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Medecision is solving foundational healthcare problems by making data actionable in real time through personalized health journeys.  In this episode, Mark Gee, Chief Growth Officer at Medecision, discusses how his company is disrupting healthcare data through real-time insights and action. By re-architecting their enterprise platform, Ariel, they've broken down data silos and enabled operationaliz...

The health tech fundraising environment shows promise. More deals are occurring alongside modest growth in total funding, suggesting a shift toward realistic valuations. In this episode, Julie Ebert, managing director of Healthcare and Life Sciences for Silicon Valley Bank, discusses the key findings from their annual Future of Health Tech report, highlighting the growth of AI adoption in healthca...

Surescripts facilitates over 24 billion health data transactions annually, with e-prescribing only making up a small portion, highlighting its expansive role in health data interoperability. In this episode, Frank Harvey, CEO of Surescripts, discusses his company’s mission to lower healthcare costs, improve quality, and enhance patient safety through its vast health intelligence network. He elabor...

Enhancing healthcare navigation by combining technology with a human touch reduces costs, improves patient experiences, and promotes sustainable innovation. In this episode, Zane Burke, CEO of Quantum Health, talks about leveraging technology and human connection to enhance healthcare navigation. Zane discusses Quantum Health's pharmacy navigation solution, which reduces pharmacy costs, especially...

Healthcare needs to view patients as consumers, integrating their healthcare journey into their daily lives.  In this episode, Srinivas Velamoor, President and Chief Operating Officer at NextGen Healthcare, discusses his company’s approach to improving the patient experience through a "closed-loop" patient engagement model using mobile devices as a digital front door, allowing patients to schedule...

Improving health outcomes should be accessible to all, and convenience and affordability are key to unlocking that.  In this episode, Dr. David Stein, CEO and Director at Babson Diagnostics, details how the BetterWay Blood Testing service offers routine and specialty testing through a finger-prick sample at convenient locations like local pharmacies and community events, eliminating the need for t...

Frontline providers are the most crucial innovators in healthcare due to their daily interaction with patients and direct experience with care gaps and inefficiencies.  In this episode, Dr. Theo Koury, President of Vituity, explores how leveraging frontline provider insights drives healthcare innovation. He shares how his organization fosters a culture of collaboration by dedicating time and resou...

A modern digital healthcare economy is impossible without a robust provider directory, which serves as the foundation for interoperability and crucial processes.  In this episode, Erin Weber, Chief Policy and Research Officer, discusses how CAQH supports provider directories, emphasizing the need for data accuracy and standardization through initiatives like universal group roster templates. She h...

Transforming healthcare requires a blend of technology, content, and heart-centered design that prioritizes patients. In this episode, Shawn Nason, Chief Experience and Innovation Officer at PatientPoint, shares insights on how his company empowers better health through its unique product portfolio, which includes interactive screens in waiting and exam rooms and back-office solutions. He emphasiz...

A groundbreaking approach to making healthcare affordable and effective is combining GLP-1 medications with a powerful behavior change platform. In this episode, Noom’s Geoff Cook, CEO, and Cody Fair, Chief Commercial Officer, discuss their mission to help people live healthier, longer lives through behavior change and accessible healthcare solutions like Noom. They highlight their new initiatives...

Integrating health services into retail through a holistic approach that aligns food, pharmacy, and healthcare improves consumer health outcomes. In the latest episode, Jim Kirby, Chief Commercial Officer at Kroger Health, discusses how Kroger is integrating health services into their stores. He emphasizes a holistic approach that combines food, pharmacy, and healthcare to improve consumer health....

Improving access to high-quality healthcare in rural communities is achievable through tailored technology solutions, local workforce upskilling, and value-based care models.  In this episode, Amar Kendale, co-founder and president of Homeward Health,  discusses the unique challenges and needs of rural healthcare, focusing on how his company is reimagining care delivery for underserved communities...

FlyteHealth achieves significant weight loss results, averaging 15.8% with non-GLP-1s and further improvements with GLP-1s. In this episode, Gabe Castaneda, Chief Revenue Officer at FlyteHealth, talks about advancements and issues in obesity management, particularly focusing on GLP-1 medications. With 25 years of healthcare experience, Gabe highlights FlyteHealth’s innovative approach combining li...

