Marcus Whitney & Vic Gatto

Health:Further

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Every week, healthcare VCs and Jumpstart Health Investors co-founders Vic Gatto and Marcus Whitney review and unpack the happenings in US Healthcare, finance, technology and policy. With a firm belief that our healthcare system is doomed without entrepreneurship, they work through the mud to find the jewels, highlight headwinds and tailwinds, and bring on the smartest guests to fill in the gaps.

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Marcus Whitney & Vic Gatto

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Health

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jumpstarthealth.co

Latest episode

Jul 4, 2026

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Episodes

72 - Shocking $1 Billion Donation Erases Med School Tuition for Students 15.07.2024

In this episode of Health Further, hosts Vic and Marcus discuss a range of topics, including recent positive economic data, healthcare developments, venture capital, and artificial intelligence. They cover the impact of inflation on the stock market, unemployment rates, and the Federal Reserve's potential actions. They also explore issues in commercial real estate, the acquisition of a healthcare...

71 - What the Overturning of Chevron Doctrine Means for You! 06.07.2024

This episode reviews significant healthcare and financial news, including a Wall Street Journal article on the second quarter market performance, focusing on AI companies and their impact. They discuss key healthcare mergers and acquisitions, such as United Health Group's deals and potential regulatory hurdles. The episode also covers the implications of the recent Supreme Court decisions, particu...

70 - Surgeon General's Bold Move: Gun Violence and Social Media Under Fire! 30.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including the economic impact of rising hospital prices, the challenges faced by pharmacies like Rite Aid and Walgreens, advancements in healthcare AI, policy changes on gun violence and social media by the Surgeon General, and recent venture capital trends in healthcare. We also explore the integration of healthcare systems like Kaiser Permanente's...

69 - Are Your Kids Safe? Instagram Targeting 13-Year-Olds w/ Explicit Content 20.06.2024

In this episode, we bring you insights from the Aspen Ideas Health Conference, covering a spectrum of critical issues. We discuss Nvidia's rapid rise and its impact on the AI landscape, the startling allegations of Instagram targeting 13-year-olds with explicit content, and the Surgeon General's call for social media warning labels. We delve into healthcare innovations like Amazon Pharmacy's new M...

68 - How Advanced Screening Saved My Life | A Candid Talk with My Cardiologist 19.06.2024

In this episode, we welcome Dr. John Riddick, a leading cardiologist, to discuss the latest advancements in heart health. We explore preventive cardiology, the importance of cholesterol management, and the role of advanced screening techniques like CT angiograms in detecting and managing heart disease. Dr. Riddick shares insights from his extensive experience, offering practical advice on maintain...

67 - The End of Cable News? How Social Media is Dominating Politics 16.06.2024

In Episode 67, we discuss former President Trump's conviction, his PR run post-conviction, and his appearance on Logan Paul's podcast. We delve into the influence of social media on elections, comparing Obama's and Biden's social media presence and the decline of cable TV's influence. The episode also covers the democratization of media, the impact of social media on political strategies, and the...

66 - Wealth in America | MDMA | Hot VC Markets | Covid Lessons | NVIDIA’s Software Play 09.06.2024

In Episode 66, Vic and Marcus discuss rhinovirus and personal healthcare experiences, advanced healthcare technology and diagnostics, wealth inequality and economic trends, and the Federal Reserve's economic impact. We analyze American household wealth and trends in freight and shipping volume. The episode also covers recent venture capital deals in healthcare, the FDA's decision on MDMA therapy f...

65 - Medicaid Rates Jump Higher | Cancer’s Impact | Google’s Healthcare AI in EMEA 01.06.2024

In this episode, we cover a wide, including recent changes in Medicaid policy, economic trends affecting the healthcare sector, cybersecurity issues, developments in AI technology, IVF funding, range of topics and MedTech deals, the landscape of physician groups, recent news involving high-profile court cases, and innovative market strategies.  ------🔎RESOURCES🔎 9:19 -  Rising Bond Yields Weigh...

