The TechLink Health Podcast

One of the positives during the current pandemic is that both healthcare professionals and consumers have made gains in expanding the possibilities of the health curve, in particular with the use of digital technologies related to therapeutic devices, telehealth, and remote monitoring, however, overall health literacy remains an opportunity and is positioned for even more growth.

Today’s episode gives listeners unique insights into the world of health with a particular focus on health literacy.

This episode’s guest is Dr. Ogan Gurel, a Chief Science Officer, founder of The Mini Medical School, Mini-MD, and author of Waves, The Book, which is a story that recounts the adventures of the contemplative and idealistic Tomas, a doctor-turned-entrepreneur who’s discovered a new technology with both medical and military applications. His experiences span the executive, marketing, clinical and R&D domains, with sector expertise in medical devices, digital health, medical imaging, and biopharma as well as academic research focused on protein electrodynamics and terahertz medicine. He also serves as a venture partner in addition to several academic appointments.

Dr. Gurel holds an MD and MPhil in Biochemistry & Molecular Biophysics from Columbia University as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemical Sciences from Harvard, where he conducted research in molecular dynamics with Martin Karplus, who was awarded the 2013 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Dr. Gurel @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ogangurel/.

This episode was hosted by Justine Reiss.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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One of the silver linings of the current pandemic is the acceleration of virtual technologies to connect global communities. On one hand, this has resulted in the emergence of decentralized communities connecting around common purposes, on the other hand, this has contributed to increases in mental health issues related to loneliness and isolation among remote professionals. Executive leaders are not immune to these trends, and while the topic of executive wellbeing is certainly not a new theme, it has started to gain priority as the world moves toward a post-pandemic operating environment.

This episode covers the topic, and more, ranging from expat living to the power of meditative wearables and apps such as the Muse Headband to the role companies play in promoting care initiatives.

This episode’s guest is Nick Jonsson, Co-founder & Managing Director at EGN Singapore - Asia's largest Peer Network for Executives & Business Owners, #1 International Best Selling Author, Mental Health Advocate as well as a PR Award Winner, Keynote Speaker, Athlete, and ICF Coach. He is the author of Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety & Depression in the Modern Business World. His mission is strongly tied to the power of leading a purposeful life of healthy habits, with a particular focus on helping top executives manage the loneliness that comes with senior positions while enhancing their companies’ strategies, innovations, digital transformation, fintech, sustainability, supply chain, and other initiatives. Nick holds both a Master’s Degree in Public Relations and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Business from Bond University in Australia.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with EGN Singapore @ https://egnsingapore.com/.

This episode was hosted by Justine Reiss.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app. For Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Therapists, Counsellors, Clinicians, and Coaches that use the Muse Connect platform as an innovative way of introducing meditation into your practice, be sure to #Muse in your TechLink Health bio.

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The current pandemic has led to explosive investments in future of health technologies, primarily through venture capital channels. This is the first episode of the TechLink Wealth series discussing various thesis in the realm of venture capital and alternative investment strategies. The episode covers topics ranging from health as a foundation to a nation's wealth to differences in Eastern and Western philosophies to ways of getting involved in private sector investments.

This episode’s guest is Joseph Mocanu, a healthtech investor currently serving as a Managing Director of Verge HealthTech Fund and Verge Capital Management as well as a Non-Executive Director and Advisory Board Member to a variety of startups. In his work, he invests in ​​ technology-led solutions that enable prevention, health system efficiency, or definitive cures, with a particular focus on Asian markets. Joseph has a Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto, an MBA focused on health sector entrepreneurship from the Ivey School of Business at Western University, and a Molecular Genetics and Molecular Biology focused degree from the University of Toronto.

To note, the information, statements, comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast do not constitute and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Verge HealthTech Fund @ https://vergehc.com.

This episode was hosted by Justine Reiss.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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Addressing gaps in health equity continues to be a focal point in the quest for healthier outcomes at scale, which ultimately creates a discussion around social determinants of health, one of the root causes for disparities. This episode digs deeper into the topic and highlights best practices in the space.

This episode’s guest is Maria Fernanda Levis, an entrepreneurial leader focused on removing barriers to health through her work as the Founder and CEO of Impactivo Consulting. Maria holds a Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Health Policy and Negotiations from the Harvard Kennedy School and a Master’s in Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health, a Certification as a Data Science Manager from John Hopkins University, and recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home Content Expert from the National Coalition for Quality Assurance.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Maria and Impactivo @ https://www.impactivo.com/.

