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Imagine this: a patient arrives in the ER, their life hanging in the balance. The clock is ticking, and the pressure is overwhelming. But hereâs the thingâitâs not just about having the right knowledge or tools. Itâs about how a team, often strangers to each other, can come together in seconds to deliver the right care at the right moment. This âlast mileâ problemâgetting critical care to the patient when and where itâs neededâis one of the most urgent challenges in healthcare.
This is where Dr. Dan Dworkis comes in. Dan is an emergency physician, researcher, and the Chief Medical Officer of the Mission Critical Teams Institute. With a background in molecular medicine and emergency care, Dan has spent his career studying how individuals and teams perform under pressure. His work isnât just about saving lives in the ERâitâs about understanding the science of stress, resilience, and teamwork, and applying those lessons to high-stakes environments everywhere.
Danâs journey started with a love for science and technology, but it was in the emergency department where he found his calling. There, he saw how systemic issuesâlike access to care, poverty, and social inequitiesâintersected with medicine. But what really grabbed his attention was the art of performance under pressure: how people and teams rise to the occasion in the most demanding moments.
Through his work at the Mission Critical Teams Institute, Dan has collaborated with organizations like NASA, fire departments, and space programs to rethink how teams prepare for and respond to crisis. His insights are helping reshape how we think about stress, teamwork, and delivering results when it matters most.
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Every day, in many communities without enough resources, millions suffer from blindness that could be prevented. A lack of proper eye care, old training methods, and few modern tools leave many in the dark. In places where a simple cataract surgery could bring back both sight and hope, big challenges and a shortage of new ideas block the way.
Inspired by these problems, an amazing journey spans continents and changes lives. Born in a small town in Virginia, Dr. Hunter CherwekâVice President, Clinical Services and Technologies at Orbis Internationalâtook a path from the halls of Duke and Emory Universities to remote parts of the world. What began as a simple interest in medicine grew into a strong promise to end preventable blindness. A life-changing experience in Kenya set him on a course that reshaped his mission in eye care and pushed him to find better solutions for communities in need.
Dr. Cherwek is a well-known eye doctor and he is also a visionary who mixes the latest technology with a deep passion for teaching. His work at Orbis International, especially on the famous Flying Eye Hospital, has helped perform surgeries that restore sight in over 20 countries. He also created a prize-winning online learning and remote care program that supports health workers around the world. His six years as Medical Director of Strategic Markets in Beijing show his steady drive to change old ways and bring better eye care all over the world.
In this episode, Dr. Cherwek explains how a lucky scholarship and early global experiences shaped his promise to end preventable blindness, the challenges of providing modern eye care in low-resource areas, and how using tools like remote care and training simulations can change how we teach and treat patients. Here is our conversation.
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When patients leave the hospital, they often face a dangerous gap in careâa system where outdated methods and heavy paperwork leave them at risk for complications, repeat visits, and needless stress. Every day, many worry about returning home without the clear, compassionate support they need, and the burden falls on both patients and overworked care teams.
In this episode, we highlight a leader who turned personal loss into a mission for change. Yoni Shtein, the CEO and co-founder of Laguna Health, brings a blend of technical skill and business insightâfrom his early days in software engineering and high-stakes finance to confronting very human challenges. After the sudden loss of his mother-in-law, a tragedy that sparked his drive to improve post-hospital care, Yoni set out to build a solution that bridges the critical gap between hospital discharge and complete recovery.
Laguna Health has earned special recognition as the ADAPT awardee from the UCSF Rosenman Institute for its innovative approach to care management. Their breakthrough AI-powered co-pilot has also been honored with the Time Best Inventions Award. In addition, their work has been validated through strong clinical research partnerships with renowned institutions like Mayo Clinic and UCSF, and their collaboration with Elevance Health underscores their growing impact on care transitions.
Tune in as we explore Yoniâs journey from personal loss to healthcare leadership, discuss the evolution of Laguna Healthâs groundbreaking technology, and uncover the insights that are changing how we think about post-hospital recovery.
