In this conversation, we discuss building Medicine 3.0 solutions in the current health tech landscape with Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti, physician entrepreneur, executive, and investor. He shares his personal journey, the importance of individualized care, and the challenges of scaling integrated medicine in a cash-pay environment. The discussion also touches on regulatory challenges, the need for consumer protection, and the future of longevity medicine.

Takeaways

The healthcare system is primarily focused on treating diseases rather than preventing them.

Personal experiences with family health issues motivated Sandeep to pursue integrated medicine.

Individual patient goals significantly shape their treatment plans.

The core four pillars of health are sleep, diet, exercise, and mental health.

Most integrated medicine practices operate on a cash pay model.

Employers may play a crucial role in funding integrated medicine for their employees.

There is a need for consumer protection in the integrated medicine space.

Emerging technologies may democratize access to integrated medicine.

A4M and other organizations are working to provide reliable information in the longevity space.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rebel Health and Integrated Medicine

05:08 Personal Journey and Motivation in Medicine 3.0

12:32 The Business of Integrated Medicine

18:39 Scalability and Accessibility of Medicine 3.0

24:56 Regulatory Challenges and Consumer Protection

32:10 Navigating the Integrated Medicine Landscape

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