Episodes

  • Transforming Dermatology: Prioritizing Patient Care and Integrity with Dr. Stephen Lewellis, board-certified dermatologist, founder, and owner at Above & Beyond Dermatology

    Transforming Dermatology: Prioritizing Patient Care and Integrity with Dr. Stephen Lewellis, board-certified dermatologist, founder, and owner at Above & Beyond Dermatology
    Jan 3 2025
    An independent dermatology practice prioritizes patient care and integrity over profits while aiming to improve geographic health equity through innovative business practices. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Lewellis, founder of Above & Beyond Dermatology, shares his unconventional journey into medicine. Initially pursuing a medical career for its stability, Dr. Lewellis recently discovered his true passion as an independent physician, aligning with his values and goals despite the risks. His practice prioritizes patient experience and care integrity over profit, unlike larger hospital systems driven by market incentives. Dr. Lewellis employs unique business practices, such as accepting Medicare and Medicaid, avoiding direct contracts with commercial insurance, and providing personalized care. Throughout the conversation, he touches on improving geographic health equity through dermatology clinical trials, the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship, and the future of his practice. Tune in to learn how Dr. Lewellis is transforming patient care and promoting health equity through innovative business practices. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Stephen Lewellis on LinkedIn. Follow Above & Beyond Dermatology on LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to The Direct Care Derm Podcast.
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    22 mins
  • The Silent Kidney Killer And How To Detect It Early with Tom Calabro, Assistant Vice President of Cardiac Service Line for Atrium Health

    The Silent Kidney Killer And How To Detect It Early with Tom Calabro, Assistant Vice President of Cardiac Service Line for Atrium Health
    Dec 30 2024
    Accurate urine output monitoring is crucial for early detection and management of acute kidney injury. In this episode, Tom Calabro, Assistant Vice President of Cardiac Service Line for Atrium Health, discusses the importance of automated urine collection systems in today's fast-paced, data-driven healthcare environment, particularly concerning AKI. He explains AKI, its causes, and how it is categorized into pre-renal, intrinsic, and post-renal phases. Tom highlights the significance of urine output as an early indicator of AKI, emphasizing its role in timely intervention and improved patient outcomes, even amidst nursing shortages. He also shares his experience with the Akron automated urine collection system, praising its accuracy, EMR integration, ability to predict AKI onset up to 30 hours earlier, and overall contribution to enhanced patient care. Tune in and learn how automated urine output monitoring can empower nurses, improve patient safety, and ultimately save lives! Resources: Connect with and follow Tom Calabro on LinkedIn. Follow Atrium Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
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    12 mins
  • Building a Sustainable Practice: A Psychologist's Journey in Balancing Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Jeremy Sharp, founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling and host of The Testing Psychology Podcast

    Building a Sustainable Practice: A Psychologist's Journey in Balancing Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Jeremy Sharp, founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling and host of The Testing Psychology Podcast
    Dec 27 2024
    Balancing business growth with personal fulfillment is essential; sometimes, the best path forward is to scale back rather than push for continuous expansion. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Sharp, founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling and host of The Testing Psychology Podcast, shares insights from his journey of founding a successful private practice and discusses the unique challenges psychologists face when running their own businesses. He talks about his passion for sharing business wisdom with other psychologists through his podcast. Reflecting on recent changes to "right-size" his practice, Jeremy provides a candid look at balancing business growth with personal fulfillment. Tune in to learn insights on managing growth while scaling back and maintaining mental well-being while leading a thriving practice. Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jeremy Sharp on LinkedIn. Follow the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling on LinkedIn and explore their website. Listen to The Testing Psychologist Podcast and visit their website. Explore the Reverb Reports AI website.
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    12 mins
  • Revolutionizing Virtual Care with At-Home Biometric Kits with Travis Rush, co-founder and CEO of Reperio Health

    Revolutionizing Virtual Care with At-Home Biometric Kits with Travis Rush, co-founder and CEO of Reperio Health
    Dec 23 2024
    At-home biometric kits and AI-driven virtual health consultations enhance healthcare accessibility and efficiency. In this episode, co-founder and CEO of Reperio Health, Travis Rush shares his innovative approach to enhancing virtual care. Reperio Health aims to make healthcare more accessible with its at-home biometric kit, which provides key health metrics within minutes and includes biometric devices and a centralized hub that connects with an app for a seamless user experience. This solution addresses the inconvenience that prevents many from visiting doctors regularly by easily and efficiently providing foundational health data. Integrating AI and connecting with healthcare databases, Reperio offers comprehensive virtual health consultations, setting a new standard for telehealth. Travis emphasizes the importance of responsibly embracing new technologies and AI to alleviate healthcare professional shortages and improve care delivery. Tune in to learn how Reperio Health is revolutionizing virtual care! Resources: Connect with and follow Travis Rush on LinkedIn. Follow Reperio Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
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    11 mins
  • Part 1: Conquer Launch Complexity: Strategies For Pharma Success with Keitel Suri, Vice President of Launch Excellence at Lumanity

