Healthy Talk

Our theme today is Geropsychology and Aging Population. Ageing impacts us all. In Singapore, the proportion of seniors aged 65 and above has surged from 1 in 10 a decade ago to about 1 in 6 today. In the next 10 years, it's projected to reach 1 in 4. This demographic shift underscores the need for robust support systems for the elderly. Today, we'll hear from Dr. Wayne Chong about Singapor...

Join me in ep 16 as I interview Sastya Wardani. Sastya has experience in corporate marketing and advertising, where some of the projects she ran women education programs. Sastya has been a strong advocate for empowering women with access to healthcare. She is the CEO and Co-founder of Plans , a modern women's personal assistant for fertility, bridging women and healthcare providers with a.n AI-pow...

Join me in ep 15 as I interview Dr Jaemin Park. Dr Park has two decades of experience in private markets investment, business development, and commercialization in the healthcare sector, with a focus on diagnostic services, hospital medicine, and cancer research. As a managing partner at Heal Venture Lab , he leads a venture builder community that brings capital and medical innovation to Asia Paci...

Join me in ep 14 as I interview Adj Prof Jack Wong. Jack has over 20 decades of experience in regulatory work across the Pharma and MedTech sector, in both academia and the industry. Some of the experiences he has accumulated - Founder of the Asia Regulatory Professionals Association , Adjunct Prof in numerous universities, book author, and CEO of RNAsncence (Biotech start-up spin off from Nanyang...

Join me in Ep 13 as I share updates on the health tech conferences and events happening in Singapore this September! We start off we one of the largest medtech conferences in Asia, MEDICAL FAIR ASIA 2024 , held in Singapore in September, where there were over 13,000 attendees coming in from across the globe. And health tech accelerator, Medtech Actuator , held their showcase for their origin progr...

Join me in ep 11 as I interviewed the Head of Emerging Biotech (Southeast Asia, Taiwan & Oceania) from Merck Life Science, Dr David Loong! Founded in 1668, Merck Life Science is the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company with three businesses focused on healthcare, life science and electronics. Dr David Loong holds a PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemisty from the Australian Nationa...

Join me in ep 11 as I interviewed founder of Resource Impactz , Soma Roy! Resource impactz is a HR consultancy firm that specializes in providing personalised HR audit services designed for startups and SMEs to help cut costs and boost operations long term. Soma has experiences in developing and implementing HR policies across APAC in Medtech and also Fintech. (0:00) Introduction (2:30) Advice to...

Join me in ep 10 as I interviewed co-founder and CEO of Oxford Nanopore, Gordon Sanghera, and SVP of Population Health & Precision Medicine, Kathleen Barnes, during their visit to Singapore earlier this week. (0:00) Introduction (1:42) About Oxford Nanopore (3:51) Applications in agriculture, food & environment (5:11) Collaboration with Ministry of Health Singapore (6:52) Collaboration wit...

Join me in ep 9 as I sit down with CEO of Oncode, Su Wen Lim. Su Wen shares several ways that precision medicine is changing cancer diagnosis & treatment; being at the forefronts of precision medicine in cancer diagnostics; and advice to aspiring scientists looking to make a change in healthcare. (0:00) Introduction (2:12) How precision medicine helps cancer diagnosis (2:57) Early detection of...

Join me in ep 8 as I sit down with Business Unit Leader of Osteopore, Frederick Ching. Frederick shares his experience doing business development for the orthopaedic line, main considerations to market entry, and his motivation for working in deep MedTech. Osteopore (ASX: OSX) is a Singapore-based company that 3d prints bioresorbable implants that support natural bone healing and reduce post-surge...

Join me in episode 7 as I sit down with the Co-founder and COO of Nexmedis, Matilda Narulita. Matilda shares insights on the challenges, opportunities, and impact of implementing innovative cloud-based solutions in her home market, Indonesia. ⁠Nexmedis⁠ is an Indonesian-based startup that streamlines operations and advances clinical services for medical facilities through its cloud-based Integrate...

Join me in episode 6 as I sit down with the Co-founder of HiCura, Cailin Ng, as we discuss the significance of representation in the industry. We talked about her personal experiences as a female founder and unique challenges she faces transitioning from a technical background to the role of a founder. HiCura is a Singapore-based startup that enhances care by improving the accuracy and success rat...

Join us in Episode 5 of our podcast series as we explore the pivotal role of free online courses in shaping and advancing careers in the dynamic field of medical technology (medtech). Discover how accessible learning, specialized training, networking opportunities, career advancement, and a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship through online courses are revolutionizing the landscape of medtech...

In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of Free Generative AI on the lives of the elderly in Asia. Discover how advanced AI technology is enhancing cognitive abilities, promoting social connection, providing personalized health support, and fostering independence for aging individuals. Join us on a journey through innovative AI solutions tailored for the elderly pop...

Join me in Episode 3 as we delve into the profound impact of Asia's rapidly aging population. By 2050, over 25% of the region's population will be aged 60 or above, presenting unique challenges and opportunities. Discover how countries like Japan, South Korea, Singapore, China, and Taiwan are navigating this demographic shift through innovative solutions in healthcare, urban design, workfo...

Explore the transformative impact of 3D printing in healthcare on this episode. Discover how this cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing prosthetics by providing personalized solutions, improving surgical planning with intricate 3D models, and advancing regenerative medicine by facilitating tissue regeneration. Join us as we delve into the future possibilities of 3D printing in medical technol...

Join me on a journey into the world of cutting-edge elderly care innovations in Singapore! Discover how AI, robotics, and smart home technologies are revolutionizing senior care, providing comfort, companionship, and safety. From robotic therapy pets to smart sensors in public housing, these advancements are reshaping how we care for our seniors. Tune in to uncover the latest developments in elder...

"Healthy Talk" is a podcast hosted by Natasha Zaman that explores the intersection of medicine and technology, focusing on medical devices. With expertise in healthcare business development and marketing, Natasha discusses the latest breakthroughs and interviews industry pioneers. This podcast is a platform for professionals and enthusiasts interested in the transformative power of technology in h...