedes Oromendia, Chief Clinical Officer at Manatee

We can revolutionize pediatric mental health and support families in accessing quality care. In this episode, Mercedes Oromendia talks about leveraging technology to decrease barriers while focusing on the whole family. She also discusses Manatee's expansion to a broader range of pediatric mental health services and the significance of outcome measurement in enhancing access to tech-enabled care. Listen to this episode and discover the secrets behind Manatee's groundbreaking approach to mental health! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

Efficiency, Compliance, and Technology in Healthcare with Nai Kanell, Chief Marketing Officer at MedTrainer

How can efficiency in healthcare be improved through digitization efforts? In this episode, Nai Kanell talks about how she and her team are revolutionizing the healthcare experience by digitizing processes and bridging the gaps in the industry. She discusses how MedTrainer automates compliance, reduces paperwork, and promotes technology for efficiency and reduced burnout in healthcare. Tune in and learn about streamlining healthcare operations with Nai Kanell! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

A Deep Dive into Biohacking and Longevity with Chris Mirabile, Founder and CEO at NOVOS

People typically focus on short-term and long-term health goals, which differ from a longevity-focused approach. In this episode, Chris Mirabile talks about how to incorporate longevity-focused practices in life. He also explains how NOVOS provides science-backed solutions for longevity through supplements, testing kits, and AI-powered tools. Listen to discover the secrets to aging in reverse! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 18, 2023

HLTH Matters: Better Engagement = Better Outcomes with Crystal Brown, Vice President of Product and Strategy for Benefitfocus

There’s a direct relationship between customer engagement and health outcomes.  In this episode, Crystal Brown, Vice President of Product and Strategy for Benefitfocus, talks about how they work with their customers to increase engagement through benefit programs that improve health outcomes. Crystal explains how Benefitfocus helps health plans and employers launch engagement campaigns that improve member onboarding and benefits program adoption, relieve administrative tasks, and increase customer satisfaction.  Tune in to learn how Benefitfocus can help you drive effective engagement for your clients! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 8, 2023

Nurturing the Future of Healthcare Security with Damian Chung, Cybersecurity Leader and Business Information Security Officer at Netskope

Organizations can build a pipeline of resources and talent to address the labor shortage. In this episode, Damian Chung, Business Information Security Officer at Netskope, delves into the labor shortage in healthcare offering innovative solutions. Tune in to gain valuable insights and explore the possibilities of leveraging technology to enhance healthcare. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 7, 2023

TO: Unlocking Growth: The Power of Dental Partnerships with David Thoni, Chief Growth Officer at Independence Dental Services

For many dental practices, growth comes from engaging with Dental Service Organizations or Partnership Groups.  In this episode, David Thoni talks with Dr. Jonathan Levine and Mariya about how his company’s platform seeks to build a profitable patient-centric business model with high-quality results and what the role of DSOs in dentistry can be. He explains how Independence Dental Services takes care of office tasks and introduces professionals to new technologies that can facilitate their job when delivering dental care, something that can broaden their coverage with teledentistry and AI tools. Tune in and learn more about the corporate partnerships that can enhance dental practices! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 7, 2023

Fighting Workplace Bullying in the Healthcare Industry with Renee Thompson, CEO and Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute

Being a healthcare professional is hard enough for bullying to be another issue to worry about. In this episode, Renee Thompson talks about the extensive work she and the Healthy Workforce Institute are doing to address bullying and incivility within healthcare organizations. She discusses the prevalence of disruptive behaviors in healthcare, her organization's support for frontline workers, and her new podcast. Tune in to learn more about combating bullying and incivility in healthcare!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 6, 2023

CTJ: Healthcare Horizons: Navigating Change with Jude A. Pierre, aka Coach JPMD

Adaptability and education are essential in the modern healthcare industry. In this episode, Jude Pierre discusses challenges and strategies related to healthcare education, practice, and administration, pulling from his own experience and medical journey. He and Jim talk about healthcare issues, including capitated contracts, EHRs, AI, and independent practice, with Jude's podcast, Practice: Impossible, highlighting physician education and patient-centric care. Tune in and listen to a very insightful conversation between Jim Jordan and Jude Pierre about their perspective on the evolving healthcare landscape! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 6, 2023

RC: Empowering Innovation and Impact on Clinical Trials and Beyond with Michelle Shogren, CEO and owner of Innovate in What You Do!

The clinical trials world is undergoing an important series of transformations championed by innovative players. In this episode, Michelle Shogren talks about her journey and experiences within the clinical research field and the subsequent establishment of the company she owns and is CEO of, "Innovate In What You Do!". She also discusses her commitment to flexible clinical trials, human-centered approaches, and fostering a culture of innovation in healthcare throughout the conversation. Tune in to learn about Michelle Shogren’s experiences within the clinical world and how to apply her wisdom to revolutionize the industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 5, 2023

Empowering Clinicians with Real-Time Predictive Analytics with Andrew Malcolmson, president, CEO, and board member of Fifth Eye

Real-time analytics will be revolutionary for preventative care and remote monitoring. In this episode, Andrew Malcolmson explains Fifth Eye’s groundbreaking technology, which predicts patient deterioration based on heart rate variability. He discusses the software's integration, early detection benefits, and adaptability, envisioning its role in healthcare trends like hospital-at-home care and cancer monitoring. Listen to this episode about Fifth Eye’s predictive analytics solution for healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 4, 2023

HLTH Matters: Driving Innovation with Open Collaboration with Peter Micca, Navid Farzad, and Marcus Osborne

Collaboration moves forward transformative innovations that impact the healthcare industry. In this episode, Peter Micca, Navid Farzad, and Marcus Osborne talk about how well-funded companies can make an impact by supporting, partnering, and collaborating with emerging innovative healthcare companies. They discuss why innovation doesn’t limit itself to technology but culture, vocabulary, and, most importantly, people-centeredness.  Tune in and learn from three healthcare leaders about the power of innovation partnerships! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 1, 2023

Future of Health Series: Addressing the Critical Issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Making Health Equity a Reality with Jen Radin, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP

Taking action for equitable healthcare is imperative for its future. In this episode, Jen Radin discusses health equity and its significance in the Future of Health. She talks about the comprehensive nature of health, the disproportionate pandemic impact on marginalized communities, and the imperative of recognizing disparities and promoting equitable access. Tune in to learn about health equity and how to engage in initiatives that promote it actively!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 31, 2023

CD: Putting Patients First With Innovative Healthtech and Care Models with Gaurov Dayal, Chief Executive Officer of Axia Women’s Health

Patient-centric care and technological advancements in AI lead the transformation of healthcare. In this episode, Gaurov Dayal talks with Matt Troup about the progress in healthcare, highlighting improved surgical outcomes and virtual care adoption. The conversation covers healthcare progress, challenges in coordination and patient-centricity, AI's potential, maternal health disparities, and a future with virtual care expansion and equity-focused innovation. Tune in and learn about the challenges and opportunities of healthcare’s evolution! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 31, 2023

Healthcare and Private Equity: Insights into Conferences and Economic Trends with Scott Becker, Founder of Becker’s Healthcare and partner of the McGuireWoods Law Healthcare Department

Let’s explore private equity matters, healthcare podcasts, and economic trends! In this episode, Scott Becker discusses his involvement in healthcare-private equity, his law firm's annual conference, and his podcast participation. He also shares some of his economic concerns, including predictions of economic collapse, real estate and credit card debt, retail challenges, layoffs, and the Federal Reserve's role in managing inflation. Tune in and learn more about Scott Becker’s healthcare and private equity work and his economic concerns!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 30, 2023

Fostering Innovation to step forward in Healthcare with Sachin Dev, Vice President of Healthcare (Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Alliance Partnerships) at RGP

Technology and business must combine to bring a hybrid approach to healthcare innovation. In this episode, Sachin Dev talks about RGP’s expertise in assisting payers, providers, and life sciences enterprises with end-to-end business process optimization and transformation. He explains how RGP provides experienced consultants and flexible staffing, prioritizes high-risk opportunities, and expresses excitement about AI revolutionizing healthcare. Learn how RGP's healthcare practice is pioneering innovation and digital transformation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 29, 2023

Transforming Healthcare IT through Transparency with Steve Low, President of KLAS Research

Through research insights and transparency, healthcare can change for the better. In this episode, Steve Low talks about KLAS Research’s dedication to transparent insights in healthcare IT by providing unbiased reports on vendor performance and assisting healthcare providers in informed decision-making. He explains how his company uses rigorous research methods to provide a trusted perspective, drive positive change in healthcare organizations, and assist with software implementation, best practice sharing, and improved customer service. Listen to this episode to learn how to enhance patient experience, improve outcomes, and enable smarter decision-making in healthcare through transparent reporting and research efforts!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 28, 2023

HLTH Matters: Preventing the Preventable: Let’s talk about Mental Health with Dale Cook, Co-Founder and CEO at Learn to Live

Mental Health is a global issue that has to be addressed before preventable things occur. In this episode, Dale Cook talks about helping people with their mental health through on-demand, high-quality, digitally accessible offers and programs from Learn to Live, the company he co-founded and is CEO of. Tune in and learn how Learn to Live is a viable option for accessible digital mental healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 25, 2023

Unveiling the Power of Functional Medicine with Dr. Elliot Hirshorn, President and Director of Innovation of New Life Medical Centers

Buckle up for this quest for wellness through functional medicine! In this episode, Dr. Elliot Hirshorn talks about his transformational journey, from grappling with personal health challenges to establishing himself as a specialist in functional medicine. He discusses his health journey, New Life Medical Centers' functional medicine approach, healthcare challenges, and the potential of artificial intelligence. Tune in and learn from Dr. Hirshorn’s path into functional medicine and personal healing! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 24, 2023

TO: Exploring the Impact of Oral Health on Rheumatoid Arthritis with Dana Orange, Assistant Attending Rheumatologist at HSS and Assistant Professor of Clinical Investigation at Rockefeller University

Treating periodontal disease could improve rheumatoid arthritis. In this episode, Mariya and Dr. Levine talk to Dana Orange about researching the connection between oral health and systemic diseases, specifically focusing on rheumatoid arthritis. They discuss Dana's study, which shows oral bacteria in rheumatoid arthritis patients with periodontal disease sparking joint-like inflammation. Tune in to learn about the relationship between oral health and systemic inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 24, 2023

CTJ: Exploring New Avenues for Pain Management Beyond Opioids with Gurpreet Padda – Part 2

Pain management requires reforms to tackle the opioid crisis and obesity. In this episode, Gurpreet Padda discusses the overprescription issue driven by pharmaceutical misinformation and the role of pain management centers in reducing opioid use through interventions. Dr. Padda explores obesity's role in chronic pain, criticizes carb-centric dietary guidelines, discusses the pharmaceutical impact on the opioid crisis and fentanyl, promotes countering influence and AI use, and urges physicians to challenge norms and prioritize patient education for change. Listen to what Dr. Padda thinks are necessary systemic changes to tackle the opioid crisis and promote better health outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 23, 2023

IO: Dissecting Disappointment: Satire for Mental Health with Dave Tarnowski, creator of the Instagram account “Disappointing Affirmations”

Who said candid humor and mental health can’t be put together? In this episode of Insights Out, Dave Tarnowski talks about his background, inspiration, and unique content, which humorously challenges conventional positivity. He discusses why crafting candid satirical affirmations from personal struggles resonates widely and how he aims to challenge conventional mental health perspectives. Tune in to learn about the story behind “Disappointing Affirmations”! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 23, 2023

RC: Unmasking the True Costs of CRO-Managed Trials with Charles Theuer, CEO of Tracon Pharmaceuticals

Are CROs an Unnecessary Expense? In this episode, Charles Theuer discusses the potential drawbacks of Clinical Research Organizations in pharmaceutical clinical development, and what can be done to improve it. He critiques the payment model for CROs, highlighting inefficiencies and advocating for in-house trial management, proposing alternatives, and introducing his book on optimizing drug development processes. Tune in to learn more about in-house trial management and how to improve efficiency and reduce costs in drug development by adopting alternative models to CROs! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 22, 2023

Maximizing Intellectual Property in Digital Health and Precision Medicine with Jason Novak, partner at Norton Rose Fulbright

Intellectual property is directly affected by case law developments in digital health and precision medicine. In this episode, Jason Novak talks about the impact of case law on intellectual property strategy in the digital health and precision medicine sectors. He explains AI/ML's alignment with case law and the USPTO, advises healthcare business owners on patentability and IP strategies, and emphasizes the importance of ideation, protection, education, and enforcement for early invention capture. Listen to this episode and learn about the intersection of law and innovation in healthcare technologies! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 21, 2023

Maximizing Capital and helping Founders forget about Operations with Adam Jenkins, Regional Site Director, Massachusetts, for BioLabs

Business founders have a lot of elements to think about, and BioLabs takes one off their plate.  In this episode, Adam Jenkins breaks down his work at BioLabs with start-up founders helping start-ups de-risk their investments and maximize the use of their capital. He also talks about the BioLabs marketplace, which aims to simplify purchasing processes for small companies, and the state of the funding atmosphere today.  Now is the time to be smart with capital, so tune in and listen to Adam’s advice for start-ups! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 18, 2023

Future of Health Series: From Pipelines to Platforms: Creating New Business Models to Rewire the Value Chain with Boris Kheyn-Kheyfets, Senior Manager, Deloitte Consulting LLP

Platform-enabled ecosystems bring a significant shift to the healthcare industry. In this episode, Boris Kheyn-Kheyfets discusses platform-enabled healthcare ecosystems, emphasizing the shift from linear pipeline models to dynamic platform-based strategies. He explains platform businesses' fusion of technology and distinct choices via ecosystem value chain outsourcing and driving platform-based growth in health plans. Tune in to learn more about how platforms are reshaping the healthcare landscape and fostering innovation in the industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 18, 2023

CD: What Goes Into Selecting the Right Healthtech with Shahidul Mannan, Chief Data Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health

Innovating through data opportunities can shape the future of healthcare. In this episode, Shahidul Mannan talks about the potential for data innovation in healthcare, emphasizing its historical lag in adopting digital capabilities. He explains why he aims to leverage diverse data, including images and genomics, for improved patient outcomes and cost efficiency, emphasizing aligned AI adoption and fostering a data-driven culture in healthcare. Listen to this episode and learn more about the potential of data innovation in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 17, 2023

ITI: A Quest for Seamless Patient-Centric Care with Duleep Wikramanayake, Vice President of Information Technology at SimonMed Imaging

User-centric innovation should be the North Star to modernize healthcare technology. In this episode, Duleep Wikramanayake shares his insights on user-focused innovation, understanding complex workflows, and the challenges of introducing modern technology to an industry like healthcare. He also discusses HIPAA compliance, patient-centric tech, overcoming healthcare resistance, and accessible patient records. Tune in to learn from Duleep’s experiences and perspectives on the evolving landscape of healthcare technology and radiology! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 16, 2023

A New Hope: Cancer Care Redefined with Adam Pellegrini, CEO and Co-Founder of Jasper Health

Part of cancer care entails supporting cancer patients and caregivers psychosocially. In this episode, Adam Pellegrini talks about providing support, reducing stress, and improving the overall experience for cancer patients and their caregivers within the healthcare system with Jasper Health. He explains how the company offers a digital solution, collaborating for better care and focusing on psychosocial well-being and a "hope index" for improved outcomes. Listen and learn how Jasper Health is revolutionizing cancer care with an innovative psychosocial support platform! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 14, 2023

HLTH Matters: Making an Impact with Remote Care Technologies with Kimberly O’Loughlin, CEO of Health Recovery Solutions

The time is now to make healthcare easier for patients and clinicians. In this episode, Kimberly O'Loughlin, CEO of Health Recovery Solutions, talks about how HRS is enabling remote care delivery technologies for providers and patients, what they offer to make it possible, and how these technologies can be scaled to be widely impactful. HRS leverages remote care technologies to associated providers and allows patients to be more active in their care. Kimberly mentions industry trends they are focusing on and explains the hardware, software, and platforms they offer to take care inside patients’ homes. She also discusses how AI technologies can transform healthcare by enhancing remote care and how these can scale with the help of education.  Listen to how HRS empowers remote care delivery with innovative solutions!
August 11, 2023

Shifting the Focus: Building Life around the Foundational Health Principles with Wren McCallister, orthopedic hand surgeon at HandGuyMD

If you follow basic foundational health principles, you’ll improve your well-being. In this episode, Wren McCallister talks about his shift toward promoting foundational health principles for a better quality of life. Dr. McCallister highlights the importance of sleep, thinking, eating, and movement as key pillars of well-being, sharing his journey of overcoming metabolic syndrome and empowering individuals to embrace the principles. Tune in to learn about Dr. Wren’s holistic approach to foundational health and wellness!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 10, 2023

TO: Enabling Systemic Health Connections – The Provider and Health Plan Perspective with Claire Levesque, Chief Medical Officer for Commercial Products at Point32Health

Constant communication between dentists and the PCPs would only enhance patients’ care experience and improve their health outcomes. In this episode, Claire Levesque talks about the future state interoperability between dental and medical providers in terms of diagnostics and prevention for general health issues like cancer and sleep apnea with hosts Dr. Jonathan and Mariya. She also explains the insurance business model perspective on the connection between dentistry and general health and how to navigate that field in order to make impactful changes. Tune in and learn more about the game-changing effect the integration between dentistry and the rest of health practices could have on patients’ outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health/thinkoralhealth
August 10, 2023

In the Pursuit of Pain Relief and Metabolic Balance with Dr. Gurpreet Padda – Part 1

Let’s discuss the intersections between pain, metabolic health, and addiction. In this episode, Dr. Gurpreet Padda talks about his diverse medical experiences, eventually focusing on pain management and the complex relationships between pain and social determinants of health. He stresses the role of metabolic inflammation in pain management, discusses pharmaceutical challenges, advocates comprehensive solutions for chronic issues, and explores the opioid crisis, innovative pain care, and metabolic factors. Tune in and learn more about the complexities of chronic pain management! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 9, 2023

Hidden Gems in Drug Development with David Katz, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals

Not All Potential Drugs Get Their Day in the Sun. In this episode, David Katz talks about how this company focuses on developing medicines that can alleviate the side effects of existing medications, specifically in the context of steroids. He discusses the challenges of balancing commercial interests with scientific advancements, Sparrow Pharmaceuticals' strategy of acquiring deprioritized molecules, targeting HSD-1 for safer steroids, and their focus on Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Tune in and learn more about Sparrow Pharmaceutical’s breakthrough approach to medication development! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 8, 2023

Innovation at the Heart of Nursing with Jing Wang, Dean and Professor at Florida State University College of Nursing

Let’s hear it from one of the players with a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare: nurses and the innovation they bring.  In this episode, Jing Wang discusses the value of nursing and their focus on preparing nurses for the future. Dr. Wang highlights the importance of partnerships, nurse involvement in technology development, and collaboration with stakeholders for improved patient outcomes. Tune in and learn about the work Dr. Jing Wang is leading to prepare nurses for the future! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 7, 2023

HLTH Matters: Digital Tools for a Change in the Industry with Ali Parsa, Founder and CEO of Babylon

Healthcare should be about something other than waiting until someone is ill. In this episode, Ali Parsa, founder and CEO of Babylon, talks about why it’s important to change the traditional approach to healthcare and its structure with the help of digital tools to make it more accessible, affordable, and scalable. He also shares his take on the current capital and investment climate and encourages entrepreneurs to think about where healthcare should go next. Tune in to learn more about how Dr. Ali Parsa and Babylon are working to change healthcare for every person on Earth! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 4, 2023

Future of Health Series: Leveraging Business Archetypes: Setting Your Company Up for Long-term Success with Simon Gisby, Principal at Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP

Some key business archetypes are shaping the Future of Health. In this episode, Simon Gisby talks about the concept of business archetypes in the context of the Future of Health. He introduces ten archetypes impacting stakeholders, emphasizes consumer-centricity, and encourages collaboration to transform the healthcare industry. Tune in and learn more about data, platforms, and the business archetypes that will bring well-care into health!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 3, 2023

TO: Innovating Across Silos – Moving From Sick Care to Health Care with Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health

Connecting the dots across all healthcare silos is vital to achieving overall health integration.  Oral, public, cardiovascular, brain, and overall health can be treated through whole-person care and it is becoming a reality in some parts of the world. In this episode of the Think Oral Health Podcast, Mariya Filipova and Dr. Jonathan Levine host Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health, a unique interdisciplinary community dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the arrival of a new, human-centric, technology-enabled health age.  They discuss the development of scalable solutions in oral and overall health and how they can help get us from sick care to health care if worked in a more interdisciplinary way.  By reaching across the aisle, connecting dots, and thinking outside the silo, we’ll be able to achieve greater health outcomes, reduced costs, and greater life expectancy.  During the podcast, we also cover the application of technologies like AR/VR, smartphone cameras, and other platforms that can elevate overall health if done so in an integrated way. Tune in to get inspiration and more ideas on how you can make healthcare more integrated. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 3, 2023

CD: How Healthcare Can Unlock New Levels of Innovation with Aman Shah, Vice President of New Ventures and Strategic Partnerships at VNS Health

Healthcare still has a long way to go, but patient-centric innovation opportunities are the key forward. In this episode, Aman Shah talks about his passion for transforming healthcare through value-based care, innovation, and putting the patient at the forefront of the industry's efforts. He highlights the importance of technology, incentivizing healthcare professionals, and addressing patient engagement to drive positive changes in the industry. Tune in and learn about the importance of collaboration and prioritizing patients to drive meaningful healthcare change! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 3, 2023

Changing the Healthcare Game with At-Home Diagnostics with David Stein, CEO of Ash Wellness

In this episode, we feature David Stein, CEO of Ash Wellness, who discusses at-home diagnostics, their strategy, and how they pivoted through the COVID times to become one of the most experienced companies regarding at-home self-collected samples! Tune in to listen to one of the most experienced companies in diagnostics! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 31, 2023

HLTH Matters: Normalizing Mental Health for Better Health with Suzanne Kunis, Founder, President, and CEO of NovaWell

It's okay not to be okay; this is your reminder that mental health is part of your overall health. In this episode, Suzanne Kunis talks about integrating physical and behavioral health and the battle against stigma in mental care issues. She thoroughly breaks down how NovaWell and Horizon are trying various innovative approaches to behavioral health and discusses stigma as one of the critical barriers to work on in an attempt to normalize mental healthcare. Tune in and listen to Suzanne’s take on behavioral health to learn about the work she’s doing to make it better and more accessible for those in need! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 28, 2023

Reinventing Home-Based Care with Lee Hudson Teslik, Founder and CEO at Reverence

Elder care has the opportunity to scale up and tackle challenges with AI technologies. In this episode, Lee Hudson Teslik talks about how Reverence transforms home-based care with AI technology. He explains how Reverence optimizes scheduling with real-time practitioner shift matching, prioritizes employee retention through flexible working schedules, and sees the current staffing crisis as an opportunity for strategic workforce optimization and technological advancement in healthcare. Tune in to learn how Reverence transforms home-based care with AI and workforce optimization! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 28, 2023

Future of Health Series: Breaking the Cost Curve: A Path to $4T in Savings with Andrew Davis, Principal for Deloitte Consulting LLP’s Health Care Practice

We need a paradigm shift to bend or break the cost curve in American Healthcare.  In this episode, Andrew Davis talks about the current US healthcare spending trajectory and the potential for breaking the cost curve by embracing the Future of Health. He discusses high US healthcare expenditures and the potential for saving $4 trillion by 2040 through data-driven decisions, empowering consumers, and scientific innovations. Tune in to learn how the Future of Health will impact US Healthcare expenditures! Resources: Connect with and follow Andrew Davis on LinkedIn. Follow Deloitte on LinkedIn. Explore the Deloitte Website. Learn more about Deloitte’s Future of Health here.
July 27, 2023

TO: Mission Driven Impact: Restoring Smiles and Communities with Dr. Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein

Transformation begins with a commitment to smile and a commitment to show up and do the work that needs to get done. In this episode, Mariya and Jonathan interview Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein. They share their experience having attended the GLO Good Foundation oral health mission at Eleuthera, Bahamas that we covered in episode one with Lenny Kravitz. The mission involved caring for people’s needs, addressing tooth decay, extensive teamwork, leadership efforts, and commitment from everyone involved to have positive results. The outcome was extraordinary. Eric and Gerard share how this experience informed their views on access to care and transformed their outlook on serving others.  Listen to this episode and learn how the work that was done in Eleuthera Bahamas can give you inspiration and ideas to make care more equitable and accessible in your boardroom, practice, and community. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 27, 2023

CTJ: Navigating the MedTech Landscape for Better Cancer Care with Joanna Nathan, CEO and Co-Founder at Prana Thoracic

MedTech entrepreneurship is being transformed, and here are some insights from an expert in the field. In this episode, Joanna Nathan discusses her experiences and insights into entrepreneurship and medical device development in surgical oncology. She discusses how Prana Thoracic's device enables early intervention and personalized medicine for lung cancer patients with $6 million in funding, emphasizing market access strategy, clinical evidence, and work-life balance while acknowledging challenges as a female CEO. Tune in and learn from Joanna Nathan’s journey into the medical device startup world! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 26, 2023

RC: Successfully Transitioning from HCP to Clinical Researcher with Lydia Beaudette, Director of Growth and Strategic Partnerships at Centricity Research

We can build research communities and increase access by helping HCPs navigate the path into clinical research. In this episode, Lydia Beaudette talks about the process of attracting and transforming HCPs into researchers. She discusses the enormous complexity of conducting multiple studies, emphasizing best practices of integrating research into a health system, the benefits of building communities of practice, and the risks and benefits of research for HCPs. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities for clinicians as the clinical research world evolves! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 25, 2023

Inside Tampa’s Burgeoning Medical and Research District with John Couris, President and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center

Tampa's Medical and Research District is breaking through the industry with collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities. In this episode, John Couris talks about the development and vision of the Tampa Medical and Research District. He discusses how the Tampa Medical and Research District aims to attract researchers, leverage resources, and form partnerships to create a vibrant healthcare ecosystem that drives advancements, attracts businesses, and improves healthcare delivery. Tune in to learn about Tampa’s vision for medical excellence with their research district! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 24, 2023

HLTH Matters: The Future of Healthcare for the Labor Workforce with Matthew Condon, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Bardavon Health Innovations

Technology innovation can revolutionize the workers’ compensation healthcare experience. Matthew Condon, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Bardavon Health Innovations, believes employee healthcare delivery needs a reform that can start with using current digital tools. He also argues why Musculoskeletal treatments can catalyze change within the healthcare environment and culture around workers. Tune in to learn more about how Bardavon is revolutionizing healthcare for the labor workforce! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 21, 2023

The Future of Health Series: Embracing Disruption: The Future of Health Is Now with Neal Batra, Principal at Deloitte Consulting LLP

Welcome to this five-part series where we dive into Deloitte’s vision for the Future of Healthcare, the emergence of a new ecosystem oriented around dynamic value drivers for our industry, and how to make strategic choices through the FOH frames and concepts!  In this episode, we host Neal Batra, principal of Deloitte Consulting and co-author of the Future of Health Point of View. Neal mentions how the industry is going through a disruptive stage and how experimentation is vital to innovation, bringing up how non-native healthcare organizations are starting to dip their toes into our industry, creating a sense of urgency for innovation among healthcare companies. Tune in, because you don’t want to miss this series! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 20, 2023

TO: Rocking Oral Health: A Rockstar’s Perspective on Health, Equity and Access with Lenny Kravitz, American singer-songwriter, actor and philanthropist

Join Rockstars Lenny Kravitz, Mariya Filipova, and Jonathan Levine as they discuss the powerful connection between oral health and overall well-being. Discover how Lenny and Jonathan transformed communities on Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas, restoring health, self-esteem, and smiles. 🌴😁 Find out how Lenny's mission intersects with Mariya and Jonathan's work. Tune in now!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 20, 2023

CD: Understanding Experience to Foster Patient-Provider Connections with Joan Cox, Chief Experience Officer at Yuma Regional Medical Center

There is an opportunity to prioritize human interaction in care delivery for better outcomes and experiences. In this episode, Joan Cox talks about the importance of patient-centered care and enhancing the patient experience in healthcare. Throughout this conversation, she emphasizes the importance of human connection, qualitative information, and innovative initiatives to enhance the patient experience. Tune in to learn about the evolving nature of healthcare and patient experience! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 20, 2023

Redefining Healthcare Solutions: Enhancing Customer and Employee Experiences with Dave Norton, Founder and Principal of Stone Mantel

Customer and employee experiences have gained so much value in the healthcare industry, only to be improved by innovation.  In this episode, David Norton talks about driving change and innovation in the healthcare industry by enhancing customer and employee experiences. He introduces Stone Mantel’s Collaboratives program, a year-long initiative where companies study challenges, uses design thinking, and develop solutions together, allowing healthcare organizations to gain outside perspectives. Tune in to learn how Stone Mantel drives change in the healthcare industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 19, 2023

HLTH Matters: Is Primary Care the Answer? with Scott Shreeve, CEO, Founder, and Board Member of Crossover Health

Foundational primary care is the basis of excellent health. In this episode, Scott Shreeve, Chief Executive Officer of Crossover Health, talks about the importance of primary care and how he works with sponsors, like employers and payers, to make it foundational in the patient care continuum. He also discusses why these efforts in redesigning and implementing primary care must be met by payment models that allow for providing affordable care. Listen to this episode and learn how Crossover Health approaches primary care to improve healthcare overall! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 14, 2023

ITI: Enhancing Patient Engagement and Compliance in Physical Therapy with Dr. Marc Gruner, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer at Limber

This app will skyrocket physical therapy compliance rates. In this episode, Marc Gruner discusses how low patient attendance and completion rates prompted him to develop the Limber app, which connects patients to prescribed exercises and tracks outcomes. He also emphasizes the importance of data management, HIPAA compliance, trust-building with providers, and exploring value-based care opportunities. Learn about Marc Gruner’s holistic solution for home-based physical therapy challenges! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 14, 2023

Streamlining the Patient Journey with Data and Automation with Eric Demers, CEO of Madaket Health

Data and automation enhance healthcare and helps it be much more efficient. In this episode, Eric Demers talks about Madaket Health, a company dedicated to leveraging data and interoperability to transform healthcare delivery and improve patient journeys. He explains how the company reduces provider preparation time while facilitating information exchange, prioritizes employee interests, and recognizes the potential of AI/ML in healthcare. Listen to this episode and learn how Madaket Health revolutionizes healthcare delivery with data-driven solutions! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 13, 2023

RC: Human Engagement: The Critical Ingredient for Success in Biotech Research with Matthew Price, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Promontory Therapeutics

Effective human engagement at all levels - financial, scientific, research - is essential to success in the biotech industry. In this episode, Matthew Price talks about Promontory's journey in the biotech industry, the potential of PT-112 as an immunogenic cell death inducer, and the complexities of conducting cancer research and clinical trials. Matthew also addresses challenges in translating preclinical findings to human trials, supporting patient commitment, COVID-19's impact on clinical research, and the company's funding goals. Tune in to learn more about how Promontory navigates the translation of preclinical success to human trials focusing on human relationships and experiences! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 11, 2023

Creative Communications: the Power of Storytelling with Dave Zaboski, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Laetro

Storytelling is essential to create effective communication. In this episode, Dave Zaboski talks about Laetro, a community that provides design services to enterprise clients, and its role in creative communications. He also discusses the value of storytelling, transparency, collaboration in the creative process, and AI's role in it. Listen to this episode and learn more about Laetro’s creative offer for companies! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 10, 2023

