Health:Further

In this episode, Vic and guest host Emily Evans explore a variety of pressing topics, including the sharp rise in food prices and its implications for inflation, the Federal Reserve’s challenges with managing interest rates, and the historical context of government fiscal policy. They also discuss innovative ventures like Lindus Health's clinical trials reform, ELOS AI's behavioral health scribing...

In this episode of Health Further , hosts Vic speak with Talha Haseen from Fathom, an AI-driven medical coding company. They explore Talha's journey from chemical engineering to healthcare strategy at McKinsey, his work on the No Surprises Act at Envision Healthcare, and his transition to Fathom. The conversation covers the evolution of AI in medical coding, its implications for healthcare adminis...

Economic implications of the jobs report and inflation trends, how bond yields are shaping global markets, and the impact of AI on mid-level job markets. They analyze JP Morgan's office return mandate, Meta's corporate shifts, and major VC and healthcare developments like Eli Lilly's new venture fund with Andreessen Horowitz. The episode concludes with insights into challenges in Medicare Advantag...

Vic and Marcus delve into the catastrophic fires ravaging Los Angeles, the broader implications of AI-driven workforce automation, and structural changes in the job market. They analyze the evolving social contract between corporations and society, the complex challenges in healthcare efficiency and profitability, and the role of regulatory environments in stifling or fostering innovation. The dis...

Vic and Marcus discuss the slow news week following the holidays, covering topics like the stock market's strong performance over the past two years compared to healthcare's stagnation, the impact of Medicare Advantage and pharmacy costs, and cyber security concerns in healthcare. They delve into longevity and wealth disparities, explore General Catalyst’s acquisitions targeting Epic, and evaluate...

Vic hosts an insightful discussion with Joel Portice, CEO of egnite , delving into the transformative role of data and AI in revolutionizing cardiovascular care. Joel shares his journey of leading five successful healthcare data companies, including the genesis and rapid growth of egnite , spun out from Edwards Life Sciences. They explore how egnite 's flagship platform, Cardio Care, uses advanced...

Vic and Marcus dive into the major economic and political shifts defining the year, including the Fed's interest rate cut, its implications for inflation and job growth, and the ongoing healthcare regulatory reforms targeting PBMs. They discuss groundbreaking innovations in AI-powered healthcare, VR solutions for chronic pain, and brain-computer interfaces. The episode also explores the intersecti...

In this episode of the "Health Further" podcast, hosts Vic and Marcus dive into an array of compelling topics, including Marcus's reflections on his competitive jiu-jitsu journey, the latest inflation trends and Federal Reserve decisions, the evolving corporate real estate market, and breakthrough ventures in healthcare like bioelectric medicine and AI for clinicians. They also discuss critical so...

In this episode, Vic and Marcus delve into pressing topics in the healthcare and technology industries, starting with the shocking murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson and its implications on the healthcare sector and social media's role in societal discourse. They analyze key economic updates, including Jerome Powell’s comments on interest rates, the rise of concierge medicine with Solus Hea...

0:57 - The Fed’s Favorite Inflation Measure Sped Up in October NYT 2:05 - Fed Minutes Signal More Caution on Cuts if Inflation Progress Stalls WSJ 2:30 - Office Conversions Find New Life After Property Values Plunge WSJ 5:03 - Autism provider Cortica gets $80M in strategic round to expand VBC contracts Fierce Healthcare 7:06 - Aegis Ventures' digital consortium continues to grow with sights set on...

3:50 - Fed’s Powell Says No Need to Hurry Rate Cuts With Economy Strong 6:55 - Rent Inflation Won’t Ebb Until 2026, Cleveland Fed Model Shows 8:38 - TailorMed raises $40M for medical cost assistance 10:45 - Zarminali Health scores $40M seed from GC 12:26 - Oura picks up $75M series D, inks strategic partnership with Dexcom  15:02 - Seen Health raises $22M Series A for culturally-focused PACE 16:01...

In this episode of Health Further , hosts Marcus and Vic welcome returning guest Steve Lieber and new guest Bruce Brandes to discuss the evolving landscape of smart hospital technology. The conversation explores the creation and goals of the Alliance for Smart Healthcare Excellence, the development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, and the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Steve a...

2:18 - Inflation Stays Firm, but Not Enough to Derail December Fed Cut WSJ 7:28 - Summa Health and General Catalyst’s HATCo sign Definitive Agreement to advance vision for future of healthcare delivery Summa Health 10:55 - Fort Health Secures $5.5M to Expand Access to Integrated Pediatric Mental Health Care MedCity News 12:02 - Stepful raises $31.5M to address healthcare staffing shortage with AI-...

