HealthTech Check Up

On this episode of Health Tech Checkup , host Rachel Gallant and co-host Perry Dimas, revisit the world of wearables and how technology is shaping the way we engage with our health. From step counting to hydration tracking, they discuss the importance of keeping it simple for users across all ages and tech savviness. In this episode: The Fitbit Dilemma: Are some wearables too complex for their own...

On this episode of Health Tech Checkup , host Rachel Gallant and co-host Perry Dimas sit down with Alyssa Foster, co-founder of 4Front Strategic Partners, to uncover the world of reimbursement consulting for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. She discusses how her background in both payer and provider settings gives her a unique perspective on the intricacies of claims processing, c...

On this episode of Health Tech Checkup , host Rachelle Galant and co-host Perry Dimas take you into the world of precision medicine, alongside two leaders in the field—Stephane Budel and Megan Nacar from DeciBio. This deep dive into diagnostics, personalized treatments, and cutting-edge technology highlights how these advancements are transforming healthcare. In this episode, we cover: How diagnos...

Ever wonder why doctors seem more focused on their computers than their patients? Dr. Suzanne Weiss pulls back the curtain on the real challenges healthcare professionals face with technology—and how we can fix them.  In this episode of Health Tech Checkup , hosts Rachelle Galant and Perry Dimas sit down with Dr. Suzanne Weiss, a seasoned physician and healthcare IT consultant with over 25 years o...

In this episode of HealthTech Check Up , hosts Rachel Gallant and Perry Dimas dive into the incredible world of wearables—tech that’s revolutionizing how we monitor, manage, and improve our health every day. The duo explores how wearables are helping individuals monitor everything from heart rate to sleep quality. They also discuss the potential of integrating wearable data into healthcare systems...

What happens when you leave the Doctor’s office with a new prescription in hand, but beyond the basics, you’re left in the dark? In today’s episode, we’ll explore the role of technology in empowering patients—making it easier for them to understand their treatments, manage their conditions, and navigate the complexities of healthcare with confidence.  Our guest today is Louis Savant*, Director of...

In this episode of HealthTech Check Up , hosts Rachel Gallant and Perry Dimas take a deep dive into the complexities of healthcare re-enrollment and the often-overlooked process of reverification. As fall approaches, many people are gearing up for healthcare re-enrollment, but what about the lesser-known reverification process? Perry sheds light on what it entails, drawing from his experience in t...

Enjoy this re-release of on our earlier episodes!  Bridging the gap between medical innovation and administrative support services to provide faster access to care and streamline processes for patients, providers, and payers, is what today’s episode is all about!  Our first guest to the show is Andrew Mignatti, CEO and co-founder of careviso, a revolutionary healthcare company. With over 20 years...

Our next mini-series: Integrated Healthcare, starts today. We are thrilled to welcome Claudia Stemple, RN, Principal, Independent Consultant for Stemple Medical Consulting Inc.and expert in implementing hub services within the pharmaceutical and diagnostic industries.  Claudia shares her insights on the critical role hub services play in assisting patients and providers with determining coverage f...

Our next mini-series: Integrated Healthcare, starts today.  Our guest today is Jay Seemann, the Vice President of Market Access and Value at Beigene. He joins us today to discuss the development of patient service models that improve access to specialty medicines. Jay shares his extensive experience and insights into the evolving role of patient service centers, or hubs, in healthcare. We dive int...

Today’s episode explores the evolution of patient service center hubs, with our special guest, Bobbi Buell, Principal at onPoint Oncology LLC. Bobbi recounts the early days of patient assistance programs, which started as simple applications for financial aid, and how she revolutionized the industry over 20 years ago by introducing comprehensive case management. We also discuss: How technology has...

Continuing with our mini-series about the Blockers of HealthTech, we had guest Jason Long, the CEO of Tangent Solutions. In this second part of our engaging conversation, Jason dives into his software development and UX design background, sharing how a strong user experience (UX) can significantly impact the adoption and effectiveness of technology.  Jason explains how great UX can lead to a 900%...

Continuing with our mini-series about the Blockers of HealthTech, we had guest Jason Long, the CEO of Tangent Solutions. In this first part of our engaging conversation, we dive deep into the critical challenges plaguing the healthcare industry, from the radiology sector to post-acute care. Jason shares his insights on the evolution of healthcare issues since 2006, focusing on the devastating impa...

Today we are releasing a precursor to our upcoming conversation with Jason Long, CEO of Tangent Solutions. Enjoy!

Continuing with our mini-series: HealthTech Blockers–What are the factors that hold back the advancements of Health Tech?  Our guest today is Brandon Blais , Chief Technology Officer at careviso. Brandon introduces the acronym "FLUFFED" to encapsulate the key obstacles: Finances, Lack of technical expertise, Unfocused priorities, Friction, Flexibility, Frustration and Entry barriers. Oka...

Our next mini-series: HealthTech Blockers, starts today. What are the factors that hold back the advancements of Health Tech?  Our guest today is Adam Buckalew, founder of alb solutions and former Deputy Health Policy Director for U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. In this episode, Adam shares his insights on the pivotal role he played in negotiating the No Surprises A...

Bridging the gap between medical innovation and administrative support services to provide faster access to care and streamline processes for patients, providers, and payers, is what today’s episode is all about!  Our first guest to the show is Andrew Mignatti, CEO and co-founder of careviso, a revolutionary healthcare company. With over 20 years of experience in the laboratory and healthcare indu...

HealthTech Perspectives continues on with the Patient Perspective (and a POV that is highly relatable). We delve into the often murky waters of healthcare costs and patient experiences. Shockingly, while 95% of individuals believe healthcare providers should disclose costs upfront, only 17% actually receive estimates. This discrepancy highlights a significant gap in the current healthcare system....

Continuing with our inaugural mini-series, HealthTech Perspectives, and this week we delve into the often overlooked, Health Plan Payer perspective. We highlight the reality of health plans often being viewed as billing entities, and members interacting with them only when faced with challenges or issues. One of the main things people think of is the lack of transparency and trust between members...

Continuing with our inaugural mini-series, HealthTech Perspectives, and this week we delve into the trending topic of the ancillary Provider’s Experience, such as pharmaceutical manufacturers, laboratories, and imaging centers. We reminisce about the past, recalling the strong connections between physicians and sales representatives, highlighting the crucial role of networking within the medical c...

Welcome to HealthTech Check Up--the innovative podcast series brought to you by careviso! In our inaugural mini-series, HealthTech Perspectives, we delve into the trending topic of the Physician Experience. We talk through the challenges Physicians face in navigating the complexities of various health insurance plans, leading to frustrations and limitations in delivering an ideal patient experienc...