Welcome to The Connected Physician, where we explore groundbreaking advancements in healthcare, technology, and leadership. In this episode, host Katharina Jünger interviews Dr. Kyle Hoedebecke, a former U.S. Army Physician of the Year and current healthcare innovator.

Dr. Hoedebecke brings a wealth of experience from his 17 years in the military, where he served as the medical director for U.S. Army clinics in Korea, to his leadership roles at Oscar Health and his venture capital firm, 1836.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Hoedebecke reflects on:

• The challenges of ensuring soldier readiness in diverse environments like Korea and South America.
• Optimizing healthcare delivery systems in the Army.
• Navigating the shift to tech-driven healthcare.

He also discusses how his experience at Oscar, a tech-first health insurance company, shaped his understanding of the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system and highlights the role of technology in revolutionizing patient care.

• The evolution of healthcare systems in both military and civilian sectors.
• How AI, wearables, and telemedicine are set to transform patient care and diagnostics.
• The future of tech-driven solutions in healthcare investment.
• Leadership lessons from both the battlefield and the boardroom.

• Dr. Kyle Hoedebecke on LinkedIn
• 1836 Ventures
• Oscar Health

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