Binding technology innovation with compassion to increase the capacity to take care of older adults at home.  In this episode, Preeti Kaur, Executive Vice President, Head of Engineering and Data at Honor Technology, shares insights into her company’s mission to empower older adults to age with dignity at home and the unique challenges of in-home care. She talks about the company’s bold use of tech...

Maternal mental health requires a fundamental shift in perception and treatment. In this episode, Chris Benecchi, Chief Operating Officer at Sage Therapeutics, talks about maternal mental health, specifically postpartum depression, and the initiatives Sage Therapeutics is undertaking. He talks about how they’re developing innovative therapies and creating partnerships across the healthcare ecosyst...

To accelerate transformative healthcare solutions, we need a collaborative approach aligning technology, workflows, and stakeholder needs. In this episode, Dr. Rick Newell, CEO of Inflect and Chief Transformation Officer of Vituity. Rick dives into how Inflect is revolutionizing healthcare innovation by fostering a unique environment for collaboration, investment, and advisory services. From lever...

The 90-90-90 initiative by the Kennedy Forum aims to achieve 90% mental health screening, 90% access to evidence-based care, and 90% of individuals living in recovery by 2033. In this episode of The Beat Podcast, Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health, and Rebecca Messing Haigler, strategic advisor at the Kennedy Forum, discuss the Kennedy Forum's 90-90-90 initiative, which aims to enhance...

Obesity-related stigma is combatted with a bias-free image gallery and people-first language to reduce weight discrimination. In this episode, Jamie Coleman, Vice President of Marketing at Eli Lilly and Company , discusses initiatives to combat obesity-related stigma, focusing on a bias-free image gallery created with the Obesity Action Coalition. She explains obesity as a complex disease, often m...

Improve clinical scheduling, reduce nurse burnout, and enhance patient care efficiency with the In-House Health platform. In this episode, Ari Brenner, the co-founder and CEO of In-House Health, discusses how the Company leverages an automation platform to improve clinical scheduling and healthcare outcomes. By reducing the time managers spend on scheduling and enhancing accuracy, In-House Health...

Compounding pharmacies in a digital-first healthcare landscape is essential for democratizing access to affordable and personalized medications and achieving better outcomes. In this episode, Shaun Noorian, founder and CEO of Empower Pharmacy, shares insights into how compounding pharmacies are transforming healthcare by providing personalized, cost-effective solutions. Shaun highlights the rising...

What happens when cutting-edge AI meets the future of personalized healthcare? In this episode, Andy Dé, Chief Marketing Officer at Lightbeam Health Solutions, discusses the transformative role of AI and analytics in shaping personalized, value-based healthcare. Drawing on a diverse career across pharma, medtech, diagnostics, and provider networks, Andy highlights the evolution from descriptive to...

Tailored treatments, proper medication usage, and proactive wellness practices improve healthcare outcomes. In this episode, Strive Pharmacy’s Andrea Daniels, Director of Clinical Services, and Kaleo Alo, Vice President of Business Development, discuss the company’s mission to revolutionize patient care through compounding and personalized medicine. They highlight the advantages of telehealth in p...

The future of obesity treatment lies in combining powerful drug therapies with clinician-led lifestyle interventions. In this episode, Rob MacNaughton, CEO of Calibrate, discusses the company’s pioneering approach to weight management. He shares how Calibrate blends anti-obesity medications with clinician-led lifestyle interventions to ensure sustainable weight loss outcomes. This model not only h...

Integration of AI and digital tools to streamline healthcare workflows, making patient care more efficient and effective. In this episode, Peri Avitan, CEO of Clinii, discusses the company's evolution from patient engagement tools to a focus on care management through AI and EMR integration. Clinii streamlines data processes and optimizes workflows by integrating with 90 EMRs. By addressing the ch...

AI is revolutionizing healthcare innovation, from drug discovery and clinical trials to leveraging wearables for patient care and collaborating with regulatory bodies. In this episode, Leo Barella, Chief Technology Officer at Takeda, discusses how AI is transforming healthcare. Barella highlights AI's potential in drug discovery, clinical trials, and wearable technology, drawing inspiration from S...