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Our guests:
David Shulkin, FMR Secretary at U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsPaul N. Long, Chief Experience Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MAMarten den Haring, CEO at LirioDan DOrazio, CEO at Sage Growth Partners (Guest Host)In this episode, we discussed:
The staggering growth in healthcare spending, from $1.4 trillion in 2000 to $4.5 trillion in 2024.Secretary Shulkin highlights the need for aligning healthcare delivery with patient experience and outcomes.Paul Long emphasizes personalized, patient-centered care through better organizational structures and social determinants of health.Marten Den Haring introduces "precision nudging," using AI to enhance patient engagement and improve health outcomes.The panel debates the complementary roles of humans and AI in addressing healthcare’s economic and operational challenges.
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Dr. Stephanie Lahr, President at ArtisightStead Burwell, Founder & CEO at Outbound AIMary Beth Chalk, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer at BeekeeperAIIn this episode, we discussed:
Unscripted Conversations on AI and Innovation: Industry leaders at HLTH 2024, including Dr. Stephanie Lahr, Stead Burwell, and Mary Beth Chalk, shared insights on AI's transformative potential in healthcare.AI Tackling Workforce and Care Challenges: Discussions highlighted AI's dual promise of augmenting healthcare workflows and improving clinical decision-making amid workforce constraints.Privacy, Security, and Governance: The panel emphasized the challenges of data privacy, sovereignty, and adapting to the fragmented regulatory landscape in the U.S.Balancing Hype and Practicality: Panelists stressed the need to foster excitement around AI while addressing real-world implementation challenges and risks like bias and cyber threats.
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Our guests:
- Val Brown, U.S. Sales Director at Stroll
- George Tomeski, CEO & Co-Founder at Helfie AI
- Ankur Teredesai, CEO & Co-Founder at CueZen
- Dr. Aasim Saeed, CEO & Founder at Amenities Health (Guest Host)In this episode, we discussed:
Direct-to-Consumer AI in Health: Explore how consumer-oriented AI technologies allow patients to monitor conditions via mobile devices, reducing the need for traditional healthcare visits.Personalized Healthcare at Scale: Learn about AI's role in customizing treatment plans for millions, moving beyond standardized care to personalized solutions.Augmented Reality for Patient Recovery: Discover how AR tech is enhancing rehabilitation for conditions like Parkinson's by tailoring exercises to individual patient journeys.Microsoft Pegasus Program: Insights on the Microsoft Pegasus Program's impact in connecting health startups with healthcare systems for accelerated innovation and scale.Challenges for Startups in Healthcare: A discussion on balancing innovation with adaptability within the existing healthcare framework.
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/
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Our guests:
Dr. Tina Shah, Chief Clinical Officer at AbridgeJohn Beadle, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Aegis VenturesModerated By
Missy Krasner, Gen AI Investor/Board Advisor
Gen AI in Clinical Workflow: Dr. Tina Shah of Abridge discusses the revolutionary impact of Gen AI on clinical workflows, from real-time patient summaries to pre-populated orders.Platform vs. Point Solutions: John Beadle of Aegis Ventures explains the shift from point solutions to platform-based approaches in healthcare innovation, emphasizing scalability and integration.AI in Patient Engagement: The discussion covers innovative uses of AI in patient engagement, including personalized care journeys and automation of back-office processes.The Role of Small Language Models: Both experts highlight the importance of small language models tailored to specific healthcare tasks, contrasting them with larger, more generic foundation models.
In this episode, we discussed:Learn more about each Guest Company!
Abridge https://www.abridge.com/
Aegis Ventures https://aegisventures.com/
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Our guests:
Linda Smith, VP Marketing & Communications at ProgenyHealthBoh Hatter, Partner & CMO at Sage Growth PartnersSara Strom, VP Marketing at twenty30 health
Personalization and Mission-Driven Branding: Emphasize the importance of tailoring messages and having a strong mission.Employee Advocacy: Utilize employee and leadership voices to amplify the brand.Creative Resurgence: Creativity and storytelling in branding are making a comeback.Measurement and Internal Advocacy: Assessing brand health through proxies like sales and using internal advocacy.Foundational Content: Invest in a strong piece of thought leadership content as a cornerstone of your branding efforts.
In this episode, we discussed:Learn more about each Guest Company!
ProgenyHealth https://www.progenyhealth.com/
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
twenty30 health https://twenty30.health/
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Our guests:
Dr. Khan Siddiqui, Founder & CEO at HOPPRMike Bourke, Co-Founder & CEO at Redesign HealthMissy Krasner, Venture Chair at Redesign Health
Dr. Khan Siddiqui discusses his journey from radiology to founding HOPPR.Mike Bourke shares his experience in the contact center industry and his new venture, Tramplain AI.The importance of AI in solving labor shortages and enhancing efficiency in healthcare.Different approaches to using AI: building proprietary models vs. leveraging existing LLMs.Future predictions for AI advancements in healthcare.
