Ever feel like you're lost in the healthcare maze, fighting for answers alone? Turns out, you're not. Patient communities are fueling a revolution that's changing healthcare. In this episode, Susannah Fox, author of Rebel Health, reveals how patients and caregivers are driving innovation that the traditional system can't, or won't, deliver. We cover: The Four Patient Archetypes: Seeker, Networker, Solver, and Champion--which one are you? Why certain populations get ignored, and how to change that How founders can leverage patient power to build better, more impactful solutions The debate over ..read more

In this episode, Halle Tecco and Steve Kraus discuss the latest news and trends in digital health in April 2024. They cover: Controversial Peterson report about the effectiveness of diabetes management solutions  Rock Health's latest survey data on consumer digital health adoption The FDA's recent approval of Dexcom's Stelo, the first OTC continuous glucose monitor The rise of nurse practitioner entrepreneurship Specialized and value-based care headlines See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

In February, Change Healthcare, the largest processor of medical claims in the U.S., was hit by a devastating cyberattack. Some are even calling it the most significant and consequential cyberattack on our healthcare system in American history. The fallout exposed deep vulnerabilities in healthcare infrastructure and how healthcare data is protected, highlighting the fragility of a system built on fragmented networks and a patchwork of cybersecurity measures. In this episode, Washington Post national health reporter Dan Diamond helps us understand the fallout of the Change Healthcare hack, di ..read more

In this episode, we cover 5 big headlines in digital health from the Change Healthcare disaster to a VC buying a hospital. AND after 2.5 years of going at this podcast alone, I'm excited to now bring on a co-host! Listen to find out who will be joining me to host this show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

In a controversial decision, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are entitled to the same legal protections as children. This bombshell ruling has sent shockwaves through the healthcare community. I'll break down the legal arguments, unpack the implications for IVF clinics and families, and discuss the chilling potential impact on reproductive healthcare across the US. With Roe v. Wade overturned and legal "personhood" being granted to embryos, the future of fertility treatments hangs in the balance. Go to https://fightforfamilies.resolve.org/ to learn how to take action and f ..read more

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of death in 18-45 year olds in the US, claiming more lives than car crashes and gun violence combined. After Dr. Beth Weinstock lost her son to what she calls “the most devastating health crisis this generation has ever seen,” she decided to do something about it. In this episode, we discuss a harm-reduction approach to protecting young people from accidental fentanyl poisoning. Learn more about Dr. Weinstock's organization, BirdieLight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i ..read more

David, meet Goliath. In this episode, digital health veteran Stuart Green (SVP and General Manager of the Life Science Business at Veridigm) shares all the secrets of what large incumbents want when working with startups. Stuart offers great insights and advice to founders looking to sell to, partner with, or get acquired by the Goliaths of healthcare. We cover: Understanding the unmet needs of large healthcare companies How to best position your company to incumbents for sales, partnerships, or M&A The role data plays in the pharmaceutical industry, and how this has evolved Improving the ..read more

In this episode, Ali Diab, co-founder and CEO of Collective Health, discusses his journey in building Collective Health and solving the problem of complex and costly healthcare experiences. He also shares advice to founders from his experience scaling Collective Health, which is now a market leader. We cover: - When founders should (and shouldn’t) worry about incumbents - The sales cycle to employers - How to move from an oligarchical healthcare system to a free market one - Why the health insurance industry loves information asymmetry and does not like self insurance - How employers play a c ..read more

Long waits for appointments, short time with the provider, cookie cutter treatment, and infrequent support don’t work well for people suffering from anxiety and depression. This week's guest, Brad Kittredge, believes in a world where everyone suffering with mental health can get personalized care, and he knows technology can get us there. Learn how his company, Brightside, is working with the system (not against it) for real change. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

Guests Sofia Guerra and Morgan Cheatham from BVP join me in this episode as we dive into 2024 healthcare predictions. From the the exodus of tourist VCs to a renaissance in consumer healthcare, this episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in the intersection of healthcare and technology, offering a glimpse into what 2024 may hold for our sector. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Six imperatives for AI-first companies - BVP 2024 Healthcare and Life Sciences Predictions - Seven Charts That Sum Up U.S. Healthcare In 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr ..read more