Is it too late to do a 2017 recap for healthcare innovation and a look-ahead to 2018? Everyone does it, we’re just doing it a week later. To think about what happened in 2017 - and what it could mean - and what might happen in 2018, I spoke with Health:Further CEO Marcus Whitney. The main themes were change in the health landscape and the healthcare industry, uncertainty due to healthcare policy, and great opportunity for health innovators and entrepreneurs.

Change, Innovation and Patience: Healthcare in 2018 | Marcus Whitney | Health:Further

Every week, healthcare VCs and Jumpstart Health Investors co-founders Vic Gatto and Marcus Whitney review and unpack the happenings in US Healthcare, finance, technology and policy. With a firm belief that our healthcare system is doomed without entrepreneurship, they work through the mud to find the jewels, highlight headwinds and tailwinds, and bring on the smartest guests to fill in the gaps.

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In this episode, Vic, Marcus, and Emily Evans (Managing Director at Hedgeye Risk Management, LLC) dive deep into healthcare policy, focusing on the seismic shifts within the Medicare Advantage landscape. They unravel the complexities surrounding UnitedHealth Group’s latest financials, dissecting the impacts of demographic shifts, policy changes, and earnings reports on the Medicare Advantage program. The trio also scrutinizes the evolving dynamics of healthcare spending, including the contentious coverage of weight loss drugs and the broader implications of drug pricing and healthcare system reforms. Join them as they navigate through the intertwining paths of policy, healthcare costs, and the future of Medicare Advantage in an ever-changing healthcare environment.------

Behind the Numbers: A Dive into Healthcare's Financial Trends w/ Emily Evans

In this episode, Vic and Marcus explore key trends in business, healthcare, cryptocurrency, and AI. They start by analyzing economic indicators, new Alzheimer's treatment, the impact of AI on healthcare and finance, and the significant impact of an aging population as baby boomers reach retirement age on healthcare, social security, and the workforce. We also examine challenges in healthcare administration and reflect on the importance of physical fitness for long-term well-being.Please check out our Episode Resources below:------

53 - Inflation Fears, Healthcare’s Discharge Gap, The Aging Baby Boomer Impact

This eye-opening episode of Health Further dives deep with Noah Lang, Stride Health's CEO, as he sheds light on revolutionizing health benefits for the gig economy. Noah discusses Stride Health's origins, challenges within the healthcare industry, and the groundbreaking strides towards portable benefits. With stats showcasing the growing independent workforce and changing employer landscapes, Noah articulates the urgent need for policy innovation and better benefit structures. The discussion also touches on the role of policy in shaping a more flexible, equitable healthcare system. Marcus and Noah explore the implications of such innovations on entrepreneurs, small businesses, and the broader workforce, marking a pivotal moment in dialogues around health benefits and the future of work.www.stridehealth.comNoah Lang------

52 - The Future of Health Benefits - Noah Lang's Quest for Equitable Healthcare

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the complexities of the healthcare system and the stock market's vagaries. It doesn't stop there; the conversation extends into the terrain of cybersecurity in healthcare, the role of private equity in healthcare provision, and the intriguing potential of dietary approaches to mental health treatment. With a blend of engaging discussions on current trends, policies, and scientific discoveries.Please check out our Episode Resources below:------

51 - New Diagnostics, Aegis Ventures, HHS’ Resiliency Plan, Molina and Cityblock, Ozempic’s Growth, Diet as Psychiatric Treatment

Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the treasury and the deficit, new VC deals, M&A; and IPO Markets, Steward Health's provider group potentially being purchased by Optum, Amazon's investment in Anthropic, Stability AI's founder departure, and the White House AI RoadmapPlease check out our Episode Resources below:------

Change, Innovation and Patience: Healthcare in 2018 | Marcus Whitney | Health:Further

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