This episode was hosted by Justine Reiss.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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The healthcare ecosystem consists of many interconnected relationships and occupations, and in terms of numbers, registered nurses are the largest component of the healthcare workforce, and they play a critical role in the quest for healthier outcomes. Today's episode covers a range of topics from the role of RNs in the future of digital health to trust marketing to ways of pursuing purpose-driven side gigs.

This episode's guest is David Sanchez, a practicing registered nurse, CEO of Life Transformation Recovery, and Founder of Digitalis Medical, a growth marketing agency specializing in healthcare SEO, content marketing, and medical blog writing. His mission is strongly tied to helping practitioners achieve more online visibility and connect with new patients while building greater trust.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with David @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsanchezrn/.

This episode was hosted by Justine Reiss.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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The current pandemic has exposed many vulnerabilities in the healthcare ecosystem while also highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts across a range of disciplines. Today’s episode focuses on the role microbiology plays in the broader healthcare ecosystem and how it will continue to evolve in shaping the future of health and wellbeing.

This episode’s guest is Dr. Sarah Jung, a scientific director of clinical microbiology for the Children’s Hospital Colorado. Previously, Dr. Jung has served as a fellow with the Mayo Clinic and special volunteer with the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Jung has a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from the Tufts University School of Medicine, a Master’s in Biology from American University, in addition to a Bachelor’s in Chemistry from the University of Maryland College Park.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Dr. Jung @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahandersonjung/

This episode was hosted by Margarita Khosh and Dr. Rodney Samaan.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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As the current pandemic continues to influence the future of healthcare, it’s an opportunistic time for business operators, CFO’s, and companies to learn more about health plan finance. Today’s episode focuses on alternative funding strategies for health and wellness services.

This episode’s guest is Zach Redman, a health benefits strategist, currently Vice President of Business Development for Evolution Healthcare, an alternatively funded health care plan tailored to the needs of a variety of employers. During his work, he is focused on changing how employers buy and interact with health plans by helping groups better understand fully-insured versus self-funded models.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Zach @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-redman-1529b424/

This episode was hosted by Govind Shantharam, MD and Dr. Rodney Samaan.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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As the healthcare industry continues to rethink the future, there’s been notable advances in the use of digital technologies to accelerate the change, particularly as it relates to telehealth and remote patient monitoring. This episode explores such topics while also highlighting the emergence of a telehealth+ future to connect the dots in healthcare delivery.

Today’s guest is Dr. Rodney Samaan. Dr. Samaan is a practicing cardiologist with interests and expertise in technologies that are disrupting the analog healthcare system. He is specialized in echocardiography, nuclear medicine, pediatrics, public health, epidemiology, weight loss, healthy aging, nutrition, and preventive cardiology. In addition, he is the co-founder of Invivocure and TechLink Health as well as an advisor to a variety of health tech startups.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Dr. Samaan @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/samaan

This episode was hosted by Govind Shantharam, MD.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for digital health, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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While the current pandemic has presented many challenges for healthcare practitioners, it has also created new opportunities to reflect and rethink the future of health and wellbeing.  A part of this reflection process and journey is finding ways to energize a profession to leverage your skills and expertise in new ways, while harmonizing the past with personal interests and natural strengths.

This episode explores such topics while also touching on the value of evidence based medicine, the importance of early stage career mapping, and ways to combat burnout through interesting side gigs. 

Today's guest is Dr. Payal Kohli, a noninvasive cardiologist with interests and expertise in advanced echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and women's heart disease. She has trained at some of the world's premier institutions, including MIT, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital and UCSF. She holds board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Medicine, and Vascular Ultrasound. In her spare time, she enjoys writing essays reflecting on the practice of medicine and promoting patient education through lectures. She’s also a TV personality as the NBC Local/KUSA On-Air Medical Expert, and also as the health expert on the show Daily Blast Live.

A note that this episode was originally recorded in late October 2020.

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Dr. Kohli @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/payal-kohli-md-facc-88286743/

This episode was hosted by Govind Shantharam, MD and Dr. Rodney Samaan.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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This episode is part 2 of a series focused on unpacking the role that blockchain and web 3.0 play in the future of global health.  In a post-pandemic environment, as the healthcare industry embarks on a new wave of innovation, it's important to understand the next generation technologies that can help to create the future ecosystem.

This episode's guest is Dr. Samantha Nazareth, digital health champion, Chief Medical Officer, and practicing gastroenterologist, as well as strategic advisor to a variety of startups and digital health organizations. 

Other topics range from the emerging bio-revolution to the computational power of DNA to lessons learned from scuba diving and exploring the land beneath the seas. 

For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Dr. Nazareth @ https://www.drsamnazareth.com

This episode was hosted by Govind Shantharam, MD.

If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app.

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