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Hybrid care teams, blending in-person and virtual care, are improving efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment. In this episode, Tammy Cress, Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Solutions at Teladoc Health, discusses how Teladoc is addressing workforce challenges in healthcare by using digital solutions and hybrid care teams. Tammy explains the importance of listening to the market to design technology products that help health systems transform their care delivery models. She also highlights the use of hybrid care teams, which blend in-person and virtual care to improve efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment. Additionally, Tammy shares insights from a recent market survey that indicates a significant increase in the adoption of telehealth and positive perceptions of its quality. Tune in to learn how Teladoc Health is driving change in healthcare delivery through technology and innovative care models! Resources: Connect with and follow Tammy Cress on LinkedIn. Learn more about Teladoc on their LinkedIn and website. Email Tammy directly here.
About Tammy Cress:Tammy Cress is the Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Solutions at Teladoc Health. As a nurse by background, Tammy leads a cross-functional team to develop and evolve solutions that enable care transformation at scale while addressing the health systems' most challenging problems.Things You'll Learn:Listening to the market and designing technology to fit the needs of health systems is crucial for effective care transformation.Hybrid care teams, blending in-person and virtual care, are improving efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment.Telehealth adoption is on the rise. Twenty-five percent of care is now delivered virtually, and perceptions of its quality are increasing.Enterprise telehealth solutions and the incorporation of AI tools can scale efficiencies and improve care outcomes.Care teams will have more time to spend with patients and deliver better-quality care through improved collaboration and technology.Resources:Connect with and follow Tammy Cress on LinkedIn.Learn more about Teladoc on their LinkedIn and website.Email Tammy directly here.
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Join Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health, as he shares insights on scaling AI adoption, building sustainable innovation infrastructure, and transforming healthcare delivery through data-driven approaches. Learn how one of the nation's largest health systems is successfully integrating advanced analytics and AI into clinical practice while maintaining governance and ethical standards. Real-world implementation of clinical AI at scale Building sustainable innovation infrastructure Data strategy for improved patient and provider experiences Governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption Implementation and impact from digital scribes to diagnosticsKiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter HealthShahid Shah, Chairman of the Board, Netspective Foundation
How Smart Room Technology Reshapes Patient Experience Host Beth Friedman talks with Heather Wood live at HIMSS 2025. Heather serves as the VP of Clinical Innovation and Training at Vibe by eVideon and is a Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP). Heather shares new insights from her work with several of the nation's most innovative health systems to the conversation along with take aways from three client speakers at HIMSS. But it's Heather's personal story as a former unit nurse and patient that drive home the reasons why smart hospital rooms matter and why you should ask for one during your next inpatient stay. https://www.evideon.com/vibe-health Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/
Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!Our Guests: LuAnn Kimker, Senior Vice President (SVP) for Clinical Innovation at Azara Healthcare & Sinead Forkan-Kelly, Director of Client Success and Growth Strategies at American Medical Association (AMA).What you'll get out of this episode:The American Medical Association (AMA) prioritizes hypertension management to prevent cardiovascular disease.Azara Healthcare provides real-time data insights for better treatment decisions.The AMA MAP framework guides care teams in accurate measurement and rapid action.Automated outreach tools help increase patient engagement and adherence.Collaboration between AMA and Azara supports care teams nationwide in improving hypertension care.To learn more about Azara Healthcare & American Medical Association (AMA):Azara Healthcare Website http://www.azarahealthcare.comAzara Healthcare LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/azara-healthcare/AMA Website http://www.ama-assn.orgAMA LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-medical-association/Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.
