The HealthBiz podcast features in-depth interviews on healthcare business, technology and policy with entrepreneurs and CEOs. Host David E. Williams is president of healthcare strategy consulting boutique, Health Business Group https://healthbusinessgroup.com/ a board member and investor in private healthcare companies, and author of the Health Business Blog. His strategic and humorous approach to healthcare provides a refreshing break from the usual BS. Connect with David on LinkedIn https: ...
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Video-based Advance Care Planning with MIDEO
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Advance Care Directives are great in theory, but often fail in practice. The result: patients' wishes aren't respected and their families end up fighting. Dr. Ferdinando Mirarchi has built a whole medical practice and business around Advance Directives. HIs company, MIDEO enables patients to create video-based plans either with or without a physici…
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Interview with hc1 founder Bradley Bostic
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Bradley Bostic, the visionary CEO and founder of hc1, shares his journey from the plains of South Dakota to the cutting-edge world of healthcare data innovation. We explore how a childhood fascination with technology and a stint on the football field at Indiana University laid the groundwork for his groundbreaking work in healthcare. Our conversati…
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Interview with Guardoc founder Hadassah Backman
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Hadassah Backman, founder and CEO of GuardDoc Health shares her personal story, from growing up in New York as a family caretaker, influenced by her father's illness and her grandmother's survival of the Holocaust, to her initial career in literature and writing. Discover how her path took a pivotal turn after a personal caregiving experience, lead…
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Interview with AllClear ID CEO Bo Holland
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Explore the fascinating journey of Bo Holland, a pioneering figure in healthcare innovation. Growing up in Houston and Austin, Texas, Bo was inspired by his family's entrepreneurial spirit, which led him to pursue an entrepreneurship program at Baylor University. From running small businesses to becoming a pivotal player at Citrix Systems, Bo share…
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Interview with Canopy CEO Shan Sinha
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Shan Sinha is confronting the urgent issue of workplace violence in healthcare. Delving into the alarming rise of aggression against healthcare workers, particularly exacerbated by the pandemic, Shan discusses pioneering solutions like Canopy's wearable safety buttons that empower staff with connectivity and protection. Shan shares his extraordinar…
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Interview with Lean TaaS founder Mohan Giridharadas
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In this episode I welcome back Mohan Giridharadas, CEO and founder of LeanTaaS, who shares his journey in revolutionizing healthcare capacity through AI and prescriptive analytics. Mohan provides insights into LeanTaas's evolution since pivoting to healthcare in 2015, tackling pressing challenges such as increased demand, financial pressures and st…
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Interview with Chamber CEO George Aloth
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Join me in exploring value-based care with George Aloth, co-founder and CEO of Chamber. George shares his inspiring journey from his upbringing in Baltimore to his pivotal role in shaping healthcare. With a unique educational background in accounting and law, he honed his expertise in Medicaid and Medicare through early career experiences at CMS an…
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Interview with Laudio CEO Russ Richmond
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As a physician and healthcare CEO, Russ Richmond already knew a lot about healthcare. But when a bad accident put him into the hospital for three months he developed a much more profound understanding of caregiving. In particular, he learned that many of the nurses and therapists who provided him with such great care were thinking of quitting their…
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Ending polycystic kidney disease. Interview with PKDO founder Richard Kellner
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Richard Kellner is on a mission to end polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a leading cause of kidney failure in younger people. The key is combining pre-implantation genetic testing with in vitro fertilization to prevent the disease from being passed from parent to child. The PKD Outreach Foundation, run by Richard is raising awareness so that physici…
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Interview with Weave CEO Brett White
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Explore the life and career of Brett White, CEO of Weave, an AI-powered platform designed to support small and mid-sized medical practices. Brett shares his formative experiences growing up in Northern California, working on a farm, and benefiting from his father's career as an airline pilot. These early influences instilled in him a strong work et…
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PatientPay and ClearGage merge: Interview with CEO Tom Furr
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PatientPay and ClearGage are merging. I interviewed CEO Tom Furr to get his take. The combined offering is intended to deliver a comprehensive billing and payment platform that includes estimation and eligibility along with streamlined patient payments. Doctors offices are generally set up to bill insurance, but patients are now responsible for a l…
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Interview with BCBS MA CEO Sarah Iselin
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Blue Cross Blue Shield CEO Sarah Iselin is a great asset for Massachusetts. I admired her work when she ran the Department of Healthcare Finance and Policy and then the BCBS Foundation, and was grateful for her rescue of Massachusetts' implementation of the Affordable Care Act. After a decade-long sojourn to Florida and California she's come back t…