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Meeting Jason McKeown was like watching someone quietly change the future of healthcare. I first met him through the Rosenman Innovators programâwhere his company, Neurovalens, was honored in 2022âand it quickly became clear that his vision goes beyond ordinary medicine. A UK-trained doctor with a PhD in non-invasive neurostimulation, Jason is not only a doctor or a researcher; heâs a forward-thinking leader who has spent more than a decade combining brain science with technology to help people manage anxiety, insomnia, and metabolic disorders.
As the founder and CEO of Neurovalens, Jason has developed devices like Modius Sleep and Modius Stress. Both devices have received FDA approval and work by using gentle electrical signals to adjust the brainstemâthe part of the brain that controls stress and sleep. His journey wasnât easy, though. In our conversation, Jason explained how he balanced working as a doctor in the UK with building a startup until 2017, when he made the big decision to focus entirely on Neurovalens. What began as a project inspired by NASA research at UC San Diego has now grown into a mission to make advanced brain therapies available worldwide.
What impressed me most was Jasonâs determination to challenge the norm. Whether he was sharing how veterans can now access Modius devices through the VA or describing how his teamâs use of remote clinical trials sped up FDA approvals, his work is all about changing the way patient care is delivered.
In this episode, Jason explains the science behind non-invasive neurostimulation, discusses the challenges of growing a medtech startup, and tells how a NASA study on astronautsâ metabolism led to his obesity-focused device. He also shares why treating investors as key customers early on was a game changer for him.
Listening to him, youâll see there is still so much to learn about the brainâand that we might be closer than ever to unlocking its secrets.
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Note: This episode was recorded on December 17, 2024, and reflects the policy landscape and political context of that time.
When Krista Drobac arrived in Washington, D.C., fresh out of college, she had no car, no connections, and no clear pathâjust a determination to make a difference in politics. What began as a leap of faith quickly turned into a lifelong mission to transform healthcare policy. Today, as a founding partner of Sirona Strategies, Krista is a driving force behind some of the most innovative approaches to care deliveryâfrom telehealth to home-based models.
Her career took root in the late 1990s, when she led a groundbreaking campaign for stem cell research, uniting patient groups to advocate for life-changing treatments. Since then, Krista has become a trusted voice in healthcare policy. She is a true leader focused on spotting growth opportunities and mitigating risks stemming from policy changes at both federal and state levels. By merging market dynamics with regulatory shifts in Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial care, she guides companiesâfrom startups to Fortune 10 giantsâin building models of care that capture new opportunities. With deep relationships across both industry and government, and a rich history in the United States Senate, the Obama Administration, the National Governors Association, and state government, she is uniquely qualified to spot trends that drive change. In addition, she founded three coalitions dedicated to ensuring patients have access to telehealth, more home-based care, and integrated social services.
In our conversation, Krista takes us behind the scenes of her journeyâfrom her early days advocating for stem cell research to her current efforts to revolutionize care delivery. She opens up about the challenges of balancing innovation with affordability, the importance of addressing the root causes of chronic disease, and why now is the time for bold, transformative ideas in healthcare.
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When I first spoke with Dr. BJ Miller, I felt the weight of his experiences transform into something unexpectedly hopeful. BJ is a palliative care physician and heâs also a storyteller of lifeâs hardest truths, a triple amputee who turned personal tragedy into a mission to redefine how we approach suffering, dignity, and mortality. Years ago, I watched BJ Millerâs TED Talk on What Really Matters at the End of Life, I was struck by his bold challenge to healthcareâs designâhow it was built around diseases rather than people. He spoke with a clarity that cut through the clinical detachment of modern medicine, emphasizing that suffering is not just something to be erased but an intrinsic part of being human. He invited us to see death and illness not as failures but as natural, even meaningful, parts of life.
When my husband, Dan Rosenman, died suddenly of a heart attack while mountain biking 11 years ago, BJâs words became a lifeline. His reflection on the difference between necessary and unnecessary suffering helped me shift my perspective: rather than trying to âfixâ my grief, I learned to live alongside it and open my eyes to see the beauty of grief. Thatâs why I invited him hereâto share how we might reshape our approach to lifeâs most difficult realities with creativity, presence, and compassion.
