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Outcomes Rocket

Saul Marquezoutcomesrocket.com
At Outcomes Rocket, we are the shared knowledge hub for healthcare's toughest problems. Our goal is twofold and clear. To help inspire and guide our listeners to 1. Improve patient outcomes and 2. Experience business success in healthcare. Tune in to learn more!
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Episodes

Unveiling the Power of Functional Medicine with Dr. Elliot Hirshorn, President and Director of Innovation of New Life Medical Centers

Buckle up for this quest for wellness through functional medicine! In this episode, Dr. Elliot Hirshorn talks about his transformational journey, from grappling with personal health challenges to establishing himself as a specialist in functional medicine. He discusses his health journey, New Life Medical Centers' functional medicine approach, healthcare challenges, and the potential of artificial intelligence. Tune in and learn from Dr. Hirshorn’s path into functional medicine and personal heal...

Aug 24, 202325 min

TO: Exploring the Impact of Oral Health on Rheumatoid Arthritis with Dana Orange, Assistant Attending Rheumatologist at HSS and Assistant Professor of Clinical Investigation at Rockefeller University

Treating periodontal disease could improve rheumatoid arthritis. In this episode, Mariya and Dr. Levine talk to Dana Orange about researching the connection between oral health and systemic diseases, specifically focusing on rheumatoid arthritis. They discuss Dana's study, which shows oral bacteria in rheumatoid arthritis patients with periodontal disease sparking joint-like inflammation. Tune in to learn about the relationship between oral health and systemic inflammatory diseases like rheumato...

Aug 24, 202336 min

CTJ: Exploring New Avenues for Pain Management Beyond Opioids with Gurpreet Padda - Part 2

Pain management requires reforms to tackle the opioid crisis and obesity. In this episode, Gurpreet Padda discusses the overprescription issue driven by pharmaceutical misinformation and the role of pain management centers in reducing opioid use through interventions. Dr. Padda explores obesity's role in chronic pain, criticizes carb-centric dietary guidelines, discusses the pharmaceutical impact on the opioid crisis and fentanyl, promotes countering influence and AI use, and urges physicians to...

Aug 23, 202337 min

IO: Dissecting Disappointment: Satire for Mental Health with Dave Tarnowski, creator of the Instagram account "Disappointing Affirmations"

Who said candid humor and mental health can’t be put together? In this episode of Insights Out, Dave Tarnowski talks about his background, inspiration, and unique content, which humorously challenges conventional positivity. He discusses why crafting candid satirical affirmations from personal struggles resonates widely and how he aims to challenge conventional mental health perspectives. Tune in to learn about the story behind “Disappointing Affirmations”! Click this link to the show notes, tra...

Aug 23, 202328 min

RC: Unmasking the True Costs of CRO-Managed Trials with Charles Theuer, CEO of Tracon Pharmaceuticals

Are CROs an Unnecessary Expense? In this episode, Charles Theuer discusses the potential drawbacks of Clinical Research Organizations in pharmaceutical clinical development, and what can be done to improve it. He critiques the payment model for CROs, highlighting inefficiencies and advocating for in-house trial management, proposing alternatives, and introducing his book on optimizing drug development processes. Tune in to learn more about in-house trial management and how to improve efficiency ...

Aug 22, 202333 min

Maximizing Intellectual Property in Digital Health and Precision Medicine with Jason Novak, partner at Norton Rose Fulbright

Intellectual property is directly affected by case law developments in digital health and precision medicine. In this episode, Jason Novak talks about the impact of case law on intellectual property strategy in the digital health and precision medicine sectors. He explains AI/ML's alignment with case law and the USPTO, advises healthcare business owners on patentability and IP strategies, and emphasizes the importance of ideation, protection, education, and enforcement for early invention captur...

Aug 21, 202321 min

Maximizing Capital and helping Founders forget about Operations with Adam Jenkins, Regional Site Director, Massachusetts, for BioLabs

Business founders have a lot of elements to think about, and BioLabs takes one off their plate. In this episode, Adam Jenkins breaks down his work at BioLabs with start-up founders helping start-ups de-risk their investments and maximize the use of their capital. He also talks about the BioLabs marketplace, which aims to simplify purchasing processes for small companies, and the state of the funding atmosphere today. Now is the time to be smart with capital, so tune in and listen to Adam’s advic...