HLTH Matters: Creative Work Models for Clinical Labor with Aamer Mumtaz, Senior Vice President of Growth and Operations at ShiftMed

Revolutionizing the clinical labor marketplace in healthcare has always sounded challenging. In this episode, Aamer Mumtaz, Senior Vice President of Growth and Operations, talks about how ShiftMed proposes a solution to the nurse staffing shortage with a technology-based platform for healthcare systems and facilities, where they can find clinical labor with shift offerings in advance, using a flexible, innovative work model.  Tune in to learn how ShiftMed’s work model takes care of healthcare workers so they can care for patients! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 7, 2023

Unlocking the Value of Data with Mahmood Majeed, Managing Principal and Leader of ZS’ Global Digital and Technology Business Area

Technology has the power to enhance healthcare and save millions of lives. In this episode, Mahmood Majeed discusses how technology can improve patient engagement and personalized treatments. He also explains how ZS connects healthcare stakeholders through data, driving disruptive changes and improved outcomes. Tune in to learn more about the transformative power of data in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 6, 2023

CD: How Innovation Can Bring More Empathy to Healthcare with Dr. Adrienne Boissy, Chief Medical Officer of Qualtrics and neurologist at Cleveland Clinic

We need to revitalize healthcare with empathy at its heart. In this episode, Dr. Adrienne Boissy discusses with host Matt Troup the importance of recognizing patients' humanity and the challenges of maintaining empathy in a healthcare system focused on efficiency. She emphasizes intentional care, technology's role in enhancing the patient journey, and the importance of measuring satisfaction and aligning values in the intersection of empathy and technology. Tune in to learn how Dr. Adrienne Boissy humanizes healthcare and the patient experience with empathy and technology! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 6, 2023

CTJ: Predictive Power in Cardiac Care with Michael Presley, CEO at Tangent Health

The future of heart disease diagnosis is here.  In this episode, Michael Presley talks about Plainsight, their medical algorithm, which creates a 3D model of the patient’s heart through EKG data to identify areas of ischemic injury. He explains how this screening tool detects heart disease, improves sensitivity, reduces costs, and how Tangent Health is expanding globally, partnering with insurers, and incorporating AI in their services. Listen and learn how Tangent’s Plainsight algorithm will transform cardiac care forever! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 5, 2023

Enhancing Patient Care through Accurate Identity Data Management with Mark Erwich, Chief Marketing Officer at Verato

In healthcare, it’s very important to have the means to identify each individual correctly. In this episode, Mark Erwich talks about the importance of accurate identity data in healthcare and introduces the concept of Healthcare Master Data Management. He also highlights how Verato’s solution can improve the patient experience, create a 360 view of individuals, and assist organizations in achieving better outcomes through reliable data management.  Tune in and learn about the impact accurate identity data has in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 3, 2023

HLTH Matters: Ride Along With a New Player in Healthcare with Caitlin Donovan, Global Head of Uber Health

You probably know Uber, but did you know about its healthcare side? In this episode, Caitlin Donovan, Global Head of Uber Health, talks about their place as a new player in the healthcare industry. Caitlin discusses Uber Health’s approach to overcoming barriers to care and addressing patients’ social determinants of health by designing benefits for them at the health plan level and aligning incentives across healthcare.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the ways Uber Health will make an impact in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 30, 2023

Streamlining Workflows and Improving Access with Stuart Hanson, Chief Executive Officer at Avaneer Health

Real-time data is the key ingredient to solving healthcare’s interoperability problem. In this episode, Stuart Hanson shares Avaneer Health's inspiration for pursuing healthcare interoperability, driven by the complexities and frustrations of a system lacking data fluidity and interoperability. He explains how, as CEO, he focuses on building a secure infrastructure for real-time data flow, demonstrating the value of low-controversy administrative use cases and encouraging engagement to improve healthcare interoperability. Tune in to learn how Avaneer Health enables healthcare interoperability with an innovative approach to data flow! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 29, 2023

Transforming Dental Care and Business with Noel Liu, CEO and dentist at Secure Dental and Co-Founder of DentVia

Successful dental teams invest in people. In this episode, Noel Liu shares his journey in the dental field and the value his businesses bring to the healthcare ecosystem. He explains how DentVia supports dentists by outsourcing tasks to a team in the Philippines, ensuring compliance and patient privacy, and implementing systems that improve team members’ quality of life. Tune in to learn from Dr. Liu’s experience and approach to dental business growth! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 26, 2023

HLTH Matters: Actionable Insights to Change Healthcare with Jean Drouin, MD, CEO at Clarify Health Solutions

A need for actionable insights has held back healthcare, but better health outcomes can come with innovative analytics and incentives. In this episode, Jean Drouin, Founder and CEO of Clarify Health, talks about making a system-level impact in healthcare by using data insights to smooth everyone’s journey in the care setting. He explains how Clarify Health provides clinicians with the tools they need to keep patient satisfaction high and avoid burnout, coming full circle with the goals he set himself from the very beginning of his career. Tune in to learn how information can lead to a better healthcare industry and empowered patients! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 23, 2023

Seamless Healthcare Experiences with Mobile Technology with Joshua Titus, CEO and Founder at Gozio

There’s a need to create mobile technology that makes healthcare easier and better for users. In this episode, Joshua Titus discusses how Gozio creates custom mobile technology to help healthcare systems improve users’ experience and increase engagement. He explains how Gozio approaches health systems to leverage their existing digital resources, the benefits users experience from this technology, and how marketing and IT play a role in its success. Listen to this episode and learn how to leverage mobile technology best to upgrade a health system! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 22, 2023

CD: What To Know About The Next Digital Health Generation with Sameer Berry, MD, MBA, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Oshi Health

A brilliant gastroenterologist is building a new care delivery model using health tech in his favor. In this episode, Sameer Berry discusses his transition from clinical medicine to health tech and his motivation to improve healthcare delivery by building a new care delivery model from scratch at Oshi Health. He highlights the need to leverage technology and stakeholder involvement as he presents his virtual first-care model aimed at improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and driving enthusiasm for the future of healthcare. Tune in to learn about Sameer’s virtual first-care, value-based model vision for healthcare delivery! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 22, 2023

CTJ: Bridging Healthcare Gaps for Underserved Communities with Arun Villivalam, MD MBA, CEO at Los Gatos Doc, Inc.

A California solo family practice can revolutionize healthcare delivery. In this episode, Arun Villivalam talks about his experience with electronic health records and his initial vision of transforming healthcare through their implementation. He also touches on the challenges of healthcare reform, the potential of cloud computing technology, and the role of innovative models like Sprinter Health in enhancing patient care. Tune in to learn about Arun Villivalam’s barrier-breaking career in healthcare delivery! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 21, 2023

RC: Can a Master Switch Stop Cancer? with Stacy Blain, Co-founder, CSO, and CEO of CONCARLO Therapeutics

Targeting the Master Switch in Cancer Research.  In this episode, Stacy Blain talks about her personal history and how she got involved in clinical research and biotech, touching upon CONCARLO's focus on developing a transformative cancer therapy targeting the p27 protein. She discusses the challenge of scaling up research, transitioning it into a consistent, scalable, and stable product for human trials while remaining optimistic about the power of science to bring new treatments to patients. Tune in to learn about CONCARLO’s revolutionizing cancer research! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 20, 2023

Achieving Equitable Healthcare Through Cost Reduction, Data and Transparency with Dan Wilson, Founder & CEO at Moxe Health

We must reduce healthcare costs to have a more equitable and accessible future.  In this short episode, Dan Wilson explains how the team at Moxe Health share information about various ways of payment and operational cases with payers and providers, thinking about the future of healthcare through clinical data. He also mentions transparency, seamless data sharing, and cost-effectiveness in their processes. Tune in to this quick conversation about data and transparency! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 19, 2023

HLTH Matters: Connectivity for A Better Healthcare Experience with Thom Bales, Principal, US Health Services Sector Lead at Strategy& & Patty Obermaier, Vice President of Microsoft US Health and Life Sciences

We live in a world where connectivity is increasingly essential, and much so in healthcare. In this episode, Thom Bales and Patty Obermaier talk about partnerships, like PwC and Microsoft, to develop solutions in digital infrastructure and access for a connected care landscape, thus improving care delivery and data management.  Tune in and learn more about how cloud and platform-based technologies can widely connect care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 16, 2023

Boosting Healthcare Startups with Shawn Ellis, Managing Partner of Distributed Ventures

Healthcare ventures can grow strong with strategic and action-oriented guidance. In this episode, Shawn Ellis talks about how Distributed Ventures work with healthcare startup firms to help them scale successfully and take solutions to market. These startups learn how to build up and scale in a measured, disciplined way that makes the company durable and economically stable. Listen to this episode and learn how Distributed Ventures boost healthcare startups to success! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 15, 2023

HLTH Matters: Collaboration and Integration for Pharma Evolution with Manny Montalvo, SVP, Head of Digital Health and Innovation at Teva Pharmaceuticals

One day Teva will be able to prevent an asthma attack from ever happening again. Manny Montalvo talks about the transformation in the pharmaceutical sector and the digital innovations Teva is implementing by infusing medication and technology, specializing in respiratory care. He also speaks about the collaborative approach the company is taking by partnering with other tech and pharmaceutical companies to increase patient reach, improve the technology, and deliver an entire ecosystem that supports patients’ journeys. Tune in to learn how the pharmaceutical sector is evolving and how Teva Pharmaceuticals embraces this transformation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 9, 2023

Harnessing Digital Innovations and Partnership to Combat Cancer with Santosh Mohan & Jennifer Goldsack

It’s time to challenge the “Cancer affects everyone” status quo. In this episode, Santosh Mohan and Jennifer Goldsack talk about coming together to leverage the most out of digital innovations to reimagine cancer care with the Cancer X partnership. They also share how there are already 21 organizations that have joined the mission to improve equity and reduce financial toxicity in cancer care. Tune in to hear how these companies are coming together to battle cancer with digital innovation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 8, 2023

CD: Going Beyond Resilience and Embracing New Ideas to Address Burnout with Liz Popwell, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Stony Brook Medicine

You can overcome your current challenges when you have a vision for the future.  In this episode, Liz Popwell talks about her passion for healthcare transformation, the power of teams, and her vision for the future with inclusive management and culture. She also discusses the importance of thinking differently, fostering collaboration, and learning from other industries. Tune in and learn how Liz is paving the way for healthcare transformation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 8, 2023

CTJ: Mind, Tech, and Care Revolutionizing Healthcare with Nisha Maharaja, Director of Twill’s Government Programs

Understanding the problem to solve is the key to unlocking healthcare solutions.  In this episode, Nisha Maharaja talks about the impact of innovation, policy work, and proactive interventions in healthcare when there is a clear understanding of the problems. Nisha shares her experiences in healthcare and non-emergency medical transportation, and how, in her current role at Twill, she’s addressing mental health with technology, gamification, and AI with a holistic approach. Tune in and learn from Nisha about technology innovation for better healthcare and mental health access! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 7, 2023

RC: Clinical Research: at the Site and at Scale with Bari Kowal, SVP and Head of Clinical Development Operations and Portfolio Manager at Regeneron

Achieving Clinical Research at Scale through Data and Relationships. In this episode, Bari Kowal, SVP and Head of Clinical Development Operations and Portfolio Manager at Regeneron, talks about her career journey in clinical R&D, from her days as a CRA to her current role as an executive, and what it takes to go from supporting a handful of sites to execute research, to helping a large organization do so at scale.  Learn more about clinical research development operations by listening to this episode! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 6, 2023

Easy Technology, Better Outcomes for Kids with Naveen Kathuria, CEO of GoCheck Kids

Technology solutions can improve access to care for some populations. In this episode, Naveen Kathuria discusses how GoCheck Kids leverages an iPhone to access low-cost, high-quality vision screenings for vulnerable populations. He also advises healthcare providers interested in starting a vision screening program. Tune in to learn how GoCheck Kids is helping children and vulnerable populations with easy-to-use technology! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 1, 2023

Leveraging AI Tools for Healthcare Operations with Morgann Carlon and Hashim Simjee

Operations are crucial to health outcomes, and AI can upgrade them. In this episode, Deloitte’s Hashim Simjee and Morgann Carlon talk about healthcare operations and the potential of AI to improve them. They also advise listeners to develop a clear data strategy and start small when implementing AI solutions. Tune in and learn more about the power and potential of data and AI in healthcare operations! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 30, 2023

HLTH Matters: Techquity and Community Work with Theresa Demeter, Managing Director at Tegria

Health equity and quality in care are two sides of the same coin. In this episode, Theresa Demeter, Managing Director at Tegria, talks about how healthcare should approach technology solutions that address equity by working directly with undermined communities. She shares Tegria’s experience of bringing technology and education to a remote southeast Alaskan community and explains how health advocates and partnerships can help during that process. Tune in to learn more about Tegria’s techquity work! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 26, 2023

From Burnout to Breakthrough, Transformation of Care with Ambient Intelligence with Bruce Brandes, President at care.ai

What does transformational change look like in healthcare? In this episode, Bruce Brandes talks about how care.ai addresses challenges, like caregiver burnout and unsustainable costs in the healthcare industry, through transformative technology solutions. He also encourages healthcare professionals to partner with agile and innovative companies like care.ai to drive faster scalability and navigate the industry’s transformation. Tune in to learn about care.ai’s transformative solutions for healthcare’s current challenges!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 25, 2023

CTJ: Unlocking Access and Cost Savings with AI-Powered Healthcare with Priyanka Mathur, MD, Founder and CEO of MediPocket USA – Cross-Border Care

There’s a platform that gives you access to medical services at your pocket’s reach and will also save you money! Promising, right? In this episode, Priyanka Mathur talks about how her company, MediPocket USA Cross-Border Care, helps patients access care internationally and save money on their medications, all with the help of AI technology. She explains MediPocket’s products and services and highlights how they stand out against the competition, as they offer a full-suite service and use AI to provide insights and advice on health and wellness to each user.  Tune in and learn more about how MediPocket leverages data and AI to give patients the best healthcare experience! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 24, 2023

RC: Innovation Killers in Clinical Research with Ted Trafford, Director of Business Development at Probity Medical Research

What are the momentum killers in clinical research and innovation? In this episode, Ted Trafford discusses key issues that can kill site momentum on clinical trials and the adoption of innovation. He dives deep into the challenges that DCTs bring to sites, the flawed protocol feasibility model, and the barriers that sites and professionals face when entering the research industry. Ted believes in great potential for innovation but recognizes the industry too often forces solutions that are looking for problems that may not exist, creating unintended risk. Listen to this episode where Ted Trafford reveals the secret to getting sites to pay attention to your trial. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 23, 2023

Bridging Data Management and Patient Monitoring: From Reactive to Preventative Healthcare with Sam Ajizian, M.D, CMO Patient Monitoring VP, Clinical Research & Medical Science Patient Monitoring & Respiratory Interventions at Medtronic

The time to tame device data and make patient monitoring preventative has come.  This episode, recorded live at ViVE in Nashville, features a recap of Dr. Sam Azijian’s presentation about device data and how to manage it. He highlights that patient monitoring will evolve to be preventative instead of reactive, the pivotal role algorithm engineers will play in this paradigm shift, and more!  Tune in to this incredible episode about data management and the future of healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 22, 2023

HLTH Matters: Strategy, Disruption, and Growth in Healthcare with Kevin Grabenstatter, and Joe Johnson, Managing Directors of L.E.K. Consulting

During these changing times, don’t stop your work on business strategy! In this episode, Managing Directors of L.E.K. Consulting, Kevin Grabenstatter, and Joe Johnson talk about strategy work for health systems, disruptive models, technology, and what to do now that retailing companies have entered the healthcare game field. L.E.K. prepares and sets up healthcare businesses for key inflection or decision points when navigating the current environment’s changing pressures. They also help companies with challenges around value-based care, data integration, and telehealth. Kevin and Joe discuss what they believe are critical areas healthcare systems should invest in to improve patients’ care experience and companies' revenue. They also speak about how it will be primordial for health businesses to learn from other industries and adapt to the changes that are taking place now that big retailers have entered the game. Tune in and learn how important strategy is when navigating a changing industry like healthcare!
May 19, 2023

Unleashing New Tech for Specialty Care with Peter Rasmussen, MD, Chief Clinical Officer for The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic

Opening up to technology in healthcare can bring creative solutions for important issues. In this episode, Peter Rasmussen talks about leveraging different layers of technology to cover specialty care deserts around the country and improve the quality of life for patients whose access to care sites may be difficult. He also discusses the Cleveland Clinic Second Opinion program, as everyone has a right to a second opinion when facing complex health situations. Tune in and learn more about some important uses for digital health solutions! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 18, 2023

HLTH Matters: Harnessing the Power of Tech and Data to Bring the Right Care to Patients, No Matter Where They Are with Dr. Maulik Majmudar, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at Biofourmis

Technology plays a heavy role in driving equitable care delivery. In this episode, Dr. Maulik Majmudar, shares about his company’s platform, which enables health systems and provider groups to scale their programs at the patients’ homes. Even before the COVID pandemic, the transition of care out of the brick-and-mortar sites into patients’ homes was starting, but many health systems still lack the technology and the teams to support this successfully. Dr. Majmudar explains how the Biofourmis platform can manage patients’ care remotely and uses digital tools that can drive better outcomes. Tune in to learn how the Biofourmis platform is making waves in remote patient management and health equity!
May 12, 2023

Using Technology to Empower the Patient’s Journey with Craig Richardville, Senior VP & Chief Digital and Information Officer at Intermountain Health

The future of healthcare lies in prevention, early detection, and self-service. In this episode, Craig Richardville talks about how he and his team are working to enable digital, automated healthcare tools for patients and providers. For him, bringing these types of tools to patients will empower them to take their healthcare into their own hands and improve the experience of all stakeholders involved. Tune in to learn how Intermountain Healthcare is leveraging technology for better healthcare experiences! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 11, 2023

CTJ: Expanding Care with Precision Medicine with Jessica Gibson, CEO and Co-Founder of Ariel Precision Medicine

Genetic insights provide valuable information on the best way to approach a patient. In this episode, Jessica Gibson discusses leveraging years of genetics data and AI technology to deliver precision medicine, particularly in metabolic and gastrointestinal diseases. She also discusses how the company addresses interoperability issues to deploy the precision medicine approach within the physician network.  Tune in to learn about precision medicine and its potential in care delivery! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 10, 2023

IO: A Breakthrough, Scientifically-Proven Alternative Pain Management Method with Ryan Castle, Director of the Chopra Foundation Institute with Ryan Castle, Director of the Chopra Foundation Institute

Yoga can be a safe and natural way to manage pain, but how does one show that on paper? In this episode of Insights Out, Ryan Castle talks about his latest paper, where he and his team were to be able to map the mechanisms by which yoga interacts with the mind-body pain system. He explains the science behind these practices, discusses the medical community's stigma and skepticism toward them, and how his research is building an evidence framework to support them. Tune in and learn more about the science behind how yoga can alleviate and manage pain!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 10, 2023

RC: A Digitally Automated GPS to Navigate Mental Health Diagnoses & Treatment with Gabriela Asturias, Co-Founder and COO at MiResource

Automating precision diagnosis in mental healthcare makes all the difference. In this episode, Gabriela Asturias talks about how they created an automated GPS to accelerate positive patient outcomes in mental healthcare. Through a virtual triage that can determine a more accurate initial diagnosis and connect them with the right treatment to start, MiResource reduces the guesswork involved in the critical early stages of a mental health journey. She also explains how the platform's AI algorithm, researched and developed exclusively online, has been tested and trained to produce accurate results that reduce intake times and give patients choices to take quick action toward the proper care. Tune in and learn more about how MiResource revolutionizes mental healthcare management! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 9, 2023

Prioritizing Social Equity and Accessibility in Mental Healthcare Delivery with Evans Rochaste, Founder and CEO at ReKlame Health

Mental healthcare delivery is about to get revolutionized through technology.  In this episode, Evans Rochaste discusses how ReKlame approaches mental healthcare with telepsychiatry and addiction services to address social equity, affordability, and accessibility in underrepresented communities. He also enthuses how provider burnout and health equity can be tackled with new technology products that improve system workflows and processes. Listen to this episode to learn about the revolutionizing approach ReKlame is implementing in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 8, 2023

HLTH Matters: Life-changing Care for Anxiety, Depression, & More with Brad Kittredge, CEO, and Mimi Winsberg, CMO and Co-Founders at Brightside Health  

Navigating the mental healthcare space can be very frustrating for patients. In this episode, Brightside Health co-founders talk about how the company uses its virtual platform to provide access to good mental healthcare to individuals resulting in improved outcomes and engagement. Brad and Mimi explain their work with payers to meet all necessary standards and make their virtual service widely accessible. Listen to the game-changing platform Brightside Health brings to the mental healthcare space! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 5, 2023

Empathy for Better Leadership with Dominique Wells, Chief Operating Officer at Conduit Health Partners

Empathy is key to closing the gaps in health systems that patients and providers experience. In this episode, Dominique Wells talks about her journey in healthcare and how her work closing gaps in patients’ and employees’ experiences in healthcare as Chief Operating Officer at Conduit Health Partners has been influenced by her experience. She also discusses the importance of employees’ mental health as an issue that impacts the organization.  Listen to this episode to hear what Dominique has to say about improving the healthcare experience for everyone! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 4, 2023

Exploring Webside Manner in Virtual Healthcare: Insights from NexMed Health Conference

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills cannot be overstated. As healthcare continues to become more virtual, healthcare providers must prioritize developing their “website” manners and adapting their communication skills to new technologies. In this episode of the Outcomes Rocket podcast, host Saul Marquez leads an impromptu discussion with several healthcare professionals at the NexMed Health conference. The topic of discussion is “Webside” Manner Vs Website manner”, and the guests explore the concept of “website manner” and its importance in virtual healthcare interactions. The guests discuss the similarities between traditional bedside manners and website manners, emphasizing respect, listening, and effective communication in both settings. They also discuss the impact of technology and virtual communication on website manners, including maintaining proper attire and focus during virtual interactions. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills in all healthcare settings, in-person or virtual.
May 3, 2023

Riding into Healthcare’s Future with Sufian Chowdhury, CEO and founder of Kinetik

It’s time to change the wheels healthcare has been riding on.  In this episode, Sufian Chowdhury shares how reimagining Non-Emergency Medical Transportation is Kinetik’s mission. At Kinetik, they built a digital healthcare infrastructure that connects transportation services to patients. Listen to this episode and discover how Kinetik is changing the wheels of healthcare!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 1, 2023

HLTH Matters: Effectively Digitizing and Automating Care Programs with Omar Nagji, Chief Commercial Officer of Memora Health

There are innovative solutions for virtual care and patient engagement! In this episode, Omar Nagji, Chief Commercial Officer of Memora Health, talks about the company and how it brings virtual care solutions to the market and provides an infrastructure to its clients to improve their patients’ engagement.  Tune in and learn from Omar what Memora Health brings to the healthcare ecosystem! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 28, 2023

CD: Why Reinforcing Culture Is the Secret for Retaining Care Teams with Jaime Warren, Vice President of Care Transformation at MedAxiom

When a proper intentional integration is in place, everyone wins. Jaime Warren, Vice President of Care Transformation at MedAxiom, is here to share her knowledge about the allied professions in our industry, introducing processes and workflows that make everyone’s experience successful. Jaime shares ways to honor allied health professions' work in the industry, among other advice for leaders. Tune in to this episode and discover another side of care delivery!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 27, 2023

RC: Are we approaching DCTs the way we should be? with Craig Lipset, Co-Chair at the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance

Centralize to Decentralize? New packaging? Old concepts? Risk or Innovation? Understand the future and now of Decentralized trials. In this episode, Craig Lipset talks about his professional history with DCTs sharing details and examples of lessons he learned, as well as discussing factors that he’s identified within these processes that work for different instances. Craig also speaks about his current work to organize and coordinate organizations to enact changes that will help adopt decentralized research methods in healthcare. Tune in and learn from the expert about what it takes to adopt DCTs most beneficially! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 25, 2023

HLTH Matters: Data for Better Patient Interactions with Jordan Penn, Senior Principal Sales Engineer at Inovalon

Never again will providers have to start from zero. In this episode, Jordan Penn talks about how DataStream API can be a powerful digital integrated tool for care delivery and dives into the evolution of technologies in healthcare. Tune in and learn about Inovalon’s digital solution that will make healthcare work easier for everybody! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 21, 2023

LabOps: The Role of Automation and AI in Lab Operations with Todd Edwards, Strategic Advisor for EMSL Automation at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Scientists and LabOps workers need one another, and automated processes require that network behind them. In this episode, Todd Edwards talks about task assignments for LabOps workers within the lab to boost their engagement and satisfaction and process automation backed by data analysis and documentation. He also discusses how AI-enabled tools and robots that help with lab process automation have to be supported by the whole team with established communication structures. Listen to this episode and learn more about keeping LabOps workers fulfilled and lab environments efficient and productive! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 20, 2023

Improving Health Equity: A Conversation with Fran Ayalasomayajula, President of Reach and Founder of Happy Mama

In this podcast episode, host Saul Marquez interviews Fran Ayalasomayajula, president of Reach and founder of Happy Mama. Fran was recently recognized with the HIMSS Health Equity Changemaker Award for her efforts to improve healthcare access and quality, increase health literacy, and promote patient engagement worldwide. Collaboration and grassroots efforts are required to achieve health equity, and Fran highlights the need to address the affordability and quality of healthcare services, especially for vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and older adults. Her mission is to enable communities and healthcare professionals to live healthily and thrive by leading meaningful, large-scale initiatives that have a far-reaching, sustainable, and positive impact. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 20, 2023

CTJ: Navigating the Challenges of Drug Discovery in the Pharmaceutical Industry with Dennis Gross, CEO of the Pennsylvania Drug Discovery Institute.

The Pharmaceutical Industry has made significant progress, but there is still more to achieve. In this episode, Dennis Gross discusses navigating patent protections and digital data. He offers insights into navigating patent protections and digital data. He highlights the PDDI's support for Pharma startups and emphasizes the importance of presenting science clearly and understandably for the public to accept new developments. Tune in and learn more about drug discovery challenges big and small players face in the Pharma world! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 19, 2023

HLTH Matters: Driving Meaningful Progress in Health Equity with Judith Kulich, Managing Principal of Patient Health and Equity at ZS

Health equity disparities are a societal problem that will only worsen if we do nothing. In this podcast episode, Judith Kulich from ZS discusses the issue of health equity disparities and the challenges that hinder progress. She recommends that payers and providers make a difference in diversity and inclusion and share positive developments toward achieving more health equity. Tune in to learn how Kulich and others are addressing health equity disparities. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 14, 2023

Medical Device Playbook Conference Invitation with Scott Phillips, CEO and Founder of StarFish Medical

Join 250 Medtech entrepreneurs, start-ups, and entrepreneurial organizations from across North America. Register now for a full day of medical device commercialization information and inspiration. STANTON J. ROWE Founder & CEO, NXT Biomedical Incubator - Former Chief Scientific Officer and Corporate Vice President of Advanced Technology of Edwards Lifesciences Corp. PAUL LOVOI, PH.D. Co-Founder and CTO, MindRhythm Inc. - Serial entrepreneur of eight companies DEEPIKA A. LAKHANI PH.D. Vice President of Regulatory & Quality, PAVmed Inc. - Former FDA Team Leader and Corporate Regulatory Affairs Expert GREGG HOMER, JSD (PH.D.) - CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER AT STRŌMA MEDICAL CORPORATION Invented instant coffee bags at age 12, patented “subscription on demand”, leader in permanent eye color change From Entertainment Law to Eye Color Change: What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been EARL SLEE, BOARD MEMBER OR ADVISOR TO SIX MEDTECH ORGANIZATIONS (Retired) Vice President, Technology, Strategy and Business Development, Medtronic Brain Therapies How strategic acquirers determine value Case Studies in Strategic Exits RAMGOPAL RAO Chief Executive Officer, LensGen, Inc. - serial entrepreneur with 25 years of experience in the ophthalmic pharmaceutical and devices Going after the Holy Grail of Ophthalmology - The LensGen story How it happened and lessons learned. BILL WALKER PH.D. Director of Entrepreneurship, Duke Engineering - Inventor, serial entrepreneur, and educator Finding the Sweet Spot: How to Balance the Right Idea, Execution, and Culture in a Medtech Startup: Perspectives as a Player and a Coach YIORGOS POLIZOS VP of Sales and Marketing, Life Science Outsourcing (LSO) YOAV RAITER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND DIRECTOR OF SCRYB AND CYBEATS Developer of innovative software and medical device products Why SBOMs are Critical to Managing Medical Device Software Supply Chain RYAN KELLY, PH.D., MBA General Manager, Innovation Lab Getting Value from strategic Health System Partners Industry Panel PABLO AVALOS Associate Director of Translational Medicine, Regenerative Medicine Institute Getting Value from strategic Health System Partners Industry Panel RYAN DOUGLAS Co-Founder, Deepwell, NeuFluent / Founder, Nextern Power Play – Where therapeutic benefit meets market realities MATT MITCHO Co-Founder & CEO, Gemelli Biotech Getting Value from strategic Health System Partners Industry Panel MICHAEL HILL Managing Director of Octane Capital Markets, Octane Capital & Growth NICK ALLAN, BIO SERVICES MANAGER AT STARFISH MEDICAL Designed, Facilitated, and Executed more than 500 Unique Research Protocols and Medical Device 510(k) Antimicrobial Support packages Developing the World’s First Ingestible Digital Fluorometric Laboratory: From First Principles to First In Human SCOTT PHILLIPS CEO and Founder, StarFish Medical
April 14, 2023

LasbOps: The Role of Lab Structure and Automation in Science with Keli Rodriguez, Senior Manager of LabOps at EpiCypher

Managers are the ones that support the labs to successfully develop their science. In this episode, Keli Rodriguez talks about the tasks she does as Lab Manager, the tools she has implemented, and the challenges she’s overcome at EpiCypher. Keli also discusses her work with the automation of tasks within the lab and her plans for the future with tagging and barcoding. Tune in and learn more about what it takes to manage a lab! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 13, 2023

CD: How Leaders Can Partner With Care Teams to Improve Experiences for Everyone with Lara Burnside, Healthcare Professional, Executive Coach, and Consultant

Certain actions can change the way healthcare spaces affect patients and caregivers. In this episode, Lara Burnside talks about her lifelong work to improve the patient and clinician experience in healthcare through human approaches. After adapting different processes during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lara believes that the continued leverage of digital tools and platforms can benefit care delivery, making it more efficient and convenient. Tune in to learn from Lara Burnside about how healthcare experiences can be improved!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 13, 2023

RC: How Do You Buy Innovation for Clinical Research with Dennis Salotti, Senior Director and Head of Clinical Outsourcing and Innovation at Jazz Pharmaceuticals

What Does it Take to Buy Innovation in Clinical Research? In this episode, Dennis Salotti talks about quality and sourcing for clinical trials and shares his opinion on decentralized clinical trials. He discusses some areas that could use some disruption in research and provides tips for entrepreneurs trying to enter the space. Tune in to learn more about innovation and general outsourcing in clinical trials! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 11, 2023

Improving Healthcare through Collaboration with Joanne Mizell, Chief Operating Officer of Banner|Aetna

