Strive: Exploring Mind, Medicine, and Motivation

Episode 15: Neil P. Sheth - Transforming Global Healthcare


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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Neil Sheth, the chief of orthopedic surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital and an associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Sheth shares his journey from Wall Street to medicine, emphasizing his shift from investment banking to orthopedic surgery, and discussing the continuous intersection of business and healthcare in his career. We delve into his commitment to global health and the development of sustainable healthcare, discussing the challenges faced and innovative approaches applied. Special emphasis is given to his efforts in establishing an orthopedic center of excellence in Tanzania, aiming to improve local healthcare while preserving cultural beliefs and norms. 


00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:15 Meeting Dr. Neil Sheth

00:57 Dr. Sheth's Journey in Medicine

02:11 Advancements and Challenges in Orthopedic Surgery

04:22 Discussion on Ambulatory Surgery Centers

08:25 Understanding the Business Side of Healthcare

14:09 Dr. Sheth's Global Health Interest and Journey

17:15 Establishing the Orthopedic Center of Excellence in Tanzania

20:00 Addressing Cultural Aspects in Healthcare

22:07 Building the Orthopedic Center: Challenges and Solutions

37:32 Long-term Vision for the Orthopedic Center

40:32 Measuring Success and Looking Forward

42:00 Conclusion and Farewell

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