Aug 18, 202311 min

Future of Health Series: From Pipelines to Platforms: Creating New Business Models to Rewire the Value Chain with Boris Kheyn-Kheyfets, Senior Manager, Deloitte Consulting LLP

Platform-enabled ecosystems bring a significant shift to the healthcare industry. In this episode, Boris Kheyn-Kheyfets discusses platform-enabled healthcare ecosystems, emphasizing the shift from linear pipeline models to dynamic platform-based strategies. He explains platform businesses' fusion of technology and distinct choices via ecosystem value chain outsourcing and driving platform-based growth in health plans. Tune in to learn more about how platforms are reshaping the healthcare landsca...

Aug 18, 202316 min

CD: What Goes Into Selecting the Right Healthtech with Shahidul Mannan, Chief Data Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health

Innovating through data opportunities can shape the future of healthcare. In this episode, Shahidul Mannan talks about the potential for data innovation in healthcare, emphasizing its historical lag in adopting digital capabilities. He explains why he aims to leverage diverse data, including images and genomics, for improved patient outcomes and cost efficiency, emphasizing aligned AI adoption and fostering a data-driven culture in healthcare. Listen to this episode and learn more about the pote...

Aug 17, 202323 min

ITI: A Quest for Seamless Patient-Centric Care with Duleep Wikramanayake, Vice President of Information Technology at SimonMed Imaging

User-centric innovation should be the North Star to modernize healthcare technology. In this episode, Duleep Wikramanayake shares his insights on user-focused innovation, understanding complex workflows, and the challenges of introducing modern technology to an industry like healthcare. He also discusses HIPAA compliance, patient-centric tech, overcoming healthcare resistance, and accessible patient records. Tune in to learn from Duleep’s experiences and perspectives on the evolving landscape of...

Aug 16, 202320 min

A New Hope: Cancer Care Redefined with Adam Pellegrini, CEO and Co-Founder of Jasper Health

Part of cancer care entails supporting cancer patients and caregivers psychosocially. In this episode, Adam Pellegrini talks about providing support, reducing stress, and improving the overall experience for cancer patients and their caregivers within the healthcare system with Jasper Health. He explains how the company offers a digital solution, collaborating for better care and focusing on psychosocial well-being and a "hope index" for improved outcomes. Listen and learn how Jasper Health is r...

Aug 14, 202322 min

HLTH Matters: Making an Impact with Remote Care Technologies with Kimberly O'Loughlin, CEO of Health Recovery Solutions

The time is now to make healthcare easier for patients and clinicians. In this episode, Kimberly O'Loughlin, CEO of Health Recovery Solutions, talks about how HRS is enabling remote care delivery technologies for providers and patients, what they offer to make it possible, and how these technologies can be scaled to be widely impactful. HRS leverages remote care technologies to associated providers and allows patients to be more active in their care. Kimberly mentions industry trends they are fo...

Aug 11, 202317 min

Shifting the Focus: Building Life around the Foundational Health Principles with Wren McCallister, orthopedic hand surgeon at HandGuyMD

If you follow basic foundational health principles, you’ll improve your well-being. In this episode, Wren McCallister talks about his shift toward promoting foundational health principles for a better quality of life. Dr. McCallister highlights the importance of sleep, thinking, eating, and movement as key pillars of well-being, sharing his journey of overcoming metabolic syndrome and empowering individuals to embrace the principles. Tune in to learn about Dr. Wren’s holistic approach to foundat...

Aug 10, 202317 min

TO: Enabling Systemic Health Connections - The Provider and Health Plan Perspective with Claire Levesque, Chief Medical Officer for Commercial Products at Point32Health

Constant communication between dentists and the PCPs would only enhance patients’ care experience and improve their health outcomes. In this episode, Claire Levesque talks about the future state interoperability between dental and medical providers in terms of diagnostics and prevention for general health issues like cancer and sleep apnea with hosts Dr. Jonathan and Mariya. She also explains the insurance business model perspective on the connection between dentistry and general health and how ...

