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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

Striking the Right Balance: Regulating AI in Healthcare with Shannon Klinger, the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Moderna

Balancing regulation with innovation is crucial when it comes to AI and healthcare. In this episode, Shannon Klinger, the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Moderna, shares her inspiring journey, emphasizing the pivotal role of AI in Moderna's research and development. She highlights how AI and digital technology are at the core of Moderna's strategy, significantly increasing mRNA production for clinical trials, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shannon stresses that each day c...

Mar 01, 20249 min

Roadmapping the Future of Care Delivery with Rebekah Gee, CEO and Founder of Nest Health

Nest Health pioneers whole-family healthcare for low-income Medicaid families, addressing critical needs often overlooked in the sector. Dr. Rebekah Gee, CEO and founder of Nest Health, discusses the innovative approach to care delivery that Nest Health is pioneering. She provides a comprehensive overview of Nest Health and how they are redefining primary care by bringing it directly to the homes of patients, particularly those in low-income families. Tune in to learn about the innovative approa...

Feb 29, 202418 min

How to Hire and Keep Top Sales Talent in Medtech with Rob Brown, Chief Commercial Officer at Bolt Navigation

Continuous improvement is achieved through an evaluate-learn-adjust cycle, utilizing tools such as AcuityMD's pipeline tool to enhance company predictability and viability. In this episode, Rob Brown, Chief Commercial Officer at Bolt Navigation, shares invaluable insights on hiring and maintaining top sales talent in Medtech. He talks about how he builds successful commercial teams, identifying key qualities in candidates, and leveraging resources such as innovative technologies to support conti...

Feb 29, 202427 min

Predicting Comfort: Charlotte Mather's Vision for Hospice Care

Predictive analytics and technology in hospice care anticipate every need with precision and compassion, from medical supplies to emotional support. Charlotte Mather explores the transformative impact of predictive analytics and technology on hospice care. She explains how these innovations ensure that essential medical supplies, medications, and even family support are efficiently deployed when they are most needed. Tune in to discover the power of foresight in creating comforting, supportive e...

Feb 28, 202431 min

Augmenting Healthcare with Robotics with Derek Kissos, Chief Growth Officer and Chief of Staff at HHS

The future lies in technology and humans working hand-in-hand to drive outcomes, augmenting human efforts with robotics and automation. In this episode, Derek Kissos, Chief Growth Officer and Chief of Staff at HHS, discusses how HHS differentiates itself by being a people-centric, agile organization that prioritizes transparency and corporate alignment. He explains how the company focuses on organic growth and aims to enhance efficiency through technology and human collaboration and highlights i...

Feb 27, 202416 min

Empowering Doctors with Cash Pay Weight Management Solutions with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO and founder of BuildMyHealth

BuildMyHealth goes beyond plastic surgery, actively transforming weight management programs. In today’s episode, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, CEO and founder of BuildMyHealth, discusses the impact of price transparency and the innovative weight management programs offered through BuildMyHealth. His platform provides a solution that focuses on price transparency, subscriptions, and weight management programs, leveraging automated technology to streamline patient experience and generate recurring revenue ...

Feb 26, 202416 min

The Rise of Weight Loss Medications: A Healthcare Trend with Dr. James Wantuck, the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Accolade

Healthcare is complicated, and most people don’t think about it until they need it. In this podcast episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Dr. James Wantuck, the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Accolade, who begins by stating his motivation for entering the healthcare field—a desire to have a significant impact on people's lives. James delves into the rising popularity of weight management medications, particularly GLP-1s, and the challenges employers face in providing coverage. James shares the resu...

Feb 23, 20249 min

Tech Solutions Bridging Gaps in Autism Care Delivery with Daniel Etra, CEO of RethinkFirst

RethinkFirst addresses the shortage of trained clinicians in autism and developmental disabilities by leveraging technology to achieve scalability. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Daniel Etra, CEO of RethinkFirst, who shares his journey into healthcare, driven by a desire to contribute value to society and how his company addresses the shortage of trained clinicians in the field of autism and broader developmental disabilities. RethinkFirst focuses on utilizing technology for scalable sol...