In this episode, we discussed:Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each Guest Company!
HOPPR https://www.hoppr.ai/
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Our guests:
John Hallock, Chief Communications Officer at Quantum HealthChristina Farr, Owner & Editorial Lead at Second Opinion Media
Challenges in Modern PR: The declining number of journalists and the growing need for proactive communication.Importance of Founder-Led Communication: Why startup founders should take charge of their own PR efforts.Building Media Relationships: Strategies for developing meaningful relationships with journalists.Direct Communication Channels: Leveraging platforms like LinkedIn, Substack, and Twitter for effective storytelling.
In this episode, we discussed:Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn More About Each Guest's company!
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/
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Our guests:
Lauren Barca, VP of Quality at 86 BordersBrian K. Jones, Product Manager at AssureCare
Food as Medicine's expanding role in healthcare policy and patient care.Insights on adoption and challenges from Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.The importance of holistic, patient-centered approaches to food interventions.Future trends and necessary steps for advancing Food is Medicine initiatives.
In this episode, we discussed:Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn More About Each Guest's company!
86Borders https://www.86borders.com/
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Our guests:
David Rhew, MD, Global Chief Medical Officer & VP of Healthcare at MicrosoftFawad Butt, Chief Executive Officer at Stealth StartupMissy Krasner, Venture Chair at Redesign Health
Dr. David Rhew's Role at Microsoft: Dr. Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer at Microsoft, discusses leveraging AI in healthcare to improve outcomes like patient safety and care efficiency.Fawad Butt's Career Insights: Fawad Butt shares his extensive experience in data management within healthcare, emphasizing the growing importance of Gen.AI.AI in Clinical Settings: The discussion covers the application of AI in clinical settings, addressing challenges like transparency and bias, and the integration of AI with existing workflows.The Future of AI in Healthcare: Both guests discuss future directions for AI in healthcare, including the role of small language models and the potential for AI to transform healthcare delivery and administration.Regulatory and Ethical Considerations: They delve into the necessity for responsible AI development and deployment, highlighting the importance of maintaining data integrity and addressing bias.
In this episode, we discussed:Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
Microsoft https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Stealth Startup https://www.linkedin.com/company/stealth-startup-51/
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Our guests:
Sara Vaezy, EVP, Chief Strategy & Digital Officer at ProvidenceLee Schwamm MD, SVP, Chief Digital Health Officer & Associate Dean, Yale New Haven Health System and Yale School of MedicineMissy Krasner, Venture Chair at Redesign HealthIn this episode, we discussed:
Transforming Clinical Documentation: Discussion on ambient documentation technology and its potential to transform clinical note-taking, alleviating administrative burdens for healthcare professionals.Enhancing Patient Services Through AI: Insights into AI's role in enhancing patient-facing services, including navigation, self-service options, and empathetic communication.The Need for Responsible AI Implementation: Emphasis on the need for responsible AI implementation, considering cost, ethical governance, and the protection of patient trust and data privacy.Future Trends in Healthcare AI: Exploration of future AI applications in healthcare, such as predictive analytics and the incorporation of unstructured data like radiology and genomic information.
Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
Providence: https://www.providence.org/
Yale Health New Haven: https://www.ynhhs.org/
Yale School of Medicine: https://medicine.yale.edu/
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Oleg Tarkovsky, Director of Behavioral Health Services at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldKyle Talcott, CEO and Founder of UpliftMissy Krasner, Venture Chair at Redesign HealthIn this episode, we discussed:
Overview: A captivating discussion on the latest trends and challenges in behavioral health.Guest Insights: Hear from Oleg Tarkovsky, Kyle Talcott, and Missy Krasner as they explore the complexities of provider shortages, digital innovation, and patient care.Key Themes: Addressing myths, embracing technology, and improving access and quality in behavioral health.Future Directions: An in-depth look at where the field is headed, focusing on quality of care and the impact of sociocultural factors.Must-Listen Moments: Don't miss the panel's take on the digital transformation and its effects on both providers and patients.
Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield: https://individual.carefirst.com/individuals-families/home.page
Uplift: https://www.joinuplift.co/
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Our guests:
Linda Genen, ProgenyHealth, Chief Medical OfficerMaryLou Buyse, Community Health Choice, Chief Medical OfficerLori Billis, Health Alliance Plan (HAP), Medical DirectorIn this episode, we discussed:
Expert Insights: Dr. Genen, Dr. Buyse, and Dr. Billis discuss the evolving landscape of maternal healthcare.Challenges and Disparities: Focus on increasing challenges in maternal health, including disparities in care and rising infant mortality rates.Technological Advancements: Exploration of how digital tools, telemedicine, and data analytics are revolutionizing maternal healthcare.Importance of Mental Health: Emphasis on integrating mental health services and addressing maternal mental well-being.Collaborative Healthcare and Social Determinants: Discussion on collaborative models in healthcare and the impact of social determinants on maternal health.Value-Based Care and Continuity: Examination of value-based care models, quality standards, and the critical nature of postpartum care continuity.
Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
Progeny Health: https://www.progenyhealth.com/
Community Health Choice: https://www.communityhealthchoice.org/
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Our guests:
- Christopher Bradbury, CEO of Integrated Home Care Services & Clinical Medical Services
- Christopher McGhee, CEO & Co-Founder, Current Health
- Dan R. Trigub, Co-Founder & CEO at MedArrive
- Lee Shapiro, Managing Partner of 7wire VenturesIn this episode, we discussed:
Bridging Virtual and Physical CareRole of Technology in Home HealthcareImpact on Emergency Department UtilizationInnovation in Healthcare: Challenges & OpportunitiesScaling Home Healthcare: Path Forward & Broader PerspectiveThe Future of Home Healthcare: Predictions & IndicatorsEmphasizing Collaboration & Addressing Loneliness
Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
7wire Ventures: https://www.7wireventures.com/
MedArrive: https://www.medarrive.com/
Current Health: https://www.currenthealth.com/
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Our guests:
Dr. Corey Scurlock, Founder and CEO of Equum Medical
Amit Garg, Managing Partner/Co-Founder of Tau Ventures
Dr. Will Hazard, Medical Director Virtual Intensive Care at Penn State Health
Joel Gochberg, Vice President Of Business Development of CLEW MedicalIn this episode, we discussed:
- Discover how AI is seamlessly integrating into healthcare workflows and its significant potential in diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, including the challenges of tapping into the market.
- Learn about telehealth's revolutionary growth and role in healthcare, and understand how it brings efficiency to patient care while exploring how hospitals are adopting flexible and scalable telehealth solutions.
- Explore the multifaceted bottlenecks in healthcare, which involve human capital, regulation, patient disease, payer mix, and the need for improved alignment between caregivers.
- Gain insights into the future of healthcare with a focus on virtual and hybrid care models, delve into technology-driven healthcare, and learn the experts' action points for hospitals to embrace change.
- Grasp the need for adaptation in healthcare, from the rapid evolution of AI models to regulatory challenges, imminent manpower shortages, and how technology is shaping patient-centric care.Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/
FlipMD https://www.flip-md.com/
Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/Learn more about each guest and company!
Equum Medical: https://www.equummedical.com/equum-team-member/corey-scurlock-md-mba/
Tau Ventures: https://tauventures.com/#team
Penn State Health: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/doctors/sprague-w-hazard-md
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Our guests:
Julian Flannery, Founder and CEO of SUMMUSRay Deiotte, Co-Founder of Monocle Insights, Inc.David Veroff, Managing Partner at DeloitteIn this episode, we discussed:
ROI has always been an important question for every organization as they evaluate their benefit offerings. How should healthcare organizations be thinking about it right now? (Julian/David/Ray)What are some challenges healthcare companies experience in measuring ROI? (David/Ray)Summus just recently launched its own ROI methodology, can you briefly describe it, and what makes it so innovative? (Julian)What role does data and data analytics play in creating and measuring ROI? (Ray/David)How have clients and investors reacted to this ROI methodology? (Julian)Advice for others embarking on this journey to measure ROI, either healthcare companies, or the organizations purchasing their solutions? (Julian/David/Ray)Our sponsors for this episode are Sage Growth Partners, FlipMD and Quantum Health
Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing. For more information, please go to www.sage-growth.com & follow Sage Growth Partners on social media - @sagegrowthpartners
FlipMD is an open, competitive marketplace of physicians only offering their consulting services to a wide range of client industries. The ultimate goal of flipMD is to be the best source of physician talent for any industry. The platform is very simple to use, you post a job for free with the specific scope of work and your budget. After the job posting, our physicians respond directly to you with their best offer for the work. Once you accept an offer, you fund the project. Once you receive satisfactory work, you accept and the funds are released to your expert physician consultant. For more information, please go to https://flip-md.com/ & follow FlipMD on social media - @flipmd