In this episode, hosts Vic and Marcus interview Rohit Banota, discussing his journey from working at Procter & Gamble to founding Jump Accelerator, a platform that empowers women-led beauty startups. They explore strategies for building profitable, sustainable brands, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer wants versus needs, creating loyal superfans, and developing effective fun...

In this milestone episode, recorded the day after a significant election, Vic and Marcus delve into the outcomes and implications of the presidential and Senate races, discussing the impact on markets, including the Russell 2000’s response and big tech and cryptocurrency reactions. They explore anticipated shifts in venture capital, the role of influencers like RFK Jr. in healthcare, deregulation'...

In this episode, Vic hosts Sergei Polevikov, founder of Well.ai and author of the Health AI Uncut newsletter, to discuss the evolution of AI in healthcare and finance. Sergei shares his journey from Belarus to working at the Federal Reserve, exploring how his math expertise led him to Wall Street, where he focused on AI and machine learning. He explains the challenges he faced starting Well.ai, ai...

In this episode of Health Further , host Vic sits down with Anna Haghgooie from Vouchercis to discuss her journey in venture capital, her role in building the Blue Venture Fund, and her insights on healthcare innovation. Anna shares her experience bringing together Blue Cross Blue Shield plans to invest in healthcare improvement and highlights her work at Vouchercis, where she focuses on deploying...

2:16 - Deficit Threat Drives Bond Yields Higher 4:43 - U.S. Economic Growth Extends Solid Streak 5:30 - The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Cooled Overall in September 6:56 - Bosses Are Calling Workers Back to the Office. That’s Good News for Landlords. 7:44 - Visa Plans to Lay Off Around 1,400 Employees and Contractors 9:24 - An update from Drew Dropbox 9:58 - Google’s Cloud Business Powers Accel...

Shawn Dastmalchi, CEO, Gratia Health Mr. Shawn Dastmalchi, Ph. D., is a serial entrepreneur and the current CEO of Gratia Health, a company specializing in workforce intelligence and optimization in healthcare. He is also the Founder and Director of Data Expanse Ventures, a firm that advises early-stage digital health startups in Silicon Valley. With over 25 years of experience spanning life scien...

In this episode, Vic and Marcus sit down with David Dill, CEO of LifePoint Health, to discuss LifePoint’s approach to healthcare in smaller communities, emphasizing partnerships and local impact. David shares insights on LifePoint’s transition from a public to private company under Apollo, which enabled long-term investments in areas like rehabilitation, behavioral health, and data management. The...

2:11 - U.S. Economy Again Leads the World, IMF Says 4:36 - Simple Economic Explanations Keep Breaking Down. Here’s Why. 7:54 - A Small Bank’s Failure Leaves Big Depositors Feeling the Pain 11:13 - Home Sales on Track for Worst Year Since 1995 12:39 - Counsel Health secures $11M in seed funding led by a16z 13:25 - Dyania Health raises $10M for clinical trial recruitment LLM 16:24 - OneStep Secures...

In this episode, Marcus and Vic are joined by healthcare policy expert Emily Evans for a detailed Q3 2024 review. They discuss the rising challenges in Medicare, driven by an aging population and increased healthcare utilization, along with the growing costs in employer-sponsored health insurance. Emily highlights key trends such as Medicaid redeterminations and their impact on healthcare provider...

Marcus & Vic discuss key economic trends - inflation, disinflation, & Wall Street bank earnings, alongside the impact of rising credit card debt & healthcare layoffs. Venture capital, particularly Series B funding, & highlight innovations in AI for healthcare, including virtual digestive care, AI-powered psychiatry, & home testing solutions. The growing role of AI in healthcare...

In this episode, Vic interviews Miriam Paramore, founder of RxUtility, about her extensive background in healthcare technology and her new venture aimed at improving medication affordability. They discuss the role of pharmaceutical copay coupons, highlighting the $10 billion in savings available to consumers annually, with specific mention of discounts for high-cost drugs like Ozempic and other GL...

In this episode, Marcus and Vic are joined by Jenna Paldino, a healthcare lobbyist and founder of Paladino Advocates. They discuss Jenna’s work in lobbying for healthcare, including the influence of public policy, the impact of lobbying at both state and federal levels, and the importance of building relationships with legislators. Jenna provides insights on how startups can engage with lawmakers,...