Feb 23, 202417 min

The Patient First Manifesto with Dr. Bryan Laskin, CEO and Co-Founder of Toothapps

As a dentist, viewing your practice from the perspective of the patient is the biggest opportunity that you have to grow your practice. In this episode, Dr. Bryan Laskin, CEO and Co-Founder of Toothapps, a dentist turned technology entrepreneur, discusses data interoperability, patient-centric care, and the challenges faced by the dental industry. Drawing from his extensive experience and Amazon best-selling book, "The Patient First Manifesto," Dr. Laskin highlights the imperative of adopting a ...

Feb 22, 202434 min

Destigmatizing Addiction: Normalizing Conversations for a Healthier Society with Ankit Gupta, the founder and CEO of Bicycle Health

The biggest challenge in addiction treatment is the stigma of addiction in our culture. In this episode, Ankit Gupta, the founder and CEO of Bicycle Health, explains how his company focuses on addressing the opioid crisis by offering virtual, national treatment for opioid use disorder, combining medications, recovery coaching, and a comprehensive care model. Ankit explains the unique aspects of Bicycle Health's care delivery model, which operates in 48 states and partners with major health plans...

Feb 22, 202422 min

The Power of Community-Driven Identification in Mental Health with Ilyas Patanam, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of NOCD

OCD is a condition that affects 1 in 40 people, but over 90% of people remain either misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. In this episode, Ilyas Patanam, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of NOCD, a healthcare company addressing the mental health crisis, shares his inspiration, rooted in helping individuals struggling with mental health conditions. NOCD focuses on treating OCD, a highly treatable yet often misdiagnosed condition, with an emphasis on education and awareness. Throughout this conversatio...

Feb 21, 202419 min

A Smarter Approach to Understanding Patient Preferences with Kathleen McQuade Ellmore, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Engagys

Unless your data is structured, thinking about applying AI isn't going to yield the outcomes you need. In this episode, Kathleen McQuade Ellmore, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Engagys, shares her expertise in transforming healthcare organizations to drive behavior change, lower costs, improve outcomes, increase revenue, and enhance the overall patient experience. Kathleen underscores the importance of focusing on "below-the-waterline" elements in healthcare digital transformation, emphasizi...

Feb 20, 202414 min

Fostering Social Bonds Through Workplace Fitness with Ed Buckley, the CEO of FitOn Health

With short, engaging workouts, the FitOn app allows individuals to integrate fitness into their busy schedules, anytime and anywhere. In this episode, Ed Buckley, the CEO of FitOn Health, recounts his journey from being a fitness instructor in grad school to leading FitOn Health, a company that has expanded its services to 18,000 employers nationwide. Emphasizing the uniqueness of their platform, Ed discusses how FitOn Health offers both digital content and in-person experiences under one umbrel...

Feb 19, 20245 min

Unlocking Seamless Healthcare Experiences with Digital Identity with Jason Sherwin, Senior Director of Business Development at Clear, and Ryan Howells, a Principal at Leavitt Partners and Program Manager at CARIN Alliance

From airports to the world of healthcare, digital identities have seamlessly transformed how we navigate and personalize our experiences. In this episode, Saul Marquez hosts Jason Sherwin, Senior Director of Business Development at Clear, and Ryan Howells, a Principal at Leavitt Partners and Program Manager at CARIN Alliance. The discussion delves into the significance of digital identity in healthcare. Jason explains how Clear's consumer-facing identity platform, known for its privacy and trust...

Feb 16, 202416 min

Global Health, Local Impact: Tech-Driven Health Equity Initiatives with John Sargent, co-founder of BroadReach Group

BroadReach Group has managed to positively impact millions of lives in Africa with successful programs in Africa. In this episode, John Sargent, co-founder of BroadReach Group, shares insights into the work his organization has been doing to address health disparities globally, particularly in underserved communities. BroadReach Group has a 20-year history of leveraging Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to address global health equity issues, particularly focusing on HIV, tuberculosis, a...