To make any healthcare experience better, collaboration among stakeholders is required. In this episode, Joanne Mizell talks about how Banner|Aetna improves healthcare experiences through collaboration between stakeholders that add up to make members-patients’ lives easier. She also speaks about what’s next for the company as they expand to bring care to underserved populations and widen access through more mobile and virtual options of care. Tune in to learn about how Banner|Aetna finds ways to improve healthcare through collaboration! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 6, 2023

LabOps: Effective Communication as the Backbone of Successful Operations Management with Omri Paran, Senior Director of Operations and Practice Leader at Azzur Cleanrooms on Demand

Good communication runs through all operations processes. In this episode, Omri Paran narrates the steps and jumps from being a mechanical automation engineer at Pacira Pharmaceuticals to working in R&D and commercial operations for Azzur, focusing on the lessons and experiences gained along the way.  Listen to this episode and learn from Omri about managing people and operations with clarity! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 30, 2023

CD: Why Team Engagement is Key for Supporting the Healthcare Workforce with Vishal Bhalla, Chief Experience Officer at Atrium Health

The human experience is essential to care for within the healthcare industry. In this episode, Vishal Bhalla talks about his role as Chief Experience Officer at Atrium Health, where he implements innovation and metrics to improve the experience of every individual who comes into contact with the organization. Tune in to learn about Vishal’s work to turn the healthcare experience meaningful and fulfilling for everyone! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 30, 2023

RC: New Possibilities in Oncology Research with Chris Learn, Vice President of Cell and Gene Therapy at Parexel

Cancer is not one disease, which means it cannot be addressed by one type of treatment or research. In this episode, Chris Learn, Vice President of Cell and Gene Therapy at Parexel, talks about oncology research, cell and gene therapies, and the patients’ journey navigating this space. Chris discusses next-generation therapies and the challenges common sites may face in adopting them. Tune in to learn more about cancer research and treatment developments from Chris! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 28, 2023

Improving Techquity in Healthcare: Insights from Industry Experts with Alexis Anderson, Principal at Ipsos Healthcare Advisory, and Theresa Demeter, Manager Director at Tegria

Techquity is becoming a standard expectation in today’s healthcare industry. In this episode, we are honored to feature Alexis Anderson, Principal at Ipsos Healthcare Advisory, and Theresa Demeter, Manager Director at Tegria. Both of them have an experienced journey in the healthcare industry, implementing technology in healthcare and avoiding the increase of current disparities, and they are now working in a coalition to improve techquity industry-wide.  Tune in to this information-packed episode about the standard practices of healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 24, 2023

SEMPRE: Partnerships for Better Outcomes with Kati Sadiwnyk, Head of Innovation and Diabetes Portfolio at Sanofi

Working together towards health equity. In this episode, Kyle talks with Kati Sadiwnyk, Head of Innovation and Diabetes Portfolio at Sanofi, about how she’s advocating for patient access, affordability, and equity. She explains what the partnership with DarioHealth seeks to bring and how each company is using its areas of expertise in a combined way to deliver the best care to the patients. She details what each party brings to the partnership and how it seeks to improve outcomes and much more. Listen to what Kati says about patient advocacy and Sanofi's work to improve health equity! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 23, 2023

LabOps: The Crucial Role of Operations in Upscaling a Bioscience Company with Matt Meiners, Senior Director of Production at EpiCypher

An Operations team can upscale an entire company by providing a steady framework for growth. In this episode, Matt Meiners talks about the importance of lab operations management from infrastructure and teamwork from his experience at EpiCypher. Matt emphasizes why documentation is key for a manufacturing lab and how even a small database can provide clarity and save time in the long run.  Tune in to this episode and learn more about how operations enhance this bioscience company! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 23, 2023

CTJ: The Logic of the Heart: How Dr. Scott Roth Co-founder, CEO, and CMO at ImaCor Found His Calling in Cardiology

The physician's role is changing, and here’s a cardiologist’s perspective on what’s coming down the road. In this episode, Scott Roth, co-founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer at ImaCor, questions the current medical education system with a full-circle conversation based on his experience in cardiology, the transition to team-based care with a value-based model, and the evolution of noninvasive imagery technologies. Healthcare industry incentives have changed in the past decades, and so Dr. Roth discusses how motivation is a challenge that should be addressed by the educational system and supported with a value-based model. Tune in to learn more about the evolution of echocardiology and the role of physicians in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 22, 2023

HLTH Matters: The Future of Health: Blurring Traditional Healthcare Boundaries with Simon Gisby, leader of Risk and Financial Advisory, and leader of Healthcare Strategy and Growth Practice at Deloitte Corporate Finance

We need to redefine healthcare for businesses to treat it properly. In this episode, Simon Gisby discusses how to build a business that adds value to healthcare focusing on the customers. He questions what we have defined as healthcare and broadens its definition to cover humans' physical, mental, spiritual, and financial status, amongst other possible environmental determinants. If healthcare were treated as something preventive, taking into account these social determinants would be beneficial, as Simon highlights. Tune in and listen to what Simon Gisby has to say about the future of healthcare with how platform businesses can change health ecosystems for the better! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 17, 2023

LabOps: Revolutionizing Drug Discovery and Manufacturing through Advanced Biological Systems with Behzad Mahdavi, Senior Vice President of Biopharma Manufacturing and Life Sciences Tools at Ginkgo Bioworks

Technology is disrupting the traditional way of developing drugs for the better. In this episode, Behzad Mahdavi discusses the groundbreaking work with the Ginkgo platform technology to optimize drug discovery and manufacture with highly automated biological experiments. This process enables the rapid development of new advanced therapies in a safe, faster, and cheaper manufacturing setting. He also shares how any company within the pharma industry seeking to optimize drug development can use the Ginkgo platform. Tune in to learn more about Ginkgo’s work and resources for development optimization! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 16, 2023

IO: Revolutionizing MedTech Marketing with Customer-Centric Strategies with Matt Tucker, Chief Commercial Officer at NightWare

It’s all about getting to the customer! Join us for an insightful conversation with Matt Tucker as he shares his expertise on MedTech commercialization, pharmaceutical, and device marketing. Discover how to connect authentically with customers, understand their needs, and improve their lives through your product or service. Gain valuable insights into traditional pharma marketing vs. device marketing, and learn about incentives and customer insights that can drive product growth and enhance the customer experience. Tune in to this episode to learn more about MedTech and how it can help you reach your customers! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 15, 2023

SONSIEL: Prioritizing Nurse Well-Being with Peer Support Network with Brittany Drumm, Program Director of Professionalism and Well-Being & Dawn Snyder, Clinical Nurse Specialist at Geisinger Medical Center

Yes, we take care of patients, but we must remember to care for our staff. This week on the SONSIEL Podcast, Brittany Drumm and Dawn Snyder discuss the importance of a peer support network for nurses and how they’re implementing an innovative pet therapy program for the cause at Geisinger. Nurses’ value is immeasurable, and so creating systems that make their lives a little bit easier can help them flourish and be even more innovative than they already are. Tune in and learn about Geisinger's work to improve nurses’ work experience! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 14, 2023

RC: Common Threads Play Out in Rare Disease Research with Seth Rotberg, co-founder of Our Odyssey

Although people dealing with rare diseases may be few, they all share a common humanity with the broader population that must be considered when designing trials. In this episode, Seth Rotberg, co-founder of Our Odyssey, talks about his journey with Huntington’s disease and his take on how clinical research could improve the experience of the patient community. He shares the story of his mother’s misdiagnosis and how he discovered he was a disease carrier, discussing how the clinical research space can repair its reputation and create a trusting relationship with the community. Tune in to learn more about the roller coaster Seth has gone through and the lessons he is sharing from his ride! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 14, 2023

HLTH Matters: Driving Effective Decision Making and Consistent Outcomes Across the Continuum of Care with Yaw Fellin, Vice President of Product and Solutions for Clinical Effectiveness for Wolters Kluwer Health

There are new tools that can guide healthcare stakeholders to deliver high-quality care. In this episode, Yaw Fellin talks about the new solutions they are launching for virtual care providers and payers in Microsoft’s cloud platform, a content-as-service education suite, and an engagement guide. Wolters Kluwer is working with care providers and payers by delivering educational content so that they can improve virtual healthcare experiences and patient engagement. Tune in to learn more about Wolters Kluwer Health and the innovations they are excited to share with the industry!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 10, 2023

LabOps: Strategies for Effective LabOps Processes in Clinical Settings with Majors Badgett, Laboratory Director, and Clinical Consultant at Ethos Laboratories

A Laboratory Director's role involves many responsibilities.  In this episode, Majors Badgett talks about managing complex equipment in the lab, doing research in a clinical environment, and new tools and strategies that make LabOps processes more effective.  Tune in to learn more about Majors’ work and the many factors that play a role in a clinical lab! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 9, 2023

CTJ: From Startups to Success: Navigating Rare Disease Drug Commercialization with Peter Shadday, Chief Commercial Officer US and Global Head of Marketing Specialties at Zambon

Launching a successful drug takes more than just a brilliant idea - it takes a village of experts.  In this episode, Peter Shadday, Chief Commercial Officer US and Global Head of Marketing Specialties at Zambon, shares his insights on the commercialization of rare disease pharmaceutical products in the startup space. Peter knows firsthand the importance of patient support and health economics to develop a successful market access strategy. He also sheds light on the challenges in the rare disease field, from navigating the complexities of clinical trials to overcoming regulatory hurdles. Tune in to this episode to learn from Peter's experiences and gain valuable insights on drug commercialization in the rare disease space.  Click the link to access the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 8, 2023

SONSIEL: Navigating Professional Life: Supporting New Nurse Graduates with Jennifer Curran, Director of the Transition to Practice Nursing Program at Mass General Hospital

There are so many paths a new graduate can take, but entering professional life is always the first step. This week on the SONSIEL Podcast, Jennifer Curran talks about her work to support new nurse graduates' transition into practice and subsequently retain them. She also discusses the benefits of having a standardized, accredited program and the metrics they use to measure its long-term success. Learn more about the transition to support new nurse graduates. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 7, 2023

HLTH Matters: Transforming Health and Wellness Through Better Sleep with Heidi Riney, Chief Medical Officer, and Heidi Anderson, president, and Chief Growth Officer at Nox Health

Pause for a second and honestly think about your sleeping hygiene. Do you have to think twice before you answer? In this episode, Heidi Riney, board-certified in sleep medicine and neurology Chief Medical Officer, and Heidi Anderson, president, and Chief Growth Officer at Nox Health, talk about how they are revolutionizing health by taking care of patients’ sleep. Heidi and Heidi explain the diagnostics and assessment a patient can undergo in Nox’s sleep program and emphasize the importance of education and awareness around sleep healthcare. Tune in and learn why taking care of your sleep is key to having better health!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 3, 2023

Improving the Healthcare Experience with Software Innovation with Justin Ramsaran, CEO and founder of R Group

Innovation must move at the speed of thought, especially in the clinical world. In this episode, Justin Ramsaran, CEO and founder of R Group, talks about working to make a systemic impact in people’s lives through software innovation in healthcare, explaining how the R Group builds an open healthcare architecture to improve the healthcare experience with the help of AI. Finally, he discusses how multiple legacy-based healthcare systems still have a hard time moving to a more simplified, modular software solution. Listen to this episode and learn more about how to bridge the gap between healthcare and technology! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 2, 2023

LabOps: Behind the Scenes of Medication Development: Nurturing Work Relationships in LabOps with Anzhelika Kabro, Associate Director of Chemical Sciences at Paraza Pharma

Operations require good relationships and communication. In this episode, Anzhelika Kabro, Associate Director of Chemical Sciences at Paraza Pharma, provides advice and examples of taking care of work relationships with clients and operations employees to develop new medications. Anzhelika talks about the importance of communication, appreciating lab operations employees, planning, contacts, and personal drive as key factors for success. Tune in to learn tips from Anzhelika to create a healthy and smooth-functioning work environment in the lab! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
March 2, 2023

SONSIEL: Putting Staff Care First: Improving Patient Outcomes Through Emotional Support and Recognition with Karen Miguel, Quality and Safety Staff Specialist at Mass General Hospital

If you care for the staff, they'll care for the patients. This week on the SONSIEL Podcast, Karen Miguel, Quality and Safety Staff Specialist at Mass General Hospital, shares how leaders can help their staff do their jobs more fluidly to enjoy it more and produce better outcomes. She also discusses why this work is important with new graduates entering the workforce, helping them create a self-care plan and teaching them how to approach difficult conversations. Listen to this episode and learn from Karen Miguel how Quality and Safety takes care of patients and the staff. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health 
February 28, 2023

RC: Tell Me and I Forget, Teach Me and I May Remember, Involve Me and I Learn with Dezbee McDaniel, CEO and co-founder of CliniSpan Health

Inequities and a lack of representation within clinical research can only be overcome with deep investment on multiple levels. In this episode, Dezbee McDaniel, CEO and co-founder of CliniSpan Health, talks about how his company looks to bring long-term value to underrepresented communities by providing them with a platform that enhances access and education for them around clinical research processes. He explains why it’s important to have a presence in underserved communities in order to build trust with them and this way be able to deliver the right message to them with the right speakers. Tune in to learn about Dezbee’s work to make clinical research more equitable! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 28, 2023

HLTH Matters: Technology for High-Quality Care with Taha Kass-Hout, Director of Machine Learning and Chief Medical Officer at Amazon Web Services

The next decade will be about making sense of all digitized data; to structure it, AI, the cloud, and machine learning will play an important role.  Nowadays, patients walk around with thousands of unstructured data points on everything they interact with, their devices, the cloud, and their paper records. In this episode, Taha Kass-Hout, Director of Machine Learning and Chief Medical Officer at Amazon Web Services, talks about how AWS enables healthcare customers with AI, ML, and cloud technology to offer convenient, personalized, and high-quality care. Tune in and learn how AWS will help healthcare make the most out of patients’ data with the help of its new features! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 24, 2023

Investing in Healthcare to Improve Quality and Drive Growth with Andrew Adams, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Oak HC/FT

There are many talented entrepreneurs in healthcare. In this episode, Andrew Adams, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Oak HC/FT, talks about how his company supports technology innovation and healthcare entrepreneurship. He shares his enthusiasm for the changes in the industry and discusses how they can help with the crisis in the labor market. Tune in to learn more about how Oak HC/FT supports healthcare entrepreneurship for better outcomes in the future! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 23, 2023

CTJ: Adapting to the Changing World of Drug Discovery and Development with Pamela Bush, Chief Business Officer at Predictive Oncology

Curing cancer is an iceberg more enormous than anyone could ever imagine. In this episode, Pamela Bush, Chief Business Officer at Predictive Oncology, talks about her work connecting science and business to advance the discovery and development of drugs against cancer with the help of predictive AI and ML technology and the most extensive library of tumor samples. Tune in to learn more about how Predictive Oncology impacts drug development! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 22, 2023

HLTH Matters: Disrupting Episodic Care with Technology with Jaime Murillo, Senior VP and Chief CardioMetabolic Health Officer at Optum Labs

Technology can build health journeys centered on consumers. In this episode, Jaime Murillo, Senior VP, and Chief CardioMetabolic Health Officer at Optum Labs talk about responsibly leveraging technology like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data to enhance healthcare for everyone in an affordable, engaging, effective, and equitable way. Jaime explains how to improve communication within healthcare with the help of extended care teams, attending to consumers' needs after they’ve left their provider’s office and thus putting an end to episodic care. He also explains why UnitedHealth Group wants to build systems that will identify gaps in care without losing the human touch within journeys. Tune in to learn how Dr. Murillo uses technology to humanize and bring healthcare to the consumer! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 17, 2023

LabOps: The Benefits of Digitizing Operations in the Biotech Industry with Matt Neal, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs Operations at Atara Biotherapeutics

The Life Sciences Industry is ready to face communication, regulation, and innovation challenges. In this episode, Matt Neal, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs Operations at Atara Biotherapeutics, talks about his work introducing innovative technology for data management to evolve the regulatory operations and submissions space. Matt also explains why he believes that communication with the patient community, bringing company information to an accessible platform, and standardizing the language in work environments can accelerate the innovation process in life sciences. Tune in to learn how Matt Neal is getting rid of the waste in Life Sciences to improve the industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 16, 2023

IO: Chat GPT and Healthcare: Exploring the Ethical Implications of AI in Healthcare with Harvey Castro, Physician, Serial Entrepreneur, Author, and Chief Clinical Operating Officer at ViTel Health Talks

Chat GPT might be to healthcare what the calculator was for mathematics. In this episode of Insights Out, Harvey Castro talks about Chat GPT and AI in healthcare, the ethics behind it, and how he’s spreading awareness on this topic with his latest book “Chat GPT and Healthcare: The Key to the New Future of Medicine.” Dr. Harvey trusts this technology will take off with people who need to advocate for their health, med students, and even providers themselves.  Tune in to learn more about how the healthcare space might change thanks to Chat GPT! (add link) Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 15, 2023

SONSIEL: Blending Tools for Nurses: VR and Education with Joey Lee, Registered Nurse and Operational Readiness Specialist at Unity Health Toronto, and Zayn Khamis, Marketing and Partnerships Co-Lead at the Emerging Leader Forum

There is an innovative tool that supports newcomer nurses in the field.  In this episode of SONSIEL, Joey Lee and Zayn Khamis talk about Netaverse, a solution they developed at the NurseHack4Health Hackathon, and explain the business model they’ve sketched out for it. They also speak of what it means to be an innovator in healthcare and encourage anyone interested in joining them at Netaverse to reach out. Listen to this episode and learn more about healthcare innovations and Netaverse!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 14, 2023

RC: Personal Investment Builds Trust for Diverse Populations in Clinical Trials with Lilly Bunch, Executive Director at Greater Gift

Improving diversity, inclusion, and equity in underrepresented communities requires a high-touch approach. In this episode, executive director Lilly Bunch talks about how Greater Gift is working hands-on with communities to build trust relationships and increase awareness around clinical research to improve their design and address health disparities in the disease states as a result. She discusses legislative and structural changes that would impact patients’ participation and reimbursement, emphasizing the importance of in-person, one-on-one social work with key influencers when approaching underrepresented communities. Tune in to learn more about the work Greater Gift is doing for diversity and inclusion in clinical research! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 14, 2023

We’re not Getting Any Younger, Let’s Work on That with Lisa Ireland President & CEO of the Longevity Science Foundation (LSF)

Let's age well, let's age together. In this episode, Lisa Ireland, President & CEO of the Longevity Science Foundation (LSF), talks about their nonprofit work supporting research to expand the healthy human lifespan. Nowadays, humans live longer than they used to, and many players are investigating the longevity space, making breakthroughs that the LSF is interested in sharing. She also touches on the best use of technology to enhance human health and the funding of longevity scientific research and projects usually not picked up by venture capitalists. Tune in to the Longevity Science Foundation is making an impact on human lifespans! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 10, 2023

CTJ: Long-Term Care, A Struggling Industry Aiming to Dignify the Elderly with Samantha Rapuk, Executive Director of Lutheran SeniorLife

The long-term care sector is an essential part of the health industry but has struggled for a while. In this episode, Samantha Rapuk, Executive Director of Lutheran SeniorLife, talks about long-term care, breaking down the different care-continuum services, and the hardships she’s witnessed within non-profit institutions in the space. She reinforces the importance of caring for the sick, the elderly, and their families and speaks about how at Lutheran SeniorLife, every single worker keeps their residents at the center of what they do. Tune in to learn more about the importance of funding long-term care and its impact! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 8, 2023

CD: Why Digital Healthcare Is Crucial for Modernizing the Patient Experience with Tony Ambrozie, SVP and Chief Digital Officer/CIO for Baptist Health South Florida

Healthcare finds itself at an ideal place to be boosted by its digital capabilities. In this episode, Tony Ambrozie, SVP and Chief Digital Officer/CIO for Baptist Health South Florida talk about driving digital transformation in the healthcare space. He explains why the industry should invest in rebuilding technology systems and product management organizations while focusing on using AI and ML technologies in the consumer journey. Tune in to learn more from Tony Ambrioze about how healthcare’s digital side can be improved and transformed!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 2, 2023

Introducing Chalk Talk Jim hosted by James Jordan, Strategic Health Care and Life Sciences Consultant

Let’s unpack today’s healthcare industry!  We are excited and happy to announce that the latest Outcomes Rocket Podcast is Chalk Talk Jim, hosted by the incredible James Jordan. In this new show, Jim wants to bring the industry’s greatest minds to unravel the details of our industry and go beyond the niche. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
February 1, 2023

RC: Who Protects the Interests of Research Participants? with James Riddle, VP of Research Services and Strategic Consulting at Advarra

Medical ethics committees protect research participants. James Riddle, vice president of Research Services and Strategic Consulting at Advarra, talks about Institutional Review Boards and their work to ensure that research participant protocols are safe, transparent, and fair. Tune in to learn more about IRBs and their role in making medical research safe! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 31, 2023

Improve Health Outcomes and General Well-being with an AI Pet with Victor Wang, Founder, and CEO of Care.Coach

Imagine having a digital pet that helps you take care of yourself. In this episode, Victor Wang, founder, and CEO of Care.Coach talks about using a digital pet avatar to coach complex patients to improve their self-care. These digital avatars use conversations to build relationships with their owners, reducing loneliness and increasing outcomes.  Tune in to learn how digital pet avatars can improve patients’ self-care and health outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 26, 2023

MM: Brand and Customer Role in Healthcare Marketing with Don Stanziano, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Geisinger

Understanding business and customers is crucial for better marketing in healthcare. Don Stanziano, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Geisinger, talks about his experience in healthcare marketing and the lessons he’s learned from it, focusing on brand and customer management. As a marketer, Don believes his role benefits significantly from building trust relationships inside his organization and with external stakeholders. Tune in and learn about brand and customer management in healthcare marketing! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 23, 2023

Value-Based Care for Nevada Communities with Paul Krakovitz, Region President for Intermountain Healthcare’s Desert Region

Healthcare in Nevada has a lot of potential and growth opportunities. In this episode, Paul Krakovitz, Region President for Intermountain Healthcare’s Desert Region, shares what it takes to deliver value-based healthcare to various communities in Nevada. Intermountain Healthcare entered Nevada around three years ago, and ever since, they’ve been working to provide care to its communities while looking for opportunities where care is missing, finding these gaps and filling the voids is now a North Star for Intermountain. Tune in to learn about Intermountain’s approach to delivering value-based community healthcare to Southern Nevada! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 19, 2023

LabOps: Operations as an Integrated Function for Medicine Development with Shailah Yazdani, Director of Operations at the Center for Breakthrough Medicines (CMB) at Discovery Labs

LabOps is both a driver and an influencer within a CDMO. In this episode, Shailah Yazdani, Director of Operations at the Center for Breakthrough Medicines (CMB) at Discovery Labs, talks about her journey into LabOps, the multiple facets and capabilities CBM has as a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), and the role LabOps play there. Shailah discusses how operations provide an infrastructure for different work streams within a CDMO and why good communication is key. Tune in and learn about what Shailah shares on LabOps within CBM! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 19, 2023

CD: How Larger Trends Have Shaped a Health Equity Focus Across Care with Kevin Green, VP of Community Health Centers at Ochsner Health

Community Health is a promising path to better health equity. In this episode, Kevin Green, VP of Community Health Centers at Ochsner Health, discusses his work improving health equity by addressing community health, targeting social determinants, and encouraging community engagement with the medically underserved population across Louisiana. He explains how Ochsner Health creates access by providing transportation, virtual visits, and improving inpatient visits; as well as advising other organizations to listen to their patients to build trusting relationships and give them the best care possible. Tune in to learn how Ochsner health is bringing down barriers to help communities access and receive better care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 19, 2023

IO: Breaking the Status Quo: Building Real Support for Vulnerable Populations with Kat McDavitt, Chief Strategy Officer at Innsena and CEO of the Zorya Foundation

Childcare is difficult to access right now, even for mothers who work in healthcare.  In this episode of Insights Out, Kat McDavitt, Chief Strategy Officer at Innsena and CEO of the Zorya Foundation, shares her work on for-profit and non-profit fronts. She talks about ensuring women working in the healthcare sector childcare support and the help they need to continue working and advancing their careers. Finally, she speaks about how for her, giving back and showing you care about the issues you witness can make a big difference for entire communities. Tune in and learn more about what Kat McDavitt is doing to help working women! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 18, 2023

RC: A Hot Double Take on Clinical Trials from One Voice with Adrienne Gaggi, Associate Director of Clinical Development at Aldeyra Therapeutics

A Rare Clinical Research Perspective from Both Sides of the Fence It’s uncommon to see those in the clinical research profession move from site-based roles to sponsor-based roles - or vice versa. In this episode, Adrienne Gaggi, Associate Director of Clinical Development at Aldeyra Therapeutics, shares her thoughts on hot topics around clinical research. Adrienne gives her comprehensive, expert opinion about patient enrollment, sites, and sponsors' roles, as well as the different challenges faced, and tactics used to meet the studies’ needs. Tune in and listen to what Adrienne Gaggi says about the current Clinical Trial Space and her take on some of its critical operational issues! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 17, 2023

MM: Scientific Journalism and its role in Healthcare Marketing with Kristina Grifantini, Director of Scientific Communications and Marketing at Scripps Research

Writing about science is no simple feat.  In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Kristina Grifantini, Director of Scientific Communications and Marketing at Scripps Research, shares her thoughts on science communications, journalism, and marketing. Kristina speaks about the valuable elements she has to take from science journalism, marketing, and PR to find an appropriate communication language when working for a research institution like Scripps. Tune in to learn what a good science writer can bring to your company’s communications! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 16, 2023

A Market-Based Approach to Healthcare with Miles Snowden, Chief Growth Officer & Executive VP of Physician Strategies at Navvis

We must start working with the physician, not around the physician. In this episode, Dr. Miles Snowden, Chief Growth Officer & Executive VP of Physician Strategies at Navvis, shares their work on partnerships and models that pay physicians better and reward them for the value of the care they provide. Navvis is an operating partner for stakeholders participating in value-based reimbursement arrangements. Tune in to learn from Miles’ journey for value-based healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 12, 2023

LabOps: Data Science and Digital Health to Accelerate Transformative Innovation for Patients with Tommaso Mansi, VP, AI/ML and Digital Health, R&D at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of J&J

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science's positive impact on the Pharma Industry and patients are astounding. In this episode, Tommaso Mansi, Vice President, AI/ML and Digital Health, R&D, The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson talks about the development of AI approaches to the development of medications and treatments for specific diseases with the help of digitized biomedical data. Tommaso shares the importance of having proper data governance in the research lab and why humans will always be necessary to produce breakthroughs in partnership with AI. Tune in and learn more about AI's role in data in R&D! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 12, 2023

MM: Human Behavior as a Healthcare Marketing Tool with Vania Cao, Senior Marketing Manager at Natera

Healthcare marketing seeks to drive stakeholders’ behaviors toward a joint goal. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea has a chat with Vania Cao, Senior Marketing Manager at Natera, about how marketing can impact healthcare customers by learning from neuroscience and approaching them as human beings to understand segmentation. Human behavior is the marketing foundation, and our environments shape it. Identifying those external aspects is crucial in the segmentation process, and finding the right starter niche will bring the rest of the market along. Tune in to learn about Natera’s approach to marketing and how it is making an impact in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 9, 2023

Treating Cancer with Nano-Particles with Lana Volokh, CEO, and Alex Tendler, CTO & Co-Founders of ExProTher

When healthcare meets any other profession, amazing things happen; this is how two engineers created a completely novel anti-cancer treatment. In this episode, CEO Lana Volokh, and CTO Alex Tendler, co-founders of ExProTher, talk about how their company is developing first-in-class cancer treatments. This oncology therapeutic delivers p53 protein into tumor cells using extracellular vesicle-based technology. They tell the story of how two engineers embarked on an entrepreneurial journey in the healthcare space and how they have overcome every barrier they have faced. Tune in to learn more about ExProTher’s new proposal for cancer treatment! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 5, 2023

LabOps: For Scientists, By Scientists, Bringing Innovation in Epigenetics with Andrea Johnstone, Senior Director of Product Development at EpiCypher

There is a gold rush happening in the epigenetics field, and this company is offering the most sophisticated tools to find it! In this episode, Andrea Johnstone, Senior Director of Product Development at EpiCypher, talks about epigenetics and how they develop next-generation tech and tools to target chromatin regulatory processes, restore normal gene expression, and prevent disease. Andrea explains thoroughly what epigenetics consist of, what chromatin is, and the role that it plays in cell development. Tune in and learn about epigenetics and how LabOps support this field! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 5, 2023

CD: What Digital Health Needs to Get Right to Comprehensively Improve Care with Vineeta Agarwala, Physician, Investor, and General Partner at Andreesen Horowitz

Data can teach us about human health, it’s time to invest in it. In this episode, Vineeta Agarwala, physician, investor, and general partner at Andreesen Horowitz, commonly known as a16z, talks about digital health adoption and investing in companies with products that can pragmatically change patient care and increase workforce efficiency. Vineeta speaks about not only being an investor but also a practicing physician and how that impacts her perspective on innovative digital health startups and trends in the healthcare space. Tune in to this episode to learn about the direction the healthcare industry is heading in terms of digital health adoption! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 5, 2023

RC: Research is Always About Rising from Failure with Ulf Hannelius, President and CEO at Diamyd Medical

Advancements in Research are Never a Straight Line In this episode, Ulf Hannelius, President and CEO at Diamyd Medical gives us an inside scoop on their development of an innovative medicine for Type 1 Diabetes and explains how the path to success is often a function of tenacity, focus, and community. Ulf starts by talking about the business model, explicitly outsourcing and manufacturing, around an asset like Diamyd. He tells the story of Diamyd’s failure, the approaches they tried to bring positive results, and what they learned from them, like discovering the molecule’s effect with the right HLA haplotype. Please tune in to learn about the research work at Dyamid and how they came back from the ashes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
January 3, 2023

A Process Model for Mental and Behavioral Health with Tom Young, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of Proem Behavioral Health

Until recently, healthcare didn't have the right tools to address mental health. In this episode, Dr. Tom Young, chief medical officer and founder of Proem Behavioral Health, talks about how his company provides caregivers with a process model and tools to improve equality and parity in mental health. Dr. Young shares how Proem makes every step visible to the caregiver, allowing them to follow their patient's progress. He also discusses biometrics as a game-changer in diagnostics and treatments. Tune in to learn more about how the mental health environment is changing for the better with the help of Proem! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 29, 2022

Interaction for Collaboration and Safety in the Workplace with Michael J. Reidy, Senior Consultant at Interaction Associates

As a system, healthcare can benefit from embracing a culture of collaboration and safety, something the whole world got to see during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, Michael J. Reidy, a senior consultant at Interaction Associates, talks about how his company uses tools, programs, and techniques to build a safety culture, improve leadership, and develop conscious collaboration in workplaces. He discusses behavioral aspects, like thinking and attitude, that can play a role in building a trusting environment and affect leadership. Tune in to learn how Interaction Associates is working with teams to implement safe culture practices for the better! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 23, 2022

LabOps: Entering the Lab Industry? Learn from Those Who’ve Done it Before with Ornella Kossi, Lab Operations Associate at BioLabs Heidelberg

Many young companies could use a little help. In this episode, Ornella Kossi, lab operations associate at BioLabs Heidelberg, talks about her job within the company and how they facilitate the growth of many startups in the lab space. BioLabs does this by providing them with access to infrastructure, lab operations management, community, big pharma partners, and mentors who can guide them through the difficult hoops of being an early-stage company. Ornella discusses the challenges startups can face when they are beginning and how BioLabs can take the burden for them in a very focused and customized manner. Tune in and learn more about how BioLabs helps many young companies entering the lab industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 22, 2022

