HIT Like a Girl Pod: Empowering Women in Health IT

In this episode, Joy Rios is joined by Cindy Jordan, co-founder and CEO of Pyx Health. Cindy shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind Pyx Health's mission to combat loneliness, highlighting the profound impact of social isolation on mental well-being. Together, they explore the absence of a formal diagnosis for loneliness in healthcare and the role of technology in both exacerbating...

In this episode, Joy welcomes Andrea Daugherty, Head of Digital Health at SHI International. Andrea shares her journey from caregiver to healthcare executive, highlighting the challenges and bold moves that shaped her career. The discussion spans from navigating male-dominated spaces to the critical importance of cybersecurity in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. With insights into workforce...

In this episode, Joy welcomes back Dr. Adaira Landry and introduces Dr. Resa E. Lewiss for a conversation about navigating the ever-changing landscape of the workplace. With their new book, "MicroSkills: Small Actions, Big Impact," Landry and Lewiss provide essential guidance for individuals entering the workforce, focusing on practical strategies for success. Drawing from their experiences as eme...

In this episode, Joy delves into the complexities of healthcare with Carrie Kozlowski, co-founder and COO of Upfront Healthcare. Carrie discusses Upfront's mission to guide patients to the care they need, addressing barriers to access and striving to transform healthcare. Emphasizing personalized engagement and leveraging technology as a conduit, they explore how to empower patients and remove fri...

In this episode, Joy delves into the complex world of pediatric mental health care with guest Naomi Allen, CEO and co-founder of Brightline. Naomi shares her journey from a personal crisis with her son to founding Brightline, the first national pediatric mental health solution. Amidst a growing crisis, Naomi discusses the profound shortage of clinicians and the barriers families face in accessing...

In this episode, Joy sits down with Larissa DAndrea, Head of Global Impact Programs at ResMed, a leading sleep apnea medical technology company. Larissa shares insights into ResMed's initiatives in the healthcare space, emphasizing their focus on amplifying underrepresented voices and empowering patients through innovative digital tools. Through engaging storytelling and impactful art installation...

In this episode, Joy sits down with Stacy Fox, VP of Sales at Health Gorilla and a seasoned healthcare industry professional, who shares her unique insights and personal journey within the complex world of healthcare. With a background that includes a heartfelt connection to Children's Hospital Colorado driven by her brother's experience with Down Syndrome, Fox delves into the challenges and trium...

In this episode, Joy Rios welcomes Dr. Jhaimy Fernandez, a family medicine resident and digital health equity leader, and Betty Villantay, an aspiring physician and advocate in the digital health equity space. The episode delves into the complexities of healthcare, with a particular focus on digital health equity and the challenges of telemedicine, especially in underserved communities. Dr. Fernan...

In this episode, Joy welcomes multifaceted health IT expert Juliette Nwagbara, who shares her journey and contributions to the field of health IT. Juliette wears numerous hats as a project manager at a health IT AI company, an instructor in health IT at UT Austin, and the founder of RHIA Essential, where she prepares future professionals for the RHIA certification. She discusses the significance o...

In this episode, Joy Rios welcomes Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a dedicated physician, mother, and health equity advocate. Dr. Curry-Winchell shares her impactful journey in the medical field, focusing on advocating for historically excluded and underserved communities of color. Through her multifaceted role, which includes being a medical contributor, TEDx speaker, and creator of the "Beyond Clinical...

Welcome to HITea With Grace’s “Fund Like a Girl” series where we're thrilled to feature Cheryl Cheng, founder of Vive Collective, a dynamic VC in health IT. Join us as Cheryl shares her career journey that led to Vive Collective and delves into the Vive Collective survey conducted via LinkedIn, revealing the top 4 "Digital Health Mafia Companies" and sharing surprising findings. Listen in as Chery...

In this episode, Joy Rios explores the complexities of the healthcare industry with guest Katy Allen, EVP, Managing Director at Bounteous, a digital experience company. They discuss how the industry is filled with various point solutions that need integration into a cohesive platform. Katy highlights the roles of caregivers, both always-on caregivers and crisis caregivers, and the challenges they...

