November 30, 2025

80 - Medical Entrepreneurship Series: Funding Public Health Initiatives

29 minutes

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In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim talks with legendary emergency physician, Professor, and Order of Canada recipient Dr. Louis Francescutti for another episode of the Medical Entrepreneurship Series. They explore the realities of modern medicine, how AI is set to reshape emergency care, and the path from frustration to real, community-changing action. Dr. Francescutti is the founder and champion of the Bridge Healing initiative that offers transitional housing from emergency care to stable, supportive homes, and he draws from his own advocacy and innovation for the valuable advice he shares.

Dr. Francescutti shares practical advice for physicians who want to lead change, and he tells Dr. Lim that waiting for grants is not the only way. Fundraising is simpler than most physicians think due to the trust and influence physicians have in their communities. He offers real ideas on how to seek monetary support for innovative care ideas. Dr. Francescutti and Dr. Lim also discuss the emotional challenges facing physicians today: how burnout and moral injury are common. He focuses on grounding in gratitude, practicing emotional intelligence, and modeling positive culture for trainees. This episode inspires physicians on ways to lead community impact projects and make a real difference in their world.

About Dr. Louis Francescutti:

An emergency and preventive medicine physician, a university professor, an international speaker, Past-President of the Canadian Medical Association, and Past-President of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Francescutti has spent nearly three decades advocating one message: Live Smart. Reputed as one of Canada's leading medical visionaries and regarded internationally for his 'down to earth' and 'bold' methodologies, Lou is not intimidated by political correctness, nor is he afraid to tell it like it is. "People need to hear what the real issues are--no sugar coating. We live in a world that is far too complex and unforgiving. People need to learn that they are in control of their future and fortune--both in terms of health and happiness".