64 - VC Heats Up w/ 18 New Deals, Doctors Reach Breaking Point, Asthma Cured? 27.05.2024

This episode covers the opioid epidemic in Baltimore, AI's impact in healthcare, remote patient monitoring benefits for heart failure, AI diagnostic discrepancies in breast cancer among black women, the health consequences of anger, the gender pay gap in medicine, the loss of drugstores and its effects on health equity, GSK's asthma drug, Banner Health's OR efficiency through AI, and Epic's open-s...

63 - At the Intersection of Healthcare & Technology: A Conversation w/ Steve Lieber 22.05.2024

In this compelling episode of Health Further, we sit down with Steve Lieber, a venerated figure in healthcare technology and association management. With a career spanning decades, including a significant tenure as CEO at HIMSS, Steve shares his journey through the evolution of healthcare IT, his insightful observations on the state of healthcare technology today, and his involvement in pioneering...

62 - Kitty Roars w/ Goldilocks CPI, Guest Host gives Hospital Perspective, Dueling AI 19.05.2024

In this episode, Paul Kappelman steps in as a guest host, bringing his rich background in healthcare operations and leadership to the table. As we examine a wide array of topics, from groundbreaking AI developments to the economics of healthcare, Paul's insights illuminate the complex landscape of healthcare innovation and management. His experiences, ranging from running a successful fertility se...

61 - The Future of Healthcare: AI, Innovation, and Impact with Ambar Bhattacharyya 15.05.2024

In this episode, Vic & Marcus sit down with Ambar Bhattacharya, managing partner at Maverick Ventures and a fellow member of the Aspen Health Innovators Fellowship, to dive deep into the burgeoning intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare. With the landscape of healthcare innovation evolving at an unprecedented pace, Ambar shares his unique insights gleaned from years at the fore...

60 - Job Loss, Ascension Disrupted, Gene Therapy Cures, CRISPR, AI Friends 14.05.2024

This episode unravels the potential and challenges of AI and gene therapy, exploring groundbreaking treatments for diseases like sickle cell anemia, the profound connections between AI and healthcare, and the transformation of the job market due to AI advancements. Join our hosts as they dissect major health and tech news, including significant investments in AI by leading companies, the augmentat...

59 - Food As Medicine w/ Lauren Driscoll 08.05.2024

Vic interviews guest expert Lauren Driscoll, CEO of NourishedRx, To learn about the importance of personalized nutrition in achieving health equity. NourishRx provides nutrition and food access to vulnerable populations, integrating with various partners to deliver tailored programs. By addressing food insecurity, NourishRx aims to improve health outcomes, drive down medical costs, and enhance pat...

58 - Walmart Health Centers Closed, Marijuana Reclassified, South Bans Abortion, Kaiser's AI 05.05.2024

In this episode, Vic and Marcus dive deep into the intersection of tech, healthcare, and AI advancements, shedding light on how these developments are reshaping the way we approach health, coding, and our daily lives. From exploring the latest in AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot Workspace to discussing the ethical and practical implications of AI in medicine, this episode offers a comprehensive...

57 - Understanding Heart Disease w/ Cardiac Surgery Dr. Seenu Reddy 02.05.2024

In this insightful episode, join us as we delve into the complexities of heart disease with Dr. Reddy, a cardiac surgeon with over two decades of experience. From understanding the early onset of heart disease to discussing its treatment options, including the revolutionary TAVR procedure and the promising future of cardiac care, this episode is packed with invaluable knowledge. Whether you're cur...

56 - Humana $741m, Optum Layoffs, FTC Bans Noncompete, Hip Fracture Survival Lower Than Cancer 27.04.2024

In this solo episode, we dive into the latest economic indicators revealing disappointing U.S. GDP growth and what it means for the Fed, the Biden administration, and the healthcare industry amidst an election year. We explore significant healthcare deals, including telehealth advancements and AI contributions to medical billing, alongside payer news highlighting earnings and Medicaid updates. The...