    Part 1: Conquer Launch Complexity: Strategies For Pharma Success with Keitel Suri, Vice President of Launch Excellence at Lumanity
    Dec 20 2024
    Launching a pharmaceutical brand is a complex and high-stakes endeavor, requiring a smarter and faster approach supported by technology to ensure timely decision-making. In the first part of this amazing conversation, Saul Marquez introduces "IGNITE," an innovative launch readiness tool designed by former pharma leaders aimed at enhancing launch planning and collaboration in the pharma industry. In a conversation with Keitel Suri, Vice President of Launch Excellence at Lumanity, insights are shared on navigating pharmaceutical launches effectively, emphasizing the importance of preparation and readiness amidst the evolving landscape. They discuss the critical role of frameworks and platforms like IGNITE in providing a single source of truth, reducing administrative burdens, and fostering transparent decision-making in the high-pressure environment of pharma launches. Tune in and learn how the right tools and framework can transform your launch strategy and maximize your chances of success! Resources: Watch Part 1 here. Connect with and follow Keitel Suri on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lumanity on their LinkedIn and explore their website. Discover more about IGNITE here.
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    19 mins
  • How Salivary Screening is Key to Understanding Healthcare with Dr. Tina Saw and Brian Jones

    How Salivary Screening is Key to Understanding Healthcare with Dr. Tina Saw and Brian Jones
    Dec 19 2024
    Imagine a world where a simple saliva test can transform oral health care, prevent disease, and bridge the gap between dentistry and overall wellness. In this episode, Dr. Tina Saw and Brian Jones discuss their collaboration to improve oral health outcomes for underserved populations using salivary diagnostics. This proactive, data-driven technology has the potential to transform oral health into a broader wellness strategy by streamlining care, enhancing collaboration, and personalizing recommendations. Tune in to learn how groundbreaking salivary diagnostics are revolutionizing oral health care and improving lives, especially for underserved populations! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Tina Saw on LinkedIn. Follow Oral Genome on LinkedIn and discover their website! Follow Harmony Health on LinkedIn and explore their website! Connect with and follow Brian Jones on LinkedIn. Follow Avēsis on LinkedIn and visit their website! Follow Team Smile on Instagram and check out their website! Learn more about Avēsis and Harmony Health Launch Pioneering Salivary Testing Pilot for Patients with Special Healthcare Needs here! Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.
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    30 mins
  • Innovative Approaches to Streamline Healthcare Delivery with Travis Parkinson, President, Healthcare at Sidekick Health

    Innovative Approaches to Streamline Healthcare Delivery with Travis Parkinson, President, Healthcare at Sidekick Health
    Dec 19 2024
    Sidekick Health’s digital care platform utilizes AI to personalize patient care and reduce healthcare waste, transforming the future of healthcare delivery. In this episode, Travis Parkinson, president of Sidekick Health’s healthcare business, discusses how Sidekick is tackling challenges faced by US payers, such as declining reimbursement rates and inefficient care management. He introduces the digital continuum of care platform, offering over 20 therapeutic programs that improve patient engagement and reduce healthcare waste. The episode highlights how Sidekick uses AI to personalize care, streamline workflows, and alleviate clinician burnout, resulting in significant reductions in inpatient visits. Travis also emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and encourages engagement with Sidekick through social media. Tune in to discover how Sidekick Health is pioneering digital health innovations and transforming the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect with and follow Travis Parkinson on LinkedIn. Follow Sidekick Health on LinkedIn and explore their website.
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    14 mins
  • Transforming Healthcare: Gerard Odafe on Digital Innovation and Value-Based Care

    Transforming Healthcare: Gerard Odafe on Digital Innovation and Value-Based Care
    Dec 18 2024
    Digital transformation in healthcare is reshaping patient care and driving innovations in value-based outcomes. In this episode, Gerard Odafe, Associate Director of Digital Products and Services at Baxter, discusses his journey from aerospace to healthcare, sharing how digital innovation transforms patient care and outcomes. He recounts experiences at Cleveland Clinic, Highmark Health, and Baxter, highlighting the growing role of digital health tools in enhancing patient care and value-based outcomes. Gerard talks about how vertical integration enables control over insurance and care delivery, facilitating accelerated innovation and targeted interventions. He stresses the importance of a people-centered approach, effective communication, and empathy in healthcare advancements, cautioning against over-reliance on AI without personalized care. Tune in to explore how digital health tools and innovative strategies revolutionize healthcare delivery and enhance patient outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Gerard Odafe on LinkedIn. Follow Baxter on LinkedIn and visit their website.
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    41 mins