The TechLink Health Podcast

Throughout history, cyclical disruptions have often played a role in evolving people and the ways in which we engage with work. The current pandemic has definitely been a notable disruption that has also been a catalyst for change, particularly with regards to the ways in which people work. The strains on the healthcare system have been well noted, and burnout is on the rise. As many seek to find...

Mental health is the #1 healthcare cost in the US, greater than cancer, diabetes or heart disease. This episode focuses on prescription wearables and neuro-technologies and the role they play in helping to evolve the healthcare industry, with a particular focus on mental health and the treatment of depression, anxiety, and insomnia. The topic is timely as mental health continues to be a fundamenta...

The current pandemic has set the stage for a series of new normals, and as many continue to evolve toward health and wellness transformations, it’s helpful to share best practices in the space.  This episode takes a deeper look into time-tested practices of healing, educating, and empowering people to achieve optimal health and wellbeing. The episode is packed with a variety of insights rangi...

As the pace of technology continues to accelerate, we are starting to see somewhat of a convergence between the human experience and the evolution of computing. This episode focuses on the emerging Bio-Computing Revolution and the technologies that are powering the future, with a particular focus on Bio-Integrated technologies and devices. This episode’s guest is Dr. Aadeel Akhtar, CEO and Founder...

The prioritization of respiratory health during the pandemic has ultimately led to several advances in the space. This episode highlights innovations happening within Respiratory Health with a particular focus on the technologies enabling remote patient monitoring as well as the actionable insights that can be delivered to care teams. Other discussion topics range from how the inventor of the lith...

When thinking about the innovative technologies that are contributing to the evolution of digital health, the theme of collaborative efforts between clinicians and technologists continues to be central and of high-value. This episode focuses on the evolution of personalized medicine and the devices that are on the forefront of shifting the way healthcare is practiced as well as the clinical-expert...

Today’s episode focuses on leading mindfulness techniques that help in the journey to achieving optimal mental health as well as technologies that help in making the connection.  The topic is timely as many experts brace for a long-term impact on mental health after the pandemic, as one of our previous guests called "the pandemic after the pandemic". This episode’s guest is Jessica Amos, a ME...

As many reflect on the past couple of years of the pandemic and start to think about emerging threats of the future, it’s important to bring awareness to that very topic, the future, and what’s on the horizon in public health.  This episode focuses on the emerging threat of antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic resistant infections, which have been deemed by The World Health Organization as...

The mass adoption and proliferation of new technologies during the global pandemic has helped to spark the evolution of healthcare and opened the doors for future disruptions, however, many believe that we've only scratched the surface with regards to the people-centric digitalization of the industry.  As with many cycles of innovation, creating the future often starts with considering the pa...

Interested in learning more about The Age of Longevity, and more broadly, ways to improve your overall health and wellbeing? This episode is all about longevity, the emergence of super-agers, and how this phenomenon will shape the wellness journey of the future. The topic is definitely 💯+. Other topics range from the latest in wearable devices for improving longevity to unpacking The Four Big Roc...

One implication of the current pandemic is that many elective surgeries were delayed or postponed amidst global uncertainty.  As the healthcare ecosystem continues to adjust to these uncertainties and evolve, it's important to examine existing and emerging technologies that are helping to create efficiencies within the industry.   Today’s episode focuses on demystifying the implantable m...

The current pandemic has underscored that the quest for healthier outcomes is an orchestrated effort among many experts within the healthcare ecosystem. This episode takes a deeper look into the world of pharmacist and the role they play as administrators of apothecarial treatments. Topics range from the critical role pharmacists played in the current pandemic to the value of consultant pharmacist...

<p>During the current pandemic, mental health has emerged as a top priority when thinking about a post-Covid world.  The emergence of this trend creates uncertainty around the long-term impacts of the crisis on future generations. While related, yet uniquely different to the trend, today’s episode focuses on mental health and genealogical wellness, and how the problems and suffering of...

One extraordinary phenomenon from the current pandemic is the recognition that widespread health conditions can be a catalyst for global change and spark transformative advances for society as a whole. While the pandemic is at global scale, the lessons learned can be broken down to the individual level. Today’s episode is focused on the insights that can be derived from the journeys of managing va...

One of the positives during the current pandemic is that the world is increasingly more connected, in a more meaningful way, as a result of the mass adoption to use emerging technologies. As we look toward a post-pandemic future, the role of technopreneurship becomes foundational to creating social impact through scaled access to equitable opportunities in health, wealth, and education. Today’s ep...

One of the positives during the current pandemic is that both healthcare professionals and consumers have made gains in expanding the possibilities of the health curve, in particular with the use of digital technologies related to therapeutic devices, telehealth, and remote monitoring, however, overall health literacy remains an opportunity and is positioned for even more growth. Today’s episode g...

One of the silver linings of the current pandemic is the acceleration of virtual technologies to connect global communities. On one hand, this has resulted in the emergence of decentralized communities connecting around common purposes, on the other hand, this has contributed to increases in mental health issues related to loneliness and isolation among remote professionals. Executive leaders are...

The current pandemic has led to explosive investments in future of health technologies, primarily through venture capital channels. This is the first episode of the TechLink Wealth series discussing various thesis in the realm of venture capital and alternative investment strategies. The episode covers topics ranging from health as a foundation to a nation's wealth to differences in Eastern and We...

Addressing gaps in health equity continues to be a focal point in the quest for healthier outcomes at scale, which ultimately creates a discussion around social determinants of health, one of the root causes for disparities. This episode digs deeper into the topic and highlights best practices in the space. This episode’s guest is Maria Fernanda Levis, an entrepreneurial leader focused on removing...

The healthcare ecosystem consists of many interconnected relationships and occupations, and in terms of numbers, registered nurses are the largest component of the healthcare workforce, and they play a critical role in the quest for healthier outcomes. Today's episode covers a range of topics from the role of RNs in the future of digital health to trust marketing to ways of pursuing purpose-driven...

The current pandemic has exposed many vulnerabilities in the healthcare ecosystem while also highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts across a range of disciplines. Today’s episode focuses on the role microbiology plays in the broader healthcare ecosystem and how it will continue to evolve in shaping the future of health and wellbeing. This episode’s guest is Dr. Sarah Jung, a scientif...

As the current pandemic continues to influence the future of healthcare, it’s an opportunistic time for business operators, CFO’s, and companies to learn more about health plan finance. Today’s episode focuses on alternative funding strategies for health and wellness services. This episode’s guest is Zach Redman, a health benefits strategist, currently Vice President of Business Development for Ev...

As the healthcare industry continues to rethink the future, there’s been notable advances in the use of digital technologies to accelerate the change, particularly as it relates to telehealth and remote patient monitoring. This episode explores such topics while also highlighting the emergence of a telehealth+ future to connect the dots in healthcare delivery. Today’s guest is Dr. Rodney Samaan. D...

While the current pandemic has presented many challenges for healthcare practitioners, it has also created new opportunities to reflect and rethink the future of health and wellbeing.  A part of this reflection process and journey is finding ways to energize a profession to leverage your skills and expertise in new ways, while harmonizing the past with personal interests and natural strengths...

This episode is part 2 of a series focused on unpacking the role that blockchain and web 3.0 play in the future of global health.  In a post-pandemic environment, as the healthcare industry embarks on a new wave of innovation, it's important to understand the next generation technologies that can help to create the future ecosystem. This episode's guest is Dr. Samantha Nazareth, digital healt...