🎙️ What does it take to revolutionize healthcare with data?

In this episode of the HIT Like a Girl Podcast, guest host Demi Radeva sits down with Shirel Daniel, a leader in the healthcare startup space, to uncover her unique journey and the transformative work she’s directing at Extrico Health.

From her roots at Syracuse University and Tel Aviv University to her impactful roles with the UN Environment and Philadelphia International Medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic, Shirel’s path to healthcare innovation is anything but traditional. Now, as a leader at Extrico Health, she’s harnessing the power of data analytics, AI, and clinical phenotypes to tackle some of healthcare’s biggest challenges—from Revenue Cycle Management to Clinical Documentation Improvement—all while keeping patient privacy and outcomes at the forefront.

Tune in to hear Shirel share:

Key Moments:

⏱️ 00:00 | Shirel’s Nontraditional Path to Health Startups

⏱️ 04:56 | Aligning AI Policy Language for Industry-Wide Impact

⏱️ 08:35 | Breaking Down Patient Privacy Barriers

⏱️ 09:48 | Balancing AI, Security, and Innovation

⏱️ 13:08 | The Shift to Value-Based Care and Better Patient Outcomes

⏱️ 17:06 | Shirel’s Vision for the Future of Healthcare Improvement

💡 This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the intersection of data, AI, and healthcare innovation. Shirel’s insights are a masterclass in navigating the complexities of the industry while staying focused on what matters most: improving patient lives.

Stay Connected:

👉 Follow Shirel Daniel on LinkedIn

👉 Learn more about Extrico Health

🎧 This episode was recorded live at #ViVE2025—where the future of healthcare comes to life.