In this encore episode of Health Care Rounds, Matt Portch, Consultant at MPC&R LLC, joins host John Marchica to explore the evolving collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs).

Additionally, Matt sheds light on how both have adapted to new technologies and market shifts.

Matt is a seasoned pharmaceutical executive with successful leadership experience at Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer, and Bristol Myers Squibb.

TOPICS

(0:19) Introduction

(0:45) Meet John Driscoll

(2:40) The Future of Pharma

(8:28) How Pharmacies Can Put Patients First

(12:25) Key Trends in Primary Care

(15:16) The Challenges of Improving Quality Patient Care

(19:25) Incoming Health Care Policy

(25:48) The Impact of RFK and Trump's Nominees on Health Care

(30:12) Where AI Can Have the Biggest Impact on Health Care

(33:04) Increasing Efficiency with AI

(35:04) John Driscoll's New Book: Pay the People

(37:29) The Importance of Paying Workers a Living Wage

🎙 ABOUT HEALTH CARE ROUNDS

Health Care Rounds is a weekly podcast developed for health care leaders who are at the forefront of health care delivery and payment reform. Join Darwin Research Group founder and CEO John Marchica as he discusses the latest advancements in health care business news and policy developments. 

🎙 ABOUT MATT PORTCH

Matt Portch is a seasoned professional in the life sciences sector, currently serving as an independent consultant specializing in supporting clients within the industry. With a focus on fostering B2B relationships with Organized Customers and Payers, Matt collaborates closely with market and portfolio teams to bolster Key Account Management capabilities.

Prior to his consultancy role, Matt held notable leadership positions at renowned pharmaceutical companies including Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer, and Bristol Myers Squibb. His tenure in these organizations provided him with extensive experience in strategic management, business development, and enhancing operational efficiency within the life sciences domain.

🎙 ABOUT JOHN MARCHICA, HOST OF HEALTH CARE ROUNDS:

John Marchica is a veteran health care strategist and CEO of Darwin Research Group, a strategic consulting and market intelligence firm focused on hospitals, health systems, physician groups, and the evolving health care ecosystem. John has a degree in economics from Knox College, an MBA and M.A. in public policy from the University of Chicago, and completed his Ph.D. coursework at The Dartmouth Institute. He is an active member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and is pursuing certification as a Fellow.

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