Known globally for that groundbreaking talk, he co-founded Mettle Health, a telehealth service providing support for patients and caregivers. His journey began with a life-altering accident at Princeton, where he lost three limbsâan event that reshaped his understanding of vulnerability and resilience. Through his work at UCSF, the Zen Hospice Project, and now Mettle Health, he has challenged medicine to prioritize humanity over cure rates, integrating art, spirituality, and raw honesty into care.
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The obesity epidemic demands solutions that go beyond temporary fixes or single-medication approaches. While drugs like GLP-1 agonists dominate headlines, lasting change requires reimagining care delivery, addressing systemic inefficiencies, and tackling root causes. Enter Sloan Saunders, a former investment banker turned healthcare innovator, whose company FlyteHealth is pioneering a holistic model for obesity treatmentâone that merges financial strategy, advanced technology, and patient-centered care.
After a 15-year career in banking and private equity, Sloan co-founded FlyteHealth to confront the gaps he saw in obesity care: outdated clinical practices, fragmented insurance coverage, and an over-reliance on short-term interventions. Selected for the UCSF Rosenman Innovators Program in 2022, FlyteHealth now partners with employers, payers, and health systemsâincluding a groundbreaking initiative with the state of Connecticutâto deliver scalable, cost-effective care that prioritizes long-term health over quick fixes.
In this episode, Sloan shares his unconventional leap from finance to healthcare entrepreneurship, the lessons that shaped FlyteHealthâs mission, and how technology tackles clinical inefficiencies to personalize care and address root causes. He also offers insights into the future of obesity treatment, from employer partnerships to redefining health investments. Tune in for a candid conversation about disrupting norms, overcoming founder challenges, and building solutions that prove sustainable obesity care is possibleâwhen we look beyond the prescription pad.
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Joanna Strober, Founder & CEO of MIDI Health, is a trailblazer in womenâs health innovation. With a career marked by resilience and vision, Joanna has consistently driven meaningful change across industries. From her early days in venture capital to founding Kurbo Healthâa digital therapeutic for childhood obesity that served tens of thousands of adolescents worldwide before being acquired by Weight Watchers in 2018âJoanna has always sought to make a lasting impact.
Today, she leads MIDI Health, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to transforming womenâs midlife health. Selected as a Rosenman ADAPT finalist, MIDI Health joined the prestigious Rosenman Institute cohort, solidifying its role as the only holistic womenâs health platform for perimenopause and menopause care covered by insurance. Inspired by her own experiences with hormone transition and its profound effects on sleep, energy, weight, and mood, Joanna created MIDI Health to make expert midlife care accessible, equitable, and comprehensive.
In this episode, Joanna shares her unconventional career journey, the lessons sheâs learned from each pivot, and how her personal experiences shaped the mission of MIDI Health. She delves into the challenges of scaling a virtual healthcare platform for menopause, the importance of insurance coverage in digital health, and her vision for a future where women receive the care they deserve. Listeners will gain valuable insights into resilient leadership, healthcare innovation, and the power of turning personal challenges into transformative solutions.
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Dr. Matthew Lungrenâs journey is a testament to the transformative power of empathy, curiosity, and innovation. Starting as an English major, his career took a pivotal turn while volunteering at a Kosovo refugee camp, where he discovered the profound impact of combining knowledge, data, and compassion to address healthcare challengesâparticularly in underserved communities.
Dr. Lungren earned his MD and MPH, practiced as an interventional radiologist, and became a prominent leader in medical AI. At Stanford, he directed the Center for Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Imaging (AIMI), contributing to over 200 publications on groundbreaking research in multi-modal data fusion, computer vision, and natural language processing for healthcare applications. His influence extends beyond academia through his work at Amazon, his popular Stanford Coursera course on machine learning in healthcare, and his current role as Chief Scientific Officer for Microsoft Health & Life Sciences. Dr. Lungren also maintains a part-time clinical practice at UCSF and holds an adjunct professorship at Stanford University, demonstrating his commitment to patient care and mentorship.
In this episode, Dr. Lungren explores the integration of AI into healthcare, offering insights on reducing physician burnout, uncovering new patient data insights, and building a more equitable and innovative future for healthcare.
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Dr. Sanjeev Aroraâs quiet determination and profound sense of purpose shine through in everything he does. A renowned liver disease specialist and visionary social entrepreneur, Dr. Arora has spent over 30 years creating innovative solutions to address some of the most critical gaps in healthcare.
