The White Coat Podcast

What if one personal loss could become a mission to help millions of women?In this episode of The White Coat Network, we sit down with Sonja Dinner, Founder and President of The DEAR Foundation Switzerland and the driving force behind the DearYou breast-health awareness movement.Sonja’s journey into breast cancer awareness began after she lost a close friend to the disease. She decided to turn that loss into a mission: help women around the world access reliable information and detect breast cancer earlier.With her background as a technology entrepreneur, Sonja saw the potential of digital tools to take health education beyond hospitals and cities — including to women in remote and underserved communities.Today, the DearYou App provides breast-health education, breast self-examination guidance and other women's health tools in multiple languages.In this deeply personal and insightful conversation, we discuss:The personal story that inspired Sonja’s missionWhy breast cancer awareness remains a global challengeWhy early detection mattersThe story behind The DEAR FoundationHow the DearYou App is helping women understand breast healthCan technology bridge healthcare awareness gaps?Reaching women in rural and underserved communitiesThe importance of health education and health literacyWhy multilingual healthcare information mattersHow doctors, organisations and communities can work togetherThe future of the DearYou movementSonja’s message to every woman and familySonja Dinner did not begin with a medical degree or a cancer research laboratory.She began with a personal loss — and a promise.That promise became The DEAR Foundation and a mission to make breast-health information more accessible to women around the world.Because sometimes, changing healthcare begins with one person deciding that someone else’s story should not end the same way.GuestSonja DinnerFounder & President, The DEAR Foundation SwitzerlandFounder, DearYou / DearMamma initiativeLinkedIn:   / sonjadinner  Guest & FoundationDearYou App:https://www.dearyou.org/The DEAR Foundation:https://thedearfoundation.ch/The White Coat Network:Instagram: https://tr.ee/kvAQ1IZ7t2YouTube : https://tr.ee/an7zjf-kf5Spotify: The White Coat NetworkApple Podcasts: The White Coat NetworkX: @twc__podcastLinkedIn:   / dashboard  WhatsApp Community: Email: [email protected] the HostSachin Chauhan is the founder of The White Coat Network. With over 10 years of experience in healthcare leadership and communication, he brings powerful conversations with doctors, scientists, healthcare leaders and innovators to the forefront — making healthcare more relatable, human and accessible.Want to Be Our Next Guest?Recommend a doctor, healthcare leader, founder, scientist or healthcare innovator for a future episode:🔗 Guest Recommendation Form:https://forms.gle/mvbyUfd8cnPsBMQM9

At Hospex 2026, we explore the future of healthcare innovation, AI-powered solutions, and the challenges facing healthtech entrepreneurs.In this conversation, our guest shares valuable insights on why healthcare innovation must begin with real-world problems, how startups can bridge critical gaps in healthcare, and why AI should support—not replace—human intelligence. In This Episode:

• The biggest opportunities for healthcare and medtech startups
• How AI can transform healthcare while protecting patient privacy
• Why human intelligence remains essential in medical decisions
• Solving healthcare challenges through affordability and accessibility
• What every healthcare startup founder should understand before building a product
• How Blockchain for Impact supports healthcare research and innovation

The future of healthcare isn’t just about creating new technology. It’s about creating solutions that genuinely improve people’s lives.Watch the full conversation and discover what it takes to build meaningful healthcare innovation.Subscribe to The White Coat Network for more conversations with healthcare leaders, innovators, doctors, and entrepreneurs.#HealthcareInnovation #AIinHealthcare #HealthTech #HealthcareStartups #TheWhiteCoatNetwork

