Health Creators

Why does the current biomedical research system primarily favour Caucasian individuals? This week I am joined by Casper Barnes, the founder and CEO of AminoChain. He's actively working on rectifying this inequality through the creation of a blockchain-based platform that enables donors to monitor their samples and earn a share of the proceeds when they are utilised for commercial purposes. This wi...

What if you could control your brain through an app? We've all heard of Neuralink and although Elon is loved by a lot of people - I'm not sure all of those people would get brain surgery to get it implanted. So yes brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have the capability of fixing localized issues in the brain but having to go through the skull means that it's unlikely we will see the full potential o...

For a long time, WebMD has been the go to for people searching for answers on their symptoms. At it's peak (Q3 of 2016), WebMD was visited by over 192 million visitors per month. Now, with the emergence of AI and computer vision, Pierangelo Raiola and the XTRA Vision team are transforming symptom checking for both individuals and healthcare systems. Listen in as we explore how AI can answer precis...

What if we could strengthen our immunity to respiratory diseases by harnessing the power of our body's natural defenses? Nazlie, co-founder & CSO of Applied Biological Laboratories, is on a mission to supply quality respiratory treatments by strengthening barrier mucosal immunity using natural, anti-inflammatory formulas. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot for clinical trials https://www.neur...

What if you could put your brain into a computer? It might sound like sci-if but if you learn anything from this episode, you’ll learn that we’re not far from it. Hon is the founder and CEO of Cortical Labs, a moonshot startup that went viral on Reddit for training brain chips to play computer games. Tune in to find out the groundbreaking applications of brain chips in medicine, computing and huma...

Globally, there are an estimated 11 to 20 million cases of typhoid fever each year, leading to roughly 128,000 to 161,000 deaths (WHO, 2018). This disease is usually caused by Salmonella Typhi. But what if this same bacteria could be used to deliver therapeutic molecules directly to where they're needed in the body? Kristen Albright, CEO of Prokarium, joins myself in this episode to discuss the po...

Churchill once said Those who never change their minds, never change anything.' But how do we go about breaking dangerous habitual thought patterns? In this episode, Lissy (founder of Myndy) takes us through the inner workings of stress and how you can train your mental fitness in order to prevent burnout. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot for clinical trials https://www.neuroute.co/ Twitter: ht...

What if we built an AI that could hear mental illness? Early intervention for serious mental illness can prevent 4 times the number of deaths (Anderson, 2018). However, cases are often missed, as diagnoses require a lengthy process conducted by specialists. Edwin, founder & CEO of Psyrin, is on a mission to transform the way we treat serious mental illness through speech-based diagnostics powe...

Can we remove death from life? The term longevity is derived from the Latin word longaevitas, meaning long life. Today, longevity encompasses both a science and a movement that are intertwined with one another. In this episode, Simon and I discuss longevity, the 12 pillars of ageing and building a consumer healthcare startup to promote longevity for the masses. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot...

Omar Daniel, a serial entrepreneur and investor, shares his journey building Practice Unbound, scaling to a third of NHS GP clinics, and his current project using DNA to create personalised art. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot for clinical trials https://www.neuroute.co/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/livialifes LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/livialifes Guests: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...

The majority of seniors find it challenging to keep up with the rapid pace of technological advancement, making it unreasonable to expect them to manage their healthcare through apps and portals. This week, I am joined by Alex Harb (Founder/ CEO of Lena Health) dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors by streamlining healthcare accessibility through technology. Lena Health offers sen...

Approximately 2.2 billion people worldwide suffer from vision impairment or blindness, and out of these, at least 1 billion have vision problems that could have been prevented or have yet to be addressed. Among these cases, the primary culprits for global vision impairment and blindness are refractive errors and cataracts. (WHO, 2023) I am joined on this week’s episode with Shivang Dave, CEO and F...

An estimated 35-40 million individuals are in need of prosthetic devices to replace amputated limbs. (WHO, 2017) Despite the growing demand in this market, the typical time it takes for these patients to receive a custom prosthetic can be anywhere from 8 - 20 weeks (NCBI - 2020). Join us on this weeks episode of Health creators where I am joined by Steve Cook Founder and CEO of Taika3D. Steve's mi...

