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We bring the "titans of healthcare" together for a panel-like discussion on BIG topics within healthcare. Come listen as the most successful healthcare founders and leaders share their thoughts.

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November 26, 2024Episode 2345 min

#23 - Harnessing AI for Better Outcomes and Personalization

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.Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/

November 22, 2024Episode 2224 min

#22 - AI's Role in Healthcare Transformation at HLTH 2024

Our guests: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.Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/

November 14, 2024Episode 2113 min

#21 - Empowering Consumer-Centric AI in Healthcare Innovation

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.Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/

August 21, 2024Episode 2053 min

#20 - AI-Powered Healthcare: Optimizing Clinical Workflows & Patient Care

Our guests:Dr. Tina Shah, Chief Clinical Officer at AbridgeJohn Beadle, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Aegis Ventures Moderated ByMissy Krasner, Gen AI Investor/Board AdvisorIn this episode, we discussed: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.Learn more about each Guest Company!Abridge https://www.abridge.com/Aegis Ventures https://aegisventures.com/Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/

July 16, 2024Episode 1941 min

#19 - Building Powerful Healthcare Brands: Insights from Industry Leaders

Our guests:Linda Smith, VP Marketing & Communications at ProgenyHealthBoh Hatter, Partner & CMO at Sage Growth PartnersSara Strom, VP Marketing at twenty30 healthIn this episode, we discussed: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.Learn more about each Guest Company!ProgenyHealth https://www.progenyhealth.com/Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/twenty30 health https://twenty30.health/Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://quantum-health.com/

July 9, 2024Episode 1855 min

#18 - AI Innovations in Healthcare: Insights from Gen AI Startup Leaders

Our guests:Dr. Khan Siddiqui, Founder & CEO at HOPPRMike Bourke, Co-Founder & CEO at Redesign HealthMissy Krasner, Venture Chair at Redesign HealthIn this episode, we discussed: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.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/Redesign Health https://www.redesignhealth.com/

July 2, 2024Episode 1731 min

#17 - Mastering Healthcare PR: Expert Strategies from John Hallock and Christina Farr

Our guests:John Hallock, Chief Communications Officer at Quantum HealthChristina Farr, Owner & Editorial Lead at Second Opinion Media In this episode, we discussed: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.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/Second Opinion Media https://secondopinion.media/

June 13, 2024Episode 1619 min

#16 - Food is Medicine: Insights from Industry Experts

Our guests:Lauren Barca, VP of Quality at 86 BordersBrian K. Jones, Product Manager at AssureCareIn this episode, we discussed: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.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/AssureCare https://assurecare.com/

April 30, 2024Episode 1551 min

#15 - AI Frontiers in Healthcare: Trends, Innovations, and Impacts with Dr. David Rhew and Fawad Butt

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 HealthIn this episode, we discussed: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.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/ Redesign Health https://www.redesignhealth.com/

March 28, 2024Episode 1448 min

#14 - Healthcare A.I. For Dummies

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/Redesign Health: https://www.redesignhealth.com/