Asynchronous care powered by AI can revolutionize access and streamline care delivery. In this episode, Stephen Beeson, founder of Practicing Excellence, shares his journey from practicing family medicine to realizing the importance of coaching clinicians to enhance patient experiences. He discusses the significant impact of human development on clinician engagement and patient outcomes, citing examples from his own experience at Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group. Steve delves into the challenges facing the healthcare industry, including physician burnout and the need for innovative care delivery models, and emphasizes the role of technology, particularly AI, in revolutionizing healthcare, highlighting the potential of asynchronous care to improve access and reduce care variance. Despite the hurdles in growing his business, he remains committed to empowering healthcare teams and transforming organizational culture.  Tune in and discover how human development strategies can revolutionize healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Stephen on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Practicing Excellence on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Stephen’s previous interview on the podcast here. Buy Stephen’s book, Practicing Excellence, here.

Imagine a platform in healthcare that connects consumers and care providers digitally, ultimately improving outcomes and reducing inefficiencies. In today’s episode, Rajeev Ronanki, the CEO of Lyric, shares his vision for the future of healthcare at his company focusing on utilizing AI, blockchain, and machine learning to simplify the business of healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of creating a platform in healthcare that connects consumers and care providers digitally, ultimately leading to a more seamless and efficient healthcare experience for all stakeholders. Rajeev also discusses the concept of payment integrity and how it extends beyond serving health plan clients to impacting providers, employers, and consumers. He delves into the potential for technology to minimize the noise and friction in healthcare transactions, allowing stakeholders to focus on improving health outcomes and creating a delightful experience for consumers.  Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn more about Rajeev and Lyric's impactful initiatives. Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Rajeev Ronanki on LinkedIn and Twitter. Learn more about Lyric on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to Rajeev’s previous episode on the Outcomes Rocket here.

A mission to protect, maintain, and improve people's health BEFORE they get sick.  In this episode, Stephen Hahn, Chief Executive Officer at Harbinger Health, discusses the groundbreaking work being done at Harbinger, aiming at early disease detection and their commitment to making healthcare more accessible to all. Steve discusses the challenges and possibilities of early cancer detection using blood tests and the technological advancements being made to tackle these challenges. He explains how Harbinger's technology works and its potential impact on patients and physicians. Steve emphasizes the importance of addressing access issues in healthcare, particularly in relation to cancer screening and the economic benefits of early detection.  Dr. Hahn's compelling vision for a healthier future and his call to action to build trust make this episode an essential listen for everyone passionate about healthcare innovation and accessibility. Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Hahn on LinkedIn. Follow Harbinger Health on LinkedIn and visit their website.

Technology bridges social services with healthcare to address crucial social determinants effectively. In this episode, Marty Elisco, co-founder and CEO of Augintel, shares his journey from telecommunications to healthcare, emphasizing the pivotal role of technology in addressing social issues. Augintel's NLP software mines narrative data to pinpoint factors like food insecurity, housing instability, and transportation barriers, empowering clinicians to deliver tailored care. Throughout this conversation, Marty not only explains its value proposition but also its impact on risk stratification and revenue optimization in value-based care models. He also underscores challenges like AI mistrust, organizational reluctance to address social determinants, and the importance of transitioning to value-based care and leveraging technology to address social determinants effectively. Marty also encourages listeners to explore how NLP can enhance their organization's approach to healthcare.  Tune in and learn how Augintel is transforming healthcare delivery by bridging the gap between social services and traditional healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Marty on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Augintel on LinkedIn and their website.

In the second episode of "The Future of AI in Health" podcast series, hosts Dr. Jenny Yu, Chief Health Officer at Healthline Media, and Saul Marquez, healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Outcomes Rocket, explore how AI is expected to enhance healthcare by providing deeper insights, improving patient experiences, and increasing operational efficiency, all while working alongside human expertise. Their esteemed guest, Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Virtua Health, delves into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare, sharing insights on its current use, challenges, and the promising future it holds for care delivery. He talks about the mindful approach to AI integration at Virtua, emphasizing the distinction between automation and AI as well as the importance of leveraging the latter for meaningful opportunities in healthcare. Dr. Kapoor also highlights the need to differentiate the roles of humans and machines in setting and rewriting rules to ensure patient safety and the effective use of AI tools. From patient data security to addressing interoperability challenges, he provides valuable perspectives on AI adoption throughout the healthcare industry.  Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the promise of AI and digital transformation in driving healthcare forward! Resources:  Check more episodes of this Thought Leadership Series here. Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Tarun Kapoor on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Virtua Health on LinkedIn and their website. Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthline Media on LinkedIn and their website.

Investors have a prime opportunity for growth and strategic, long-term involvement in oral health investment. In this episode, Dai Feng, Managing Director at CareCapital, shares his keen insights on the significance of exit strategies and the alignment of investor and founder visions in healthcare ventures. He touches on dental technology investing, highlighting stability, growth opportunities, and the importance of understanding customer needs for successful product development. Tune in as Dai delves into oral health investments, uncovers potential unicorns in dental services, and explores why healthcare administrative solutions could be the next big thing! Resources: Connect with and follow Dai Feng on LinkedIn.  Learn more about CareCapital on LinkedIn and their website.