Not all capital is created equal. And the wrong investor can cost a founder far more than money.Raising capital is one of the most consequential decisions in a startup's journey. But beyond valuation and cheque size, how should founders decide who deserves a place on their cap table?In this episode of The White Coat Podcast by The White Coat Network, we welcome Mr. Devang Mehta once again for a deeper conversation about fundraising, investor alignment, and the decisions that can shape a startup's future.We explore what founders should look for in a capital partner, the hidden costs of raising the wrong capital, and why patience, trust, and shared expectations matter just as much as the money itself.In this conversation, we discuss:What founders should look for in an investor beyond valuation and cheque sizeThe hidden costs of choosing the wrong capital partnerHow to assess an investor's patience and long-term commitmentThe questions every founder should ask an investor before accepting fundingBalancing investor expertise and networks with pressure to growWhether raising capital too early can hamper startup growthWhat “smart money” genuinely meansHow to compare angel investors, angel groups, and venture capital firmsOne important fundraising lesson every founder should understandWhether you're building a healthcare startup, preparing for your first funding round, or evaluating your next investment partner, this conversation offers perspectives worth considering before you sign the term sheet.Because fundraising isn't just about securing capital. It's about choosing the right partner for the journey ahead.Watch till the end: What is one thing founders should understand better about fundraising?The White Coat PodcastPresented by The White Coat Network, A Global Healthcare Media Network.Subscribe for conversations with healthcare leaders, founders, investors, and innovators shaping the future of healthcare.Timestamps:00:00 Trailer00:24 Guest Introduction01:00 What Should You Look for in a Capital Partner Beyond Valuation and Cheque Size?02:34 Why Your Choice of Investor Matters?03:56 How Can Founders Assess the Right Investor?05:50 The Right Questions Founders Should Ask Investors06:30 Balancing Investor Networks, Expertise and the Freedom to Grow08:45 Does Raising Capital Too Early Hamper Startup Growth?11:11 Angels, Angel Groups or VC Capital: How Should Founders Choose?12:20 What Founders Should Know About Fundraising13:25 Rapid Fire with a VC Expert14:40 Guest’s Experience on TWCN

In this episode of The White Coat Network, we sit down with Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar, a distinguished scientist, endocrinologist and breast cancer researcher whose career has spanned India, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the United States.Dr. Bhatnagar discovered letrozole in 1985, a drug that went on to become one of the most widely used medicines for a major form of breast cancer. His work has touched the lives of millions of women around the world.But his mission today goes beyond drug discovery.As Scientific Advisor to The DEAR Foundation, Dr. Bhatnagar is working to improve breast cancer awareness and early detection, particularly in remote and rural communities.In this deeply insightful conversation, we discuss:🔹 Why breast cancer is still diagnosed at an advanced stage🔹 What happens after a breast cancer diagnosis🔹 Early detection and screening🔹 Tests used to detect breast cancer🔹 Can breast cancer actually be prevented?🔹 Lifestyle, obesity and breast cancer risk🔹 Alcohol and breast cancer🔹 Why India needs better breast cancer awareness🔹 Can multilingual health education reach more women?🔹 The *DearYou App* and breast self-examination🔹 How technology can make health information easier to understand🔹 The role of doctors, schools and families in prevention🔹 Dr. Bhatnagar’s message to every woman and familyFrom lives Science to Saving LivesWhat makes Dr. Bhatnagar’s story remarkable is the journey from scientific discovery to public health awareness.His work on letrozole changed breast cancer treatment. Today, his focus is on helping women recognise potential warning signs earlier and encouraging timely medical attention.Because awareness can lead to action. And early action can save lives.Guest Channels:Youtube:    / @dearyouapp_health  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearyouapp?...Linkedin:   / the-dear-foundation  Website: https://thedearfoundation.ch/foundati...The White Coat Network Channel Links:Instagram   / twc_.podcas.  .Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VYl...Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast...Facebook – / englishwithsach Twitter – (@twc__podcast): https://x.com/twc__podcast?t=AfeKVAXK...LinkedIn: / the-white-coat-podcast WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dy50mfagYps...Email: [email protected] Channels:Linkedin: / sachin-chauhan-421721b2 Twitter: https://x.com/sachin_xmAbout the Host:Sachin Chauhan is the founder of The White Coat Network. With over 10 years of experience in healthcare leadership and communication, he brings powerful conversations with India’s top medical professionals to the forefront—making medicine more relatable, human, and inspiring.

