Smarter Systems, Better Care Podcast

Rebecca Vigeant’s journey is one of transformation, from a Physician Assistant in academic urology at Tufts Medical Center to a passionate advocate for functional medicine and root-cause healthcare. In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, Rebecca shares how her child’s struggle with eczema and food allergies led her to discover the power of functional medicine and inspired her mission to...

What happens when science-driven patients are dismissed, ignored, or told “it’s all in your head”?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Efrat LaMandre, a national voice on medical gaslighting and host of The Medical Disruptor Podcast. Dr. LaMandre shares her powerful journey from running a conventional medical practice to becoming a leading advocate for functional medicine, patient empowerment, and...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Tara Scott, MD — known as “The Hormone Guru” — to explore her remarkable journey from OB/GYN to a leading voice in hormone health, integrative medicine, and preventive care. Dr. Scott’s passion began with her own health struggles, including endometriosis, infertility, and irregular cycles. After losing her brother unexpectedly at...

🎧 Welcome to Smarter Systems, Better Care — your behind-the-scenes look into how healthcare leaders, physician innovators, and health tech founders are reshaping care delivery, digital health, and clinical systems. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alaina Brinley-Rajagopal, MD, PhD — Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer of Esperto Medical and an emergency medicine physician — to unpack her j...

How do we rethink the future of cancer care? In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, we sit down with Dr. Sean Pitroda, a leading physician-scientist whose groundbreaking work is transforming how metastatic cancer is understood and treated. Dr. Pitroda’s research challenges the entrenched belief that metastatic disease is always incurable. Instead, his team integrates molecular profiling,...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, one of the world’s foremost experts on circadian rhythms, sleep science, and workplace health. For over 40 years, Dr. Moore-Ede has shaped how we understand the human biological clock and the critical role of light in regulating sleep, health, and performance. As a former Harvard Medical School professor, Dr. Mo...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, we sit down with Monica McKitterick, Family Nurse Practitioner and CEO of Impact Family Wellness, to explore how Direct Primary Care (DPC) is transforming healthcare for both patients and employers. From same-day access and wholesale pricing to reducing claims costs for businesses, Monica shares how DPC creates better access, lower total cost, and h...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, we sit down with Dr. Alidad Ghiassi — orthopedic hand surgeon, medical entrepreneur, and co-founder & Chief Medical Officer at HIA Technologies. With over 25 years of surgical expertise, multiple patents, and leadership roles in MedTech innovation, Dr. Ghiassi is helping reshape the future of healthcare AI, medical devices, and clinical entrepre...

Are you feeling past your peak? Struggling with fatigue, brain fog, low drive, or reduced performance at work and home? In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Desmond Ebanks, a global leader in performance medicine, to uncover how to restore energy, sharpen mental clarity, and reclaim vitality at any age. Most doctors treat symptoms but Dr. Ebanks focuses on the root...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, we sit down with Dr. Rafid Fadul, a Washington, D.C.–based pulmonary and critical care physician turned entrepreneur who's had two successful exits and is now driving innovation across the digital health ecosystem. We explore how he’s leveraging health tech, digital health solutions, and connected care platforms to improve patient outcomes, redu...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Zaid Fadul, founder of BeSpoke Concierge MD, to explore how concierge medicine and telehealth are transforming healthcare delivery in the United States. As a physician licensed in all 50 states, Dr. Fadul brings a rare blend of expertise in Family Medicine, Occupational Health, Aerospace Medicine, and Addiction Medicine. His lead...

Welcome to Smarter Systems, Better Care, hosted by YourHealthcareITExpert—where we explore how cutting-edge technology, data systems, and medical innovation converge to improve patient outcomes. In this episode, we’re honored to welcome Dr. Nick Colyvas, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCSF and Principal Surgical Advisor at Convergence Medical. Join us as we dive deep into orthopaedic surgery...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Roy Cohen, neuroscientist, marketing expert, and Co-founder & CEO of Behavidence — a company pioneering the missing link in helping people achieve optimal mental health. Roy has been an industry disruptor for over two decades, driving innovation across neuroscience, digital health, and business growth. His journey includes:📌A re...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Janelle Ball, Founder & CEO of BC Educators, who has over 15 years of experience in dermatology, 9 years as a Biologic Coordinator, and now leads nationwide training for practices to streamline workflows and improve patient access to life-changing therapies. Janelle shares her journey from hands-on clinical work to building a con...

Welcome to another episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care. Today, host John Faulkner sits down with Dr. Jason Littleton (JasonMD), founder and CEO of Littleton Concierge Medicine and known across the nation as “America’s Energy Doctor.” In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Littleton reveals how concierge medicine, personalized wellness, and energy-focused care are transforming healthcare by restor...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Sabrine Obbad, founder of Alara, a Y Combinator-backed dental procurement platform revolutionizing how practices manage their supplies. As both a pediatric dentist and a health tech founder, Dr. Obbad brings a unique perspective on how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation can save dental practices time, money, and energy,...

Before she was a provider, Shakeeka Misher was a woman navigating the silence, dismissal, and uncertainty of perimenopause. Today, she’s a Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Thyrva Wellness, where she’s transforming the way women experience midlife. In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, Shakeeka shares her mission to help women move from being dismissed and misdiagnosed to being deep...

🎙️ In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, we sit down with Dr. Ken Anderson, triple board-certified hair restoration surgeon and founder of Anderson Center for Hair in Atlanta and Alpharetta, Georgia. With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Anderson has treated patients from 49 U.S. states and 53 countries, including global icon John Cena. Recognized worldwide as a pioneer in FUE (fol...

Human milk is often called liquid gold , but why is it still one of the most overlooked frontiers in healthcare innovation? In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Jenny Lynn Walding, Founder & CEO of milkmade, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), doula, and international marketing strategist. Jenny is on a mission to redefine how we view, support, and innovate around...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Allison Raffaele, a multi-faceted and innovative Medical Practice Administrator and Educator with over 20 years of experience in both human and veterinary healthcare management. Allison shares how she has led office efficiencies, process improvement, technology adoption, and cost reduction strategies that directly increased patient s...

In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Andy Barr—dual-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy and High Performance Sports Expert with more than 25 years in elite sport—to unpack what truly drives injury prevention, athlete longevity, and peak performance.➡️ A former professional footballer turned performance leader in the Premier League, NBA, and MLS, Andy shares the sys...

On this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, host John Faulkner sits down with Dr. Ilya Rabkin, a board-certified Family Medicine physician reimagining concierge primary care, home-visit medicine, and telehealth in Northern Virginia.➡️ From same-day appointments and urgent care at home to personalized prevention, Dr. Rabkin shares how a modern house-call model can close care gaps, improve outc...

Welcome back to Smarter Systems, Better Care, where we explore the intersection of healthcare, technology, and patient-centered solutions. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Demetrio Aguila, a rare blend of surgeon, innovator, and veteran whose work spans comprehensive peripheral nerve surgery, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, comprehensive pain surgery, otolaryngology, medical acupuncture,...

What does the future of AI in healthcare look like when it comes to medical record retrieval, eye health, and patient care? In this episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, I sit down with Dr. Kaushal Kulkarni, a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Co-Founder of meMR Health, and Founder & CEO of eyetamins® (acquired in 2024).We explore:✅ How AI-p...

Welcome to another episode of Smarter Systems, Better Care, the podcast where we explore how innovative leaders are transforming healthcare with smarter strategies, better systems, and a vision for improved patient outcomes. In this conversation, host John Faulkner sits down with two dynamic leaders:🔹 Lyle Mioduszewski — Observer of the continuum and practitioner of evaluating perspectives along...