In this episode of HITea With Grace’s “Fund Like a Girl”, we have a very special guest - Halle Tecco - a pioneering VC in the health IT space.  In this episode, Halle shares her career journey, insights into the evolving healthcare landscape, and invaluable advice for women venturing into healthcare entrepreneurship and venturing into venture. She discusses key challenges and effective strategies,...

In this episode, Joy Rios explores the complexities of healthcare with her guests, Lindsey Williams and Megan Henken, co-founders of MyUTI. MyUTI is a platform that offers advanced testing for urinary tract infections (UTIs) from the comfort of one's home. Lindsey and Megan emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis for UTIs, especially in the face of rising antibiotic-resistant infections. Th...

In this episode welcomes a very special guest, Andrea Fletcher, the Chief Digital Strategy Officer at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Andrea provides insight into her pioneering role in establishing an agency digital service team within CMS and shares how her team, often referred to as a "SWAT team" for government technology, solves complex challenges in the healthcare sector...

In this episode, Joy welcomes Carly Olsten, Senior Marketing Manager at Health Gorilla, to discuss her journey from marketing tires to healthcare. Carly shares insights into her career path, her experiences in different industries, and the challenges of marketing in the healthcare sector. They delve into the importance of effective messaging and communication in healthcare marketing, with Carly hi...

In this enlightening episode of the "HIT Like a Girl" podcast, host Joy Rios engages in a profound discussion with Kenzie Butera Davis, CEO and Founder of Maro. The conversation delves into the intricate intersections of healthcare, education, and mental health, particularly focusing on Maro’s innovative approach to screening and supporting mental health in children. Kenzie shares her inspiring jo...

In this episode, Joy interviews Avery Haller, TEFCA Advocate and former Executive Director of Strategy and Partnerships at Health Gorilla, who shares her fascinating journey from anthropology major to public health and health tech. Avery discusses the crucial need for infrastructural changes in healthcare, emphasizing the power of data in transforming public health and patient care. The episode al...

In this episode, Joy interviews Saumya Rawat, the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Pharmesol, a startup pioneering the development of an AI-enabled pharmacy assistant. Pharmesol's mission is to automate the frequently-held conversations that pharmacists engage in with patients about their medications, from proper usage to managing side effects, through text-based interactions. Saumya shares...

In this special episode, host Joy Rios welcomes a unique guest, Nick Adkins from PinkSocks Life. The podcast explores their friendship and their shared mission of spreading kindness and love in healthcare and beyond. Nick shares the heartwarming story of their collaboration with Holcomb Elementary School in Oregon City, where they introduced PinkSocks as part of a social and emotional learning cur...

In this episode, Joy talks with Chemu Langat, the Chief Operating Officer of Best Buy Health, whose journey from biomedical engineering and aerospace to global health initiatives in Africa has led to innovative solutions in healthcare. Chemu explains how Best Buy Health is leveraging its logistical and technology expertise to enable care at home, collaborating with healthcare partners like Atrium...

In this episode, Dr. Geeta Nayyar, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of "Dead Wrong," returns to the show to discuss her book and the critical issue of mis and disinformation in healthcare, particularly in the age of AI and digital technology. The conversation explores the importance of rebuilding trust in healthcare, acknowledging past mistakes, and bridging the gap between medical profes...

Live from Arizona HIMSS, Joy welcomes welcomes Alice Raia and Melissa Kotrys, who share their unique perspectives on navigating the complex world of healthcare. Alice Raia, CIO of Equality Health, discusses her journey from software engineering to healthcare, driven by a desire to improve the patient experience after witnessing her family's struggle with cancer. She highlights Equality Health's ro...

In this final episode of the series from guest host, Dana Trampas, we wrap up our Global Health Equity Week content with an enlightening conversation featuring Bre Loughlin. From her early days at the bedside to becoming a nurse executive at Epic, Bre's career is a powerful illustration of her steadfast commitment to healthcare. Her diverse experience equips her to mend healthcare disparities, fac...