Aug 10, 202346 min

In the Pursuit of Pain Relief and Metabolic Balance with Dr. Gurpreet Padda - Part 1

Let’s discuss the intersections between pain, metabolic health, and addiction. In this episode, Dr. Gurpreet Padda talks about his diverse medical experiences, eventually focusing on pain management and the complex relationships between pain and social determinants of health. He stresses the role of metabolic inflammation in pain management, discusses pharmaceutical challenges, advocates comprehensive solutions for chronic issues, and explores the opioid crisis, innovative pain care, and metabol...

Aug 09, 202322 min

Hidden Gems in Drug Development with David Katz, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals

Not All Potential Drugs Get Their Day in the Sun. In this episode, David Katz talks about how this company focuses on developing medicines that can alleviate the side effects of existing medications, specifically in the context of steroids. He discusses the challenges of balancing commercial interests with scientific advancements, Sparrow Pharmaceuticals' strategy of acquiring deprioritized molecules, targeting HSD-1 for safer steroids, and their focus on Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Tune in and lear...

Aug 08, 202329 min

Innovation at the Heart of Nursing with Jing Wang, Dean and Professor at Florida State University College of Nursing

Let’s hear it from one of the players with a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare: nurses and the innovation they bring. In this episode, Jing Wang discusses the value of nursing and their focus on preparing nurses for the future. Dr. Wang highlights the importance of partnerships, nurse involvement in technology development, and collaboration with stakeholders for improved patient outcomes. Tune in and learn about the work Dr. Jing Wang is leading to prepare nurses for the future! Cli...

Aug 07, 202319 min

HLTH Matters: Digital Tools for a Change in the Industry with Ali Parsa, Founder and CEO of Babylon

Healthcare should be about something other than waiting until someone is ill. In this episode, Ali Parsa, founder and CEO of Babylon, talks about why it’s important to change the traditional approach to healthcare and its structure with the help of digital tools to make it more accessible, affordable, and scalable. He also shares his take on the current capital and investment climate and encourages entrepreneurs to think about where healthcare should go next. Tune in to learn more about how Dr. ...

Aug 04, 202327 min

Future of Health Series: Leveraging Business Archetypes: Setting Your Company Up for Long-term Success with Simon Gisby, Principal at Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP

Some key business archetypes are shaping the Future of Health. In this episode, Simon Gisby talks about the concept of business archetypes in the context of the Future of Health. He introduces ten archetypes impacting stakeholders, emphasizes consumer-centricity, and encourages collaboration to transform the healthcare industry. Tune in and learn more about data, platforms, and the business archetypes that will bring well-care into health! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resou...

Aug 03, 202318 min

TO: Innovating Across Silos - Moving From Sick Care to Health Care with Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health

Connecting the dots across all healthcare silos is vital to achieving overall health integration. Oral, public, cardiovascular, brain, and overall health can be treated through whole-person care and it is becoming a reality in some parts of the world. In this episode of the Think Oral Health Podcast, Mariya Filipova and Dr. Jonathan Levine host Daniel Kraft, founder and chair of NextMed Health, a unique interdisciplinary community dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the arrival of a new, hu...

Aug 03, 202340 min

CD: How Healthcare Can Unlock New Levels of Innovation with Aman Shah, Vice President of New Ventures and Strategic Partnerships at VNS Health

Healthcare still has a long way to go, but patient-centric innovation opportunities are the key forward. In this episode, Aman Shah talks about his passion for transforming healthcare through value-based care, innovation, and putting the patient at the forefront of the industry's efforts. He highlights the importance of technology, incentivizing healthcare professionals, and addressing patient engagement to drive positive changes in the industry. Tune in and learn about the importance of collabo...

Aug 03, 202321 min

Changing the Healthcare Game with At-Home Diagnostics with David Stein, CEO of Ash Wellness

In this episode, we feature David Stein, CEO of Ash Wellness, who discusses at-home diagnostics, their strategy, and how they pivoted through the COVID times to become one of the most experienced companies regarding at-home self-collected samples! Tune in to listen to one of the most experienced companies in diagnostics! Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health

Jul 31, 202316 min

HLTH Matters: Normalizing Mental Health for Better Health with Suzanne Kunis, Founder, President, and CEO of NovaWell

It's okay not to be okay; this is your reminder that mental health is part of your overall health. In this episode, Suzanne Kunis talks about integrating physical and behavioral health and the battle against stigma in mental care issues. She thoroughly breaks down how NovaWell and Horizon are trying various innovative approaches to behavioral health and discusses stigma as one of the critical barriers to work on in an attempt to normalize mental healthcare. Tune in and listen to Suzanne’s take o...