CD: Solving Healthcare Workforce Challenges with Geoffrey Roche, SVP of National Health Care Practice & Workforce Partnerships at Core Education PBC

Core Education is transforming higher education to impact the business and healthcare culture. In this episode, Geoffrey Roche, SVP of National Health Care Practice & Workforce Partnerships at Core Education PBC talks about how healthcare is all about serving others. He fell in love with health administration from where he has led numerous projects with lasting impact. However, healthcare is very risk-averse when implementing changes to solve well-known problems in the industry. Throughout this interview, Geoffrey explains how Core Education offers a shared services model to academic institutions to provide support and resources, like noncredit healthcare workforce development programs. Tune in to learn more about how Geoffrey is impacting the healthcare industry with his work at Core. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 22, 2022

SEMPRE: Access to Better Healthcare at a Lower Cost with Mike Waterbury, CEO of Goodroot

Reinventing healthcare is a one-system-at-a-time thing. In this episode, Mike Waterbury, CEO of Goodroot, explains how they provide a whole suite of services for talent inside healthcare to think differently, innovate, bring their ideas to life, and make an impact. Mike talks about pharmaceutical switch technology and how Goodroot is working to reduce costs and deliver Gross-to-Net drug pricing to patients at their point of sale. He also discusses barriers that affect the accessibility of healthcare and increase medical debt. Tune in to learn how Goodroot is working on several grounds to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for everyone! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 21, 2022

RC: Clinical Researchers: Are They Made or Are They Born? with Dan Sfera, Clinical Trials Guru

Clinical Researchers: Are they Made or are they Born? In this episode, Dan Sfera, the Clinical Trials Guru, speaks about his journey in the clinical research industry as a leader of many different clinical research sites and what it takes to run one successfully. He details what makes a good CRC and shares some examples to explain how every study is different depending on many factors like protocols and team size. Dan shares a controversial tip around sites’ patient enrollment feasibility and a hot take on the popular decentralized clinical trials. Finally, he discusses Latinos in Clinical Research and working for better opportunities and equity within the industry for the Latinx community. Tune in to learn from Dan Sfera’s experience in various clinical research subjects! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 20, 2022

Attract, Engage, and Grow for Better Company Performance with Greg Sloan, Chief Purpose Officer and Co-Founder of Go Beyond

Individuals that work in healthcare are some of the most purpose-centered workers across any industry. In this episode, Greg Sloan, Chief Purpose Officer and Co-Founder of Go Beyond talk about his work helping healthcare workers to find more fulfillment in their careers through different tools and programs. In consequence, when an employee is happy at their work, it benefits the entire system. Greg provides examples in his career where the skills Go Beyond works on would’ve been helpful and enthuses the many benefits the industry can have with them. Tune in to learn about the importance of personal purpose and how Go Beyond is highlighting it to improve healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 19, 2022

Free Pediatric Respiratory Emergency Response Refresher on LinkedIn Live with Theresa Demeter, Managing Director of Clinical Quality at Tegria

The tripledemic of Covid, flu, and RSV is causing a critical surge of pediatric respiratory illness that requires emergency care. The strain is especially great in rural areas where access to pediatric specialists may be extremely limited. It is therefore imperative that all EDs have the appropriate resources and capable staff to provide effective emergency care for children. Recognizing the urgent need among caregivers for a refresher on pediatric respiratory emergency response, Tegria, a healthcare technology, and services company, is hosting a free, 45-minute LinkedIn Live session to provide immediate, quick wins to improve pediatric emergency readiness.   WHEN & WHERE:  Tuesday, December 20, 2022   10 am PT  LinkedIn Live URL Add the event to your Google Calendar Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 16, 2022

Durable, Long Term Outcomes support improving Patient access for ReActiv8 with Chip Moebus, Vice President of Reimbursement and Market Access at Mainstay Medical

The insurance industry has to be educated about what ReActiv8 means in terms of opportunities for chronic low back pain patients. In this episode, Chip Moebus, Vice President of Reimbursement and Market Access at Mainstay Medical, talks about the Reactiv8 therapy and the different elements that play into bringing access to these types of innovations for chronic low back pain patients; The evidence generation and patient selection criteria, the groundwork necessary to educate the payer community, what makes ReActiv8 disruptive in the field, and its economic value. Mainstay Medical’s therapy has proven durability and opioid-usage reduction results in patients. Tune in to learn about Chip's work to drive payer coverage, acceptance, and understanding of ReActiv8, a new solution for chronic low back pain! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 15, 2022

LabOps: Procurement, The Convergent Department in LabOps with Luis Portela, Procurement Director of Indirect Materials and Services at Hovione

Labs aren’t so different from home. In this episode, Luis Portela, Procurement Director of Indirect Materials and Services at Hovione, talks about what his job in procurement entails concerning skills, challenges, opportunities, and leadership. Whether for raw materials, packaging, or equipment, this department touches every area in a company like Hovione. He provides advice on managing people and how you must prove your knowledge with humility to gain respect and lead amongst equals in your team. Tune in and listen to what Luis has learned as a Procurement Director in the pharma industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 15, 2022

SEMPRE: Making Medication Affordable and Supporting Charity Organizations with Eric Beaumont, Co-Founder, and CEO at Charity Rx

If you can get a script, Charity Rx can save some money from it and give it to those in need. In this episode, Kyle Wildnauer-Haigney has a touching conversation with Eric Beaumont, Co-Founder, and CEO at Charity Rx. One of the biggest problems in healthcare is pharmacy pricing, which is determined in part by negotiations. Charity Rx can do its own to get better medication pricing. He talks about the company's journey in the past two years and shares some examples of how Charity Rx is making a real impact. Tune in to this episode to learn how Charity Rx is making medicine more affordable and accessible for millions of Americans, while also giving back to charities and communities across the globe! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 14, 2022

IO: The Omnichannel Roadmap: The Journey to Build Stronger Brand Communications and Customer Relationships with Angelo Campano, SVP of Market Engagement at OptimizeRx

Clinicians can get the right information when they need it through one single thing: Data.  In this episode, Angelo Campano, SVP of Market Engagement at OptimizeRx, talks about omnichannel strategies to deliver the information available to clinicians when they most need it in their EHR systems. Angelo preaches the potential power of real-world data and why it’s essential to find the correct vehicles to deliver the messages that come from it. Tune in to learn more about integrated omnichannel strategies to improve care journeys! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 14, 2022

Insurance, Don’t Get Caught Without It

Here’s the deal with insurance: You'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. In this episode, Stephanie Pearson, co-founder, and CEO at PearsonRavitz talks about why she’s advocating for better education, coverage, and business models around insurance. While practicing as an OB-GYN, Stephanie sustained an injury in a difficult delivery that became a disability that, to her dismay, wasn’t entirely covered by her insurance. This experience later led her to start PearsonRavitz, an insurance brokerage firm that strives to support its clients in order to cover them based on their needs. Tune in to this episode for things to have in mind when getting your insurance affairs in order!
December 12, 2022

How Well Do you Know your Healthcare Supply Chain; Are your Vendors and Service Providers Infectious Carriers of Cyber Attack? with Ed Gaudet, CEO, and Founder of Censinet

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime.  We need to look at Cybersecurity from a supply chain perspective, so dive in with one of the greatest in the industry!  In this episode, Ed Gaudet, CEO, and Founder of Censinet talks about healthcare cybersecurity supply chain risk management and how the HIC-SCRiM Guide can support organizations assess the risk they and their third-party vendors and suppliers can face to develop an action plan against attacks. Ed discusses why it’s important to set up a plan to manage plausible attacks and some documents, resources, and tools that can help with that. Tune in to learn how to protect patient care and operations from cyber-attacks! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 9, 2022

CD: Adopting Innovations for Accountable Care with J.D. Whitlock, CIO at Dayton Children’s Hospital

How do we transition our care models, analytics, and IT support to better enable accountable care? In this episode of Memora Health Care Delivery Podcast, we are glad to have J.D. Whitlock, CIO at Dayton Children's Hospital. There is an incredible amount of innovation happening that can make healthcare delivery easier. Still, many factors influence how easily they can be adopted and implemented. J.D. talks about why he finds the evolution of digital interoperability and EHR app stores in healthcare exciting and discusses situations where users and vendors have benefitted from integration improvements available in the market. Tune in to learn about how to implement and commercialize good ideas in healthcare to improve the delivery of care. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 8, 2022

SEMPRE: Lower Drug Spend and Healthcare Costs to Improve the Pharmaceutical Industry with Chris Ford, Assistant Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Prime Therapeutics

It all comes back to the need for collaboration and the need for value. In this episode, Kyle Wildnauer-Haigney speaks with Chris Ford, Assistant Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Prime Therapeutics, about his work to bring collaboration and value to lower drug spending and healthcare costs for stakeholders within the PBM and Specialty Pharmacy space. He explains why this lack can drive specialty medications prices to rise sky-high and what foundational work can be done to achieve a solution.  Tune in to learn more about the work and actions required to improve the drug distribution ecosystem! Click this link to show notes, transcripts, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 7, 2022

RC: Building a Startup in Clinical Research with Sam Whitaker, Co-Founder, and Co-CEO of Mural Health

Focus first on your end user and success will surely come your way. In this episode, Sam Whitaker, co-founder, and co-CEO of Mural Health talks about what it takes to get a startup off the ground in the industry of clinical research, explains how to create value for your customers, breaks down Mural Health’s four feature sets, and shares advice on investments and exits for those interested in the startup world. He also breaks down the four feature sets that Mural Health offers with its groundbreaking platform.  Tune in and learn from an experienced startup entrepreneur how to break into the clinical research industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 6, 2022

TeleMedicine, TeleHealth, TeleCyber: With the Increase in Virtual Doctor Visits, How Do We Keep the Data and Sessions Secure? with Christine Sublett and Mark Jarrett

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime.  Cybersecurity in telehealth is everyone’s responsibility. In this episode, Saul Marquez talked with healthcare cybersecurity experts Christine Sublett and Mark Jarrett about cybersecurity in the current telehealth space. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth has been more widely accepted and practiced. As many benefits as it brings, it also comes with potential threats that must be addressed. Christine and Mark talk about how healthcare organizations need to make sure that the ecosystem used for the delivery of care needs secure data privacy for patients. Tune in to learn about the work Christine Sublett and Mark Jarrett have been doing to help healthcare organizations navigate the telehealth space safely and provide security for their users! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
December 1, 2022

FOGI: Technology, Informatics, and Healthcare with John Chelico, Chief Medical Information Officer at CommonSpirit Health

Technology plays a huge part in improving the healthcare that we deliver in the United States. In this Future of Global Informatics episode, TJ Southern interviews Dr. John Chelico, Chief Medical Information Officer at CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit health system that wants to improve the care of communities with technology. Dr. Chelico discusses how CommonSpirit is building a platform to deliver care and use EHR data to ensure the right resources are dedicated to the right cause. Tune in to learn from Dr. John Chelico about the role technology and informatics play in the work for a better healthcare industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 30, 2022

SEMPRE: Raising the Bar with Innovation, the Path to Reinventing Tomorrow with Timothy Berendt, Innovation Director, and Corporate Venture Capital Lead at Jacobs

Why does innovation work and move forward? Because of people.  In this episode, Rich Prest chats with Timothy Berendt, Innovation Director, and Corporate Venture Capital Lead at Jacobs, a consulting firm that brings digital transformation solutions to the forefront. He explains how organizations can benefit from the marriage of the areas he handles, emphasizing the importance of people, relationships, and networking to make innovation happen. Finally, he discusses key innovation trends in technology like AI and the metaverse that seem to be forthcoming in many industries. Tune in to learn from Timothy about the implementation of innovations in healthcare organizations! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 29, 2022

MM: Targeting Correctly and Advocating for Hidden Players with Linda García, Senior Vice President of Marketing at POCN

What if we spread awareness about the importance of NPs and PAs with marketing? In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea interviews Linda García, Senior Vice President of Marketing at POCN, an education, and advocacy organization for nurse practitioners and physician associates in the United States. She talks about the importance of NPs and PAs in the creation of treatment plans and discusses how she has seen marketing and sales adapt to the current market dynamics with non-personal communications. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 28, 2022

Automating Care Operations with Mudit Garg, CEO, and Co-Founder of Qventus

World-class healthcare is impossible without world-class operations. In this episode, Saul Marquez spoke with Mudit Garg, CEO, and Co-Founder of Qventus, about how the automation of care operations can be a vital part of the solution to many problems in the healthcare industry. Mudit talks about how AI and behavioral science come together in their platform and tackle different processes with several approaches, as not all need the same automation. Tune in to learn how automating care operations can lead to world-class medicine across healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 28, 2022

Can’t Get Good Help Nowadays: How to Build Your Healthcare Cybersecurity Workforce Against the Competition with Brandyn Blunt, and Matt McMahon

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime.    Finding cybersecurity talent in healthcare is a challenge in and of itself. In this episode, Saul Marquez had a fruitful chat about cybersecurity talent with Matt McMahon, R&D Lead and Senior Product Manager for Cybersecurity with Philips, and Brandyn Blunt, senior Cybersecurity Specialist for Cybersecurity Assurance/Governance, Risk, and Compliance with Cleveland Clinic. Finding workforce talent for healthcare cybersecurity is a challenge that the sector is currently facing, and Matt and Brandyn share their thoughts on the issue, touching on education requirements, competing industries, and open-mindedness. They also discuss the Workforce Guide, a document they collaborated on to help healthcare organizations by providing ideas to build and retain a cybersecurity team. Cybersecurity professionals can come from any background, so Brandyn and Matt explain how to start by looking internally within organizations. Providing training for interested individuals successfully led them down a cyber path.   Tune in to this episode to learn how you can be part of the solution in facing the cybersecurity talent shortage!
November 24, 2022

FOGI: Ease the Workflows in Healthcare with Informatics with Guillermo Sanz-Berney, Physician Informaticist and Consultant

Be your geeky self and show your passion for informatics! In this Future of Global Informatics episode, TJ Southern interviews Guillermo Sanz-Berney, a physician informaticist, about his passion for his profession, the issues QiiQ Health targets, and the work that needs to be done to bring even more awareness and opportunities to the field. Healthcare is skeptical about changing the status quo, but being able to collect granular data from patients can improve health outcomes and caregivers’ workflows. Throughout this conversation, Guillermo and TJ discuss other opportunities for using the information in healthcare and why it’s essential to spread awareness of the role of informaticists to get the most out of the vast data pools available. Tune in to listen to Guillermo’s take on the current state of clinical informatics and some tips to navigate it successfully!
November 23, 2022

SEMPRE: Future and Pharma: Standardization and Automation with Jonathan Ogurchak, CEO and co-founder of STACK

In this episode, Rich Prest interviews Jonathan Ogurchak, CEO and co-founder of STACK, a  startup focused on the challenges of running pharmacies. STACK offers licensed pharmacists a platform that manages information and automates tasks to improve their operations. Jonathan discusses the disconnect between points of care and points of management and possible tools to address it. He also explains why he believes the educational aspect of the pharmacy industry is woefully underserved. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 23, 2022

RC: Direct-to-Patient Clinical Trial, a Better term for DCT’s with Jeff Kinglsey, Chair, and CEO of Centricity Research

“Decentralized Clinical Trials is a stupid term"; that’s right, we said had had to be said!  Jeff Kinglsey, Chair, and CEO of Centricity Research speaks of what he loves about working in medical research and shares his opinion on decentralized clinical trials. Healthcare research has evolved a lot during the last two decades, increasingly incorporating technologies that make it easier for patient participation. Jeff explains why Direct-to-Patient Clinical Trial would be a better term for what companies are doing with Decentralized Clinical Trials and gives insights into the benefits and challenges of doing clinical trials in this way. Tune in and listen to Jeff Kingsley talk about his passion for clinical trials and how he’s working to revolutionize the research industry! This podcast episode is brought to you by ProofPilot. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 22, 2022

MM: Analyze, Plan, and Test with Xuan He, Head of Marketing & Business Development at Roundtrip Health

In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea has Xuan He, Head of Marketing & Business Development at Roundtrip Health, a healthcare technology company that offers non-emergency medical transportation, scheduling, and fulfillment services to health plans, systems, and clinics. She explains how her team reaches out to their targeted personas through different communication channels, how they leverage champions in sales, and their meticulous approach to healthcare marketing. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 21, 2022

Telehealth Technologies, the Key for the Future of Care with Juli Stover, Chief Strategy Officer at eVisit

Build for the future with telehealth.  In this episode, Juli Stover, Chief Strategy Officer at eVisit, discusses how eVisit seeks to simplify healthcare delivery for everyone at any location with telehealth technologies. She fell into the telehealth world by pure dumb luck, only to stay forever. Tune in to this episode to learn how telehealth has improved care delivery!
November 21, 2022

Don’t Sell Me a Lemon with a Virus! with Aftin Ross, Senior Special Advisor for Emerging Initiatives at the FDA, Chris Reed, Director of Regulatory Policy, Digital Health and Product Security at Medtronic, and Debra Bruemmer, Sr. Manager Mayo Clinic

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime.  Chris Reed, Debra Bruemmer, and Aftin Ross talk about the Medical Device and Health IT Joint Security Plan and how it could help organizations with their work and cybersecurity gaps related to medical devices. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 18, 2022

LabOps: Building a Stronger LabOps Team with Pray Pokharel, Lab Resource Coordinator at Mori

Pray Pokharel, talks about how as lab resource coordinator, he makes sure that employees' needs are met so work can happen every day. He speaks of how soft skills lend themselves in operations and discusses what he is looking forward to professionally. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 17, 2022

FOGI: Educating Passionate Informaticists with Jeffrey Weide, Academic Director of Health Informatics at the University of Denver

Jeffrey Weide talks about the multiple facets an informaticist can have in healthcare, be it integrating data systems, improving processes, assisting in facility design, or managing projects, and encourages students to get involved with professional organizations and networks for future reference. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 16, 2022

SEMPRE: Smart Devices for Medication Adherence with Chris O’Brien, CEO of AdhereTech

Chris O’Brien, CEO of AdhereTech, talks about medication adherence and how his company is taking a different approach to addressing the issue by using smart bottles and smart caps to help patients remember to take their medication. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 16, 2022

IO: Vital Gaps in the Medical School System with Raji Akileh, CEO of MedEd Cloud

Raji Akileh, CEO of MedEd Cloud, and member of the board of advisors of the Global Health Impact Network talks about a cloud-based platform to improve the delivery and process of medical education to fill fundamental gaps in medical education. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 16, 2022

Life Before and After ReActiv8 with Meredith Langhorst, Specialist in Spinal Diagnostics, Therapeutics, and Restorative Neurostimulation

Meredith Langhorst, a specialist in spinal diagnostics and therapeutics, and her patient Eric Osborn, a veteran of the US Navy, talk about the Reactiv8 therapy and how its restorative neurostimulation approach has helped patients reduce their lower back pain without the need for surgery.   Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 15, 2022

MM: Global Brand Building in Health and Wellness with Tanita Sandhu, Head of Global Brand and Corporate Marketing at Zepp Health

Your brand sets the stage for the experience across every touchpoint your business offers. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea has Tanita Sandhu, Head of Global Brand and Corporate Marketing at Zepp Health, a brand that brings wellness, fitness, and health solutions through wearable technology and empowers people to live their best lives. Brand building is crucial in the health and wellness industry, throughout this conversation, Tanita provides insight into how she has built a global brand at Zepp that encompasses all of its different products and creates a long-term relationship with all its stakeholders. She explains what a company should consider when building its brand and what to keep in mind when extending it globally, sharing details from her experience at Zepp along the way. Tune in to this episode to learn about the power of brand building for the health and wellness industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 14, 2022

How do Design and Architecture Impact your Health? with Donald Ruggles, architect, and CEO of Ruggles Mabe Studio

Our surroundings can positively impact our lives, did you know that?  In this episode, Donald Ruggles, architect, and CEO of Ruggles Mabe Studio talks about how architecture and design, with timeless forms and patterns, affect our health and well-being. Humans can respond to their environment from a survival or pleasure standpoint, and so Don discusses how and which forms and patterns can induce one or the other. Based on neuroscience studies, incorporating this knowledge when building and designing spaces destined for healthcare can help patients and staff relieve stress. He explains how human brains perceive specific patterns that are familiar and non-threatening and provides some examples that have been used for hundreds of years in architecture and designed instinctually. Tune in to this episode to learn about how beauty, neuroscience, and architecture can come together to relieve stress and improve your health! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 14, 2022

What do Human Viruses and Computer Viruses Have in Common? with Christian Dameff and Jeff Tully, Cybersecurity Researchers, Physicians, and Co-Founders of the CyberMed Summit

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.  In this episode, Christian Dameff and Jeff Tully, cybersecurity researchers, physicians, and co-founders of the CyberMed Summit, talk about subjects to consider in terms of cybersecurity in healthcare preparedness and safety. One could draw an analogy between our immune system and how the healthcare cyber system should behave, and that’s exactly what doctors Dameff and Tully do to illustrate the actions the healthcare industry should be taking. They talk about the CyberMed Summit and how they’ve created a dynamic space to share information about what to look out for and be up to date to prevent cyber attacks. Cybersecurity is a patient safety issue, and therefore, they discuss why doctors and many other healthcare stakeholders should chime into this topic and how they are working to overcome the challenges that may come up on the road. Tune in to this episode to learn more about cybersecurity in healthcare and how to be more active in protecting it! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 11, 2022

GRC – Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Healthcare Webinar Invitation

On this episode, Saul hosts Ed Gaudet, CEO of Censinet to discuss GRC - governance, risk, and compliance and it's criticality for enterprise security in healthcare. He and his team are doing a webinar that could be a game changer for your organization. Join us for the upcoming webinar on GRC in Healthcare hosted by Censinet and Forrester. Sign up here: https://censinet.ewebinar.com/webinar/the-future-of-grc-in-healthcare-7776 In this webinar, guest speakers Renee Murphy, Principal Analyst at Forrester Research, and Ed Gaudet, CEO and Founder of Censinet, explore the future of GRC in healthcare, including what challenges risk leaders face when seeking to modernize GRC across the enterprise and how best-in-class organizations are successfully creating a coordinated, robust, and resilient GRC infrastructure for the long-run. The current challenges in GRC today Trends driving change in GRC How best-in-class organizations are approaching GRC over the next 2 years The critical capabilities required in the next generation of GRC platforms Making the case for GRC transformation and supporting investments
November 10, 2022

Entrepreneuring in the Pharma Industry with Brian Fiske, Founder, and CSO at Mythic Therapeutics

Mythic is merging science and business for groundbreaking drug development. In this episode, Brian Fiske, founder, and CSO at Mythic Therapeutics talks about the work Mythic does, the journey that led him to create the company, and what he has learned along the way. After earning experience in the pharma industry, Brian wanted to start his own company and focus on making drugs for patients rather than on technology. At Mythic, he and his team looked at antibody-drug conjugates focusing on the antibody side to target affected cells. He discusses the importance of connecting with people at the company and work teams and interpreting their feedback. Brian also shares his thoughts on shipping and data management as challenges that, when addressed properly, can make drug development much more efficient. Tune in to this episode to learn from Brian Fiske about the inner workings of Mythic Therapeutics in drug development! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 10, 2022

CD: Funding Healthcare’s Data Revolution with Todd Cozzens, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Transformation Capital

Many have asked the question: is digital health worth investing in? It’s time to answer it candidly.  In this episode of Memora Health Care Delivery Podcast, we welcome Todd Cozzens, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Transformation Capital, a growth equity investment firm specializing in healthcare IT and services. Todd fell into the healthcare industry by accident. When trying to fund his sailing training for the Olympics, he gradually realized the potential digital health had, leading him to embark on an entrepreneurial journey of investment in innovation for healthcare taking him to where he is today. He discusses why investing in digital health brings the future of healthcare faster, the promise of value-based care, and what he believes will be just as revolutionary as EMRs were back when they were first introduced. Tune in to learn from Todd’s perspective about his journey investing in healthcare’s future and what it will bring to the industry.  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 10, 2022

FOGI: AI to Drive Better Clinical and Financial Outcomes with Vipul Kashyap, SVP of Clinical Informatics and Product Strategy at BUDDI.AI

Healthcare stakeholders should all be working together and collaborating, sharing information and knowledge. In this Future of Global Informatics episode, TJ Southern interviews Vipul Kashyap, SVP of Clinical Informatics and Product Strategy at BUDDI.AI, about how they are using AI and machine learning to solve some healthcare information problems. BUDDI.AI is looking at healthcare information from sources like textbooks and clinical decision measures and turning them into one simple language that's open, transparent, and shareable across the industry. Vipul talks about how siloed everyone is and the use of hybrid machine-learning models for data analytics to extract care gaps from patient notes. He also breaks down the difference between health informaticists and data architects to highlight every way that informaticists bring value to projects that are rethinking medicine. Tune in to learn how Vipul Kashyap believes informatics will change healthcare for the better! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 9, 2022

SEMPRE: Creating Next-Gen Patient Support Models with Technology and Talent with Jeff Spafford, CEO, and President of AssistRx

You can now make sure you’re getting the best bargain on price and quality when it comes to your healthcare! In this episode, Jeff Spafford, CEO, and President of AssistRx talks about how his company uses technology to help patients and providers be better informed to make decisions on medications and treatments, improving access and cost efficiency. Patients are becoming aware of the cost of their healthcare and AssistRx provides them a way to look into the different options available to choose one that fits them better. With AI tools like CoAssist, administrative processes can now be done electronically, and thanks to its connectivity with EHR systems, tailored insights are produced for every patient, facilitating decision-making. He discusses the role of AI and patients’ data in healthcare and how it might be the key to ending siloes and instilling proactive workflows. Tune in to learn how AssistRx uses data infrastructure to help patients make decisions regarding their treatments! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 9, 2022

Improving Healthcare Experiences and Health Outcomes for All with Kate Groff, Chief Client Success Officer at Little Journey

Nursing has many diverse stems on which someone can work, like today’s guest! This week on the SONSIEL Podcast, host Mary Lou Ackerman welcomes Kate Groff, a Nurse Practitioner specializing in pediatrics and now the Chief Client Success Officer at Little Journey. She recalls her journey in healthcare and what inspired her to join this wonderful industry, the different hats during her nursing career, and finally shares her thoughts on the future of pediatric nursing innovation. Children cannot be considered small adults when developing and innovating in health solutions to address their needs. These solutions will ultimately end up laying the ground for positive future health outcomes.  Listen to this amazing conversation about following passions, and helping kids and their families! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 8, 2022

RC: Sponsored Clinical Research, Challenge and Execution with Adam Larrabee, President at Rochester Clinical Research

Let us say: being a research site is no walk in the park. In this episode, Adam Larrabee, president of Rochester Clinical Research, talks about how a site runs sponsored clinical research and the challenges it has to face to achieve it. Every sponsor works differently, so there is a protocol to be followed when starting a trial to ensure its success. Adam discusses the process and its challenges, from pre-site qualification to the trial’s execution. He talks about areas where there is room for improvement, like training and onboarding, protocol manuals, and patient enrollment. He also speaks about the site’s relationship with sponsors and how it can affect the entire process for worse or for better. Tune in to this episode to learn how research sites operate when contracted for clinical trials by sponsors! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 8, 2022

MM: Demand Generation Through Marketing with David McKie, VP of Life Sciences Marketing of Medidata Solutions at Dassault Systèmes

Messaging can’t be one-size-fits-all. Find what you want to communicate to your clients. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea interviews David McKie, VP of Life Sciences Marketing of Medidata Solutions at Dassault Systèmes. He speaks of how the acquisition process of Medidata and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic paved the way for how he and his team would approach demand marketing. David explains the strategy that Medidata has taken with customers, talking to them about their challenges and engaging with them before offering them solutions or technology. He talks about virtual versus in-person tools and the importance of customized messaging to have the desired dynamic and pull with the target customers. Finally, he discusses innovation in clinical trials and how he has witnessed large and small companies embrace it differently. Tune in to this episode to learn how David leads demand marketing at Medidata! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 7, 2022

Bringing the Natural Leader Out with Peter Angood, CEO and President of the American Association of Physician Leadership

Leadership is pivotal to how you function in the healthcare industry. In this episode, Peter Angood, CEO and president of the American Association of Physician Leadership, talks about the work and services the association provides to promote physician leadership. During training, physicians do not get exposure to leadership or management principles, so he explains how the AAPL helps them embrace the recognition they need to become better leaders. Educating physicians toward leadership roles benefits not only them as individuals and their practice but also the organizations they work for. With a multidisciplinary approach, AAPL offers a wide variety of services to all of its members around the globe, including the Sound Practice Podcast. These several services can help physicians improve relationships with their patients and face challenges with innovation, quality, and efficiency. Tune in to this episode to learn about why it’s essential for physicians to embrace their roles as leaders to improve care delivery! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 7, 2022

Don’t Sell Me a Lemon with a Virus. What’s the Right Cybersecurity Contract Language for Device Manufacturers and Healthcare Systems with Jonathan Bagnall, Cybersecurity Global Market Leader for Royal Philips Healthcare

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime.  Contract language is key to bringing cybersecurity to medical devices! In this episode, Saul Marquez chats with Dr. Jonathan Bagnall, the Cybersecurity Global Market Leader for Royal Philips Healthcare, about the Model Contract Language for Medtech Cybersecurity Document. He was part of developing this document where healthcare delivery organizations got together to establish the cybersecurity requirements for medical devices, forming partnerships with manufacturers with more trust and certainty of compliance. He discusses how contract language is a tool that, in the Medtech field, can create commitment without stifling innovation. Jonathan also explains how this document will improve medical devices' security by increasing performance, design, and maturity. Tune in to this episode to learn from Dr. Bagnall about the Model Contract Language for Medtech Cybersecurity Document! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 3, 2022

LabOps in Cancer Medicine Development with Nimish Gera, Vice President of Biologics at Mythic Therapeutics

Lab Operations are the foundation for scientific work at Mythic Therapeutics. In this episode, Nimish Gera, Vice President of Biologics at Mythic Therapeutics, talks about the work Mythic Therapeutics does and the role LabOps play in it. Nimish is the scientific co-founder of Mythic, where he oversees the discovery of “antibodies”; These molecules target chemotherapy to a certain area, killing intended cells and minimizing toxicities. With a chemical engineering background, he started working at the lab himself and realized that LabOps personnel are the ones who do critical day-to-day tasks that allow the developments to happen. Finally, he talks about how as a leader he keeps an eye on the use of lab resources and ensures he’s including and motivating LabOps employees. Tune in to this episode to listen to what Nimish Gera has learned working at Mythic Therapeutics about LabOps in cancer biologics development! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 3, 2022

FOGI: Seize the Flexibility and Make an Impact with Medical Informatics with Blake Lesselroth, Vice Chair of Medical Informatics, UO School of Community Medicine

If you're interested in having a large impact, informatics is a field that will provide a pathway for that. In this Future of Global Informatics episode, TJ Southern sits down to talk with Blake Lesselroth, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Vice-Chair of Medical Informatics at the University of Oklahoma-Tulsa School of Community Medicine. Dr. Lesselroth was interested in education, care coordination, and fixing problems, and medical informatics was the field where he found he could impact an entire patient population by doing all of those three. He talks about how medical informatics has a lot of different niches that allow informaticists to design their career path and find what fits best for them. He discusses the challenges he has seen for innovation in systems and the opportunities that design thinking offers in that area. Tune in to learn from Dr. Lesselroth about how you can shape your career in informatics! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 2, 2022

