ChalkTalkJim: Breaking Down the Game - A Guide to the Future of Healthcare

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The future of heart disease diagnosis is here. 

In this episode, Michael Presley talks about Plainsight, their medical algorithm, which creates a 3D model of the patient’s heart through EKG data to identify areas of ischemic injury. He explains how this screening tool detects heart disease, improves sensitivity, reduces costs, and how Tangent Health is expanding globally, partnering with insurers, and incorporating AI in their services.

Listen and learn how Tangent’s Plainsight algorithm will transform cardiac care forever!

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A California solo family practice can revolutionize healthcare delivery.

In this episode, Arun Villivalam talks about his experience with electronic health records and his initial vision of transforming healthcare through their implementation. He also touches on the challenges of healthcare reform, the potential of cloud computing technology, and the role of innovative models like Sprinter Health in enhancing patient care.

Tune in to learn about Arun Villivalam’s barrier-breaking career in healthcare delivery!

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Understanding the problem to solve is the key to unlocking healthcare solutions. 

In this episode, Nisha Maharaja, Director of Twill’s Government Programs, shares her thoughts on the impact of innovation, policy work, and proactive interventions in healthcare when there is a clear understanding of the problems. Nisha shares her background and experiences in healthcare and non-emergency medical transportation, explaining how, at Lyft, she worked to change transportation guidelines for Medicaid recipients to access ride-sharing services when needed. She discusses addressing mental health with technology, gamification, and AI with a holistic approach in her current role at Twill. Nisha also expresses her hope for a more interconnected healthcare system with normalized conversations around various aspects like the social determinants of health.

Tune in and learn from Nisha about technology innovation for better healthcare and mental health access!

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There’s a platform that gives you access to medical services at your pocket’s reach and will also save you money! Promising, right?

In this episode, Priyanka Mathur talks about how her company, MediPocket USA Cross-Border Care, helps patients access care internationally and save money on their medications, all with the help of AI technology. She explains MediPocket’s products and services and highlights how they stand out against the competition, as they offer a full-suite service and use AI to provide insights and advice on health and wellness to each user. 

Tune in and learn more about how MediPocket leverages data and AI to give patients the best healthcare experience!

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Genetic insights provide valuable information on the best way to approach a patient. 

In this episode, Jessica Gibson, CEO and Co-Founder of Ariel Precision Medicine, talks about how they leverage years of genetics data and AI technology to deliver precision medicine, particularly in metabolic and gastrointestinal diseases like pancreatitis and diabetes. Jessica felt discontent with the industry’s traditional reactive sick care approach and developed her interest in a proactive, preventative, precise method with better results. Ariel uses patients’ genetic insights to understand what drives their symptoms and identify the best treatments, interventions, or medications, saving them time, costs, and discomfort. She also discusses how the company addresses interoperability issues with the SNaP-SHOT platform. This powerful tool will allow a broader deployment of the precision medicine approach within the physician network outside of the specialized academic care centers. 

Tune in to learn about precision medicine and its potential in care delivery!

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The Pharmaceutical Industry has made significant progress, but there is still more to achieve.

In this episode, Dennis Gross, CEO of the Pennsylvania Drug Discovery Institute, discusses how his organization supports education and startups in the pharmaceutical world. He explains how to navigate patent protections and digital data and emphasizes the importance of effective communication between R&D science and the public to advance the field. The PDDI has established many relationships and partnerships with Pharma companies that can help startups or educational institutions with materials or knowledge. Dennis explains how Pharma companies benefit from supporting startups, teaming up with them to extend the life cycle of patented products with new processes or drug delivery technologies. The Pharma industry has generated numerous innovations, but the COVID-19 pandemic has also led to a wave of misinformation, making it crucial to explain scientific concepts to the public clearly and understandably. This approach will help people appreciate the discoveries instead of fearing them or thinking they were careless and happened overnight.

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The physician's role is changing, and here’s a cardiologist’s perspective on what’s coming down the road.

In this episode, Scott Roth, co-founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer at ImaCor, questions the current medical education system with a full-circle conversation based on his experience in cardiology, the transition to team-based care with a value-based model, and the evolution of noninvasive imagery technologies. Healthcare industry incentives have changed in the past decades, and so Dr. Roth discusses how motivation is a challenge that should be addressed by the educational system and supported with a value-based model.

Tune in to learn more about the evolution of echocardiology and the role of physicians in healthcare!

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Launching a successful drug takes more than just a brilliant idea - it takes a village of experts. 

In this episode, Peter Shadday, Chief Commercial Officer US and Global Head of Marketing Specialties at Zambon shares his insights on the commercialization of rare disease pharmaceutical products in the startup space. Peter knows firsthand the importance of patient support and health economics to develop a successful market access strategy. He also sheds light on the challenges in the rare disease field, from navigating the complexities of clinical trials to overcoming regulatory hurdles.

Tune in to this episode to learn from Peter's experiences and gain valuable insights on drug commercialization in rare diseases. 

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Curing cancer is an iceberg more enormous than anyone could ever imagine.

In this episode, Pamela Bush, Chief Business Officer at Predictive Oncology, talks about her work connecting science and business to advance the discovery and development of drugs against cancer with the help of predictive AI and ML technology and the most extensive library of tumor samples.

Tune in to learn more about how Predictive Oncology impacts drug development!

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The long-term care sector is an essential part of the health industry but has struggled for a while.

In this episode, Samantha Rapuk, Executive Director of Lutheran SeniorLife, talks about long-term care, breaking down the different care-continuum services, and the hardships she’s witnessed within non-profit institutions in the space. She reinforces the importance of caring for the sick, the elderly, and their families and speaks about how at Lutheran SeniorLife, every single worker keeps their residents at the center of what they do.

Tune in to learn more about the importance of funding long-term care and its impact!

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