Feb 16, 202413 min

How to Empower Your Medtech Sales Team and Drive Adoption of New Technology with Jake Carr, Director of Sales Enablement and Strategy at NICO Corporation

True success is evidenced by elevated utilization rates, affirming the solution's tangible value to the sales team. In this episode, Jake Carr, Director of Sales Enablement and Strategy at NICO Corporation, shares insights into the challenges of managing hyper-growth in Medtech and the importance of technology acquisition and onboarding for sales teams. He discusses how his company leverages technology to improve patient outcomes in the treatment of brain tumors and hemorrhagic stroke. Jake emph...

Feb 15, 202422 min

Federated Computing and Rhino Health: Connecting the World's Data with Ittai Dayan, co-founder and CEO of Rhino Health

The world is moving towards data federation, and Rhino Health's federated computing platform is at the forefront of this transformative shift. In this episode, Ittai Dayan, co-founder and CEO of Rhino Health, explains Rhino Health's federated computing platform, utilizing federated learning and edge computing technologies. The platform supports global collaborations with hospitals, biopharma companies, and professional societies, aiming to democratize and diversify AI development and deployment ...

Feb 15, 202410 min

How Healthtech Can Improve Care Delivery for Midlife Women with Joanna Strober, CEO and Founder of Midi Health

Midi Health fills the gap in women's healthcare by focusing on midlife women experiencing symptoms related to estrogen depletion. In this episode, Joanna Strober, founder of Midi Health, discusses her transition from venture capital to founding Midi Health, which addresses healthcare gaps for women 35 and older experiencing estrogen-related symptoms. She explains how Midi Health offers accessible care through its website, emphasizing patient experience and aiming for national recognition to fill...

Feb 15, 202424 min

Innovations in Data Governance, AI, and Knowledge Management for Better Outcomes with James Kugler, CEO of EMD Digital at Merck KGaA and Director of Syntropy, and Carl Bate, founder & CEO at Evidium

Healthcare AI should prioritize empowering knowledge, expertise, and scientific improvement for its evolving development. In this episode, James Kugler, CEO of EMD Digital at Merck KGaA and Director of Syntropy, and Carl Bate, founder & CEO at Evidium, discuss their work in healthcare outcomes and accelerating research, sharing insights on how their organizations are adding value to the healthcare ecosystem. James highlights Syntropy's focus on healthcare data governance and the challenges o...

Feb 14, 202424 min

Enhancing Revenue Cycle Efficiency Through RPA and AI with Peter Camp, CTO and founder at CampTek Software

Maximize automation ROI by targeting high-value processes with efficient resource utilization. In this episode, Peter Camp, CTO and founder at CampTek Software, shares insights into how his company adds value to the healthcare ecosystem through RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and AI. He discusses the importance of automation in healthcare, emphasizing the need to identify high-value processes for automation to achieve quick ROI. Peter also highlights specific areas within the revenue cycle that...

Feb 13, 20244 min

The Human Touch in Healthcare Technology with Dave Bennett, the Executive Vice President of Healthcare at pCare by Uniguest

pCare's success lies not just in technology but in the unique integration of technology with organizational culture. In this episode, Dave Bennett, the Executive Vice President of Healthcare at pCare by Uniguest, shares insights into the groundbreaking work being done at pCare by Uniguest, their approach to adding value to the healthcare ecosystem, and the impact of technology and people on healthcare innovation. He discusses the organization’s success in aligning with customer needs, integratin...

Feb 12, 202415 min

Leveraging Patient Stories for Policy and Advocacy with Larissa D’Andrea, the Global Vice President of Impact at ResMed

You have every right to access and afford good-quality healthcare. In this episode, Larissa D’Andrea, the Global Vice President of Impact at ResMed, emphasizes the importance of engaging diverse communities in the development and deployment of health technology. She highlights the significance of including patients, clinicians, and caregivers in the healthcare journey, advocating for a more inclusive approach to healthcare. Larissa also shares the inspiring story of a patient who, thanks to data...

Feb 09, 202411 min

The Nurse's Voice: CareLuminate's Approach to Quality Data with Linda Komisak, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at CareLuminate

CareLuminate unlocks hospital quality by tapping into bedside nurses' firsthand insights, empowering patients and stakeholders to make informed decisions. In this episode, Linda Komisak, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at CareLuminate, shares her journey from working in emergency and trauma departments to co-founding CareLuminate with the mission of revolutionizing hospital quality measurement. She explains how the company aims to gather quality data directly from nurses to obtain accurat...