SEMPRE: Untangling Healthcare for Future Generations with Harry Travis, Senior Healthcare Executive and President of The Travis Group

Healthcare is a jungle for the average person to understand.  In this episode of the Sempre Health Podcast, we have Harry Travis, a senior healthcare executive and president of The Travis Group. He talks about his career in pharma and exciting developments to look forward to in the healthcare space. There is a lot of confusion when it comes to the healthcare market, especially when it comes to pricing and payments, but Harry believes it is crucial for entrepreneurs entering the space to have that in mind. Among many innovations that are currently happening in the industry, he is intrigued by cash-only pharmacies and how they will impact the pharma ecosystem, as well as gene therapies. Finally, he encourages those planning to enter healthcare to learn as much as possible.  Tune in and listen to Harry Travis’s point of view on the current state of healthcare and what excites him about future possibilities because of it! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
November 1, 2022

MM: Marketing for Health Accessibility with Amanda Krupa, Director of Communications and Marketing for AHIMA Foundation

You need access to use and understand your health information for better health outcomes. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea has Amanda Krupa, director of communications and marketing for AHIMA Foundation on the show. Hospitals and health systems don’t have website accessibility as part of their top priorities, which, in addition to a lack of awareness and understanding, makes it hard for consumers to access the information they have the right to have. Amanda explains how the increase in accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion with the help of certified professionals is present in hospitals and health systems, especially in the teams in charge of digital content. She talks about marketing having a focus on making equitable content for better accessibility with the use of relatability and storytelling, something figures like influencers might play a role in the future. Tune in to this episode to learn from Amanda Kruppa about health communications and marketing helping people access their health information! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 31, 2022

Taking Clinical Trials Home, a Way to Simplify and Enhance Clinical Research with Ivan Jarry, co-founder, and CEO at ObvioHealth

The clinical trials system is broken and needs to be fixed in a way that’s simpler for everyone involved. In this episode, Ivan Jarry, co-founder, and CEO at ObvioHealth talks about using digital technology to tackle the inefficiencies in healthcare clinical research, decentralizing clinical trials with an easy and engaging patient-centric app. Ivan argues healthcare and clinical research space is a very antiquated, regulated industry and details how ObvioHealth is helping run studies more efficiently taking the processes directly to participants at home through technology. He explains how making assessments at home makes more people willing to participate and stay in the trial. He speaks of digital instruments and how their implementation can increase data accuracy and reduce measurement bias. Ivan talks about how ObvioHealth built tools to enable this type of research in different countries with different regulatory environments, taking into account elements like security, validation, and data hosting, allowing them to expand their reach. Tune in to this episode to learn about how bringing people processes with technology can make clinical research more efficient! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 31, 2022

We Did Everything Right But We Still Got Hacked with an Extended Clinical Outage; What Do We Do? with Kirsten Nunez and Lisa Bisterfeldt

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime. Do you have a plan in case you are the victim of a cyber incident? In this episode, Kirsten Nunez, senior operations manager for emergency management and continuity at Intermountain Healthcare, and Lisa Bisterfeldt, cybersecurity and IT resiliency program manager, talk about the Operational Continuity Cyber Incident checklist they created to support the Incident Response Business Continuity Task Force under the Public Health Sector Coordinating Council Cybersecurity Working Group. Patients’ safety is of the utmost importance and it is being increasingly cyber-threatened as so much in healthcare nowadays is done digitally. The OCCI checklist intents to provide guidance for response teams to undertake critical tasks that need to be completed during the first 12 to 24 hours of a cybersecurity event. Kirsten and Lisa discuss why they believe this tool is very important to have at hand, the reasoning behind its format, and how it is to be applied within the healthcare industry. Tune in to this episode to listen to this informative conversation that will help you be prepared against cyber threats! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 27, 2022

CD: Overseeing Technology and Healthcare from a Leadership Position with Jake Lancaster, CMIO and CMO for the Baptist Medical Group

What does it really mean to be a CMIO? In this episode of Memora Health Care Delivery Podcast, we welcome Dr. Jake Lancaster, CMIO and CMO for the Baptist Medical Group. Chief Medical Information Officers are relatively new in healthcare and they’ve evolved from being in charge of the transition to EHRs to having more administrative duties. Dr. Lancaster explains what he does as a CMIO, the new healthcare technologies that seem exciting to him, and how CMIOs help prioritize them as they come in terms of return on investment clinically and financially. He speaks of dealing with physicians’ burnout and how, as a CMIO, it’s also important for him to focus on the technologies that relieve administrative burdens from physicians and allow them to treat patients better. Tune in to learn more from Dr. Jake as he details what it’s like to be the bridge between the clinical and technical sides of care. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 27, 2022

SEMPRE: The Future of Technology-Enabled Healthcare with Liam McMorrow, Senior Project Manager at Novo Nordisk

There’s a bright future for diabetes technologies, and it’s getting closer!  In this episode, Liam McMorrow, Senior Project Manager at Novo Nordisk, talks about introducing and scaling innovations in healthcare, especially those that enable access to diabetes technologies. Living with type one diabetes, Liam is very interested in the advancements that happen in diabetes technologies and in improving access to them. He discusses the challenges in a big pharma company when it comes to developing new digital products. At Novo Nordisk, he’s seen approaches working with obesity like asynchronous consultations and remote diagnoses that can provide more technology-enabled healthcare services. Tune in to this episode to learn about overlapping pharma and digital health in innovative ways that can boost and improve the consumerization of healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 26, 2022

SONSIEL: The Nature of Curiosity, Thoughts on Nursing, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation with TJ Southern, CEO Beryllus Consulting & Staffing and Informatics Preceptors

Nursing informatics has been around since the 80s, and now in the new millennium, it’s becoming a force to be reckoned with. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is TJ Southern, a second-generation nurse informaticist, entrepreneur, and host of the Future of Global Informatics Podcast. TJ shares her passion for nursing informatics recalling how she got into the field thanks to her mom and her entrepreneurial journey. Getting a mentor or someone one can go to for advice is the best way to succeed as an entrepreneur. The pandemic has opened up a lot of opportunities for entrepreneurs to take, and now is the time to take the bull by its horns!  Tune in to this wonderful discussion about entrepreneurship, innovation, and networking in the nursing industry. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 25, 2022

RC: Let’s Get Honest About Decentralized Clinical Trials with Hassan Kadhim, Global Head of Clinical Trial Business Capabilities at Bristol-Myers Squibb

Let’s clarify what decentralized clinical trials are before this bubble bursts! In this episode, Hassan Kadhim, global head of clinical trial business capabilities at Bristol-Myers Squibb, takes a very sober look at decentralized clinical trials: what they mean to him, how they are evolving, and why they are here to stay. To incentivize progress around DCTs, Bristol-Myers Squibb came up with a definition for the term “decentralized clinical trial” that enlists four traditional capabilities and four up-and-coming ones, all of which Hassan explains. He discusses the design and coordination for the implementation of DCTs to collect the necessary patient data in a comfortable burdenless manner. Not all countries, organizations, or sites are ready to implement DCTs; Hassan thinks ever since COVID, the industry has changed in that way. Tune in to this episode to hear more about DCTs from Hassan and learn where they’re taking the research industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 25, 2022

MM: How to Position and Market an Employee Benefits Platform with Vanessa Sierra, VP of Marketing at Noyo

It’s not just a platform, it’s a culture. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea interviews Vanessa Sierra, VP of Marketing at Noyo, about what they do and how they are marketing and positioning this benefits platform. Noyo’s mission is to create a seamless platform experience that allows carriers, providers, and customers easy access to the benefits available to them easily and understandably. Vanessa shares her journey with Andreea, explaining what she learned from every position she’s been in and how Noyo found her. She discusses the challenges of marketing to different types of users and why community building is becoming crucial in the health and wellness industry. Tune in to this episode to listen to how Noyo will let you access your employee benefits in an accessible way and how they’re marketing its platform! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 24, 2022

A Quantum Thinking Business Strategy with Leon Eisen, inventor, entrepreneur, and senator at the Grand Assembly of the World’s Business Angels Investment Forum

You can decide what to do in a year and create your future reality starting today. In this episode, Saul Marquez interviews Leon Eisen, inventor, entrepreneur, and senator at the Grand Assembly of the World's Business Angels Investment Forum. Leon developed a quantum backward-thinking business strategy that enables leaders to create their business reality on demand with 100% predictive results. Leon has had a fruitful career, including the invention of the world’s first pulse oximetry for the wrist, and is now focused on mentoring and sharing his passion and experience. He explains how, for quantum backward-thinking, you design a business plan from the future back to the present, identifying opportunities around consciousness and leaving room for problem-solving. Tune in to this episode to learn how Leon Eisen uses quantum mechanics tools and applies them in business to build the future today! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 24, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / October 17th – 21st

Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: We started this week on our Main show where I interviewed Jennifer Goldsack and Ryan Vega, where we discussed the current state of digital innovation in our field in this episode of the Outcomes Rocket Podcast! Listen to it here: On Marketing Mondays, Jennifer Forster, VP of Payer and Market Strategy at SimpliFed, talks about marketing the services this tele-lactation company provides for baby-feeding support to parents, payers, and providers. Be sure to tune in here: On the Sempre Health Podcast,  Eric Buffkin, CEO, and President of etectRx, talked about the journey of pursuing a startup in health tech and discussed how ingestible sensors for tracking medication adherence are used in clinical research or care. Listen to this episode here: On the Future of Global Informatics, Tatyana Kanzaveli, Founder and CEO of Open Health Network, talks about her work to build a data-driven care framework to tailor personalized preventative care for patients, as well as funding issues she has faced along the way. Tune in here: In the Insights Out Podcast, Richard Schwartz, Life Sciences, Medical Device, and Digital Health Practice Lead at Medallia, about the value of insights into customers’ needs, sentiments, and emotions for better financial profit, employee experience, and research outcomes. Tune in here: On the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul talked with Errol Weiss, Chief Security Officer at Health-ISAC, about today’s cyber threats and what measures we should take to prevent them. He also shares jaw-dropping examples of these attacks and a great recommendation to protect our accounts: multi-factor authentication processes. Tune in here: The Everyone Hates Healthcare Podcast had an episode with Allyn Rose, who made the controversial decision to undergo a double mastectomy and later created a non-profit platform with information and resources on the matter. Tune in every week to expand your horizons on various subjects in this industry! See you next week!
October 21, 2022

I’m Surrounded by Cyber Threats: How Do I Know What to Protect Against and How? with Errol Weiss, Chief Security Officer at Health-ISAC

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime. Let’s watch each other backs and learn from our experiences in cyberspace! In this episode, Saul Marquez sits down to talk with Errol Weiss, Chief Security Officer at Health-ISAC, about today’s cyber threats and what measures we can take to prevent them.  Throughout this eye-opening conversation, Errol breaks down the three main reasons why cybercrime is committed and how it can impact any organization, but healthcare ones specifically. He explains what an ISAC is, why they were created, and how your organization can benefit from it by learning which are the threats and attacks in your industry. Additionally, Errol shares some examples of these cybercrimes that will make your jaw drop, so listen closely and learn from them. Tune in to this episode to learn about cyber threats and how you and your peers can protect each other from them! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 20, 2022

FOGI: Integrating Data to Get Personalized Care with Tatyana Kanzaveli, Founder and CEO of Open Health Network

You can not focus just on the data you are getting from a patient! In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern sits down to talk with Tatyana Kanzaveli, Founder and CEO of Open Health Network. After being diagnosed with cancer, Tatyana was propelled into an entrepreneurial journey, working with informatics and data to find the cause of her situation. She started the Open Health Network aided by experts, she built a care framework that takes in data from many different sources that affect someone’s health. Taking all of this in, they tailor preventative treatments for every patient.  She discusses challenges like the funding for the development and deployment of this technology. She also explains how her work can be used as the basis for digital twinning, which she believes to be a future step in healthcare. Tune in to learn about Tatyana’s journey in developing data-driven personalized care! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 19, 2022

SEMPRE: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Health Technology with Eric Buffkin, CEO, and President of etectRx

Entrepreneurs, make sure you identify the right use cases for your startups! In this episode, Eric Buffkin, CEO, and President of etectRx talks about the journey of pursuing a startup in health tech. He discusses etectRx and how their ingestible sensors for tracking medication adherence are used in clinical research or care. Finding the right use cases will launch the startup to success and funding, leading to its products being focused and easily adopted by consumers and investors. He shares insights on digital trends and developments, like remote therapy monitoring, which has been stronger than ever. Finally, Eric discusses the challenge that not understanding healthcare costs brings as well as the time for a business to take off in this specific industry. Tune in to this episode to learn how to introduce innovation successfully with your health tech startup! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 19, 2022

IO: Consensual Deception and Other Lies About Operational Metrics with Richard Schwartz, Life Sciences Industry Practice Lead at Medallia

Pharma is looking to understand and embrace customer experience by the minute. In this episode, Richard Schwartz, Life Sciences, Medical Device, and Digital Health Practice Lead at Medallia, talks about the value of customer insights in life sciences. Many companies in different industries have realized that organizing themselves around their customers can be a very productive decision, and pharma companies are catching on. Richard speaks of the importance of listening to customers’ voices, how call centers and customer support are starting points for this data collection, and why leaders should be aware of it. Throughout his conversation with host Natanya Wachtel, they discuss how making decisions with insights into customers’ needs, sentiments, and emotions can impact a company’s financial profit, employee experience, and research outcomes. Tune in to this episode to learn about Richard Schwartz’s knowledge of how customer insights are the future of many healthcare companies! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 19, 2022

MM: Reaching Multiple Stakeholders Involved in Providing Baby Feeding Support with Jennifer Forster, VP of Payer and Market Strategy at SimpliFed

Every parent should feel good about feeding their baby regardless of how they do it. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea interviews Jennifer Forster, VP of Payer and Market Strategy at SimpliFed, a lactation company that provides baby-feeding support to parents on their feeding journeys from the comfort and safety of home. Through a telehealth platform, they provide services marketed mainly toward parents, any person around a baby, and providers within the healthcare ecosystem. Breastfeeding support is a right not many know they have, so SimpliFed focuses on letting parents know what resources are available to them around whatever method they choose to feed their baby. Jennifer talks about the challenges SimpliFed deals with when establishing relationships with payers, in making them understand the value of breastfeeding support and building trust with the potential consumers who might need their services. Tune in to this episode to learn how SimpliFed is creating a new model for optimal feeding connecting with parents, payers, and providers! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 17, 2022

Moving Fast and Fixing Things with Digital Innovation in Healthcare with Jennifer Goldsack & Ryan Vega

Digital Innovation in Healthcare is a big bucket we love to talk about! On today’s episode of the Outcomes Rocker Podcast, we welcome the outstanding Jennifer Goldsack, CEO of the Digital Medicine Society, and Ryan Vega, Chief Officer of Healthcare Innovation and Learning at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, to discuss the current state of digital innovation in our field. DiMe and the VA just started a partnership in which the main goal is to bring together digital solutions, ideas, and innovation for better healthcare outcomes. They also share a bit of their journey in the industry, the challenges they’ve gone through, and how developing solutions that create a meaningful experience for patients and clinicians is the way to go. The concept of pushing technology forward must include a more holistic approach to treating patients.  Tune in to this incredible episode about healthcare technology and digital innovation. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 17, 2022

Healthcare Cybersecurity is in Critical Condition. What’s the Prescription for Health Systems? with Erik Decker from Intermountain Healthcare & Julie Chua from the U.S. HHS

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime. What are some basic things that we should be doing to combat prevalent threats that healthcare systems are facing? In this episode, Saul Marquez had a conversation full of valuable information with Erick Decker, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for Intermountain Healthcare, and Julie Chua, Director of the Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance division within the HHS Office of Information Security. Healthcare cybersecurity is in critical condition and so members of the healthcare industry and the Health and Human Services (HSS) have joined forces to improve it. After different task force research efforts were made, the Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices (HICP) document was published. Erick and Julie break down what this publication is all about, the process that took place to write it, and its importance as a manual to protect patient safety with cybersecurity. In the end, cyber safety is patient safety, let us not forget that. Tune in to this episode to learn about the Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices document that will help healthcare organizations and professionals keep their cybersecurity on point!
October 13, 2022

LabOps: Improve Everything You Touch at the Lab with Jessica Beltran, Associate Director of Lab Operations at Seeker Biologics

Lean Six Sigma and facilities management are great tools to improve lab operations. In this episode, Jessica Beltran, Associate Director of Lab Operations at Seeker Biologics, talks about mechanisms she has learned to improve efficiency in the lab. At a very young age, Jessica was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, which drove her into science and LabOps. With a varied, interesting career, she gained knowledge on lean six sigma and facilities management that she would bring into the laboratories she has managed since. Learning management consulting taught her the importance of contingency planning and keeping a short distance between leadership and lab frontline workers to support the science better and make operations more efficient. Tune in to this episode to listen to Jessica’s journey and learn how she applies her knowledge to improve everything she touches! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 13, 2022

CD: A Bridge Between Technology and Care, the role of a CMIO with John Chelico, National Chief Medical Information Officer for CommonSpirit

We need to create systems that can harness technology to improve care. In this episode, Dr. John Chelico, National Chief Medical Information Officer for CommonSpirit joins us. As a software developer turned to medicine, Dr. Chelico's fascinating journey led him to become a CMIO in one of the country’s largest health systems. He talks about how CommonSpirit seeks to change the system with technology to bring care to patients without easy access. He explains how as a CMIO his role has transcended the implementation and optimization of the EHR to be a player delivering in both a technical and clinical field toward the mission and vision of the health system by helping providers, operations, and business. He discusses what healthcare needs to learn from other industries, like remote actions that can improve consumers' lives. Tune in to this episode to learn about what Dr. John Chelico is doing to modernize the experience of what healthcare looks and feels like! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 13, 2022

FOGI: A Path to Connect Nursing and Technology with Christopher Grutta, Registered Nurse at Mass General Brigham

Nursing informatics is becoming a Need-to-Have asset in healthcare. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern interviews Chris Grutta, a healthcare professional and registered nurse with over ten years of experience. As happened to many, Chris stumbled into nursing informatics as a second career, and after about a decade in it, he’s identified several paths for opportunities in the profession. In regards to that, he discusses technology integration and data analytics as branches that have exciting potential for the future of healthcare. To legitimize nursing informatics, mentoring those entering the field and letting them know people are being vocal about their love for this profession is critical, as TJ and Chris discuss. There are many types of nursing and recognizing them and their capabilities within the system could be game-changing for the industry. Tune in to learn about the many opportunities nursing informatics can bring! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 12, 2022

SEMPRE: Revolutionizing Pharma Using Patented Analytics and Value-based Pharmacy Services with Josh Benner, Founder, and CEO at RxAnte

Prescription drugs are powerful and can help people, but they can also be very harmful. In this episode, Josh Benner, founder, and CEO of RxAnte talks about improving medication use and pioneering a value-based business model for pharmacy.  In the United States, for every dollar spent on prescription drugs, another is spent on misuse consequences, increasing costs and decreasing efficiency. RxAnte provides pharmacy care management programs, like predictive analytics technology and workflow management software to oversee patient-level drug therapy management. Josh points out the Mosaic Pharmacy Service, a value-based service that works with prescribers to help patients in complex and vulnerable situations find their best possible regimen to help with adherence. He explains how RxAnte developed analytic software that turns insights into action for patients' healthcare providers and Mosaic. Finally, he enthuses about the potential for innovation in pharmacy care management delivery for high-need patients. Tune in to this episode and listen to how Josh Benner is improving the pharmacy experience from RxAnte! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 12, 2022

RC: CRAACO: The Future of Clinical Trials with Jennifer Byrne, CEO at Javara

Clinical Research is not an individual sport, it is a team sport in which one variable affects every outcome. In this episode, Jennifer Byrne, CEO of Javara, talks about taking a different approach to clinical research, improving it, and changing the narrative it has been associated with so far. In their conversation, Jennifer speaks about what an IRO is and why this type of company is different from other pharmaceutical companies conducting research nowadays. She presents CRAACO as an approach to clinical research and its intentions by giving some examples of its application. She brings awareness to different issues that occur in clinical research, including mistrust, complexity in systems and protocols, transparency, and teamwork. For her, the future of clinical trials will be in patient-centricity, understanding centricity as including the patient as part of the team. Tune in to this episode to learn the hard things about clinical research and how to manage them! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 11, 2022

MM: Shaking Healthcare Marketing Up with Maddie Coffin, Senior Marketing Manager at HLTH

Get ready to learn a lot at the next HLTH event! In this episode of Marketing Mondays, we welcome Maddie Coffin, Senior Marketing Manager at HLTH. Working in HLTH, Maddie has seen many healthcare and wellness companies surge and has witnessed how they tackle their marketing strategies. She discusses tips for effective and creative marketing in the healthcare industry, delivering a clear message, and building trust with your audience. She is excited about HLTH 2022 and gives listeners a sneak peek at the innovative ideas it will be implemented in this year’s event and lets them know how they can attend as well! Tune in to this episode to listen to what Maddie has learned about healthcare marketing and why you should be excited for HLTH 2022! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 10, 2022

The Spine Surgeons Dilemma for Patients with Mechanical CLBP with Frank Schwab, Spine Surgeon

We all have it sometimes, and it goes away with a couple of simple meds or stretching, but back pain is more complex than you think! In this episode, Dr. Frank Schwab, an internationally renowned spine surgeon, discusses treating patients suffering from chronic low back pain. When it comes to back pain, many structures are involved, so accurately diagnosing its root cause and how to treat it is very challenging. He talks about the multifidus muscle’s functions and why its failure can cause ongoing pain, limited activity, and trunk stabilization loss. He also explains how the new ReActiv8 therapy is making groundbreaking advances in back pain treatment in terms of results and cost-efficiency for patients who have struggled for years with daily chronic back pain; by targeting the multifidus muscle with pulse signals to stabilize it and allowing the other muscles around the trunk to function normally. Tune in to this episode to learn about chronic back pain treatment from a specialist in complex spinal pathology! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 10, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network /October 3rd – 7th

Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: We started this week with our main show, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, where Dr. Chris Giligan, Chief Medical Officer of the Division of Pain Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, and Pain Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Listen to it here: https://bit.ly/ChristopherGilligan On Marketing Mondays, we had an interesting chat with Adam Rosenberg, Senior Director of Marketing for Arrive Health. He talked about what the company does, it's rebranding, and how he is leading its marketing strategies for Arrive’s positioning, including conferences, social media advertising, 1-to-1 marketing, and integrating intent data. Be sure to tune in here: bit.ly/MM-AdamRosenberg On Tuesday, on the SONSIEL Podcast, Hiyam Nadel talked with Rhonda Manns, a registered nurse, and nurse innovator who’s practiced for thirteen years, about how she found something she was passionate about in nursing, and discussed ways in which it is possible to educate the young about this field in healthcare.  Tune in here: bit.ly/SONSIEL-RhondaManns On Wednesday, on the Sempre Health Podcast, Satish Srinivasan, founder, and CEO of DiRx, talked about the company’s innovative system to increase medication access to the population.  Go listen to it here: bit.ly/SEMPRE-SatishSrinivasan On the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern interviewed Kenya Milladge, a registered nurse, Clinical Applications Analyst at Vivify Health, and a technical product owner for Ascension Health. Make sure you don’t miss this networking journey and tune in here: bit.ly/FOGI-KenyaMilladge On Thursday, on LabOps Leadership Podcast, Samantha Black, had a talk with Stacy Blain, founder, and CSO of Concarlo Therapeutics, about how she and a team of scientists are changing outcomes for drug-resistant patients. Tune in here: bit.ly/LabOps-StacyBlain On the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, we launched the Cybersecurity Awareness in Healthcare Series with Greg Garcia, the Executive Director for Cybersecurity of the Health Sector Coordinating Council. We invite you to tune in to the whole 10-part episode series! bit.ly/GregGarcia The Everyone Hates Healthcare Podcast had an episode where Chris Recinos. She is a talented nurse executive, entrepreneur, innovator, and speaker that always knew she was destined to work as a caregiver, but her life turned around when her daughter was lost to suicide and the pandemic wreak havoc in the healthcare industry.  Make sure to listen to this incredible story.  https://bit.ly/EHH-ChrisRecinos Tune in every week to expand your horizons on various subjects in this industry! See you next week! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 7, 2022

Healthcare is Critical Infrastructure? With Greg Garcia, Executive Director at Healthcare Sector Coordinating Council

In recognition of the 19 annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month, The Outcomes Rocket Network has launched a 10-part podcast series to elevate Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast. Partnering with leaders in healthcare cybersecurity in their capacity as members of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, the podcast aims to illuminate advances made in protecting critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety, and areas that need further focus to put a stop to Cyber Crime. Let’s get real about it: people can die as a result of a cyber-attack. It’s not just a work of fiction in movies; it can happen in real life, so let’s work on it! In this episode, Greg Garcia, Executive Director for Cybersecurity of the Health Sector Coordinating Council, talks about why cybersecurity is vital to protect the critical infrastructure that is healthcare. Kicking off a 10-part series on the matter due to October being Cyber Security Awareness Month, Greg points out why in today’s digital world, healthcare faces risks that have to be averted in order to protect patient safety. Whether you’re a patient, a clinician, or a professional in the cyber side of healthcare, cybersecurity affects you and you need to know how to keep yourself safe. Greg explains what this is and how the Health Sector Coordinating Council identifies and mitigates systemic threats and develops resources that can improve cybersecurity and patients’ safety. Tune in to this episode to learn why organizations must work together in terms of cybersecurity to raise the bar for the whole healthcare industry! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 6, 2022

LabOps: Changing Outcomes for Drug-Resistant Patients with Stacy Blain, Founder, and CSO at Concarlo Therapeutics

In your lifetime, chances are someone you know will be affected by cancer. In this episode, Stacy Blain, founder, and CSO of Concarlo Therapeutics talks about how she and a team of scientists are changing outcomes for drug-resistant patients with new classes of drugs. At Concarlo, they are developing new medications that use p27, a natural inhibitor, to stop cancer cells from multiplying in these patients, to enter the first clinical trial in 2024. For her, having an all-scientist team is valuable and has led the way and opened doors in the pharmaceutical field. She also explains why making sure everyone is seen and valued in your lab team ensures they work as a cohesive unit. Stacy encourages everyone to support science and cancer research now, not only when it hits closer to home. Tune in to this episode to learn about new medications for drug-resistant patients and the science behind them! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 6, 2022

FOGI: Networking is the Key to Opening the Right Doors with Kenya Milladge, Registered Nurse & Clinical Configuration Analyst at Optum

Brace yourself for this nursing networking journey! In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern talks with Kenya Milladge, a registered nurse, Clinical Configuration Analyst at Optum, and a technical product owner for Ascension Health. Kenya walks TJ through her journey from being a Licensed Practical Nurse, to becoming a Registered Nurse, and entering the world of informatics. They discuss the challenges they both faced when it comes to recognition and even speak openly about their salary negotiations and earning the money they’re worth. As a central part of the conversation, Kenya emphasizes the importance of networking and provides several examples of how it got her where she wanted to be. Tune in to listen to Kenya’s nursing journey and how getting out of her comfort zone and networking got her places! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 5, 2022

SEMPRE: Pricing, Access, and Affordability: Disrupting the Generics Market with Satish Srinivasan, Founder and CEO of DiRx

If the prices of generics go down, more people will be able to buy them, leading to better health outcomes across the nation. In this episode of Sempre Health, we have Satish Srinivasan, founder, and CEO of DiRx, talking about the company’s innovative system to increase medication access to the population. He is changing the game by eliminating the middlemen between consumers and manufacturers. The company, founded in the midst of the pandemic, is lowering costs by buying directly from the source and delivering to the patients. DiRx is now offering several plans, like a year-long one, for unlimited prescriptions and refills, something no provider had done before. Satish also shared the challenges they have faced, and where he sees the company and the healthcare industry going in the future. Tune in and listen to how DiRx is disrupting the whole market! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 5, 2022

SONSIEL: Young Nurses, Listen Up! Innovation brings a brighter future with Rhonda Manns, Registered Nurse and Nurse Innovator

Being a nurse means that every day comes with different challenges, patients, and situations. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Rhonda Manns, a registered nurse, and nurse innovator who’s practiced for thirteen years. She talks about finding your true passion in nursing, detailing her graduation amid an economic crisis and her onboarding process as a patient rehab nurse, all the way to where she’s at today. She discusses with Hiyam ways in which it is possible to get the word out and educate the young about nursing. She explains what being an innovator means to her and how SONSIEL has opened many different pathways for her to keep growing as one. Tune in to this episode to hear about Rhonda’s take on nursing and why she’s hopeful about its future! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 4, 2022

MM: Data Integration for Healthcare and Marketing with Adam Rosenberg, Director of Marketing at Arrive Health

Getting information to the right place at the right time, that’s a challenge for marketers. In this episode of Marketing Mondays,  Adam Rosenberg, Senior Director of Marketing for Arrive Health, joins us. He talks about Arrive Health, previously known as RxRevu, it's rebranding, and how he is leading its marketing strategies. He explains how Arrive Health works with health systems and PMBs to deliver data on prescription price transparency, medical benefits, and prior authorizations among many others to get patients the most affordable care. He dives into the different ways he’s leading the marketing strategy for Arrive’s positioning, including conferences, social media advertising, 1-to-1 marketing, and integrating meaningful data. Tune in to this episode to learn about where healthcare marketing is headed and how Adam Rosenberg applies it at Arrive Health! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 3, 2022

3 Year Data Results Revealed for ReActiv8 Restorative Neurostimulation with Christopher Gilligan, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Exciting things are happening when it comes to back pain treatment! In this episode, Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief Medical Officer of the Division of Pain Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, and Pain Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, speaks about new developments and therapies for the treatment of chronic low back pain. He explains how patients’ back pain is evaluated and categorized before treatment and the usual procedure based on that classification. He discusses different types of solutions, including a new restorative neurostimulation therapy that’s proving to have substantial clinical improvements. He’s found himself surprised at the outcomes it has brought for all different sorts of patients, including those with scoliosis and/or spondylolisthesis with zero lead migrations. Dr. Gilligan also talks about the long-term benefits for patients’ pain relief and economic savings. Tune in to this episode to learn about what Dr. Chris Gilligan has to share on exciting new developments that will help many patients who suffer from chronic back pain! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
October 3, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / September 26th – 30th 2022

Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: We started this week with Marketing Mondays, in partnership with DIA Creative and host Andrea Borcea, which had a fantastic chat with Shawn Malloy, VP of Marketing at Curebase. bit.ly/MM-ShawnMalloy On Tuesday with the first episode of the Research Confidential Podcast! In it, Joseph Kim talked with Brad Hightower, CEO at Hightower Clinical, about improvements that need to happen in clinical trial research. bit.ly/RC-BradHightower On Wednesday, on the Sempre Health Podcast, Amy Brown, Founder & CEO of Authenticx, talked about the power of listening and conversational data in healthcare. bit.ly/SEMPRE-AmyBrown We introduced the Insights Out Podcast! Natanya Wachtel, the founder of the New Solutions Network and evrmore.io, talked about the new show on the Outcomes Rocket Network. bit.ly/IntroducingInsightsOut On the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern had a chat with Debra Graham, Vice President of Clinical Informatics at Physicians Services Group of Florida. bit.ly/FOGI-DebraGraham On Thursday, we had an episode of the Memora Health Care Delivery podcast where host Manav Sevak had over Bradley Kruger, system VP of patient experience at Advocate Aurora. bit.ly/CD-BradleyKruger LabOps Leadership Podcast, Samantha Black, had a talk with John Curran, Vice President of Laboratory Operations at BostonGene, about his experience in LabOps management after having been a research scientist. bit.ly/LabOps-JohnCurran On our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul Marquez spoke with Jason Rose, CEO of AdhereHealth, and Kal Vepuri, founder and CEO of Hero Health. bit.ly/JasonRose-KalVepuri The Everyone Hates Healthcare Podcast had an episode where Saul Marquez shared three different stories that are personal or close to him and will give you advice on navigating healthcare today. bit.ly/EHH-SaulMarquez Tune in every week to expand your horizons on various subjects in this industry! See you next week!
September 30, 2022

Addressing Non-Adherence with Technology with Jason Rose, CEO of AdhereHealth, and Kal Vepuri, founder and CEO of Hero Health

Imagine having a kitchen counter device that made sure you took your medication every day! In this episode, Jason Rose, CEO of AdhereHealth, and Kal Vepuri, founder and CEO of Hero Health, discuss how the partnership between their companies can improve medication adherence with technology. They talk about why non-adherence is a problem in healthcare and how they are addressing it together. Most drugs are refilled every few weeks, and complex-case patients have to manage several medications prescribed by different providers and dispensed by separate pharmacies. They explain how the alliance between Adhere and Hero plans to synchronize all the medications a patient might have to take and deliver them at once. With the device, patients can pour medications directly into the Hero smart dispenser and solve the daily challenge they, or the people they take care of, face when it comes to taking their medication. They believe this type of technology is vital to the shift to home care in healthcare. Tune in to this episode to learn about how the partnership between AdhereHealth and Hero Health is improving medication management and adherence, reducing costs and dispensing errors, and giving patients better outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 29, 2022

LabOps: Managing a Laboratory Operations Team with John Curran, Vice President of Laboratory Operations at BostonGene

Hear from a research scientist turned into a LabOps manager! In this episode, John Curran, Vice President of Laboratory Operations at BostonGene, talks about his experience in LabOps management after having been a research scientist. He details the steps and decisions taken throughout his career that led him to BostonGene, where he oversees laboratory operations around the development of a platform that harnesses the sequencing of RNA and DNA to get insights into patients’ diseases. He thinks it is very important to recognize LabOps team employees, as he finds retention to be the biggest challenge LabOps face, with a very high turnover for roles that are not considered glamorous.   He explains the automation processes labs can undergo to integrate equipment with information management systems to reduce errors to the minimum, have higher control over processes, and increase the quality of the generated data. Tune in to this episode to learn from John Curran about his experience in LabOps and the challenges he’s overcome! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 29, 2022

CD: Redesigning Care Delivery with Bradley Kruger, System VP for Patient Experience at Advocate Aurora

The customer and consumer pieces are taking their ground in healthcare, how are organizations handling this? In this episode of Memora Health's Care Delivery Podcast, we welcome Dr. Bradley Krueger, the system VP for Patient Experience at Advocate Aurora. With more than 20 years of background experience, Bradley shares how the patient experience has evolved through time from sending surveys via post mail to in real-time feedback they get now. Communication between patients and their physicians is one of the priority items on the list to focus on. Including new voices like the BIPOC Community is crucial to redesigning care delivery today and from now on. Bradley also talks about the future of care delivery and what excites him the most. Tune in to the spectacular episode about taking in new voices, rethinking processes, and improving care delivery. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 29, 2022

FOGI: Finding Your Way as a Nurse: Diving into Research and Evidence-Based Practice with Debra Graham, Vice President of Clinical Informatics at Physicians Services Group of Florida

Writing your evidence-based practice is the best way to learn and teach. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern talks with Debra Graham, Vice President of Clinical Informatics at Physicians Services Group of Florida. Debra didn’t want to be a nurse, and yet, she found her calling within clinical informatics. She talks about how she has worked from home for thirteen years to support staff nurses at the bedside and make their lives easier. She discusses various areas with technology where nurse informaticists have opportunities, expanding the job avenues they can perform, and highlights the importance of research for nurses to build their evidence-based practices. Debra encourages listeners to ask for what they want and get themselves in the rooms where the people they want to learn from are. Tune in to listen to Debra’s advice based on her 40-year nursing career and her 15-year informaticist career! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 28, 2022

SEMPRE: Customer Voices as a Data Source with Amy Brown, Founder & CEO at Authenticx

Never underestimate the power of conversational data. In this episode, Amy Brown, Founder & CEO of Authenticx, talks about the power of listening and conversational data in healthcare. After having worked in teams that led conversations with tens of thousands of patients and providers daily, Amy was inspired to start Authenticx by how those micro conversations, when pieced together, might contain really important insights that could fuel change within healthcare. Authenticx seeks to help humans understand humans in the healthcare space. Amy explains how they take in bidirectional customer conversations, and with the help of AI and ML models built by healthcare professionals, Authenticx allows users that go into its platform to dive into the desired areas. This marriage of structured data with the literal voice of the customer generates insights that can help different healthcare areas like operations, strategy, compliance, sales, and marketing. Tune in to this episode to listen about how Authenticx is giving value to customer voices as a data source! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 28, 2022

Introducing Insights Out hosted by Natanya Wachtel, Founder of the New Solutions Network

Customer centricity has a huge business value, so it’s time for you to discover it! In this episode, Natanya Wachtel, founder of the New Solutions Network and evrmore.io, talks about the new show on the Outcomes Rocket Network: Insights Out. Natanya starts off by telling Saul about herself and her work at the New Solutions Network designing customer-centric solutions with technology and behavioral science for different healthcare companies. She explains then what the podcast will consist of, having conversations with the heads of leading organizations to understand how they are making their customer relationships work best and ways to improve operational efficiency. Episodes will be released once per month as starters and will last between 15 and 20 minutes. She encourages listeners to check it out if they're looking to increase their business performance with a mix of customer science and experience from herself and her guests. Tune in to this episode to learn about Insights Out, the latest podcast to join the Outcomes Rocket Network! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 28, 2022

RC: What Can We Do to Improve Clinical Trials? with Brad Hightower, CEO at Hightower Clinical

Welcome to the Research Confidential Podcast! In this first episode, Brad Hightower, CEO at Hightower Clinical, talks about improvements that need to happen in clinical trial research. Brad details how he became CEO of his clinical research enterprise, one where he offered free research infrastructure to physicians who hadn’t been involved in any clinical trials before. Throughout his years of experience, Brad observed and identified many improvable aspects, some of which he mentioned. He believes clinical trial criteria need to be adjusted to include a more general population set. Clinical trials suffer from a lack of standardization in processes, and workflows need to be more integrated. Tune in to this episode to learn how Hightower Clinical addresses all the issues Brad has identified in clinical trials! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 27, 2022

MM: The Marketing Clinical Trials Challenge with Shawn Malloy, VP of Marketing at Curebase

Make it easy for someone to find you if they're looking out for what you can offer! In this episode of Marketing Mondays, we are joined by Shawn Malloy, VP of Marketing at Curebase. He talks about the marketing challenges he has to face when it comes to positioning Curebase for all its different customers. Curebase is a decentralized clinical trial company that is running and conducting clinical trials with a software technology system that allows this to occur in a patient-centric way. He explains how he markets the company’s services to its three different targets at the same time: sponsors, physicians, and patients. Additionally, he speaks in a detailed way about the marketing journey that he has gone through at Curebase, giving advice based on his own experience and the lessons he learned from it. Shawn also highlights the importance of content and press marketing to provide customers with the right information with a degree of legitimacy to make informed decisions. Tune in to this episode to learn about Curebase and its marketing strategies in today’s clinical trial space! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 26, 2022

How Advances in Prenatal Testing are Helping Screen for Underdiagnosed, Yet Relatively Common Conditions with Melissa Maisenbacher, Associate Director of Clinical Projects at Natera

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, and get tailored support, dedicated recruitment, and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. In this episode, Melissa Maisenbacher, a genetic counselor and associate director of clinical projects with Natera, joins us to continue the conversation about the benefits of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT). Melissa shares details on what conditions NIPTs typically screen for, including microdeletions, such as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q11.2DS). She also highlights key 22q11.2DS findings from Natera’s SMART study, the largest prospective NIPT study ever performed. Through her work with Natera, and as a board member of the International 22q Foundation, Melissa helps educate families about 22q11.2DS and connects parents to critical resources. One way she does this is through the annual 22q at the Zoo events which raise public awareness about the condition. Volunteers spread awareness at their local or regional zoo and distribute fact sheets to educate guests and zoo visitors about 22q11.2DS. Tune in to this episode to learn more about NIPT and 22q11.2DS from someone with first-hand experience. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 23, 2022

Expanding the Reach of Reproductive Genetics with Saman Askari, Co-founder, and CEO at Mitera Genetics

There's a lot that one can learn about themselves and their future children thanks to the advancements in genetics. In this episode, Saman Askari, Co-founder, and CEO at Mitera Genetics talks about genetic testing technologies in the reproductive healthcare space. He explains how Mitera Genetics offers education on genetic testing. If a patient chooses to get an Expanded Carrier Screening or a Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing, Mitera enables them to do it at home. This way, they seek to provide more knowledge and accessibility to genetic testing in a medically responsible manner as it counts on physicians and counselors that review every test and connect it back to patients' existing care systems. Saman talks about the challenges Mitera faced and conquered and also shares details on how to access their services. Tune in to this episode to learn how Mitera is helping patients and families take control of their reproductive health in a medically responsible manner! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 22, 2022

LabOps: Operations and Technology Innovation with Mandar Shah Vice President of R&D at Odin Pharmaceuticals

LabOps is the most critical piece at Odin Pharma. In this episode, Mandar Shah, Vice President of Research and Development at Odin Pharma, talks about how his team’s operations at the lab, develop improved sterile products with technology. His career evolved from developing new drugs and surgical products to evergreening patents with his R&D at Odin. He details the development process that passes through the formulation and the analytical labs as a group effort where integrity is crucial. He also explains how technology can supplement the LabOps people’s work while emphasizing the importance of the human team. He encourages LabOps people to think about what they are doing and why not be monotonous and mechanical. Tune in to this episode to learn how LabOps is crucial for developing sterile products at Odin Pharma! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 22, 2022

FOGI: The Journey of Becoming, When Entrepreneurship Meets Nursing with Nicole Thomas, CEO & Principal Consultant at Impact Nurse Consulting

Becoming who you are, creating connections, and kindling meaningful relationships is a journey. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern interviews Nicole Thomas, nurse, entrepreneur, and founder of Impact Nurse Consulting; Nicole shares her journey of becoming, from being a little girl to how Impact Nurse Consulting came to be. She explains how her organization implements innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes and employee wellness.  She discusses social determinants of health and why she needs to have a community component in her work. Nicole talks about how the lack of technology is the most frequent problem she encounters with her organization and how nurse informaticists fit in to make connections between healthcare organizations, technology, and end-users. Tune in to listen to Nicole’s journey and learn from her experiences as a nurse and entrepreneur! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 21, 2022

SEMPRE: Don’t go to Dr. Google, Use a specialized AI Pre-Diagnosis tool with Peter Bannister, Vice President of Life Sciences at Ada Health

Have you ever looked up your symptoms on Dr. Google only for it to mistakenly say you have cancer or something worse?  In this episode, Peter Bannister, Vice President of Life Sciences at Ada Health, talks about how Ada has developed a more informed and accurate alternative for people to initially go to when feeling unwell. With the help of cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, a vast medical knowledge engine behind it, and high clinical evidence expertise and standards, Ada Health can be used as an app or in other familiar interfaces to allow people to report symptoms and have a personalized question flow; The result of this is a set of suggested conditions that concur with their symptomatology. Ada has a user-friendly version for patients and one designed for the healthcare professional to review, accelerating the doctor-patient relationship. Peter explains how Ada focuses on low and middle-income countries and is available in 11 languages, including Swahili and Arabic. It seeks to be a reliable tool that triages users to the correct provider and form of treatment, allowing them to interact with an expert to get the support and care needed. Tune in to this episode to listen about how a combination of man and machine can transform the care that's delivered! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 21, 2022

Introducing Research Confidential hosted by Joseph Kim Chief Strategy Officer at ProofPilot

People don't know what it takes to actually research to optimize our health. In this episode, Joseph Kim, Chief Strategy Officer for ProofPilot, talks about the new podcast in the Outcomes Rocket Network Research Confidential, brought to you by ProofPilot. Joe wants to get people to see the inner workings of research from clinic staff, sponsors, and patients. He plans to start with site voices that include investigators, nurses, study coordinators, financial people, regulatory people, and pharmacists, hoping to bring their stories together and educate people. He also invites listeners to tune in for episodes twice a month. Tune in to this episode to learn about Outcomes Rocket’s new podcast on the sausage-making of research! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 20, 2022

MM: Be Unique: Marketing for Healthcare Costumers with Mansi Shah, CEO, and Co-founder of the Functional Wellness Network

In marketing, you really need to ask yourself: what makes your practice unique? In this episode of Marketing Mondays, we are joined by Dr. Mansi Shah, a gut health guru, business systems coach, CEO, and co-founder of the Functional Wellness Network. She talks about how wanting to practice with freedom led her to create her own system and her own whole gut health protocol. This decision led to fruitful results, creating the blueprint for new marketing systems for doctors and practitioners. She explains how her marketing system is based on attraction, presenting herself as a stand-out figure through her unique identity, establishing her as an authority for a specific niche. She discusses why healthcare is moving towards holistic medicine and wellness, and also speaks about finding the right fit before working in marketing with healthcare clients. Tune in to this episode to learn about the future of health and wellness marketing!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 19, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / September 12th – 16th 2022

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, and get tailored support, dedicated recruitment, and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: On our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul had Jason Hannon, executive director, and CEO at Mainstay Medical, talk about ReActiv8, a new groundbreaking therapy approach to help patients with back pain. Listen to it here: bit.ly/JasonHannon For Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea interviewed Brian Maurer, co-founder of Bristle Health. They talked about how Bristle makes oral microbiome tests to facilitate taking care of your own oral health, highlighting its importance, and why it’s been a marketing challenge for them. Tune in to that episode here: http://bit.ly/MM-BrianMaurer The SONSIEL Podcast, welcomed Andrea Jaramillo, a hospice nurse, forest therapy guide, and nurse farmer. In this episode, they discussed finding what nursing means to you and designing a career that is sustainable for yourself and that makes you happy. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gRzF2vyC The Sempre Health Podcast, hosted by Kyle Wildnauer-Haigney, had Bharti Rai, Vice President of Commercial Excellence, Insights, and Analytics at Novartis. They talked about how pharma as an industry has got to look at healthcare as a whole as opposed to medication only. Tune in to listen here: bit.ly/SEMPRE-BhartiRai On the Future of Global Informatics, host TJ Southern, interviewed Madeline Stadler, a nurse at Duke University Hospital. Madeline reflected on her education and highlights the importance of knowledge application and practice in the field. Listen to it here: https://lnkd.in/dQvgf4Ss LabOps Leadership Podcast, hosted by Samantha Black, invited Larina Burke, Laboratory Manager at Hyasynth Bio. They talked about her role as a laboratory manager in a small company, how Hyasynth Bio is the only company that produces a CBD isolate from yeast fermentation, and how being a part of the LabOps Unite Community has opened up many new opportunities for her. Tune in here: bit.ly/LabOps-LarinaBurke We had another episode on our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul had Tony Benedict, CEO at Omicron Partners. He talked about how the fundamental business model for delivering patient care has not changed in about half a century and why the healthcare industry is about 20 years behind other industries from both a technology and operations perspective. Listen here: http://bit.ly/TonyBenedict Tune in every week to discover something new about this industry! See you next week! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 16, 2022

An Incomer Perspective to the Healthcare Businesses with Tony Benedict, CEO at Omicron Partners

Business transformation transcends just updating technology. In this episode, we hear from Tony Benedict, CEO at Omicron Partners, about how he’s helping healthcare businesses transform and keep up with other industries in technology and operation matters. He explains how his background and experience outside of healthcare gave him the perspective to bring forward-thinking practices and better organization to the industry. Tony speaks of innovation in better organization, project management, and tackling everything that might affect operating expenses. He also discusses the benefits and setbacks of Group Purchasing Organizations, telehealth, and patient monitoring technology healthcare. Tune in to this episode to learn about how business transformation can happen in healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 15, 2022

LabOps: What is it like being a LabOps Manager in the startup world? with Larina Burke, Laboratory Manager at Hyasynth Bio

Managing LabOps might always look the same, but every day is an opportunity to create a new relationship. In this episode, Larina Burke, Hyasynth Bio Laboratory Manager, talks about her role as a laboratory manager in a small company. She starts by explaining how Hyasynth Bio is the only company that engineers and ferments yeast to produce a pure CBD isolate used as an ingredient in many personal care products. As a lab manager, she has a broad spectrum of responsibilities, but she highlights leadership, relationship building, and developing communication as some of the most crucial. Larina talks about the importance of identifying challenges in your lab team and recognizing members’ strengths to promote learning and improvement. She shares how being a part of the LabOps Unite community has opened up many new opportunities and experiences, allowing her to connect and learn from fellow professionals in the field. Tune in to this episode to learn how being a lab manager means motivating and empowering your team members to be better! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 15, 2022

FOGI: I’m here, now what? A New Graduate’s Perspective on Education Around Nursing Informatics with Madeline Stadler, Registered Nurse at Duke University Hospital

Did you know? It's an exciting time to become involved in informatics! In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern sits down to talk with Madeline Stadler, a nurse at Duke University Hospital, about education around nursing informatics. Madeline recently graduated from Duke, where she got her Quantitative Management Health Analytics Master’s Degree, and is currently looking at how to get more involved in the informatics space, which is why she reached out to TJ and started a conversation around the subject. Madeline shares that she feels excited about the operations side of nursing informatics and running units with improved workflows. They discuss Duke University’s informatics program and the benefits a new graduate can take from it. Madeline reflects on her education and highlights the importance of knowledge application and practice in the field. This episode was a delightful coaching session and chat. Tune in to listen to a new nursing informatics graduate and learn from her experience! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 14, 2022

SEMPRE: Seeing Healthcare from a Different Perspective, A New Challenge for the Pharma Industry with Bharti Rai, Vice President of Commercial Excellence, Insights, and Analytics at Novartis

Pharma as an industry has got to look at healthcare as a whole instead of medication only. In this episode, Bharti Rai, Vice President of Commercial Excellence, Insights, and Analytics at Novartis, talks about how digital transformation in pharmaceuticals and life sciences can improve healthcare outcomes beyond the medications themselves. She talks about how data insights and analytics can refine the journey for both customers and providers by orienting care around the patients driven by the available data. Bharti speaks about how pharma is well-positioned to add value to the healthcare ecosystem from its financial standpoint and its wide range of possibilities with patient care “beyond the pill.” She shares a setback she had when integrating her personal life with work and how that could be a behavioral mindset issue, just like some problems patients face. Tune in to this episode to listen about disruption and transformation that are promising in pharma and healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 14, 2022

SONSIEL: Time of Crisis is Time for Opportunity: Redesigning Your Nurse Career with Andrea Jaramillo, Hospice & Clinical Research Nurse, Nurse Consultant and Certified Forest Therapy Guide

Right now, it is all about finding what recharges us as nurses. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Andrea Jaramillo, a hospice nurse, forest therapy guide, and nurse farmer. She talks with host Hiyam Nadel about finding what nursing means to you and designing a career that is sustainable for yourself and makes you happy. After suffering from burnout, Andrea took the time to rediscover herself as a nurse before coming back to the patients. She transitioned from labor and delivery to hospice and became interested in forest therapy and farming. She explains how forest therapy connects people with nature and their health gets better. She discusses food and why it’s important to consider it, as a social determinant of health, where patients get their food, and what their options are. Tune in to this episode and get inspired to find what nursing means to you to better the care that we provide for our patients! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 13, 2022

MM: Oral Health, a Marketing Challenge with Brian Maurer, Co-Founder at Bristle

A lot of people don’t think they should care that much for their oral health, but it’s quite the opposite. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, we are joined by Brian Maurer, co-founder of Bristle Health. He talks about how Bristle makes oral microbiome tests to facilitate taking care of your oral health, highlighting its importance, and why it’s been a marketing challenge for them, as there’s an education component intertwined to convince consumers they should care. He explains why having a release on Reddit and Hacker News helped Bristle understand the questions and hesitations people would have around their offering and product. Brian discusses SEM and Influencer marketing as ways to connect and build trust with potential consumers. He speaks of working with dentists and hygienists and how it was game-changing to find people who want to have those deeper conversations with their patients about how their oral health is impacting them. Tune in to this episode to learn about the importance of prevention-focused oral health and how it’s being marketed! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 12, 2022

ReActiv8 Restorative Neurostimulation: A Novel, Long-term Treatment Option for Mechanical Chronic Low Back Pain with Jason Hannon, CEO and Executive Director at Mainstay Medical International

Creating a different approach to helping patients with back pain is a daunting task, but ReActiv8 is doing it with flying colors. In this episode, we hear from Jason Hannon, executive director, and CEO at Mainstay Medical, about ReActiv8, a new groundbreaking therapy approach to help patients with back pain; This is the first back pain therapy focused on the cause and not just on its symptoms. Jason explains how ReActiv8 works through neural stimulation with the patient’s participation to activate the muscle-generating stability in the spine. He discusses the results of a three-year study that show significant improvement for the patients who participated, an exciting outcome for back pain treatment. He also speaks of the challenges that come with entering the market after being so research-driven while being excited about what this type of therapy could represent for chronic pain management. Tune in to this episode to learn how ReActiv8 could be a paradigm shift for back pain treatment! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 12, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / September 5th – 9th 2022

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, and get tailored support, dedicated recruitment, and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: For Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea, talked with Thomas Johnson, an executive wellness coach, CEO, and founder of GetUpNGetFit Wellness & Fitness Coaching Concierge, and host of the How May I Serve You Podcast. Tune in to that episode here. The SONSIEL Podcast, welcomed Danika Meyer, nursing professional and Product Owner at Cook Children’s Health Care System, and Joshua Littlejohn, Product Manager of Nurse Experience at IntelyCare. Listen here. On the Future of Global Informatics, host TJ Southern interviews the director of the Center of Innovations in Care Delivery at Mass General Hospital and SONSIEL’s podcast host Hiyam Nadel. Listen here. LabOps Leadership Podcast, hosted by Samantha Black, invites Karen Correa, Vice President and Head of Global Clinical Operations at Takeda. Tune in here. On our main channel, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul had Mariya Filipova, CIO of CareQuest Innovation Partners. Listen here! Tune in every week to discover something new about this industry! See you next week! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 9, 2022

Advancing New Ways to Improve Overall Health Through Oral Health with Mariya Filipova Chief Innovation Officer at CareQuest Innovation Partners

What should health professionals do right now? We need to bridge silos in healthcare actively! In this episode, Mariya Filipova, CIO of CareQuest Innovation Partners, discusses supporting innovative solutions that effectively bridge the gap between dental and medical care. Oral health impacts our general health, which is why the Innovation Partners department seeks integrated, equitable, and accessible care solutions. At CareQuest, Mariya oversees a millionaire early-stage impact investing fund and an accelerator called SMILE Health. She discusses changing systems toward flexibility, agility, and integration, as well as the challenge that lack of patient awareness from providers and investors causes. Finally, she talks about what that change could look like in the near future.  Tune in to this episode to learn about innovation improving general health, starting from oral health! Mariya wants to extend an invitation to all of the listeners! A special showcase of the 5 transformative startups that they have been accelerating through SMILE Health will happen this month. They are hosting a demo day at the Boston Museum of Science on September 13th, so if you are interested in attending in person or virtually, contact Mariya on LinkedIn. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 8, 2022

LabOps: Putting the Patient First in Clinical Trials with Karen Correa, Vice President and Head of Global Clinical Operations at Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Welcome to the LabOps Leadership Podcast! In this episode, Karen Correa, Vice President and Head of Global Clinical Operations at Takeda, talks about her overseeing global clinical operations and trials across multiple therapeutic areas. She discusses putting the patient first by focusing on developing decentralized clinical trials, increasing diversity, mitigating risks, and cross-pollinating with other companies and industries. She shares her thoughts on learning how to be a leader and finding the proper message delivery to reach your audience. Karen points out the importance of collaboration and making an impact by helping others. Tune in to this episode to learn how the work Karen Correa does at Takeda is making a difference in LabOps! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 8, 2022

FOGI: One Idea at a Time: Fixing the World Through Innovation and Documentation with Hiyam Nadel MBA, RN, Director of the Center for Innovations in Care Delivery at Massachusetts General Hospital

Informatics, documentation, and innovation go hand in hand. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern talks with Hiyam Nadel, director of the Center of Innovations in Care Delivery at Mass General Hospital, about innovation and how nurses should think of themselves as innovators who can identify the pain points they're experiencing and coming up with their solutions. Hiyam explains nurse informaticists' role as the bridge between technology and innovation and the many opportunities that informatics brings in innovation. She talks about the importance of team collaboration to innovate, as opposed to working in silos, a common healthcare practice. At the Center of Innovation, Hiyam and the team mentor innovators and guide them through their process without placing any parameters, giving creative freedom to flow. She encourages nurses to start somewhere by solving problems and building credibility for themselves. Likewise, she urges employers to pay attention to possible innovative solutions their employees might come up with. Tune in to listen about why it’s essential to remind nurses that they are also innovators! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 7, 2022

SONSIEL: Transitioning Towards NonTraditional Nursing Roles with Joshua Littlejohn, Product Manager of Nurse Experience at IntelyCare & Danika Meyer, DXP Product Owner at Children’s Health Care System

Being a bedside nurse is not your only option available; this episode features two professionals with many parallels in their non-traditional nursing careers. This week’s guests on the SONSIEL Podcast are Joshua Littlejohn, Product Manager of Nurse Experience at IntelyCare, and Danika Meyer, nursing professional and Product Owner at Cook Children’s Health Care System. They share their journeys transitioning towards non-traditional, non-beside, but equally impactful roles in nursing when delivering patient care and what their current roles consist of. After having just transitioned into an application analyst role, Danika reached out to Joshua on LinkedIn due to his jump into a product management role. Since that initial message, they developed a mentorship relationship. They explain the difference between an application analyst and a product role, the former being more focused on the technical work and information services and the latter being more strategy-focused and business oriented. They talk about how nursing should be thought of in an expansive way as there are plenty of roles that can bring value to the table with different types of knowledge that still support patient care. Danika and Joshua speak about how SONSIEL has created a sense of community around bringing innovation to nursing. Tune in to this episode to learn about transitioning to nontraditional nursing roles and how you can still support direct patient care doing them! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 6, 2022

MM: Your Body, Your Health, Your Most Important Investment with Thomas Johnson, Founder and CEO of GetUpNGetFit Wellness & Fitness Coaching Concierge

Your health is the wealth you have to invest in. In this episode of Marketing Mondays, we are joined by Thomas Johnson, an executive wellness coach, CEO, founder of GetUpNGetFit Wellness & Fitness Coaching Concierge, and host of the How May I Serve You Podcast. He talks about how he helps busy business professionals who are overstressed, overweight, and/or experiencing low energy through a holistic approach to improving their lifestyle. He explains the difference between a personal trainer and a wellness coach and how the latter can provide an outside perspective worth investing in. Thomas speaks about his company, GetUpNGetFit Wellness & Fitness Coaching Concierge, and how they build alliances with other health and wellness professionals to create a customized team for every client, whether virtual or in-person. Tune in to this episode to learn about wellness coaching and how Thomas Johnson is helping those who need his services! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 5, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / August 29th – September 2nd 2022

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, and get tailored support, dedicated recruitment, and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: For Marketing Mondays,  Andreea Borcea, had Bobbi Hamilton, CEO of Chi Universe and creator of the Chi Yoga Mats and game,  Listen here. The SONSIEL Podcast, had Chuck Sacco, Drexel University’s Associate Dean for Strategy and Innovation with the Charles Close School of Entrepreneurship, over to tell us how Nursing and Entrepreneurship have been brought together through an incredible program, Listen here. On the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern had Sheena Rogers on the show talking about all things data interoperability, Listen here. Memora Health Care Delivery Podcast is back with Manav Sevak showcasing Dr. Aaron Gerber, from Reimagine Care, a company that works tirelessly to make Oncology Care more affordable, accessible, and home-centered. Listen here. LabOps Leadership Podcast, hosted by Samantha Black, interviews Jay Stella, the Senior VP at Akouos, about the importance of having people with different skills working in operations. Tune in here. On our main podcast, the Outcomes Rocket Podcast, Saul had the pleasure of speaking with Jordan Harmon, the Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer & VP at the Hospital for Special Surgery, to discuss pushing the musculoskeletal boundaries in the life sciences, devices, and care delivery at HSS and more. Listen here!
September 2, 2022

Using Tech and Data to Improve Healthcare with Jordan Harmon, Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer & VP at The Hospital for Special Surgery

Let’s talk deeply about the cost of care, delivery, and innovation. In this episode of the Outcomes Rocket, we have the pleasure of introducing Jordan Harmon, the Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer & VP at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)! He shares how the HSS is always pushing the musculoskeletal boundaries in the life sciences, devices, and care delivery when they take to fruition the idea of any of their scientists. Jordan reflects on how the pandemic influenced and affected medical innovation, specifically at HSS, and how their team adjusted the institution’s protocols and spaces to deliver care. He also chats about medical innovation, how creative it can be, and where HSS is going in the future. Tune in and enjoy a short and sweet talk about delivering care through innovation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 1, 2022

LabOps: Having a Cross-Functional Bird’s Eye View of Operations with Jay Stella, Senior VP at Akouos

When you work in operations, having a cross-functional team and a bird’s eye view is critical for success. In this episode of the LabOps Leadership Podcast, Jay Stella, the Senior VP at Akouos, shares his story in the industry, from how he ended up working in a lab to explaining what he does in corporate strategy and business development. He then dives into how Akouos is working on developing precision genetic medicine for sensorineural hearing loss and the involvement of the operations team in this matter. Jay also shares how every individual brings a specific skill set to the team and how cross-functionality is key to achieving the goals they have set. Operations are always in the background making sure that everybody else can do their work. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 1, 2022

CD: It’s About Impact: A Conversation Around Delivering At-Home Care with Aaron Gerber is the CEO and Co-Founder of Reimagine Care

In a system where cancer care delivery is broken and needs a cure, Dr. Aaron Gerber and his team at Reimagine Care are working tirelessly to make Oncology Care more affordable, accessible, and home-centered. In this episode of Memora Health Care Delivery, Aaron walks us through how he decided to move into the business side of healthcare, all boiling down to impact and the number of patients his work can reach. Aaron shares some statistics, challenges, and facts about cancer patients while receiving treatment. At-home care delivery is an area that has improved through the years, especially for cancer diseases, through the implementation of technology, enabling two-way texts or video calls between patients and providers. He also explains how Reimagine Care is partnering with several other institutions and organizations not only to deliver better care but to study how they can be better. The endeavor for better care delivery is daunting, challenging, and not as nice as it seems on the outside, but Aaron is hopeful about his mission he cannot wait to keep pushing boundaries. Tune in to this episode! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
September 1, 2022