Jul 28, 202323 min

Reinventing Home-Based Care with Lee Hudson Teslik, Founder and CEO at Reverence

Elder care has the opportunity to scale up and tackle challenges with AI technologies. In this episode, Lee Hudson Teslik talks about how Reverence transforms home-based care with AI technology. He explains how Reverence optimizes scheduling with real-time practitioner shift matching, prioritizes employee retention through flexible working schedules, and sees the current staffing crisis as an opportunity for strategic workforce optimization and technological advancement in healthcare. Tune in to...

Jul 28, 202313 min

Future of Health Series: Breaking the Cost Curve: A Path to $4T in Savings with Andrew Davis, Principal for Deloitte Consulting LLP’s Health Care Practice

We need a paradigm shift to bend or break the cost curve in American Healthcare. In this episode, Andrew Davis talks about the current US healthcare spending trajectory and the potential for breaking the cost curve by embracing the Future of Health. He discusses high US healthcare expenditures and the potential for saving $4 trillion by 2040 through data-driven decisions, empowering consumers, and scientific innovations. Tune in to learn how the Future of Health will impact US Healthcare expendi...

Jul 27, 202323 min

TO: Mission Driven Impact: Restoring Smiles and Communities with Dr. Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein

Transformation begins with a commitment to smile and a commitment to show up and do the work that needs to get done. In this episode, Mariya and Jonathan interview Eric Pulver, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and Gerard Meuchner, Chief Global Communications Officer at Henry Schein. They share their experience having attended the GLO Good Foundation oral health mission at Eleuthera, Bahamas that we covered in episode one with Lenny Kravitz. The mission involved caring for people’s needs, addressi...

Jul 27, 202334 min

CTJ: Navigating the MedTech Landscape for Better Cancer Care with Joanna Nathan, CEO and Co-Founder at Prana Thoracic

MedTech entrepreneurship is being transformed, and here are some insights from an expert in the field. In this episode, Joanna Nathan discusses her experiences and insights into entrepreneurship and medical device development in surgical oncology. She discusses how Prana Thoracic's device enables early intervention and personalized medicine for lung cancer patients with $6 million in funding, emphasizing market access strategy, clinical evidence, and work-life balance while acknowledging challen...

Jul 26, 202332 min

RC: Successfully Transitioning from HCP to Clinical Researcher with Lydia Beaudette, Director of Growth and Strategic Partnerships at Centricity Research

We can build research communities and increase access by helping HCPs navigate the path into clinical research. In this episode, Lydia Beaudette talks about the process of attracting and transforming HCPs into researchers. She discusses the enormous complexity of conducting multiple studies, emphasizing best practices of integrating research into a health system, the benefits of building communities of practice, and the risks and benefits of research for HCPs. Tune in to learn about the challeng...

Jul 25, 202334 min

Inside Tampa's Burgeoning Medical and Research District with John Couris, President and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center

Tampa's Medical and Research District is breaking through the industry with collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities. In this episode, John Couris talks about the development and vision of the Tampa Medical and Research District. He discusses how the Tampa Medical and Research District aims to attract researchers, leverage resources, and form partnerships to create a vibrant healthcare ecosystem that drives advancements, attracts businesses, and improves healthcare delivery. Tune in t...

Jul 24, 202327 min

HLTH Matters: The Future of Healthcare for the Labor Workforce with Matthew Condon, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Bardavon Health Innovations

Technology innovation can revolutionize the workers’ compensation healthcare experience. Matthew Condon, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Bardavon Health Innovations, believes employee healthcare delivery needs a reform that can start with using current digital tools. He also argues why Musculoskeletal treatments can catalyze change within the healthcare environment and culture around workers. Tune in to learn more about how Bardavon is revolutionizing healthcare for the labor workforce! ...

Jul 21, 202318 min
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