Most founders never reach product market fit. For heatlhcare founders, this challenge is more complex - building in a slow-moving landscape with complex stakeholders. In this week's episode, Peter Kecskemethy (Founder/CEO of Kheiron Medical), Rohit Rustagi, (Founder/COO of Alfie) and I define product market fit in Healthcare as well as how to reach it. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot for clini...

Mental health disorders including anxiety and depression impact 1 in 8 adults globally (WHO-2022). Despite the wide-scale impact, at present, it is estimated that patients wait more than 3 months before receiving a treatment (rcpsych-2022). Niklas is on a mission to help patients get better therapy results and experiences by using a smart interview tool, enabling them to provide their psychiatrist...

Do you need to have a science background to build a science company? In this week’s episode, Dr. Neel Patel (CEO/Founder at Zio Health), Nicole Lai (Healthcare VC) and I discuss the intricacies of building a life science startup, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of being a science entrepreneur. Connect with us: Neuroute - copilot for clinical trials https://www.neuroute.co/ Twitter: htt...

Typically, 67% of cancer patients live for 5 or more years after diagnosis ( Cancer. Net , 2021). During these years, it is common for their white blood cell count (WBC) to be lower due to the cancer and/ or medication they are being treated with. This can lead to lower quality of life as they are at higher risk of infection. (Mayo Clinic, 2022) In cancer treatment, infections come second as a maj...

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of patients are dissatisfied with their healthcare experiences? Even more concerning is the fact that 34% of these individuals admit to feeling inadequately informed about their personal health conditions ( Heath/ PEH, 2021 ) This is an issue that warrants immediate attention. Back in 2017, the World Health Organisation underlined the significance of refining co...

People have diverse microbial compositions that vary widely. It's unclear how these variations, both within an individual over time and between different individuals, impact health, disease onset, and progression. However, it's evident that shifts in the microbiome and its metabolites, and their interactions with the immune, endocrine, and nervous systems, are linked to numerous illnesses, includi...

Depression and anxiety affect up to 20% and 10% of patients with cancer respectively (Pitman et. al, 2018). And even after remission, it is estimated that a third of recovered cancer patients suffer from a mental health disorder (Geue et. al, 2018). Although mental health is often a forgotten factor, recent studies have demonstrated the impact of mental health in cancer outcomes. Gandolf Finke, fo...

Half of the world lacks access to essential health services (WHO-2017). For those that have insurance, medical claims can often be a lengthy process with 75% taking 2 months or longer (Klipfolio-2022). Sebastian is on a mission to reinvent the claims process with Hi. Health , a healthcare financial system that partners with insurance providers that flips the way we claim - allowing patients to pay...

More than 1 million sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are acquired every day worldwide, the majority of which are asymptomatic (WHO,2022). Each year there are an estimated 374 million new infections with 1 of 4 curable STIs: chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and trichomoniasis. STIs have a direct impact on sexual and reproductive health through stigmatization, infertility, cancers and pregnancy...

The worldwide prevalence of adult ADHD is estimated at 2.8% (Song-2021). While ADHD has traditionally been seen as a disability, more recently the normalization of the condition has led to increased self-diagnosis and the belief that ADHD is a 'superpower'. In this episode, Amisha Kalra - founder of Clicks, and part of Science Entrepreneur Club , answers our questions on ADHD and the importance of...

85% of women suffer from hormonal imbalances, with symptoms affecting their daily lives, energy levels, sleep, stress, emotions, body temperature, cognitive functions, and much more. Annabel is on a mission to transform hormonal health by using data points to provide precision nutrition for women. #ceo #podcast #healthtech #femalehealth Follow: Twitter: https://twitter.com/livialifes Linkedin: www...

Dr. Jeffrey Hausfeld is the CMO at Biofactura, and Managing Director of FMS Financial Solutions, a national debt collection and debt acquisition firm specializing in medical and multi-family housing debt collection. He is also the founder of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs, and takes an active roles in supporting physicians that want to transition into entrepreneurship. 👉 Watch Now: https:...