FOGI: You Have the Data. What Now? Creating Healthcare Data Interoperability with Sheena Rogers, Health Informatics and Business Integrations Director at Creative Information Technology

Informaticists are always connecting health and human services! In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern talks with Sheena Rogers, Health Informatics and Business Integrations director at Creative Information Technology. Sheena talks about how informatics has collected massive amounts of healthcare data but must now figure out how to use it meaningfully. She explains Creative Information Technology's work by extracting data from electronic health records to create interoperability across different systems beyond just one organization and between health and human services. She speaks of moving data from legacy systems to new ones and having a multifaceted team helming said transition, especially using informaticists to traffic the information. She then touches on mentoring, supporting, and highlighting informaticists. Tune in to listen to learn how informaticists can share ideas and get the right people in the right conversations to drive change! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 31, 2022

SONSIEL: Bringing Entrepreneurship to Nursing with Charles (Chuck) Sacco – Associate Dean for Strategy and Innovation, Drexel University’s Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship

Do you want to become an entrepreneur? Start taking action! This episode features someone with an impressive entrepreneurial journey in different industries who partnered with SONSIEL to build a very interesting program. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Chuck Sacco, Drexel University’s Associate Dean for Strategy and Innovation with the Charles Close School of Entrepreneurship. He talks about how the program Drexel has with SONSIEL brings worker from the nursing space important skills to start new ventures by providing tools and resources to fix some problems they see in healthcare. He details how the alliance came to be, how the program has evolved, and how it currently works in an interesting, interactive, and educational manner to empower the development of new ideas. He explains why SONSIEL has brought value to the program by providing guest speakers that can act as credible case studies. Finally, he talks about his own journey as an innovator and entrepreneur, advises those thinking about taking the entrepreneurial path, and encourages innovator nurses to take the SONSIEL program at Drexel University. Tune in to this episode to learn about innovation and entrepreneurship at Drexel University hand-in-hand with SONSIEL! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 30, 2022

MM: Marketing Global Wellness for Children Through Play with Bobbi Hamilton, Owner, CEO & Patented Inventor at Chi Universe

This is a story of that entrepreneurial gumption you need when you want to make a change! In this episode of Marketing Mondays, Bobbi Hamilton, CEO of Chi Universe and creator of the Chi Yoga Mats and game, talks about the entrepreneurial journey that led her to the current line of products she offers around global wellness through play. When Bobbi lost a successful TV initiative promoting yoga breaks for children, a new market opened and paved the way for her to resurface. She came up with the Chi Yoga Mats, mats with playful symbols that help children engage, follow along, and prevent injury while practicing. With creativity and resourcefulness, Bobbi found different ways to market her product on a limited budget through the press, social media, and relationship building. She also tells a cautionary tale on why it’s essential for innovating entrepreneurs to invest in protecting their intellectual property. Bobbi shares insights and advice on business marketing from her experiences, the highs and the lows. Tune in to this episode to listen to Bobbi’s journey of giving wellness to the world through play! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 29, 2022

Revolutionizing Pharmacy with James Lott, Founder and CEO of Script Health

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, and get tailored support, dedicated recruitment, and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. In this episode, I have the privilege of hosting James Lott, founder, and CEO of Script Health. ScriptHealth is a health tech startup providing easy and safer access to prescription drugs. Its first public health initiative is to address the opioid crisis through the Naloxone exchange, allowing consumers to purchase life-saving medication with ease. So far, the company has sent Naloxone to over 40 states. Script Health also developed Scripted, a platform that enables patients with or without insurance to get the same daycare for common conditions at the local pharmacy. James discusses Script Health, the Naloxone Exchange, and Scripted. He also shares his thoughts on providing better access to care for people who choose to self-care, as well as some of his experiences and setbacks as an entrepreneur. Access to care does not always have to be through the doctor’s office. Script Health is offering a new to do it, so make sure to tune in to learn more! Click this link to the show notes, resources, and transcript: outcomesrocket.health
August 26, 2022

Burning Bright with Hannah Austin, Founder & CEO of SheShatters, and host of the She Burns Podcast

Burn bright instead of burning out! In this episode, Hannah Austin Founder & CEO of SheShatters, and host of the She Burns Podcast talks about how SheShatters manages and prevents staff burnout through life coaching and counseling. She talks about bringing wellness to employees by designing with them life plans considering communication, boundary setting, and other parameters. Hannah promotes the She Burns Podcast and talks about how it's talking to people about burnout issues in their lives. Its current third season focuses on women changing the world from a DEI and corporate wellness standpoint. Tune in to this episode to learn about overcoming burnout with life coaching! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 25, 2022

Introducing LabOps Leadership Podcast Co-hosted by Samantha Black, Head of Content at Elemental Machines

Introducing the LabOps Leadership Podcast! In this episode, Samantha Black, co-host of Outcomes Rocket LabOps Leadership Podcast and Head of Content at Elemental Machines, talks about the new podcast in the Outcomes Rocket network: LabOps Leadership Podcast. The show will dive into the challenges and opportunities these LabOps individuals have not only in their professional development but also in accelerating science and innovation. Along with Samantha, there will be a slate of rotating co-hosts from LabOps Unite that will bring different perspectives to the conversations on what LabOps is and why this emerging industry is so important. This weekly show will bring high-level executives at pharmaceutical and biotech companies as guests, providing unique insights from leadership in research and development. Tune in to this episode to learn about Outcomes Rocket’s new podcast on LabOps, fundamentals that lead to more innovation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 25, 2022

FOGI: Interprofessional Healthcare Collaboration is a Must with Danielle Siarri, Nurse Informatics Specialist, Lead Publisher at InnoNurse

With so many different sides, nursing informatics has a global span. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, Danielle Siarri, a nurse informatics specialist, talks about the broad nursing informatics playfield and opportunities. She expresses the importance of digital health literacy, social media, and networking in the global span of the nursing informatics space. Danielle also emphasizes having the initiative to constantly keep up with the healthcare space developments, being open to taking new opportunities, leveling up your education, and having conversations with different people to learn and stand out as a professional, as she did by writing blogs on LinkedIn. Finally, she provides some details about a book she worked on with other nursing informatics professionals. Tune in to listen to the tips and knowledge that Danielle Siarri has to share! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 24, 2022

SONSIEL: Nurse Innovation in the Making, Building a Global Digital Healthcare Academy with Peter Preziosi, Quality Analyst and Credentialing Lead at the W.H.O Academy

Dream big and get your ideas built! This episode features a nurse innovator that's building something big at the World Health Organization. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Peter Preziosi, Quality Analyst and Credentialing Lead at the World Health Organization Academy. He speaks about a digitized global online learning academy for professional development and lifelong learning for all types of individuals involved in healthcare. He provides insights on the process and challenges of developing a new business within a large international organization. He also shares details of his career as a nurse innovator and why he joined SONSIEL’s board of directors. Tune in to this episode to learn about the W.H.O. Academy and how supporting innovation will fortify the healthcare system! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 23, 2022

MM: When the Consumer Dictates where Healthcare Goes with Larry Diamond, CEO of Mitesco and the Good Clinic

Consumers are currently driving healthcare. In this episode, Larry Diamond, CEO of Mitesco and the Good Clinic, talks about how they are helping the healthcare system evolve so that consumers have a better experience and outcomes with their health. Larry explains how they view it as a consumer product, bringing their needs to the center instead of what governments or insurance companies typically ask for. This means personalized, complete care that is convenient and reasonably priced. He exemplifies how the Good Clinic focuses on same-day or next-day appointments that are 37 minutes on average. He talks about referrals and community-based marketing as a means to let the right customers find them. He also discusses the benefits of the Good Clinic’s nurse-practitioner-led care and how primary care can become a better business. Tune in to this episode to learn how the customer has the power to turn healthcare more proactive! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 22, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / August 15th – 19th 2022

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We got incredible episodes, and here’s what we got: In Marketing Mondays, Andreea Borcea talks with Michael Bidu, the CEO and co-founder of MYND Therapeutics. On the SONSIEL Podcast on Tuesday, host Mary Lou Ackerman welcomed Kathleen McGrow, the chief nursing information officer at Microsoft.  TJ Southern interviews Robert Abda, a registered nurse clinical informaticist at Universal Health Services in the Future of Global Informatics.  We give a warm welcome to Manav Sevak on the Memora Health - Care Delivery podcast! He interviews Dr. Tony Das, Founder, and CEO of Connected Cardiovascular Care Associates in Dallas. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 19, 2022

Closing the Gap: Tackling Social Determinants of Health One at a Time with Marc Harrison, M.D., President and CEO of Intermountain Healthcare

How do we use the wealth of the organization experientially, philosophically, and clinically to drive meaningful outcomes for the millions of people that we serve? In this episode of the Outcomes Rocket, we are honored to have the president and CEO of Intermountain Healthcare, pediatric critical care physician, and recognized leader in healthcare transformation: Marc Harrison! He shares how she started in medicine, the journey from physician to a leadership role, and how his leadership style has always been impact-driven. He also touches upon the social determinants of health, the challenges they went through during the COVID-19 pandemic as a health organization, the changes the US health system should have in the future, and what leaders in this industry should be like. Tune in to this wonderful conversation about what Intermountain Healthcare is doing to increase physician collaboration, leading to better patient outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 18, 2022

CD: Bringing Healthcare Up To Speed with Dr. Tony Das, Founder and CEO of Connected Cardiovascular Care Associates in Dallas

Digital tools will change care from episodic and sporadic to a more complete and contemporary manner. Welcome to the Memora Health Care Delivery Podcast, powered by Outcomes Rocket! In this episode, we are honored to listen to Dr. Tony Das, an interventional cardiologist, system medical director for the Baylor Heart Hospital Enterprise, and founder and CEO of Connected Cardiovascular Care Associates in Dallas. He speaks of how adopting digital initiatives can make healthcare better for patients. Tony explains why patients ask for a change in health technology and how adopting innovative tools can automate processes, unify and increase data input, and increase access and engagement to healthcare. He compares these innovations with other industries and the uniformity across different platforms. Dr. Das encourages the next generation to be curious and innovative, so things can keep moving forward. Tune in to this episode to learn how digital tools permanently change the healthcare space! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 18, 2022

FOGI: Know the System before Diving into Nursing Informatics with Robert Abda, Clinical Informaticist at Universal Health Services

Are you thinking of becoming a nurse informaticist? This conversation is for you! In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern is joined by Robert Abda, a registered nurse clinical informaticist at Universal Health Services. He talks about his role as a clinical informaticist at a corporate level doing project management and custom development, as well as other work possibilities and opportunities in nursing informatics. Robert also discusses exciting changes happening around data transparency, cybersecurity, and education that might bring awareness to the role of nurse informaticists. Furthermore, he provides advice and encouragement for people considering a career in nursing informatics. Tune in to listen to Robert Adba speak about nursing informatics and what excites him in this field! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 17, 2022

SONSIEL: Innovation: It’s Mostly About Your Network with Kathleen McGrow, Chief Nursing Information Officer at Microsoft

A bridge between the clinical and technical sides of healthcare would solve so many challenges nurses are facing today. This episode features a very hands-on trauma critical care nurse who turned to informatics when she realized how important it would be in healthcare. This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Kathleen McGrow, Chief Nursing Information Officer at Microsoft. She talks about her journey as a nurse, technology, and communicating clinicians’ needs to developers to push transformational innovations. She explains what it means to take a great idea and deliver it into something actionable for many people, sharing a lived experience where she helped build an electronic health record for the Amazon basin. Kathleen also speaks of the importance of networking and having social support when facing humbling situations and driving innovative initiatives toward development. Tune in to this episode to learn about leveraging technology to improve processes and patient outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 16, 2022

MM: Taking Steps Forward with Digital Health Tech with Michael Bidu, Co-Founder and CEO of INTERFACE Health Society

Massive change is about to happen in health technology. Welcome to the Marketing Mondays Podcast!  In this episode, Michael Bidu, co-founder and CEO of MYND Therapeutics and Interface Health Society, talks about the evolution that’s coming for technology in the digital health space. Michael introduces MYND Therapeutics, a digital therapeutics company, and explains how it uses virtual and augmented reality in cognitive behavioral therapy to prevent, manage and treat chronic diseases, eating disorders, and obesity. He also talks about the non-profit organization, Interface Health Society, and how they created the first virtual accelerator in the world for digital health. Michael discusses innovation and digitization in healthcare as ways to democratize access through new digital health tools, products, and services. He talks about the technological changes in the digital health space, like digital humans, and the benefits they will bring. Tune in to this episode to learn about the evolution in digital health technology and how it will make being healthy fun! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 15, 2022

This Week on the Outcomes Rocket Network / August 8th – 12th 2022

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Welcome to the weekly summary of what happened this week in the Outcomes Rocket Network! We are so excited to be launching this and give you the chance to explore and listen to people from other verticals in the healthcare ecosystem! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 12, 2022

Designing the Future of Healthcare with John D. Couris, President & CEO of Tampa General Hospital

Innovation in healthcare is building the future. In this episode, John Couris, President and CEO at Tampa General Hospital, talks about creating an organizational culture in healthcare and the innovative ideas he’s implemented at Tampa General Hospital to achieve that. He believes that care coordination is the future of healthcare, creating a frictionless system that leverages technology and people. He talks about Internal Design, which consists in taking a private industry concept in having a group of people completely dedicated to designing future products and services in healthcare. He shares information on the building of a medical district in downtown Tampa and talks about how different leadership and partnerships can improve an organization. Tune in to this episode to learn about healthcare innovation happening at Tampa General Hospital! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 11, 2022

FOGI: Being a Universal Translator: The Tasks of a Nurse Informaticist with Amora Upton, Nurse Informaticist at The Department of Veteran Affairs

If they keep closing doors, go around them. In this episode of the Future of Global Informatics, TJ Southern is happy to be joined by Amora Upton, an army veteran and nurse informaticist at the Department of Veteran Affairs. As an experienced professional, Amora shares her career trajectory from learning computer programs and informatics in the army to working on artificial intelligence policy issues. She talks about challenges and shortcomings she has experienced in her career, like inadequate software, the lack of more nurses on decision-making tables, level standardization, and hierarchies in nursing informatics. Amora also discusses the diversity of job opportunities for nurse informaticists and encourages newcomer professionals to have an open mind. Tune in to listen to learn from Amora Upton’s experience and advice nurse informaticists! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 10, 2022

SONSIEL: A Nurse Turned to Tech with Joshua Littlejohn, Product Manager of Nurse Experience at IntelyCare

A nurse is always building things that allow better care for patients! This episode features a nurse who has pivoted into technology and now helps build the tools that others use! This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is Joshua Littlejohn, product manager for the clinician experience at IntelyCare. After working in molecular microbiology and making television, Joshua became a nurse who then turned to technology, inspired to structure the tools and the systems to care for people. He introduces IntelyCare, a platform where individual nurses go and select which facilities, schedules, and shifts they want to work. He talks about his job as a product manager and draws differences and similarities with that of a nurse informaticist, both technology-filled jobs. The former being industry-focused, and the latter health-system-focused. Joshua speaks of finding where he fits in the nursing world and feeling excited about big data innovation in healthcare. Tune in to this episode to listen to Joshua talk about technology making an innovative impact in care and nursing! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 9, 2022

MM: Keys to Healthcare Marketing with Rhonda Blaschke, Healthcare Marketing Executive

Make sure you understand who your customers are. Welcome to the Marketing Mondays Podcast! In this episode, Rhonda Blaschke, a healthcare marketing leader, talks about personas, technology, and innovation all around healthcare marketing. She discusses different areas that contribute to taking the right idea at the right time into the hands of the right persona. Rhonda speaks on healthcare subjects like building trust with providers and administrators, building personas, digitalization, cybersecurity, and data interoperability. Additionally, she advises those starting in healthcare marketing, telling them to go out in the field and listen to customers’ needs. Tune in to this episode to listen about healthcare marketing and its potential! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 8, 2022

Matching Experienced Sales Talent with You with Cherese Paloni, Founder and CEO of MDliaison

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Healthcare companies need good, experienced sales teams. In this episode, we hear from Cherese Paloni, founder and CEO of MDliaison, about the company's work by helping healthcare companies find qualified, experienced sales talent in a quick, flexible, and cost-effective manner. Additionally, MDliaison helps large companies when it comes to scaling their sales teams for different markets and also aids smaller ones in being able to access experienced sales representatives. Cherese talks about setbacks that have improved the company and its strengths, like focusing on providing quality in MDliaison’s services, be it talent performance or flexibility, to establish a partnership with their clients. She also discusses the current developments in mental healthcare and how they are changing the industry for the better. Tune in to this episode to listen about the services MDliaison offers and how they may help your business! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 4, 2022

Introducing the Care Delivery Podcast hosted by Manav Sevak, Co-Founder and CEO at Memora Health

New podcast alert! In this episode, Manav Sevak, CEO, and co-founder of Memora Health talks about the upcoming Outcomes Rocket Care Delivery Podcast. Manav explains how he seeks to position the Care Delivery Podcast as a central hub where you can go to learn how the entire healthcare system works from the people who operate in the space and have tons of years of experience in it. He will have healthcare executives, non-healthcare operators, and investors as guests to provide the listener with their unique perspectives in 15 to 20 minutes episodes, released every two weeks. Tune in to this episode to learn about how this new podcast will help you form a holistic view of how the industry is changing! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 4, 2022

FOGI: A Doctor’s View on Clinical Informatics with Dr. Nakyda Dean OB/GYN and Aspiring Clinical Informaticist

Here's a provider that understands the importance of informatics! In this episode, we are ecstatic to be joined by Dr. Nakyda Dean, an obstetrician & gynecologist, and aspiring clinical informaticist. Dr. Dean talks about her passion to provide care to underserved populations and how that unknowingly lead her to clinical informatics as a way to proactively tackle alarming health disparities like black women's maternal morbidity and mortality with technology. She discusses the importance of informaticists for clinical providers and the challenges that she has faced in the field of informatics like participation, complete data analysis, and proper compensation. Tune in to listen to Dr. Nakyda Dean talk about what excites her about clinical informatics! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 3, 2022

SONSIEL: Holistic Acuity, a Hackathon Product with Nathanael Rosenberg, Charge Nurse at Froedtert Hospital & Samu Mhlabib, Founder & CEO at NurseBrain

The last SONSIEL Hackathon pushed forward a great tool! This episode features two nurse innovators, the developers of Holistic Acuity! This week’s guests on the SONSIEL Podcast are Nathan Rosenberg and Samu Mhlambi! Last November, they teamed up at SONSIEL’s Hackathon and launched Holistic Acuity, a virtual tool that takes in different factors and calculates a score to determine a patient’s true non-medical acuity besides taking into account the medical acuity. They talk about the process of coming together and bringing different practices and knowledge to the table to create the acuity scale and questionnaire. They also share how SONSIEL provided a network and mentorship that helped them during the process. Samu and Nathan enthuse about the opportunities and possibilities that nursing innovation has at the moment, and they encourage nurses to trust their instinct and voice their ideas to develop them and bring innovation to their practice. Tune in to this episode to learn about innovation in the nursing space! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 2, 2022

Introducing Marketing Mondays hosted by Andreea Borcea, Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Dia Creative

Introducing the Outcomes Rocket Marketing Mondays Podcast! In this episode, Andreea Borcea, fractional CMO of Dia Creative, marketing, and wellness lover, and the new host of the Marketing Mondays Podcast talk about her passions, what listeners can expect, and the new show! Marketing Mondays will have conversations with health marketing leaders to solve questions that are out there in the space, digging deep into the ever-changing landscape of marketing, and valuable tips and things to apply in your own work! Tune in to this episode and discover how marketing can benefit you! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
August 1, 2022

Promoting Wellness to Prevent Illness with Elizabeth Steger, Sr. Vice President Professional Practice Integration/Chief Nurse Executive at St. Luke’s Health System

New care model plans make a big difference! In this episode, Elizabeth Steger, Senior Vice President of Clinical Practice Integration and Chief Nursing Executive at St. Luke’s Health System, discusses delivering value-based, high-quality care focused on accessibility and affordability. She explains how, at St. Luke’s, they’re designing an innovative health plan that wants to contribute to communities before they become patients by partnering with different agencies that can help with housing, food, and behavioral health, among other social determinants of health. She also explains how they plan to increase accessibility, decrease care costs, integrate payers and providers, and focus care teams on burnout prevention; this way, St. Luke’s is creating an organizational culture that promotes wellness and supports not only the patients but also its employees. Tune in to learn how Elizabeth leads care delivery across innovation at St Luke's Health System!
July 28, 2022

FOGI: The World is Your Oyster: A Career in Nurse Informatics with Michelle Currie, Founder & Chief Value Realization Engineer at SavantSolutions4HIT, LLC

As a nurse informaticist, the world is your oyster! In this episode, we are honored to be joined by Michelle Currie, a registered nurse with a master’s in informatics with over twenty years of experience, and our dear friend. Michelle talks about how connecting the dots in a siloed healthcare system, being a make-it-work professional, and having many chances to innovate while on the job inspires her work in nursing informatics. She discusses challenges to look out for in the healthcare industry, as well as in nurse informatics and advises those who are recently graduated and are seeking job opportunities. Michelle explains in detail several possible career pathways for those interested in nurse informatics and encourages them to take project management certification classes and stay open-minded. Tune in to listen to Michelle’s experience and advice for future nurse informaticists! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.com
July 27, 2022

Consumer Health Engagement: It’s Personal with Kathleen Ellmore, Co-founder and Managing Director at Engagys LLC

In this podcast, Kathleen Ellmore, managing director at Engagys, discusses what they’re doing to drive a consumer-centric ecosystem to drive consumers back into care. Engagys is a healthcare consumer engagement expertise, and its team has collective experience in consumer marketing and research. Kathleen shares funny stories on applying marketing stories in healthcare, including fantastic principles that yield improvement in patient engagement, thoughts on the impact of COVID on healthcare, and more. This is one great conversation you don’t want to miss! Please tune in for my full interview with Kathleen Ellmore.   https://outcomesrocket.health/engagys/2020/06/
July 25, 2022

Nursing for a Better World with Sylvain “Syl” Trepanier, System Chief Nursing Officer at Providence

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Nurses, don't be shy to show up as loving leaders! In this episode, we hear from Syl Trepanier, System Chief Nursing Officer for Providence, about his work as a nurse executive leader in a not-for-profit, mission-driven healthcare system organization. He talks about how Providence’s vision of health for a better world leads them to partner with leaders that lean into their communities’ needs. Syl explains how Providence nurses approach whole-person patient care from reflection and being fully present at the moment, demonstrating warmth with others, and being vulnerable. He talks about promising technology in healthcare in the nursing assistance area as well as challenges like uncertainty and nursing shortage. Tune in to this episode to learn about how nurse executive leader Syl Trepanier is working at Providence to deliver health for a better world!
July 21, 2022

FOGI: Creating a Legacy: A Conversation Around Nursing Informatics with Tanya Lewis Strong, Nurse Informaticist

Let’s bring awareness to Nursing Informatics! We are honored to be joined in the Future of Global Informatics by Tanya Strong, a person near and dear to our host! Tanya talks about the evolution of the Nursing Informatics Industry and why it has been a challenge to legitimize the practice in healthcare. She discusses the importance of completing a master’s training in the subject over obtaining a certification. Tanya speaks of different avenues of work and several opportunities for a professional nurse informaticist, explaining each one and giving words of encouragement to pursue them. She also shares a little history masterclass of her professional path and the best advice she has to offer to future generations of nurse informaticist professionals. Tune in to learn about the world of Nursing Informatics from an experienced Nurse Informaticist! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.com
July 20, 2022

How Digital Is Making It Possible To Scale Effective Care Models with Amanda DeMano, Vice President at AVIA Health Innovation

 In this episode, we have the privilege to feature Amanda Demano, Vice President at Avia Health Innovation. Amanda discusses how Avia, as the nation's leading network for the health system, seeks to innovate and transform through digital strategy. She shares excellent examples of how her company has improved outcomes, how Avia is helping health systems and payers address things like disparities in health care, her insights on health innovation, and more. Learn how Amanda and her team are assisting accelerate digital adoption. Enjoy! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.com
July 19, 2022

How Gastroenterology and Technology can Combine for Better Patient Care with Javier Mendoza, Gastroenterologist and Medical Consultant EHRead at Savana

In this episode, we are privileged to host Dr. Javier Mendoza, a gastroenterologist and Medical Consultant EHRead at Savana. Javier discusses how his company leverages AI and machine learning to extract data from EHRs in a trustworthy and ethical way. He also shares some insights into his various roles in healthcare and in working in different countries in Europe. This is a great conversation focused on understanding patients, so please tune in and enjoy! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 18, 2022

An Emerging Medtech Podcast with Mathieu Chaffard, Host of the Impulse – Meeting Healthcare Pioneers Podcast

An easily understandable podcast about medical technology advancements for everyone! In this episode, we hear from Mathieu Chaffard, a french biomedical engineer and host of the Impulse - Meeting Healthcare Pioneers Podcast, about how his passion for medical technology innovation drove him to start his podcast. It invites listeners to hear about the latest advancements in medical technology through conversations with key actors from the field. In its first five episodes, Mathieu has already had guest experts on measuring your arterial age to prevent heart disease, treating liver cancer with surgical robotics, and fighting sepsis with nano-engineered beads. He also reflects on podcasting and how it gives him a chance to broaden his perspective and learn more about new things in a broad range of specialties in the field. Tune in to this episode to learn about Mathieu’s experience with the Impulse - Meeting Healthcare Pioneers Podcast! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity.
July 14, 2022

Getting More For Our Healthcare Dollar with Jill Yegian, Founder at Yegian Health Insights, LLC

There’s so much opportunity to make the healthcare system work better for patients, practitioners, payers, and taxpayers in terms of cost and affordability. https://outcomesrocket.health/jillyegian/2019/12/
July 13, 2022

Health Technology for an Aging Population with Vera Rulon, Founder, and President at Tir Health Advisors

Today, we are privileged to host Vera Rulon, Founder, and President at Tir Health Advisors. Tir partners with various organizations to promote open communication and support the advancement of health care. Vera discusses her company's focus to improve communication between providers, payors, life sciences, various communities, as well as patients and caregivers to ensure easy access to health care and to benefit patients. She also shares her commitment to bringing people together in workshops to solve issues around the aging process, leveraging technology to create strategic ideas to improve aging.   Vera highlights her company's unique feature to connect dots on critical issues that is a result of her company's diverse health care backgrounds. She also expressed her interest in working with life science and advocacy groups, insight-filled anecdotes, challenges she's faced and how she overcame them, and how she chose the organizations she's worked with based on the impact/contributions she can make.   Vera expressed her excitement on the digitization of health care and increasing patient engagement and patient advocacy. She also recognizes there's still much work to be done and has an excellent callout for everyone at the end of the podcast. We truly enjoyed our conversation with Vera, so please tune in for the whole interview! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 12, 2022

Digital Health: A CVC Perspective with Sean Cheng, Investment Principal at Philips Ventures

In this podcast, we are privileged to host Dr. Sean Cheng, an investment principal at Philips Ventures. Sean discusses how his company helps startups succeed by bringing in the resources, channels, and infrastructure of Philips corporate. He also talks about Philips Health Technology Ventures, the transition of Philips from being a lighting company to now being a healthcare company, and the advantages of working with Philips. He shares insights that can improve business model innovation, some challenges Philips faces as a huge company, and his excitement on corporate venturing and the future of health care. This is a fascinating conversation so please tune in! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 11, 2022

Life-saving Health Technology at Home with Tom Stanis, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Story Health

Technology can drastically change where your health is headed. In this episode, we hear from Tom Stanis, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Story Health, about how getting hit by a car and his father having a stroke led him to work with artificial intelligence and virtual tools to enable daily specialist care for people at home. He explains how Story Health uses an AI system that integrates with Electronic Health Records to help clinicians guide patients at home through the best treatment possible and human coaching to navigate health systems while avoiding logistical barriers. Tom discusses what outcomes are the results of Story Health’s work, the setbacks, and improvements that more data has presented for its users. He also talks about how changes toward value-based care and focus on social determinants of health build an exciting future for healthcare. Tune in to this episode to listen about Tom Stanis’s life-changing work at Story Health! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity.
July 7, 2022

Driving Change by Using Research-Based Evidence with Kaajal Singh, Principal of Client Engagement for RTI Center for Health Care Advancement

In this episode, we interview the outstanding Kaajal Singh. Kaajal is the Principal of Client Engagement for the RTI Center for Health Care Advancement. She discusses how RTI leverages data and delivers health-focused interventions. These solutions are backed by years of research and presented to the table with analytical capabilities that are truly fundamental to a research institute. Kaajal shares RTI's drive to improve quality and outcomes and reduce cost. She also talks about the benefits of relying on an independent third party to assess your business's study or new technology. If you're looking for a way to scale your business at a lower cost, or you need help in the decision-making process, a research institute like RTI can help you.  We truly enjoyed our exciting conversation with Kaajal. Please tune in to the entire episode to learn more. Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
July 6, 2022

Community When it Matters Most with Jay Drayer, Founder and CEO at CareFlash

In today's podcast, we are privileged to host Jay Dryer, founder and CEO of CareFlash. CareFlash offers the Careopolis - a private, invitation-only website that engages friends and family members around a loved one regarding any health, wellness, or aging process or event. Listen to Jay as he talks about meeting people who want to help friends and loved ones in difficult times but not knowing how. He shares how recovery and quality of life are better when there's a community involved, how adherence, transitions, and care work together to help quality outcomes, and more. This is a very interesting conversation so please tune in! https://outcomesrocket.health/careflash/2020/09/
July 5, 2022

Boosting Your Healthcare Podcast with Justin Knott, co-host and speaker of the Patient Convert Podcast & CEO at Intrepy Healthcare Marketing

This episode is brought to you by Provider Solutions and Development, the leaders in physician and APC recruitment that deliver top-tier candidates for the right roles. Visit info.PSDconnect.org/outcomesrocket to start the conversation today, get tailored support and dedicated recruitment and efforts that lead to provider retention and longevity. Podcasting: a digital tool that can be door-opening in healthcare. In this episode, we hear from Justin Knott, co-host and speaker of the Patient Convert Podcast and CEO at Intrepy Healthcare Marketing, about his experience with the Patient Convert Podcast, which he shares with his wife, Kelley Knott. In it, they have focused on how to do a marketing job directed at patients to help physicians grow their practice on more than 70 episodes. Justin discusses with Outcomes Rocket’s Host, Saul, algorithms, podcast streaming platforms, search engine optimization, paid ads, and keywords, among other digital marketing tools to consider when creating a podcast. He talks about two main challenges and keys to success in podcasting: consistency and booking. And how success with this show has opened many doors and brought opportunities in healthcare. Tune in to this episode to learn about how the inner works of podcast marketing and its success can bring many opportunities! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 30, 2022

SONSIEL: The Keys to Nurse Innovation with Nir Rosenberg, Plastic Surgeon at Maccabi Healthcare Services Mohs Surgeon & Lecturer at School of Nursing Healthcare Entrepreneur

Have you ever wondered how nurse innovation is occurring in another country? This episode features someone from Israel that has a great sneak peek about this topic! This week’s guest on the SONSIEL Podcast is a plastic surgeon that loves to mix the human and the scientific sides of healthcare in his practice; Dr. Nir Rosenberg is with us all the way from Israel! Besides being a board-certified surgeon, Dr. Rosenberg also teaches nursing students where he instills his passion onto them. Nir chats about the nurse-physician relationship and how they should do everything as a team. Through the creation of courses and proposals for existing hospitals, Dr. Rosenberg is introducing nurse innovation to Israel. Finally, Nir leads everything in life with three key things: passion, persistence, and enthusiasm. Tune in to this episode to have another perspective on nursing innovation around the world. You will be delighted with what Nir Rosenberg is doing to propel nursing innovation in Israel! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 28, 2022

Transparencies Role in Healthcare with Kevin O’Brien, Chief Business Development Officer at Innovu

 In this episode, we are excited to host Kevin O'Brien, the Senior Vice President of Distribution at Innovu. Kevin discusses how his company leverages data to drive savings, opportunities, and transparency in health care. He talks about collaborating with companies, aggregating data across all service providers, digging deep into the insights, and collaborating and empowering companies to drive the action. Kevin also shared his insights about risk mitigation, combining health data with risk data to get a new perspective, the importance of educating people, the most significant mistakes employers make, and many more. Please tune in and enjoy the conversation. Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 24, 2022

Virtual Reality Immersion as a Learning Tool with Alex Young, CEO and Founder at Virti

Virtual Reality technology can be a potent tool when used for learning. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Alex Young, the CEO, and founder of mixed reality training platform Virti, about how VR can facilitate repeatable, safe environments for professionals to build and train soft skills through personalized, immersive experiences. He talks about how Virti seeks to democratize through its platform the experiential soft-skill-training scenarios by making them affordable, accessible, and easily customizable to anyone around the planet. Dr. Young discusses the science behind how virtual reality connects having an experience, remembering it, and creating lasting behavior changes from it. He explains the learning-with-virtual-reality process in detail, provides examples of how Virti’s platform has been used in healthcare and other sectors, and even talks about how the Metaverse is related to his work. Tune in to this episode to learn how Virti is training professionals’ soft skills with Virtual Reality! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 23, 2022

SONSIEL: The Merge of Professions: Nursing and Media with Josiah Jackson-Okesola, Founder & CEO at Nurses on Air Foundation

Nursing is a profession that can be merged and married to others, like this guest’s story! In this episode of the SONSIEL Podcast, we have the pleasure of chatting with Josiah Jackson-Okesola, an African nurse that is also a social media star, strategist, broadcaster, and multi-award-winning nurse innovator, and more. Josiah ended up in the field thanks to his mother, and he quickly developed a passion for it, turning him into one of the most renowned innovators in the space. He knew that opportunities wouldn’t come to him easily, so he started looking out for them. Josiah always knew how to elevate and work with the professionals within the healthcare industry, that is why he has moved to be a career coach for nurses. He also encourages everyone to move investments into the nursing field, as they are the backbone of our healthcare systems. The power of media can change minds and African nurses are tuning into it to do so, just like Josiah. Tune in to this episode and enjoy! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 22, 2022

Cost Savings by Proactive Surgical Condition Management with Ami Rakshit, CEO and President at PreAcute PHM

In today’s episode of Outcomes Rocket, we are excited to share with your our interview with Ami Rakshit, the CEO and President at PreAcute PHM. Ami talks about how his company reduces unnecessary surgeries and lower costs. He shares four ways his company adds value to the health care space, the best stakeholder partner to implement the changes, and how Pre Acute makes business better. He also talks about the challenges brought about by COVID and in being an early-stage company. Please tune in to my full interview with Ami! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 20, 2022

21st-Century Heart Technology by Medical 21 with Manny Villafaña, Founder, Chairman/CEO at Medical 21, Inc.