As the Founder and Executive Director of Project ECHO, he has transformed healthcare equity with a revolutionary vision: democratizing specialized medical knowledge so no one, regardless of their location, is left behind. What began in 2003 as a small effort to address hepatitis C in underserved areas has grown into a global movement spanning 194 countries, empowering health workers and logging over 4 million attendances.
Dr. Aroraâs passion for equity goes beyond treating diseases. His mission empowers communities to tackle systemic challenges like education and climate change while building resilient networks of knowledge that span the globe.
In this episode, Dr. Arora discusses the powerful story behind Project ECHO, the challenges of scaling such an ambitious model, and the transformative impact it has had on millions of lives. He also shares his bold vision of reaching 6 billion people and how shared expertise can strengthen entire communities.
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Imagine a healthcare experience where doctors spend less time on hold with insurance companies and more time connecting with their patients. In âHow AI is Freeing Up Your Doctor,â we sit down with Ankit Jainâfounder of Infinitusâto explore how advanced AI automation is streamlining the communication channels that underpin our healthcare system.
Ankitâs story reflects a career defined by innovation. He drew on his engineering expertise at Google, where he played a pivotal role in launching Google Play, before striking out on his own. After founding Quettraâacquired by SimilarWebâAnkit set his sights on one of healthcareâs greatest pain points: endless back-office tasks that absorb time and resources. With Infinitus, heâs leveraging AI to handle these administrative calls and workflows, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on what truly mattersâpatient care.
In this episode, we discuss the challenges of integrating AI into a complex healthcare ecosystem and explore the opportunities it creates for more effective data sharing, better patient outcomes, and renewed clinician satisfaction. Join us as we delve into the story behind Infinitus, uncovering how AI-driven solutions are not just freeing up doctors, but opening the door to a more connected and compassionate healthcare future.
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What does it take to transform an entire industry? Dr. Vin Gupta, a distinguished leader in public health and healthtech, shares his remarkable journey from medical training at Columbia and Harvard to his impactful service in the United States Air Force Medical Reserve Corps. As the Chief Medical Officer of Amazon Pharmacy, Dr. Gupta spearheads clinical strategy and innovation, leveraging technology to redefine pharmacy services and enhance consumer experiences.
In this episode, delve into Dr. Guptaâs groundbreaking work in healthcare policy, clinical research, and the seamless integration of technology in patient care. Gain exclusive insights into the consumerization of healthcare and explore his visionary outlook on the future of pharmacy services. Whether you're a healthcare professional, tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the intersection of technology and health, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on driving meaningful change in the healthcare landscape.
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Our guest today is Dr. Diana Thiara, the medical director of the UCSF Weight Management Program. She also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCSF, and the Program Director of the UCSF Obesity Medicine Fellowship. Dr. Thiara specializes in internal medicine, focusing on obesity and weight management. Her work integrates innovative patient programming, culinary medicine, and virtual curriculums for obesity patients.
Dr. Thiara's journey from a small town in Illinois to leading obesity medicine on the West Coast is nothing short of inspiring. Her passion for community and medicine, influenced by her father's role as a town doctor, guided her career path, resulting in extensive contributions to medical education and patient care, including the Robert H. Crede Award for Excellence in Community Service.
In this episode, you will hear Dr. Thiara discuss the nuances of obesity management, her perspective on GLP-1 drugs, and her innovative approaches to patient care.
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Roni Zeiger is a distinguished physician and technologist with a profound impact on digital health. With a medical degree and a masterâs in biomedical informatics, Roni has seamlessly integrated technology and healthcare throughout his career.
He served as the Chief Health Strategist at Google, leading transformative projects like Google Health and Google Flu Trends, which revolutionized global access to health information.
Roni also co-founded Smart Patients, a platform fostering patient support and learning through shared experiences. Currently, at GirlTrek, he exemplifies his commitment to community health and social justice, focusing on increasing life expectancy for Black women by addressing critical issues such as inactivity, isolation, and injustice.
This episode explores Roniâs groundbreaking work at Google, Smart Patients, and GirlTrek, along with his vision for the future of healthcare and the power of community-driven solutions.
