Innovatively Speaking

On the season 3 finale of Innovatively Speaking, Dr. Jesse Goodwin speaks with Dr. Jeanhyong "Danny" Park, the director of Innovation for the Division of Emergency Medicine Telehealth. Dr. Park discusses his work in developing the MUSC's virtual triage program in the emergency department. Being the only center in the country that's doing this right now, Dr. Park talks about the challenges of setting up this innovative telehealth program and software, but also the changes it has made in efficiency for providers. 00:00 - The start of the show01:52 - Dr. Park joins the show05:05 - Pain points in the emergency department11:02 - The launch of the virtual triage program15:28 - Lessons learned19:21 - Next stepsThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we speak with Todd Headley, the CEO of the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization (ZI). We discuss how Charleston has grown to an innovation hotspot as well as how ZI, the technology transfer office of MUSC, is working to provide answers and support for all the ideas coming in. 00:00 The start of the show01:26 Todd Headley joins the show08:41 Accelerator Programs with Innosphere Ventures20:28 Overcoming Startup Challenges31:06 - The Future of Innovation SpacesThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

In this episode, Chief Innovation Officer Jesse Goodwin, Ph.D., talks with Arman Kilic, M.D., Director of the Harvey and Marcia Schiller Surgical Innovation Center at MUSC. Dr. Kilic discusses how artificial intelligence is being used to advance medicine and treatment in transplantation, through machine learning. Through AI, new risk models are being created to improve the cross between the donor pool and patients awaiting transplants.00:00 The start of the show02:32 Arman Kilic joins the show04:46 Leveraging AI in heart transplantation10:13 Using machine learning to train models13:35 Regulatory issues regarding AI today in medicine19:30 Advice to students who want to learn AI, ChatGPT, and machine learningThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

In this episode, Chief Innovation Officer Jesse Goodwin, Ph.D., engages in an insightful conversation with Ray DuBois, M.D., Ph.D., Director of the Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC. Together, they explore upcoming advancements that hold the potential to revolutionize the way we understand and combat cancer including an overview of the the world of cancer research, the development of cutting-edge cancer vaccines and the integration of artificial intelligence in genetic coding. DuBois, a distinguished figure in the field, provides valuable insights into the latest breakthroughs and emerging trends that are shaping the landscape of oncology. 00:00 The start of the show01:55 Ray DuBois joins the show04:34 The importance of an NCI Designated Cancer Center07:00 Preventive vaccines and artificial intelligence work in Cancer17:25 Growing diversity for innovative thinking at Hollings 25:29 South Carolina legislature support and the LOWVELO Bike rideThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we speak with Jonathan Yantis, the CEO and Co-Founder of QuickSortRx. Founded by pharmacists and technologists from MUSC, QuickSortRX helps pharmacy supply chains improve efficiency by providing real-time analysis and instant reporting on drug pricing and contract changes. Yantis tells us the story of their founding as well as the importance of empowering their customers to make the most of their resources, partnerships and times.00:00 The start of the show01:42 Jonathan Yantis joins the show05:12 The pain point for QuickSortRx08:04 Helping pharmacies create efficiency14:41 The background in starting a company  26:00 The growth of startups in South CarolinaThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. On this quick spark episode of Innovatively Speaking, Kevin speaks with Joe Fiore at the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization about Therabraclet, a unique device designed to help stimulate dexterity and hand function for stroke recovery patients. By sending small vibrations through the hand, Therabracelet sends signals to the brain that patients can't even feel, strengthening the hand and stimulating the brain during rehab all through just a simple wrist device.

On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we interview Prabhakar Baliga, M.D., the Chair of the MUSC department of Surgery. We discuss with Dr. Baliga the growth and history of organ transplantation and what innovative techniques are being done today to eliminate inequities in the organ transplantation system such as bioprinting tissues and virtual cross-matching.00:00 The start of the show01:42 Dr. Baliga joins the show06:51 Explaining Antirejection Medications after transplant surgery  08:59 The barriers for increasing organ donor pool12:07 Innovation through Xenografts and Bioprinting14:34 Virtual Crossmatching to improve rejection rates19:44 Engineering tissues and regenerative medicine27:30 South Carolina’s history in transplantationThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Game-Changing Concussion DetectionOn this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we interview Ryan Fiorini, CEO of BLINK CNS, about their revolutionary technology that can diagnose a condition and other neurological conditions through just blinking. Fiorini discusses how their technology can be the future of concussion testing in sports for athletes of all ages as well as how the FDA-approved technology is also being used to diagnosis other central nervous system conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.00:00 The start of the show01:53 Ryan Fiorini joins the show03:45 Explaining Blink CNS and the technology06:41 What data can be collected through blinking11:10 Why is Blink the future of concussion testing in sports16:47 Getting past baseline testing20:00 Using Blink for other conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s25:18 The long-term use for Blink testingThis show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovationLearn more about BLINK CNS by visiting: https://www.blinkcns.com/

Unlocking the Knowledge EconomyThis week, Innovatively Speaking talks to Dr. Nathan Dolloff, Ph.D., the visionary founder of Leukogene Therapeutics, an MUSC startup company making groundbreaking advancements in cancer treatments that are poised to transform the lives of patients with advanced-stage cancer.In addition to delving into the pioneering work of Leukogene Therapeutics, Dr. Dolloff sheds light on the remarkable influx of federal grant money pouring into South Carolina. Discover how this surge of funding is igniting a thriving ecosystem for small business startups and propelling the state into the forefront of innovation.00:00 – The start of the show02:35 – Dr. Dolloff joins the show08:15 – The process of lab discovery to FDA product12:24 – Transitioning from faculty member to business owner19:23 – South Carolina’s growth into an innovative culture24:41 – Getting venture capitalist to invest in the state34:18 – Small business startup growth and dataTo learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Revolutionizing PTSD TreatmentAccording to the National Center for PTSD, about 6 of every 10 men (or 60%) and 5 of every 10 women (or 50%) experience at least one trauma in their lives. Some people may recover within a few months after the event, but for others it may take years or may even begin long after the events occur.On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, Jesse and Kevin speak to Robert Adams, M.D. and Amber Jarnecke, Ph.D. Adams, is the creator of Zeriscope, a novel wearable device that connects PTSD patients in real-time with therapists, providing them valuable information and experience in exposure therapy. One of the core clinical psychologists studying Zeriscope’s uses in telemedicine, Jarnecke discusses the future of this technology and how it’s being used currently in revolutionizing trauma treatment.    00:00 The Start02:08 Dr. Adams and Dr. Jarnecke join the show04:46 Finding different uses and applications for new ideas10:05 How exposure therapy works and is studied13:54 The intensity of exposure therapy for patients18:09 The outcomes of their clinical therapy trial22:23 What the equipment looks like and how it’s worn27:37 What it’s like as a clinician getting real-time feedback from patientsTo learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation