Summary

In this episode of MedCity FemForward, reporter Marissa Plescia talks with Anna Jeter of AOA Dx. about a pivotal report on the booming potential of women's health sectors. Discover why this already lucrative field isn't just a niche but a smart investment, with 27 unicorns and over $100 billion in exits. Whether you're an entrepreneur or investor, tune in to learn why women's health is not only crucial for societal well-being but also a golden business opportunity..

Episode Highlights

00:10:47 - Misconception of women's health as niche.

00:11:59 - $100 billion in women's health exits.

00:17:26 - 27 unicorns in women's health.

00:31:28 - Diagnostics as a foundational pillar.

00:42:39 - Oncology as a hot spot in women's health.

00:53:11 - Women's health beyond maternal health.

01:15:45 - Response to JP Morgan presentation.

01:41:26 - Women's health as a significant business opportunity.

Episode Resources

• Anna Jeter

• [email protected]

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

Keywords

• MedCity FemForward

• women's health

• AOADx

• biotech

• ovarian cancer detection

• diagnostic test

• women's health exits

• investments in women's health

• healthcare sector

• McKinsey report

• trillion dollar opportunity

• merge and acquisition

• IPO

• exit strategy

• unicorns in women's health

• oncology

• breast cancer

• cervical cancer

• screening programs

• capital efficiency

• funding allocation

• PitchBook

• healthcare innovation

• strategic buyers

• investment opportunities

Summary

Join MedCity FemForward with Marissa Plescia and Dr. Blake Porter, Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine at Access Telecare. Discover how telemedicine revolutionizes access to maternal care in rural areas, improving outcomes and fostering local births. A must-listen for healthcare enthusiasts!.

Episode Highlights

00:00:11 - Introduction of Dr. Blake Porter.

00:00:17 - Expanding virtual maternal fetal care in rural areas.

00:00:37 - Definition of Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM).

00:01:48 - Promise of telehealth in maternal care.

00:02:21 - Populations benefiting from telemedicine.

00:05:00 - Virtual MFM care mimicking in-person services.

00:05:56 - Impact of advanced practice sonography team.

00:08:00 - Support for local physicians in complex pregnancies.

00:11:00 - Partnering with local providers to keep care local.

00:14:20 - Tech-enabled healthcare at Access Telecare.

00:15:59 - Mental health's impact on pregnancy.

00:17:00 - Collaborative approach in mental health and pregnancy care.

00:18:04 - Expanding virtual MFM in rural maternity deserts.

00:19:45 - Telehealth as a solution for rural healthcare needs.

00:21:00 - Final thoughts on expanding access and women's healthcare spotlight.

Episode Resources

The podcast episode mentions two resources:

1. **Access Telecare**: A company offering virtual maternal fetal medicine (MFM) care. Their technology platform, "teleMedIQ" (TIQ), and proprietary telemedicine cart are highlighted.

2. **Rural Health Transformation Fund** and **Rural Health Transformation Program**: Initiatives aimed at improving rural healthcare, specifically mentioned as a step in the right direction for expanding access to care for rural patients.

Summary

Join MedCity FemForward with Marissa Plescia and Dr. Blake Porter, Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine at Access Telecare. Discover how telemedicine revolutionizes access to maternal care in rural areas, improving outcomes and fostering local births. A must-listen for healthcare enthusiasts!.

Episode Highlights

00:00:11 - Introduction of Dr. Blake Porter.

00:00:17 - Expanding virtual maternal fetal care in rural areas.

00:00:37 - Definition of Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM).

00:01:48 - Promise of telehealth in maternal care.

00:02:21 - Populations benefiting from telemedicine.

00:05:00 - Virtual MFM care mimicking in-person services.

00:05:56 - Impact of advanced practice sonography team.

00:08:00 - Support for local physicians in complex pregnancies.

00:11:00 - Partnering with local providers to keep care local.

00:14:20 - Tech-enabled healthcare at Access Telecare.

00:15:59 - Mental health's impact on pregnancy.

00:17:00 - Collaborative approach in mental health and pregnancy care.

00:18:04 - Expanding virtual MFM in rural maternity deserts.

00:19:45 - Telehealth as a solution for rural healthcare needs.

00:21:00 - Final thoughts on expanding access and women's healthcare spotlight.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Dr.Blake Porter

• [email protected]

Keywords

• MedCity FemForward

• Dr. Blake Porter

• Maternal Fetal Medicine

• Access Telecare

• Virtual Maternal Fetal Medicine

• Rural Healthcare

• Telemedicine

• High-Risk Pregnancy Care

• MFM Specialists

• Underserved Areas

• OB-GYN

• Telehealth

• Patient Access

• Inpatient and Outpatient Care

• Sonography

• Technology in Healthcare

• Consultation Services

• Local Provider Support

• Behavioral Health

• Mental Health

• Rural Health Transformation Fund

• Maternity Care Deserts

• Pregnancy Outcomes

• Healthcare Access

• Women's Healthcare

• MedCity FemForward

• Dr. Blake Porter

• Maternal Fetal Medicine

• Access Telecare

• Virtual Maternal Fetal Medicine

• Rural Healthcare

• Telemedicine

• High-Risk Pregnancy Care

• MFM Specialists

• Underserved Areas

• OB-GYN

• Telehealth

• Patient Access

• Inpatient and Outpatient Care

• Sonography

• Technology in Healthcare

• Consultation Services

• Local Provider Support

• Behavioral Health

• Mental Health

• Rural Health Transformation Fund

• Maternity Care Deserts

• Pregnancy Outcomes

• Healthcare Access

• Women's Healthcare

In this episode, I interviewed Liz Powell, founder of Women's Health Advocates. We discussed the organization's policy priorities in the women's health space.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Liz Powell

• [email protected]

In this episode, I interview Dr. Renee Wittemyer, vice president of program strategy at Pivotal Ventures, and Dr. Regina Dugan, CEO of Wellcome Leap. We discussed the organizations' recent $100 million commitment to women's health research.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Dr. Renee Wittemyer and Dr. Regina Dugan

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-kuriyan-wittemyer-39a64a/?skipRedirect=true

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-dugan-321687121/?skipRedirect=true

In this episode, I interviewed Priyanka Jain, cofounder and CEO of Evvy. We discussed the state of women's health research, the Milken Institute's Women's Health Network and what's ahead for Evvy.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

In this episode, I interviewed Abbie Clary, executive director of Health for All at CannonDesign. We discussed how healthcare spaces and products have traditionally not been designed with women in mind — and what needs to change.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Abbie Clary

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigailclary/

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Keith Berkle, chair of Privia Women's Health. We discussed the need for value-based care in women's health and the ways Privia is supporting OBGYNs.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Keith Berkle

• https://virginiawomenscenter.com/doctors/dr-keith-p-berkle/

I interviewed Amani Bright, senior program manager of Springboard Enterprises, and Julia Lasater, management consulting analyst at Accenture, about Part 2 of their State of Women's Health report.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Amani Bright and Julia Lasater

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/amani-bright/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-lasater-027354180

I interviewed Margaret Malone, principal at Flare Capital Partners. We discussed the latest investment trends in the women's health space.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia

• [email protected]

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/

• Connect with Margaret Malone

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretgmalone/

In this episode, I interviewed Maggie McCullough, CEO of PolicyMap. We discussed the ways the federal government can improve the collection of maternal health data.

Episode Resources

• Connect with Marissa Plescia
• [email protected]
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaplescia/
• Connect with Maggie McCullough
• https://www.policymap.com/about/our-team#maggie-mccullough