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Our guest today is Gloria Lau, co-founder and CEO of Hello Alpha. With a mission to improve access to women's healthcare, Gloria brings over a decade of experience in data science, machine learning, and AI from her time at LinkedIn, Google, and Stanford University, where she serves as consulting faculty.
Gloria's unique perspective stems from her personal challenge in navigating the complex US healthcare system, which inspired her to create Hello Alpha. Her work is transforming women's health by providing affordable and comprehensive virtual primary care.
In this episode, we discuss Gloriaâs journey from technologist to healthcare pioneer, the challenges she faced in founding Hello Alpha, and the impact of her work on making healthcare accessible and affordable.
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Dr. Graham Gardner is a visionary in healthcare innovation. He is the co-founder and CEO of Kyruus Health, leading the development of a platform that revolutionizes patient access and provider data management, now serving over 425 thousand providers and 1,000 hospitals.
Dr. Gardnerâs unique perspective is shaped by his background in cardiology and his entrepreneurial journey, which includes co-founding Generation Health, a genetic benefit management company that was acquired by CVS Caremark. His work with Kyruus has set new standards for patient-provider matching, significantly enhancing healthcare access and efficiency.
In this episode, we discuss Dr. Gardnerâs transition from medicine to entrepreneurship, and how Kyruus is transforming healthcare access and efficiency. We also explore his thoughts on the future of healthcare technology and the importance of data-driven decision-making.
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Our guest today is our very own, Dr. Monica Gandhi, a distinguished expert in HIV and infectious diseases. She is a Professor of Medicine at UCSF and the Associate Division Chief of HIV, Infectious Diseases, and Global Medicine at the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, overseeing significant research and clinical operations.
Dr. Gandhiâs unique perspective is shaped by her extensive work in HIV research and her pivotal role in public health education. Through her groundbreaking efforts, she has pioneered low-cost solutions for antiretroviral measurements and advanced treatment strategies for women with HIV. She plays a crucial role in public health education, mentoring early-career researchers, and addressing the COVID-19 pandemic through her writing and public outreach.
In this episode, we explore the state of peopleâs trust in healthcare, Dr. Gandhiâs insights into the intersection of collectivism and health, and her vision for rebuilding authority in public health institutions.
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Our guest today is Drew Hobby, the Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer of Blue Cross of Idaho. Drew has spearheaded the transition from fee-for-service to value-based payments, making healthcare more affordable for members and clients. He now oversees the Healthcare Economics, IT, and Strategy teams pushing for innovation in healthcare delivery and affordability.
Drew's deep understanding of healthcare dynamics and commitment to value-based care emphasizes the significance of innovative strategies in enhancing patient outcomes and controlling costs. His work has not only transformed healthcare economics at Blue Cross of Idaho but also improved access to care for many underserved populations.
In this episode, you will hear about Drew's insights on the complexities of health insurance, the importance of proactive care management, and his efforts to tackle the healthcare affordability crisis
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After leading finance and development functions and multi-national teams at KFC, Gap, and Electronic Arts, Sharon Knight joined One Medical Group, growing the clinic nationwide. With deep experience in finance and operations, Sharon is now improving wellness and advancing the human health span as a Partner at JAZZ Venture Partners, where she focuses on building consumer-centric healthcare brands and supporting innovative healthtech startups.
In this episode, we discuss Sharonâs advice for building consumer-centric healthcare brands, approach to treating patients as customers, and her insight on leading teams through significant industry changes. She also shares her strategies for successful investment in health tech and the qualities she looks for in exceptional entrepreneurs. Enjoy our conversation.
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Our guest today is Frank Cheung, Co-Founder and CEO of Accorded. Frank has held pivotal roles at Blue Shield of California, Deloitte, and Collective Health, leading efforts in risk management and value-based care.
Frankâs unique perspective is shaped by his extensive experience in both payer and provider settings. He has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Value-Based Care Thinkers of 2024, highlighting his significant contributions to advancing healthcare analytics and supporting innovative care models.
In this episode, we discuss the critical role of actuarial science in value-based care, Frankâs journey founding Accorded, the challenges of scaling actuarial capabilities, and his advice for startups aiming to make an impact in the healthcare industry.
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