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Interview with Provalytics CEO Jeff Greenfield
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Jeff Greenfield's journey is fascinating. As a child he was enchanted with magic, fell in love with Disney, and was transformed by a year in Israel during high school. Jeff shares how his early experiences shaped his career path, from studying biochemistry at the University of Maryland to becoming a chiropractor, all the while nurturing his passion…
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Interview with Sidekick Health CEO, Dr. Tryggvi Thorgeirsson
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Most people living with chronic conditions have more than one, yet digital health is full of point solutions for specific conditions. Dr. Tryggvi Thorgeirsson transformed that insight into Sidekick Health, which takes a platform approach to addressing a patient's complex needs. The company is growing fast, both organically and through acquisition. …
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How bad is Gen Z's mental health? Interview with Wave CEO Dr. Sarah Adler
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Dr. Sarah Adler, founder and CEO of Wave and clinical associate professor of psychiatry at Stanford University, shares her journey from childhood through an eclectic academic path at Columbia University, a brief stint in medical school, and an unexpected career turn at a hedge fund. Her story offers a unique perspective on how personal experiences …
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Interview with CVS Accountable Care Leader Dr. Mohamed Diab
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Can value-based care transform the American healthcare system? In this episode, we dive deep into this pressing question with Dr. Mohamed Diab, president of CVS Accountable Care. Dr. Diab highlights systemic challenges, such as physician burnout and the inadequacies of primary care funding. With an emphasis on primary care's critical role in managi…
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Overcoming antibiotic resistance. Interview with TAXIS CEO Greg Mario
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Greg Mario, CEO of TAXIS Pharmaceuticals shares his dynamic journey from a childhood of constant relocations to spearheading the fight against antibiotic-resistant infections. Greg opens up about his immigrant grandparents' profound influence and a transformative experience with a captivating professor at Trinity College that shifted his academic f…
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Interview with Rocco Coniglio
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Unlock the secrets to effective behavioral health management in long-term care in this interview with Rocco Coniglio, a powerhouse in healthcare entrepreneurship. From a sports-driven childhood in Pittsburgh to collegiate triumphs as a middle linebacker, Rocco's journey is certain to inspire. We dive into his career, navigating roles at McKesson, G…
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Interview with FibroBiologics CEO Pete O’Heeron
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Listen in to this informative episode with Pete O'Heeron, CEO of FibroBiologics, as we explore his journey from a small, innovative town to the forefront of healthcare innovation. Pete shares how his upbringing in a medically inclined family and a community rich with inventiveness influenced his career. Hear how Pete transitioned from pre-med to ho…
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Interview with Tufts and Navvis on Value-Based Care
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The future of healthcare isn't just about treating illness, but fundamentally reshaping how care is delivered and experienced. Join us as Emily Young from Tufts Medicine Integrated Network and Courtney Fortner from Navvis share their compelling insights on the transformative potential of value-based care. Emily delves into the importance of integra…
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Interview with CaviSense CEO Jordan Rubinson
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What if your dentist could spot cavities long before they became a problem? Join us as we chat with Jordan Rubinson, CEO of CaviSense, about his interesting journey from pharma to medtech We start by discussing Jordan's early influences, from his father's career at Block Drug Company to his own academic adventures at Columbia and MIT's Sloan School…
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Interview with DecisionRx President Travis Morgan
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Travis Morgan, President and CFO of DecisionRx touts medication optimization as the way to improve outcomes and reduce costs. In this episode, Travis shares his journey from an entrepreneurial upbringing to making waves in the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors. Learn how his experiences in public accounting and as a precision medicine…
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Interview with ICER CEO Sarah Emond
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Curious about the forces driving healthcare pricing and access? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Sarah Emond, President and CEO of the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER). Sarah's upbringing in a family passionate about policy and social justice laid the foundation for her impactful career in health policy. We explore her…
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Interview with Employer Coalition President Eileen McAnenny
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Eileen McAnenny, the driving force behind the Employer Coalition on Health in Massachusetts shares her journey from a typical Irish Catholic home in Somerville (before it was fashionable) to a leader in healthcare policy and cost management. Discover how her roots and influential figures like Tip O'Neill and the Kennedys shaped her passion for publ…
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Interview with Spikewell CEO BK Nayak