India is one of the youngest nations in the world. But as life expectancy increases, another reality is emerging: India is also ageing rapidly.Over the coming decades, India's elderly population is expected to grow significantly, placing new demands on hospitals, families and the healthcare system.But the real question is not just how long we live. It is how well we live as we age.In this episode of The White Coat Podcast by The White Coat Network (TWCN), we speak with Dr. Prem Narasimhan, Consultant in Geriatric Medicine.Together, we explore the science, challenges and realities of healthy ageing in India.We also discuss the personal regrets older patients share, the biggest misconceptions about ageing, and what young people should start doing today to maximise their chances of living a healthier, more independent life in their 80s.Connect with Dr. Prem :Instagram: https://instagram.com/prem_prem123?cp...Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-prem-n...Connect with TWCN :Instagram - https://instagram.com/twc__network?vr...Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VYl...Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast...Facebook –   / 1p6j6p.  .Twitter – (@twc__podcast): https://x.com/twc__podcast?t=AfeKVAXK...LinkedIn: / thewhitecoatnetwork WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dy50mfagYps...Email: [email protected] with Sachin :Linkedin: / sachin-chauhan-421721b2 Twitter: https://x.com/sachin_twcn?s=21

In this episode of The White Coat Podcast, we have Dr. Rohit Damor in conversation with Sachin Chauhan.Dr. Rohit Damor is one of India’s top Arthroscopy & Sports Injury Surgeons with over 16 years of experience. He completed his MBBS and MS (Orthopedics) from B.J Medical College With expertise spanning across India, Australia, South Korea, and France, Dr. Damor brings cutting-edge orthopedic care to patients worldwide. Completed fellowship training associated with Flinders University and Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide (Australia), including the IMRI-ISKSAA Arthroplasty & Arthroscopy Fellowship under Dr. Jegan Krishnan (2014).Undertook Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Sai Institute of Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy (SISA), Hyderabad under Dr. K. Raghuveer Reddy (2013).Completed Arthroplasty & Arthroscopy Fellowship at the Sancheti Institute of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Pune (2013), a well-known orthopedic training center.Received Short-term Arthroscopy Fellowship under Dr. Sanjay Trivedi in Ahmedabad (2012).Completed Shoulder Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Observership under Dr. Ashish Babhulkar in Pune (2012).In this episode, Dr. Damor shares his journey from traditional orthopaedic practice to becoming a leader in modern Arthroscopy surgery.We have discussed:• How physiotherapy, posture, and lifestyle changes play a vital role in Joint health.• Myths and facts about robotic spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques.• Common causes of back pain today — including stress, genetics, and sedentary lifestyle.• Why educating patients is the most powerful tool in Arthroscopy treatment and recovery?.A must-watch episode for physiotherapists, orthopaedic students, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking expert-backed advice on Joint care and modern surgical practices.Guest Channels:Youtube:    / @rohitdamor931   Instagram:   / drrohitdamororthopaedic  Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrohitda...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Axmvc...Website: https://drrohitdamor.comThe White Coat Network Channel Links:Instagram   / twc_.podcas.  .Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VYl...Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast...Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1P6J6P...Twitter – (@twc__podcast): https://x.com/twc__podcast?t=AfeKVAXK...LinkedIn:   / thewhitecoatnetwork  WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dy50mfagYps...Email: [email protected] Channels:Linkedin: / sachin-chauhan-421721b2 Twitter: https://x.com/sachin_twcn?s=21About the Host:Sachin Chauhan is the founder of The White Coat Network. With over 10 years of experience in healthcare leadership and communication, he brings powerful conversations with India’s top medical professionals to the forefront, making healthcare more relatable, human, and inspiring.