Quantum Health is an award-winning consumer healthcare navigation company that delivers an unparalleled consumer experience based on empathy and trust, enabling employers to achieve industry-leading satisfaction rates and independently validated claim savings. Launched in 1999, Quantum Health’s model is based on years of consumer research and the insights learned from guiding millions of consumers and their providers through their healthcare journey. Follow Quantum health on social media - @Quantum Health
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Our guests:
Dr. Ashley VonNida, CNO at Equum MedicalSarah Bell, Nurse Administrator, Mayo ClinicSylvain Trepanier, SVP, System CNO at ProvidenceLisbeth Votruba, Chief Clinical Officer at AvaSure, CHIEF memberIn this episode, we discussed:
The background of our guests Why is virtual nursing happening?Where do you see virtual nursing making its biggest impact?Where do you see virtual nursing playing into the Telehealth maturing of organizations?What barriers do we still need to overcome to in order to support virtual nursing adoption?What would you like to see next with virtual nursing?Name someone that stands out to you who has an impactful outlook on the topic that was not on the call.Our sponsors for this episode are Sage Growth Partners & FlipMD
Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing. For more information, please go to www.sage-growth.com & follow Sage Growth Partners on social media - @sagegrowthpartners
FlipMD is an open, competitive marketplace of physicians only offering their consulting services to a wide range of client industries. The ultimate goal of flipMD is to be the best source of physician talent for any industry. The platform is very simple to use, you post a job for free with the specific scope of work and your budget. After the job posting, our physicians respond directly to you with their best offer for the work. Once you accept an offer, you fund the project. Once you receive satisfactory work, you accept and the funds are released to your expert physician consultant. For more information, please go to https://flip-md.com/ & follow FlipMD on social media - @flipmd
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Our guests:
Dr. Sameer Berry, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer at Oshi HealthSam Jactel, Co-Founder & CEO at Ayble HealthAsaf Kraus, Founder & CEO at Dieta HealthBill Snyder, CEO at Vivante HealthIn this episode, we discussed:
The backgrounds of our guestsHow will artificial intelligence impact the future of GI care?What are some of the biggest challenges facing the GI community over the next decade?How will the changing landscape of healthcare policy and payment models impact the delivery of GI care?What does the future of GI care look like?Our sponsors for this episode are Sage Growth Partners & FlipMD
Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing. For more information, please go to www.sage-growth.com & follow Sage Growth Partners on social media - @sagegrowthpartners
FlipMD is an open, competitive marketplace of physicians only offering their consulting services to a wide range of client industries. The ultimate goal of flipMD is to be the best source of physician talent for any industry. The platform is very simple to use, you post a job for free with the specific scope of work and your budget. After the job posting, our physicians respond directly to you with their best offer for the work. Once you accept an offer, you fund the project. Once you receive satisfactory work, you accept and the funds are released to your expert physician consultant. For more information, please go to https://flip-md.com/ & follow FlipMD on social media - @flipmd
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Our guests:
Lori Evans Bernstein, Founder & CEO at CarawayJosh Golomb, Founder & CEO at Hazel HealthLuke Hejl, Founder & CEO at TimelyMDIn this episode, we discussed:
The backgrounds of our guestsMental health's role in educationThe barriers to innovating in this space Areas of opportunity and growth How has whole-person care affected behavioral health care How does greater access to care in education affect underserved populations What does the future of mental health in education look likeOur sponsor for this episode is: Sage Growth Partners (www.sage-growth.com)
"Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing." - Sage Growth Partners
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Our guests:
Dr. Scott Shreeve, CEO & Founder at Crossover HealthKyna Fong, CEO & Co-Founder at Elation HealthDonald Trigg, CEO at Apree HealthIn this episode, we discussed:
The backgrounds of our guests, and what led them to primary careWhy the primary care space is ripe for innovationWhat the biggest hurdles are that they face in this space as innovatorsWhat role old payment payment structures and billing infrastructure play in the ability to deliver outcomesThe role of technology in the future of primary careWhat the future of primary care looks likeOur sponsor for this episode is: Sage Growth Partners (www.sage-growth.com)
"Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing." - Sage Growth Partners
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Our guests:
Guy Friedman, Co-Founder & CEO at SteadyMDErica Jain, Co-Founder & CEO at HealthieRoy Schoenberg, President & Co-CEO at AmwellIn this episode, we discussed:
How virtual care has moved well beyond a video visit – what do we mean when we talk about virtual care today?Infrastructure's role in healthcare todayEHR integration and the need to integrate virtual care with traditional workflows and systemsHow can we ensure a seamless care experience as patients transition out of the hospital and into the home?The future of infrastructure in virtual care (and beyond) - What needs to change?Our sponsor for this episode is: Sage Growth Partners (www.sage-growth.com)
"Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing." - Sage Growth Partners
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