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Explore the professional journey of BK Nyak, the innovative leader behind Spikewell, whose advancements are revolutionizing hospital IT solutions. In this conversation, we examine BK's progression from his early days in India to becoming an influential entrepreneur who is reshaping healthcare technology. He discusses the significant impact of his u…
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Interview with Mindful Care CEO Dr. Tamir Aldad
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In this episode, Dr. Tamir Aldad, founder and CEO of Mindful Care, joins me to discuss strategies for addressing the challenges in mental health accessibility and costs. Dr. Aldad brings a unique blend of medical insight and business expertise, advocating for and implementing a model that integrates social impact with economic viability. He shares …
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Solo Episode: Menthol cigs and other big news of the week
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Menthol cigarettes, the FTC's attempts to boost competition in healthcare, the mental health of Jewish college students, and the TikTok ban. What do they all have in common? Not much, except that they were all in the news this week and I chose to discuss them on a rare solo episode. Don't like what you hear? Don't worry, I'll be back next week with…
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Interview with Mass Assoc of Health Plans CEO Lora Pellegrini
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Massachusetts Association of Health Plans (MAHP) leader Lora Pellegrini got interested in policy and politics at a young age. She had the opportunity to work with luminaries like Ted Kennedy and John Kerry early in her career, as she rose to prominence in healthcare policy. Our discussion focuses on critical issues such as pharmaceutical pricing an…
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Interview with Lumeon CEO Robbie Hughes
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Ironically, patient care coordination itself is often uncoordinated. It's spread across multiple providers and administrators, causing frustration for care teams and patients. Lumeon founder and CEO Robbie Hughes has developed an approach that makes the care journey more reliable rather than settling for the current craziness, where patients are ex…
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Interview with Eyebot CEO Matthias Hofmann
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Matthias Hoffman first became conscious of his vision as a teenager. He and his friends in Switzerland dreamed of becoming pilots (none actually did) but Matthias's hopes were dashed early on due to inadequate vision. While pursuing electrical engineering degrees, he realized his strength was in building things. So he left academia and worked in a …
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Automated medical bill audits for consumers. Interview with HealthLock CEO Scott Speranza
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Most medical bills contain errors. Over-billing and outright fraud are far too common. What's a consumer to do? In this episode, CEO Scott Speranza shares how HealthLock performs automated audits of medical bills by seamlessly connecting with the patient's health plan portal. We also discuss an exciting new partnership with MasterCard that gives ma…
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ACOs for surgery? Interview with Caresyntax CEO Dennis Kogan
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Caresyntax CEO Dennis Kogan wants to introduce value based care to the operating room. It's a tall order but Caresyntax thinks they have a formula to benefit the patient, provider and payer. Kogan's parents are surgeons from the former Soviet Union, which gave him a foundational perspective. He studied technology and then business at Carnegie Mello…
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The IVF Guide: Interview with Clinical Embyologist Julia Paget
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Growing up with a father whose academic dreams were cut short, and a mother whose resilience in the face of disability was inspiring, Julia Paget's story is not just about her own path but also a tribute to those who shaped her. This seasoned clinical embryologist from the Isle of Wight shares the rich tapestry of experiences that led her from a zo…
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Interview with Outcomes Rocket CEO Saul Marquez
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Explore the transformative art of storytelling in healthcare, featuring Outcomes Rocket founder Saul Marquez. Uncover the compelling journey from Saul's immigrant family roots to his rise as a healthcare influencer, where optimism and a robust work ethic forge a path that challenges the conventional. Our discussion brings to life the nuances of per…
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Interview with Carta Healthcare co-founder Matt Hollingsworth
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Clinical registries can provide profound insights into disease patterns and treatment effectiveness, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. New technology, including AI enables faster and better data collection and analysis. Today’s guest, Matt Hollingsworth is co-founder of Carta Healthcare, which fuses technology, data, and human expertise in a…
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Interview with Tango CEO Brian Lobley
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Listen in as Brian Lobley, the innovative CEO of Tango, joins me to unravel the complexities of post-acute care and its crucial role in patient recovery and healthcare economics. Brian shares his journey from his Philadelphia roots to reshaping healthcare through technology (with a passionate nod to Philly sports teams along the way). We explore Ta…
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Interview with Clinithink CEO Chris Tackaberry
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Medical records are finally digital, but so much of the valuable data is buried in unstructured form in theclinical narrative that it can be hard to make use of it. It’s a great use case for artificial intelligence. My guest, Chris Tackaberry is a physician and computer scientist turned entrepreneur whose company, Clinithink develops AI software to…
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Interview with Health Universe CEO Dan Caron