A Doctor… who became the patient.This episode will change how you see medicine forever.What happens when someone who heals others is suddenly forced to fight for her own life?In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, Dr. Jenna Taglienti shares her journey through lung cancer, not just as a patient, but as a doctor who thought she understood health… until everything changed.This is not just a story about illness.This is a story about time, priorities, burnout, and what truly matters.If you’re a doctor, nurse, healthcare professional…or simply someone who keeps postponing life—You need to watch this.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why “looking healthy” means nothing in medicineThe emotional shift from doctor → patientThe hidden cost of medical trainingWhy doctors are silently sacrificing their livesThe truth about “endurance” in healthcareHow to stop postponing life before it’s too lateOne line that will stay with you:"The meaning of my work is profound… but my presence at home is irreplaceable."About the Guest – Dr. Jenna TaglientiA physician, a fighter, and a voice every doctor needs to hear.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAhFK...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtags1025?i...X (Twitter): https://x.com/jenna_taglientiAbout The White Coat NetworkReal stories. Raw truths. Healthcare like you’ve never heard before.Explore more: https://linktr.ee/TWC_Network?utm_sou...If this hits you… don’t ignore it.Like. Share. Send it to a doctor who needs this today.Because sometimes…the people saving lives are forgetting to live theirs.Chapters :00:00 – The Moment Everything Changed01:42 – “I Looked Healthy…”04:50 – The Diagnosis No One Expects08:20 – From Doctor to Patient12:10 – The Emotional Breakdown16:00 – What Medicine Gets Wrong19:45 – Work vs Family Reality23:30 – Stop Postponing Life27:10 – Redefining Success30:10 – Message to Young Doctors32:10 – Final Truth Every Doctor Must Hear

In this episode, we sit down with Devang Mehta, Venture Partner at Anthill Ventures, to decode the reality of healthcare startups, investments, and innovations.We dive deep into:0:00 Trailer0:24 Purpose of The White Coat Network0:45 Guest Introduction1:23 Why Passionate Startups Fail to Scale?2:28 Talking about New Startup Early Sign4:07 What are the Challenges Mr. Devang come across with Energetic Founders5:45 Docterpreneurs Successful or Unsuccessful?7:14 Importance of Articulation in Startups9:50 What marks the Failure of Startups.11:39 How can a Non Business Background Founder be Successful14:50 Silicon Valley Vs Indian Startups Ecosystem17:48 Other Upcoming /Existing Startups in the Health Care Industry18:48 Ecosystem Support for Health care Startups19:40 Skills relevant for Startup Economy22:10 How Sports and Health Compliment each Other24:04 What worries Mr. Devang most in Indian Startups26:31 Thanking Guest26:51 How can we Make The White Coat Network better.

In this important conversation, Dr. Devi Shetty issues a clear warning about the growing danger of antibiotic misuse.Antibiotics are being overused, misused, and taken without real necessity—pushing the world toward antimicrobial resistance (AMR), where common infections may no longer respond to treatment.This is not a future problem.It’s already affecting outcomes in surgery, ICU care, and routine infections.In this video, he shares:Why casual antibiotic use is dangerousHow AMR threatens modern medicineWhat doctors and patients must change—nowThis message matters for doctors, healthcare professionals, and the public alike.Watch till the end.Share this with someone who believes antibiotics are “harmless.”The White Coat NetworkCredible conversations. Real healthcare impact.

In this 5-minute clip from The White Coat Network, Dr. Niraj Vasavada (Senior Spine Surgeon) explains the everyday mistakes that silently damage our spine and the simple habits that can prevent years of pain.You’ll learn:The biggest cause of back pain todayWhy sitting wrong is more harmful than heavy liftingThe role of core strength in spine protectionEarly warning signs you should never ignore5 daily habits for a pain-free spineIf you sit for long hours or often feel stiffness, this may be the most important 5 minutes you watch today.Watch the full episode with Dr. Niraj Vasavada for complete insights:Your spine carries you through life, take care of it.