Meet Dr. Simin Gharib Lee, the CEO and Co-Founder of Systole Health, a company focused on improving heart health care for women through virtual group sessions. Dr. Lee earned her BA, MBA, and MD from Harvard University and works as a practicing cardiologist alongside her leadership role. Her experience treating patients showed her how women often struggle to get the heart care they need, inspiring her to create a new approach to cardiac care that better serves women. Through Systole Health, she's working to reduce heart disease in women by making care more accessible and building solutions that address women's specific health needs.

Meet Jannine Versi, the Co-Founder and CEO of Elektra Health, a company on a mission to smash the menopause taboo. Versi brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors to her role at Elektra, including serving as a VP at Cityblock Health, holding an appointment in the Obama Administration, and spearheading product marketing initiatives at Google. Her academic accomplishments include an MBA from Harvard Business School, a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, and recognition as a Fulbright Scholar. Known for her skills in leadership, operations, and partnerships, Versi leverages her multifaceted experience to drive Elektra's approach to menopause care. Her unique blend of healthcare insight, tech expertise, and policy experience positions her at the forefront of efforts to transform how society approaches women’s health during midlife.

Meet Dr. Julius Bruch, the Co-Founder and CEO of Isaac Health. After earning his medical degree from the University of Cambridge, this visionary leader deepened his understanding of brain health through a PhD studying neurodegenerative disorders. His career then took him to McKinsey's healthcare practice, where he led global projects in value-based care and digital health. Now at Isaac Health, Dr. Bruch applies his unique combination of scientific knowledge and business acumen to transform brain health and dementia care. Get ready to discover how Dr. Bruch is working to extend critical neurological care to communities facing the greatest challenges in access.

00:38 - The Story Behind the Name “Isaac”

02:31 - Why Julius Co-Founded Isaac Health with Dr. Joel A. Salinas

04:13 - Raising a $5.7M Seed Round: Challenges and Lessons

06:08 - Closing Neurology Care Desert Gaps

08:45 - Payers' Response to Brain Health Management

11:00 - Including Caregivers in Patient Care

13:39 - Isaac Health's Roadmap for Inclusive Care

15:37 - Brain Health's Future: An Oncology Parallel

17:54 - Speed Round: Dr. Bruch's Insights

20:23 - Advice for Aspiring Healthcare Entrepreneurs

Meet Maria Barrera, the Co-Founder and CEO of Clayful. This Stanford-educated engineer shares how her company is tackling the youth mental health crisis head-on. Drawing from her experience as an early employee at Nearpod, an educational technology company that Renaissance Learning acquired for $650 million in 2021, Maria shares eye-opening insights into the world of mental health and wellness for children that are sure to captivate you.

00:43 - Naming her company "Clayful"

03:11 - The pivotal moment that led Maria to start Clayful

09:48 - How an on-demand model benefits students

13:32 - Qualities of Clayful's coaches

17:34 - How students are responding to Clayful

20:04 - Maria's ironic overhyped trend in healthcare

22:44 - Dennis' secret is revealed

24:02 - How Maria overcame fundraising challenges and earned a $7 million seed round

27:46 - Advice Maria wished she had when first starting Clayful

Elina Onitskansky, Founder and CEO of Ilant Health, shares her journey with obesity and the importance of building trust, empathy, and personalized care in obesity treatment. Drawing from her extensive experience as a former Senior Vice President at Molina Healthcare and an Associate Partner at McKinsey and Company, as well as her education at Harvard University, Elina brings a unique perspective to the field of obesity care that you won't want to miss.

(00:00) Introduction and Background

(00:41) Elina’s Journey with Obesity

(03:19) Inspiration for Ilant Health

(04:15) The Name 'Ilant Health'

(07:48) Factors Driving the Obesity Trend

(12:43) The Costs of Obesity

(17:20) Expanding Access to Obesity Treatment

(22:27) Aligning Treatment to Severity and Individual Needs

(24:42) The Importance of Supporting Individuals on Treatment

(27:02) The Need for Respect and Understanding in Obesity Care

(27:41) Patient Acquisition and Engagement at Ilant Health

(35:38) Elina's Perspective on Overrated and Underrated Aspects of Healthcare

(37:30) What Helps Elina Maintain Work-Life Balance and Recharge

(39:20) Elina's Most Valuable Career Lesson

(40:48) Advice for Aspiring Founders

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