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Dan Caron takes us on an inspiring journey through the landscape of healthcare tech innovation. When Dan hacked an insulin pump to create a groundbreaking automated pancreas, he not only changed the game for diabetes management but also shined a spotlight on the potential of open source technology to redefine our health experiences. From his father…
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Interview with Proscia CEO David West
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Digitization and AI are transforming pathology by accelerating research and modernizing the clinical workflow. Proscia co-founder and CEO David West's entrepreneurial journey --and experience with digitization and handling personal information-- began with a business converting VHS tapes to disc. We explore David's multidisciplinary approach, combi…
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Interview with ResultsCX CEO Rajesh Subramaniam
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Rajesh Subramaniam has always been the "numbers guy." He leveraged his early aptitude into professional success, currently as CEO of ResultsCX. The discussion delves into the challenges and advancements in customer experience within the healthcare sector. Emphasizing the industry's shift towards a more consumer-centric model, we explore critical to…
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Interview with Healthcare Ready President Tom Cotter
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Tom Cotter from Healthcare Ready joins the podcast to discuss the impact of disasters on vulnerable communities. Tom brings a combination of professional expertise and humanitarian insight to the conversation. We delve into the complex interplay of social and economic factors that make certain populations more vulnerable to emergencies, drawing upo…
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Interview with RxLightning CEO Julia Regan
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Julia Regan, CEO of Rx Lightning discusses her leadership in the healthcare technology sector. Julia attributes her success in the entrepreneurial landscape to the discipline and competitiveness honed during her early athletic career in Pennsylvania. The conversation traces Julia's career progression, from her initial role in insurance sales to a s…
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Interview with Amenities Health CEO Dr. Aasim Saeed
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Dr. Aasim Saeed, CEO of Amenities Health shares his distinctive insight into the challenges faced by provider organizations post-pandemic and how to solve them. The interview focuses on the technological evolution in healthcare, highlighting Amenities Health's initiatives that are influenced by companies like Amazon and Costco to enhance patient ex…
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Interview with Diana Nole, Microsoft Health & Life Sciences
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Join me for a great discussion with Diana L. Nole, as she shares her progression from first-generation college graduate to Corporate Vice President of Microsoft Health & Life Sciences and General Manager of the Nuance Healthcare Division. The discussion outlines the pivotal moments and guiding principles of Diana's career, highlighting her evolutio…
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Interview with Clincierge CEO Scott Gray
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Clinical trials must recruit and retain patients to succeed. But it’s easier said than done –and as a result many trials are delayed, scaled back or even scrapped completely especially when they involve international travel. Today’s guest, Scott Gray founded Clinicierge to reduce logistical and financial challenges for patient to enhance enrollment…
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Interview with Sworkit CEO Ryan Hanna
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Ryan Hanna, founder of Sworkit Health, discusses his personal and professional journey, highlighting how his upbringing, combined with his experience in the Army, influenced the core values and mission of Sworkit Health. The conversation explores the company's focus on promoting health and wellness, and how Ryan's leadership has shaped the business…
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Interview with XSOLIS CEO Joan Butters
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Join me for an insightful discussion on the intersection of healthcare and technology with Joan Butters, CEO and co-founder of XSOLIS. In this episode, Joan delves into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. She provides a detailed analysis of how AI is reshaping the industry, focusing on the challenges and opportunities …
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Interview with Orbita CEO Patty Riskind
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This episode focuses on the impact of Artificial Intelligence in the healthcare sector. We explore how AI is improving patient experiences and streamlining healthcare processes. My guest, Patty Riskind, CEO of Orbita, discusses her journey in the healthcare industry and the experiences that have influenced her leadership approach. Patty explains th…
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Interview with Vivante Health CEO Bill Snyder
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The physical and mental toll of digestive diseases is often under-appreciated. Bill Snyder, CEO of Vivante Health shares how his personal experiences fueled his mission to tackle digestive health head-on, leading him to launch innovative digital gut health programs through Vivante Health. Vivante is leveraging technology, data, and artificial intel…
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Interview with AMOpportunities CEO Kyle Swinsky
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Kyle Swinsky, the trailblazing CEO and co-founder of AMOpportunities joins today's show. His international upbringing and unique college experiences ignited a passion for global education, leading him to establish an innovative company that bridges the gap for international medical graduates seeking US rotations. AMOpportunities tackles head-on the…
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