“Once you realize that your family has died of heart disease, I think it might be a good idea to study heart disease.” In this episode, we hear from Manny Villafaña, founder and Chairman/CEO of Medical 21, about the company’s six-year development of an artificial artery graft. He describes how Medical 21 seeks to eliminate the inconveniences associated with a standard bypass surgery procedure for the millions of people who might need one with this innovation. Inspired by his family’s health history, he founded eight companies throughout his career that developed products for heart disease-related issues, the latest being Medical 21. Manny explains in detail how the artificial artery graft works and how its development is being financed in innovative ways. He also shares life anecdotes about his childhood, education, and setbacks from which he learned, ultimately fueling his passion for his work and leading his projects to success. Tune in to this episode to listen about how Manny Villafaña is taking yet another risk with Medical 21’s groundbreaking innovation, created with 21st-century technology, and is currently using a 21st-century financing method! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 16, 2022

SONSIEL: The True Face of Innovation: Nurses with Layne Price, Travel Nurse and DNP Student & Pak Chau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student

When someone goes into nursing, the possibilities in the workspace are endless. In this episode of SONSIEL, we feature Layne Price and Pak Chau, two incredible nurses whose journeys inspire us. Both of them have attached another word to their role as nurses, providing them with tools and knowledge to keep delivering high-quality care. They both share their thoughts on innovation and the role of nurses in it. Also, Pak talks with first-hand experience about burnout and mental health and nurses’ essential part when conforming to a team. Nurses' voices have always been valuable, but they are getting huge engagement right now, which is important for the success of care delivery. Check out this episode and get inspired by these two rock stars of the nursing profession! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 15, 2022

The Road to Better, Cheaper and Faster Patient Journeys with Jean Drouin, CEO at Clarify Health

Better, cheaper, faster: three words that describe the ideal patient journey. In this episode, we hear from Jean Drouin, CEO of Clarify Health, about Clarify’s mission to power better care by empowering others to better care through actionable insights and analytics to improve health outcomes. He talks about how machine learning and artificial intelligence are helping Clarify clean and refine their massive sets of patient data to generate precise insights and predictive analysis on every patient journey. Jean explains how Clarify can help patients by broadening access to all their prior medical history and reducing process costs and care providers by navigating and analyzing data more efficiently and effectively through its self-service and on-demand platform. He further elaborates on possible approaches by explaining how moving from fee-for-service to a value-based care payment model can support Clarify's changes to achieve its mission. Tune in to this episode to listen about how Clarify will make patient journeys better, cheaper, and faster! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 14, 2022

Wash More Than Hands, Wash Your Nose Too! with Lon Jones, Family Medicine Physician and Author

In this episode, we have an amazing conversation with Dr.Lon Jones, author of No More Allergies, Asthma, or Sinus Infections and creator (along with his colleague and wife Jerry Bozeman) of Xlear, a nasal spray made up of xylitol and saline that assists and stimulates the immune system's efforts to clean the nose. Dr. Jones shares how his granddaughter's ear condition and his wife's work observation as a special education teacher paved the creation of the nasal spray. He talks about the challenges he has faced in marketing the nasal spray as a drug and how he ended up with the name commonsense medicine. He shares a wealth of medical information regarding nose washing and ear infection, as well as insights that can help us remain healthy and protected against the virus. Please tune in and enjoy! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 13, 2022

Optimizing Patient Care Delivery and Support with Mark Clermont, CEO at Cecelia Health

Patient care goes beyond a doctor’s appointment or a healthcare facility visit. In this episode, we hear from Mark Clermont, CEO of Cecelia Health, about using technology to improve patient care delivery in terms of support, accessibility, clarity, and relationship-building when navigating the puzzling healthcare system. Many patients need help adhering to or even initiating their care when they go home. Mark speaks of virtual modalities in hybrid care systems and the importance of human engagement in building a relationship between the health care provider and the patient. He explains that these current approaches place healthcare for patients in a promising position thanks to advances in telemedicine, data availability, and the focus on building meaningful human relationships. Tune in to this episode to listen about how Cecelia Health is working to simplify and improve the patient care journey with promising digital toolsets! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 10, 2022

Health Coaching: A Different Approach to Care with Marina and Eugene Borukhovich, Co-Founders, CEO & COO at YourCoach.Health

We all need somebody to lean on, and why not a health coach? In this episode, we hear from Marina and Eugene Borukhovich, CEO & COO at YourCoach Health, the premier Virtual Home for health and wellness coaching they co-founded. They talk about the work they do at YourCoach Health and how health coaching can be a different approach added to health care teams to support caregivers and help patients identify, set, and achieve their health and wellness goals. The YourHealth platform can provide and connect health coaches with patients and companies who are looking to include health coaching. Eugene and Marina explain what this consists of in the transforming healthcare ecosystem. They talk about how it can impact and augment physical and digital human-centric care services. Tune in to this episode to listen about Health Coaching and how YourCoach Health is working to make it more accessible! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 9, 2022

SONSIEL: Life Detours, Innovation, and Healthcare with Jessica Smith-Amara, Clinical Program Manager at Cohere Health

Many people take detours with their careers but ultimately keep working in healthcare. This episode’s guest is Jessica Smith-Amara, a board-certified nurse executive with a particular journey in healthcare. She has taken a couple of detours in her career with teaching, practicing nursing in pediatrics and bedside patients, and clinical project management. Her love for innovation brews from troubleshooting and presenting solutions to any obstacle she encounters. She also shares her three principles for innovation: awareness of the starting point, recognition of the low-hanging fruit, and starting with what you know. Jessica also reflects on her overall design thinking process, networking, and the nursing workforce. Tune in and enjoy this episode with a true innovator because the more hats you can wear, the more you can offer in your roles. Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 8, 2022

ENCORE: Tying Preventive Care with Personal Cost Savings to Improve Health with Janis Powers, Founder and CEO of Longitudinal Health Care

In this episode, we are privilege to host Janis Powers, Founder and CEO of Longitudinal Health Care. Janis discusses how her digital health company aims to replace traditional health insurance and how her company adds value to healthcare. She shares her thoughts on consumerization and the direct-to-provider payment model, other options for securing health care, and the importance of health literacy.  If you're fed up with the high insurance cost and would like a different perspective on health care challenges, tune in because this interview with Janis could be what you're looking for. Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 7, 2022

The Future of Healthcare in a Post Pandemic World with Andrew Botham, Chief Scientific Officer at TestCard

In this podcast, we are excited to host Dr. Andrew Botham, the Chief Scientific Officer, and Co-Founder at TestCard. Andrew discusses how his company is leveraging the power of technology and cameras in smartphones to offer immediate results related to medical tests. He talks about challenges healthcare scientists face and how TestCard's home testing solution, with the help of a phone's camera (or clinical grade scanner), helps people get accurate and faster results, which they can then take to their doctor. He talks about providing easier access to health care, low-cost solutions, reducing contaminations, and more. This interview is packed with learnings and insights, so please tune in! https://outcomesrocket.health/testcard/2020/10/
June 6, 2022

Care Innovation in People, Process, and Technology with Molly K. McCarthy, National Director of US Health Provider and Plans at Microsoft

Technology is not the answer to everything, but it can certainly help us be more efficient. In this episode, we hear from Molly K. McCarthy, National Director of US Health Provider and Plans for Microsoft, about how new models of care that integrate technology and human resources can improve health systems. Thinking differently about how people approach to care, technology, and processes can be challenging. Molly talks about how there can be innovative human-centered models that use technology to address workforce challenges and pressure, isolation, and burnout. Microsoft’s acquisition of Nuance will bring new inclusive designs, development processes, and ambient clinical intelligence improvements. Additionally, Molly discusses care-at-home as a developing model of care and how social determinants of health are essential for its implementation. Tune in to this episode to listen about how technology can complement and improve new and existing models of care!
June 2, 2022

SONSIEL: Biodesign and Innovator Nurses with Onike Williams, Director Of Program Development at UCLA Biodesign

There is a massive potential in innovation ready to be tapped. In this episode, we hear from Onike Williams, nurse practitioner and Director of Program Development at UCLA Biodesign, about how the program is working with professionals from the medical field, including nursing, to educate them as innovators and develop new technology. As she still is a nurse practitioner, she also speaks of how that balances and enriches her work and contributions to the Biodesign program. Onike explains what the program’s health tech accelerator strives for and how the one-year fellowship develops ideas to patent and take to market. She emphasizes that there is no bad idea and encourages medical professionals, especially nurses, to be inspired by those ideas to innovate. Tune in to this episode to listen from Onike Williams about nursing innovation and her work at UCLA Biodesign! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
June 1, 2022

ROI of Social Determinant Programs with Alex Trahey, VP of Data Science at Algorex Health

Today, we are privileged to host Alex Trahey, VP of Data Science at Algorex Health. Alex shares his passion for merging modern technology and helping people. He discusses how his company leverages consumer marketing techniques in the world of health care to try to address social determinants of health and shares some successes of Algorex Health in partnering with companies to improve health outcomes. Alex also talks about standardizing data, scaling up interventions, running models on addressing social isolation, and more. Learn more about Algorex Health and what they are doing to help improve health in this exciting conversation with Alex, so please tune in! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 31, 2022

A World Without Cancer: The Ultimate Goal with Wesley Gilson, Senior Director of MR Business Development for Siemens Healthineers North America

Access to diagnostic imaging is a challenge many patients still face around the globe. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Wesley Gilson, the senior director of MR Business Development for Siemens Healthineers North America, about the expansion plans he is leading for diagnostic care. He discusses accessibility challenges and opportunities and the latest developments through innovations that derive from collaboration and technology integration. Following the acquisition of Varian by Siemens Healthineers, the recent marriage of advanced diagnostic imaging and leading-edge cancer therapeutics prompted by the merger is introducing promising outcomes. Dr. Gilson explains why and how many unprivileged patients don’t have healthcare that provides access to diagnostics and treatment. He also raves about how the collaboration between Siemens Healthineers and Varian, will improve the targeting of cancer diseases, a health concern for a large portion of the global population. Tune in to this episode to listen about his work expanding access and bringing more advanced healthcare to more people worldwide! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 26, 2022

SONSIEL: Spearheading the Nursing Innovation Movement with Olga Kagan, Founder of FANI

When someone’s passionate about something, it goes across the board in everything they do. Today’s guest is Olga Kagan, a registered nurse with a background experience that goes back to her childhood when she gave her grandmother her insulin shots to cardiothoracic ICUs, other clinical settings, and finally academia! From a very early point in her career, Olga started innovating and her work was constantly gyrating around academia. Olga's work has inspired many others, from fabricating reusable gowns and facemasks to founding community groups on social media. She is also a passionate educator who brings a different perspective to the field. Tune in to listen to her experience and her journey! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health  Go to Sosiel's Website to learn more about what they do. 
May 25, 2022

Cybercrime Amid the Pandemic with Alberto Casares, VP of Risk Protection at Constella Intelligence

In this episode, we are excited to talk with Alberto Casares, the VP of Risk Protection at Constella Intelligence. Alberto discussed the different online threats in the market and dark web. He also shared how his company is improving awareness of securing online presence, compromised data, early detection capabilities, and more!  Alberto also shared important tips on how to avoid being hacked. We all want to secure our privacy, and this conversation will help you understand how we can do that. Please tune in to my very interesting conversation with Alberto Casares. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 24, 2022

Addressing the Need for New Drugs to Treat of Pediatric Cancers with Charles Keller, Scientific Director at the Children’s Cancer Therapy Development Institute

In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting the amazing Dr. Charles Keller, Scientific Director at the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. The CCTDI is a 501C3 non-profit biotech that tries to both understand how cancers work, but also test and evaluate thoroughly the drugs that might hit a particular target to stop cancer from working. Dr. Charles shares how his team is helping facilitate the development of medication that works while also de-risking investment in the pharma space. He talks about the preclinical gap and shares anecdotal, challenges, setbacks, and more. Dr. Charles and his team are doing a wonderful job helping children with cancer. Learn more about CCTDI and how you can help in this episode. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 23, 2022

How Data Can Improve Patient Outcomes with Allyson Jacobsen, Global Marketing Director of Artificial Intelligence and Analytic Solutions at GE HealthCare

In this podcast, Allyson Jacobsen, Global Marketing Director of Artificial Intelligence and Analytic solutions at GE HealthCare discusses what her company is leveraging AI and technology to improve the quality of care while also reducing cost. GE HealthCare holds to very strict AI principles to ensure that the models will be trusted and won't be biased. Allyson shares examples of how GE healthcare products are well integrated into the system, thoughts on cross-functional alignment challenges, and more.  This is one great conversation you don’t want to miss! Please tune in for my full interview with Allyson Jacobsen. https://outcomesrocket.health/gehealthcare/2020/09/
May 20, 2022

Empowering Patients with their Medical Data with Carm Huntress, Founder and CEO at Credo

Let's empower patients to live their healthiest lives with Credo. In this episode, we hear from Carm Huntress, the Founder, and CEO of Credo, about the development of digital healthcare systems that enables patients access to their medical record data. Many organizations and providers doing value-based care still operate through phone and fax when it comes to healthcare information exchanges that overlook patients. Credo seeks to provide a digital service that relieves the burden of carrying out those processes manually and enables patients access to their information. Carm discusses the benefits and obstacles of several factors that play a role in Credo’s goal like interoperability networks, healthcare data comprehensibility, and digital technology infrastructure. He explains how the platform will increase care quality and accessibility to empower patients with their data to improve their health. Tune in to this episode to listen about how Credo will impact healthcare systems with their medical record data platform! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 19, 2022

A Better Way to Predict the Fertility Window with Amy Wedeking Shannon, Chief Commercial Officer, Prima-Temp

Today, we are privileged to host Amy Shannon, the  Chief Commercial Officer at Prima-Temp. Prima-Temp is a medical technology company pioneering chronobiological healthcare for women. In this episode, Amy discusses how her company empowers women to make informed health care decisions. She talks about chronobiology and circadian biology and their impact on women's hormones, leveraging data and social community for better support for women's health journey, and she also introduced Priya, an innovative technology that tracks continuous core body temperature. She also shares insights on facing challenges as a company like shifting clinical trials, the democratization of healthcare, and more. Tune in for an amazing interview with Amy Shannon! Click this link to the show notes, resources, and transcript: outcomesrocket.health
May 18, 2022

Bridging HUGE Gaps between Consumers, Providers, and Payors with Evan Osborne, Managing Partner at Diabetics United

In this episode, we interview Evan Osborne, Founder and Managing Partner at Diabetics United and the President and CEO at Ride Salem. Evan discusses how his company provides an all-in-one platform for all diabetes, designed to promote a healthy diabetic lifestyle. Diabetics United has resources for all types of diabetes. It has a trusted shopping resource where vendors and products are safe,  a community where people with diabetes can collaborate, share, and interact. It also has a wealth of resources about diabetes and researches and studies to improve the lives of people with diabetes  Evan shares some of the challenges diabetics face in healthy and solutions his company has developed to help solve problems and add value. He also shares insights on business, educating fellow diabetics, and more.  This is a fascinating conversation, so please tune in and learn more about Evan and Diabetics United! Click this link to the episode: outcomesrocket.health
May 17, 2022

Older Adult Independence in The Age of Social Distancing with Carlos Montero-Luque, Co-Founder & CEO at Huginntech

In these trying times, we look forward to the care and support we receive from family and friends. Can you imagine how having such a tight-knit and loving support would do to elderly people?  In this episode, we are happy to host Carlos Montero-Luque, who runs Huginntech, a company dedicated to ensuring families can support their elderly loved ones with their health and independence. Carlos talks about the origins of the company and how they leverage technology to get involved in the support and care for elderly adults. He also shares the benefits of Huginntech to different stakeholders. https://outcomesrocket.health/ht/2020/09/
May 16, 2022

Exceptional and Affordable Home Care for Medically Frail Children with Fred Johnson, President & CFO at Team Select Home Care

Today, we are privileged to host Fred Johnson, a seasoned global strategist and leader, and the President & CFO at Team Select Home Care.  Fred talks about his reason for getting up every day and that os pioneering new home cares for medically fragile children. He explains the challenges faced by the family of medically fragile children, the difficulty of finding nurses that specialize in pediatric home care, and the impact of these challenges to the individual, family, and community.  Fred also shares some of his observations from the Colorado related caregiver program and how the company provides training to parents, helping them become CNAs which in turn frees up nurses to work more at the supervisory roles.  Team Select Home Care is saving the state tons of money while also providing jobs to parents. It is doing a phenomenal job at helping medically fragile children and the communities they serve, and you'll definitely pick up a lot of nuggets in this conversation. Tune in to learn more! https://outcomesrocket.health/teamselect/2020/09/
May 11, 2022

The Cybersecurity of Medical Devices with Pascal Podvin, CRO and Jeremy Haltom, VP of Sales Engineering at Ordr & Jim Brady, CISO and VP of Information Security at Fairview Health Services

One of the biggest challenges is securing connected devices, including medical devices.  Welcome back to part two of our chat with Pascal Podvin and Jeremy Haltom from Ordr inc.; we also introduce Jim Brady, the CISO for Fairview Health Services, to the conversation on cybersecurity and healthcare. The three of them discuss the challenges that Healthcare Delivery Organizations face and what assessments they could do to increase the security of their devices to take care of patients. No one can protect anything without knowing what the threats are, so identifying them is a specific step in the process, and taking action will then make it fruitful. Technology is only one part of the equation; the other one is a great team that is constantly working on increasing the cybersecurity of the organization. Be sure to listen to the previous conversation with Pascal and Jeremy before listening to this episode! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 10, 2022

Solving for Healthcare’s Biggest Issues with Data and Privacy with Stan Shepherd, Founder and CEO of Instant Access Medical

In this episode, we are privileged to feature the excellent Dr. Stan Shepherd, Founder and CEO of Instant Access Medical. Stan discusses how his company develops a comprehensive, life-long, multi-lingual personal care record specific to each individual. He highlights the importance of having citizens be the primary data owner and cites great examples of what data integration has done for consumers in other industries. Stan also shares the benefits of people managing their own health care and his insights on setbacks and personalized medicine. Find out more about Instant Access Medical and how it can improve outcomes in this exciting interview with Stan. Please tune in. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 9, 2022

The Clinician of the Future: Challenges and Advantages with Thomas (Tate) Erlinger, Vice President of Clinical Analytics at Elsevier Clinical Solutions.

Healthcare is an evolving system that has gone through many changes and will continue advancing over time. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Tate Erlinger, the Vice President of Clinical Analytics at Elsevier Clinical Solutions, about the advantages and challenges of the Clinician of the Future and Elsevier’s recent report, which points out possible obstacles and suggests improvements to the industry. The relationship between patient and doctor is at the core of healthcare. Dr. Erlinger says that technology has changed the relationship's nature and should be nurtured to keep on improving it. Accessibility through Telehealth, on-demand information, and payment for quality have been identified as challenges or advantages that need to be addressed. He believes this shouldn’t discourage the clinicians of the future, as they can participate in the resolution of those challenges and be rewarded with being able to help more people directly. Tune in to this episode to listen about his hopes, work, and thoughts regarding the future of healthcare! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 5, 2022

Discovering Therapy Options for Hard-to-Treat and Rare Cancers with Sanjeev Luther, President & CEO of Rafael Pharmaceuticals

Cancer is a prevalent condition that impacts not just the patients but also families, employers, and society. Without the right management and medication it can lead to financial loss, reduced quality of life, and even death. In today's episode, we are honored and thrilled to have Sanjeev Luther, CEO and President of Rafael Pharmaceuticals. Sanjeev discusses his company's mission to develop highly effective anti-cancer agents to improve the quality of life of patients with g AML, Burkitts & pancreatic cancer. He shares his insights on innovation, collaborations, AI, challenges in the pharma space, fundamental shifts among regulation due to COVID, and many more. This is a great conversation on oncology in pharma so don't miss it! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 4, 2022

A Safely Interconnected Healthcare Ecosystem with Pascal Podvin, Chief Revenue Officer & Jeremy Haltom, VP of Sales Engineering at Ordr

Cybersecurity and AI are two of the most spoken topics right now, and they are essential to the success of the future’s healthcare ecosystem. In this episode, we chat with Pascal Podvin and Jeremy Haltom while we were together at the ViVE conference this year. Pascal is the Chief Revenue Officer, while Jeremy is the director of Sales Engineering, at Ordr, a company that is leading the IoT security field. Pascal and Jeremy explain how Ordr works, how they are securely connecting devices, and what things are important to take into account to make the business scalable. They also share their part of the work in ransomware and the log4j vulnerability problem. Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
May 3, 2022

Autonomous Medical Coding with Ilyana Rosenberg, Principal Product Manager at Nym Health

In this episode, we are privileged to feature Ilyana Rosenberg, the Principal Product Manager at NYM Health, a startup focused on automating medical coding. Ilyana educates us on the basics of medical coding and discusses how her company leverages automation to improve operational efficiency and compliance perspectives. She relays inspiring anecdotes and great insights on innovation in health care, keeping medical coders updates, and more. Ilyana is excited about the innovations happening in healthcare, and you can hear it in her voice. Please tune in and learn more about medical coding and its impact on healthcare. Click this link to the shownotes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 29, 2022

Information to Action: The Intersection Between Data Collection and Healthcare with Manav Sevak, Co-Founder & CEO at Memora Health

Digital tools can be leveraged to be more equitable and give more healthcare access to people. We are back at the ViVE event 2022 with an incredible healthcare professional that just got off the stage, Manav Sevak, the CEO of Memora Health. Manav emphasizes the feeling of being in person at the conference after two years apart, thanks to the pandemic, and the main themes providers and healthcare systems should focus on moving on. Clinician well-being has become more important in the past 6 to 8 months, so avoiding burnout and guaranteeing safe environments for their work. Also, the transition of care delivery out of the conventional spaces is a vast topic that needs to be addressed; this is where Memora Health comes in to help health systems digitize and automate many processes. They end up the interview with the role AI and ML tools play right now in the healthcare field. Tune in to this conversation about healthcare delivery and technology being leveraged to improve outcomes! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 28, 2022

Healing Yourself with the Direct Your Own Care Process with David Hanscom, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

This is the second part of the Chronic Pain Series with Dr. Hanscom. In our previous episode, Dr. Hanscom talked about the problems of overcare, different over operations, and waste in healthcare. In this episode, Dr. Hanscom discusses the solution and how his DOC roadmap can help address chronic pain. He also talks about the app that he is launching. As always, interviews with Dr. Hanscom are interesting and you'll find pearls you can apply in other aspects of your life. Tune in for a great podcast with Dr. Hanscom. https://outcomesrocket.health/healing-yourself-with-the-direct-your-own-care-process/2020/08/
April 27, 2022

How Digital Is Making It Possible To Scale Effective Care Models with Amanda DeMano, Vice President at AVIA Health Innovation

In this episode, we have the privilege to feature Amanda Demano, Vice President at Avia Health Innovation. Amanda discusses how Avia, as the nation's leading network for the health system, seeks to innovate and transform through digital strategy. She shares excellent examples of how her company has improved outcomes, how Avia is helping health systems and payers address things like disparities in health care, her insights on health innovation, and more. Learn how Amanda and her team are assisting accelerate digital adoption. Enjoy! Click this link for the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.com
April 26, 2022

HFX for PDN: A Nondrug Solution for Painful Diabetic Neuropathy with Niamh Pellegrini and Meredith Vornholt of Nevro

In this episode, we are privileged to host two outstanding healthcare leaders who can help us learn a new way of managing painful diabetic neuropathy. Niamh Pellegrini is the Chief Commercial Officer at Nevro, and Meredith Vornholt is the Senior Director. Niamh and Meredith discuss HFX for PDN and how it can help patients suffering from painful diabetic neuropathy. They share insights on leveraging technology to help patient care, employer impact, challenges, patient anecdotes, and much more. HFX for PDN is the only spinal cord stimulation device approved by the FDA with a specific indication to treat PDN. Learn more about this innovative treatment in this exciting episode of the Outcomes Rocket podcast, so please tune in! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 25, 2022

Older Adult Independence in The Age of Social Distancing with Carlos Montero-Luque, Co-Founder & CEO at Huginntech

In these trying times, we look forward to the care and support we receive from family and friends. Can you imagine how having such a tight-knit and loving support would do to elderly people?  In this episode, we are happy to host Carlos Montero-Luque, who runs Huginntech, a company dedicated to ensuring families can support their elderly loved ones with their health and independence. Carlos talks about the origins of the company and how they leverage technology to get involved in the support and care for elderly adults. He also shares the benefits of Huginntech to different stakeholders. https://outcomesrocket.health/ht/2020/09/
April 22, 2022

Leveraging Digital Tools and Technology in Healthcare with Erik Nielsen, Founder, and CEO of TAG

Healthcare can always learn from industries that are very far away. In this episode, we chat with Erik Nielsen, CEO, and founder of TAG, a world-renowned game creator, about leveraging technology to improve people’s lives, mental health, and the intersection between healthcare, advertising, and gaming. With TAG, they are bringing real-life cases and a therapist that hands the coping skills to that specific issue to the audience.  They have seen that caregivers are gyrating towards the platform to seek help and resources because they often struggle independently. One of their central values is having all of this content available and affordable, creating unlimited viewing packages for under 5 dollars. Erik also shares how the pandemic brought challenges to the business and how they have dealt with them to keep improving people’s lives.  Tune in and enjoy this episode with Erik and our host Saul!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 21, 2022

Changing the Way We Monitor Immunotherapy with a Personalized Blood Test with Angel Rodriguez, Oncology Medical Director at Natera

Immunotherapy is a kind of treatment for cancer that changed the landscape of oncology. In this episode, we had a very insightful chat with Dr. Angel Rodríguez, Natera’s Oncology Medical Director. At the same time, he explains how immunotherapy works, what it entails, how patients can be treated, and the medical challenges around this. With immunotherapy, doctors can choose a type of treatment that attacks cancer in a localized way instead of chemo or radiotherapy, which it’s more of a “shotgun approach.” Dr. Rodríguez shares how sometimes immunotherapy can come with more than one challenge, why it is not a standard treatment, and how Natera is innovating with blood tests to identify if there is any disease left in the body. The future of oncology lies ahead, and Natera is leading the way. Tune in to this episode to listen to one of the best oncologists in the nation! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 20, 2022

Solutions to Physician Executives Being Overwhelmed and Lonely with Tom Ferkovic, CEO of Medic Management Group

Welcome back, Medvalistas! In this episode, we have the honor to feature Tom Ferkovic, the CEO of Medic Management Group and a leader in the healthcare sector, who will share with us what MMG does as a one-stop shot with several services. MMG isn’t only a management service organization but also offers consulting services. Tom also reflects on the challenges while working with clients, how MMG helps them from compensation models to productivity measurements, and much more. He also gives his thoughts about physician leadership and why leaders need confidants to talk to and bounce solutions to their problems. Tune in to this wonderful conversation about independent practice and how MMG can help run your business! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 19, 2022

Full Body Exposure: More Than 45 Million Medical Images Openly Accessible Online with David Sygula, Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at CybelAngel

The healthcare industry is constantly bombarded with threats from cybercriminals, so it is important that businesses and organizations know how to protect themselves and their data. In this episode, we are privileged to interview David Sygula, Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at CybelAngel, the world’s leading digital risk protection platform that prevents data leaks and limits damage to your business or organization. David explains CybelAngels’ mission and how it can benefit the healthcare space. He discusses tips on how to keep your assets safe and your reputation secure. This is a great discussion on data protection and security so please tune in! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health
April 15, 2022

The Future of Secure Healthcare Systems with Erik Decker, Assistant Vice President – Chief Information Security Officer at Intermountain Healthcare

The intersection between cybersecurity and healthcare can sometimes be a complicated gray area for people that don’t know much about this topic. In this episode, we talk with Erik Decker, the Chief Information Security Officer at Intermountain Healthcare, a mastermind leader in cybersecurity in the