 55 - United and Elevance Earnings, PE Risk Index, Healthcare LLM Rankings, Atlas Robot 20.04.2024

In this episode, Marcus and Vic dive into the heart of healthcare innovation, economic dynamics, and the growing intersection of artificial intelligence in medicine. The conversation spans the gamut from heart care advancements that personalize and improve patient outcomes to the broader implications of economic policies on healthcare accessibility and affordability. Our exploration doesn't stop t...

54 - Behind the Numbers: A Dive into Healthcare's Financial Trends w/ Emily Evans 19.04.2024

In this episode, Vic, Marcus, and Emily Evans (Managing Director at Hedgeye Risk Management, LLC) dive deep into healthcare policy, focusing on the seismic shifts within the Medicare Advantage landscape. They unravel the complexities surrounding UnitedHealth Group’s latest financials, dissecting the impacts of demographic shifts, policy changes, and earnings reports on the Medicare Advantage progr...

53 - Inflation Fears, Healthcare’s Discharge Gap, The Aging Baby Boomer Impact 14.04.2024

In this episode, Vic and Marcus explore key trends in business, healthcare, cryptocurrency, and AI. They start by analyzing economic indicators, new Alzheimer's treatment, the impact of AI on healthcare and finance, and the significant impact of an aging population as baby boomers reach retirement age on healthcare, social security, and the workforce. We also examine challenges in healthcare admin...

52 - The Future of Health Benefits - Noah Lang's Quest for Equitable Healthcare 11.04.2024

This eye-opening episode of Health Further dives deep with Noah Lang, Stride Health's CEO, as he sheds light on revolutionizing health benefits for the gig economy. Noah discusses Stride Health's origins, challenges within the healthcare industry, and the groundbreaking strides towards portable benefits. With stats showcasing the growing independent workforce and changing employer landscapes, Noah...

51 - New Diagnostics, Aegis Ventures, HHS’ Resiliency Plan, Molina and Cityblock, Ozempic’s Growth, Diet as Psychiatric Treatment 07.04.2024

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the complexities of the healthcare system and the stock market's vagaries. It doesn't stop there; the conversation extends into the terrain of cybersecurity in healthcare, the role of private equity in healthcare provision, and the intriguing potential of dietary approaches to mental health treatment. With a blend of engaging discussions on current trends, pol...

50 - VC, M&A and IPO Markets, Steward Health, Anthropic, Stability AI, and the White House AI Roadmap 30.03.2024

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the treasury and the deficit, new VC deals, M&A and IPO Markets, Steward Health's provider group potentially being purchased by Optum, Amazon's investment in Anthropic, Stability AI's founder departure, and the White House AI Roadmap Please check out our Episode Resources below: ------🔎RESOURCES🔎 The $27 Trillion Treasury Market Is Only Getting Bigger (W...

49 - Doveish Fed, Reddit IPO, Elevance, CMS Approves GLP-1, Nvidia, Apple, & Microsoft 25.03.2024

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the FOMC meeting, the Reddit IPO, Elevance acquiring from Kroger, more GLP-1 moves, and a big AI rundown including NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Google and Ray Kurzweil. Please check out our Episode Resources below: ------🔎RESOURCES🔎 Fed Officials Still See Three Interest-Rate Cuts This Year, Buoying Stocks (WSJ) Reddit stock soars in highly anticipated market d...

48 - State of Union, GLP-1 Rundown, HIMSS is Fading, AI Software Engineer: Devin 15.03.2024

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss President Biden's State of the Union Address, the latest on the ChangeHealthcare situation, a rundown of GLP-1 updates, the waning influence of HIMSS and updates on the AI front, including a new AI software engineer called Devin.  Please check out our Episode Resources below: ------🔎RESOURCES🔎 Inflation Picks Up to 3.2%, Slightly Hotter Than Expected (WSJ) W...

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