Feb 09, 202420 min

Earning Success Through Taking Care of Yourself with John Roussot, Founder and Chief Excellence Officer of FiiT4GROWTH

If you want to succeed at higher levels, you can't afford to not take care of yourself. In this episode, John Roussot discusses the essence of leadership and personal growth and shares insights on how he’s creating high-performance teams. He emphasizes that achieving greatness relies on clarity, awareness, and prioritizing well-being in personal and professional success, highlighting the impact of goal prioritization, accountability, and the significance of connection, communication, collaborati...

Feb 08, 202428 min

Harnessing Digital Innovation for Healthcare Transformation with Sonia Singh, the Chief Insights Officer at AVIA

AVIA guides healthcare entities with a membership model, providing deep insights and strategic recommendations for impactful digital investments. In this episode, Sonia Singh, the Chief Insights Officer at AVIA, discusses valuable insights into AVIA's role as a digital transformation partner to health systems, emphasizing their unique approach to market insights and the long-term relationships they build with their clients. Sonia discusses AVIA's role as a digital transformation partner for heal...

Feb 07, 202423 min

Disrupting Disease Upstream: Interconnected Body Systems and Health with Cynthia Thurlow, Nurse Practitioner, Speaker and Author

Why did experienced nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow leave clinical practice? In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner, turned speaker and author, brings her wealth of experience from both clinical practice and personal triumphs, her thoughts on the power of intermittent fasting, her transformative approach to metabolic health, and her fierce advocacy for personalized treatment plans. She shares insights from her own journey, demonstrating how a shift toward root causes and funct...

Feb 07, 202448 min

How a Tech Expert is Improving Patient Outcomes with RJ Kedziora, the co-founder of Estenda Solutions

People won’t be replaced by generative AI, but by people who know how to use generative AI. In this episode, RJ Kedziora, the co-founder of Estenda Solutions, a company specializing in product development and data analytics solutions for the healthcare industry, emphasizes its commitment to creating value, reducing risk, and ensuring product quality. Estenda, celebrating its 20th anniversary, collaborates with healthcare organizations, hospitals, and medical device manufacturers to develop digit...

Feb 06, 202416 min

Deep Dive with Clearstep Into the World of AI Care Navigation with Adeel Malik, CEO and co-founder of Clearstep

Building a truly integrated, virtual-first, but hybrid care delivery ecosystem is a transformative trend. In this episode, Adeel Malik, CEO and co-founder of Clearstep, an AI care navigation company transforming healthcare, delves into the challenges, solutions, and necessity for health systems to deploy technology for better access. Clearstep supports health systems by providing an AI-assisted consumer lens, ensuring efficient and accurate healthcare access. The core use case involves helping p...

Feb 06, 202424 min

Injection Management 2.0: A Safer, Efficient, and Sustainable Approach with NeedleSmart’s Cliff Kirby, CEO, and Michael Barron, COO

Healthcare presents a unique challenge where every problem relies on people, creating an opportunity for innovation and impactful solutions. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes NeedleSmart’s Cliff Kirby, CEO, and Michael Barron, COO, to the Outcomes Rocket podcast, where they delve into the core problems the company aims to solve, focusing on the outdated practices surrounding injections and the lack of a streamlined workflow. Cliff highlights the challenges in healthcare, emphasizing the nee...

Feb 05, 202420 min

Unleashing the Potential of Technology in Value-Based Care with Jean-Claude Saghbini, President at Lumeris and a Leading Expert in Technology and Engineering for Population Health Management

In value-based care, technology is the catalyst, but success requires management and aligned incentives for better, cost-effective care. In today's episode, Jean-Claude Saghbini, President at Lumeris and a Leading Expert in Technology and Engineering for Population Health Management, shares technology's foundational role in success in value-based healthcare care. Jean-Claude underscores the importance of understanding the populations and individual patients being served, which requires access to...

Feb 02, 202415 min
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