Today, I am delighted to connect with my physician colleague, Dr. Vivek Lal. He is a physician-scientist, a double board-certified physician, an innovator, and an entrepreneur. He is also the Director of Clinical Innovation at the Marnix Heersink Institute of Biomedical Innovation and Professor and Director of the Pulmonary Microbiome Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In today's conversation, we dive into the lung microbiome, examining the anatomy and physiology of the lungs, gas exchange, and why air is medicine. We discuss the realities of lung function, looking at the lung microbiome, dysbiosis, the concept of leaky lung, and the gut-lung relationship, and explore how lifestyle, exercise, and nutrition impact lung health and how sleep deprivation and stress can lead to lung infections and inflammation. We also get into specific diagnoses related to lung health, the effects of environmental toxins, and the latest cutting-edge research on probiotics that may benefit lung health, and touch on the consequences of long-term steroid use for chronic conditions and how menopause impacts the lung microbiome. I know you will love this invaluable conversation with Dr. Vivek Lal. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Lal explains the anatomy and physiology of the lungs Why Dr. Lal believes air is medicine How the lung microbiome compares with the gut microbiome How the concept of real lung function can prevent secondary health issues How lifestyle factors influence lung health How the gut-lung axis affects lung health How ResB Lung Support, the world's first respiratory probiotic, was developed The benefits of using the ResB Lung Support probiotic How probiotics can reduce the side effects of long-term steroid use Bio: Dr. Vivek Lal Dr. C. Vivek Lal, MD, is a physician-scientist, innovator, and entrepreneur. He is the Director of Clinical Innovation at the Marnix Heersink Institute of Biomedical Innovation, Professor, and the Director of the Pulmonary Microbiome Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Dr. Lal is the founder of Alveolus Bio, Inc., a biotech platform company that does FDA-approved pulmonary drug development. He is also the founder and CEO of ResBiotic Nutrition, Inc., a company that makes science-backed wellness supplements, and Urgent Care for Children, a Southeast US-based urgent care chain headquartered in AL. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Vivek Lal On the ResBiotic website Email Dr. Lal: Vikek@resbiotic.com
AI-Driven Healthcare: Sutter Health's Journey to Scale Clinical Innovation Join Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health, as he shares insights on scaling AI adoption, building sustainable innovation infrastructure, and transforming healthcare delivery through data-driven approaches. Learn how one of the nation's largest health systems is successfully integrating advanced analytics and AI into clinical practice while maintaining governance and ethical standards. • Real-world implementation of clinical AI at scale • Building sustainable innovation infrastructure • Data strategy for improved patient and provider experiences • Governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption • Implementation and impact from digital scribes to diagnostics To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen
Medcan's Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, is joined by Dr. Julia Alleyne, a Medcan family physician with a focused practice in sport and exercise medicine. Drawing from her extensive medical experience with numerous international sporting events including the Olympics and the Invictus Games, Dr. Alleyne shares insights, stories, and guidance to help inspire us all on our own wellbeing and recovery journeys. Episode Highlights: Fear of Reinjury: Understanding why fear can slow recovery—and how to overcome it. The Power of Visualization: How seeing yourself succeed can boot confidence and improve performance. Lessons from Elite Athletes: What any of us can learn from Olympians and Invictus Games competitors. Active Rest & Rehab Strategies: Why staying mentally and physically engaged leads to better healing. Integrating Wellness in Recovery: The role of support systems, motivation, and mindset Key Takeaways: Rehabilitation is not just physical—it's mental, too Visualization is key for confidence and recovery Overcoming fear is essential to getting back on track Adaptive sports help athletes—and everyday people—find new purpose Looking for extra support in injury prevention, rehabilitation, or wellness? Visit www.medcan.com for more resources.
Is travel one of the keys to a healthier, happier life? Most people know travel can be enjoyable, but did you know it has numerous health benefits? In Eat Move Think episode 213, Dr. Aisha Khatib, Medcan's Clinical Director of Travel Medicine joins host Allison Hazell, Director of Clinical Innovation, to reveal the surprising and evidence-based health benefits of travel. From the mental boost of planning a trip to the physical benefits of exploring new environments, this episode dives deep into the evidence that supports travel may help you live a longer, healthier life. Highlights: The Science of Travel and Happiness: Learn how planning a trip can increase dopamine, the brain's "reward chemical," boosting anticipation and happiness. Cognitive Gains from New Experiences: Discover how immersing yourself in different cultures and environments enhances creativity, problem-solving, and neuroplasticity. Nature's Healing Powers: Explore the benefits of "forest bathing" and spending time in green spaces, and how these activities reduce stress and improve overall health. Physical Benefits of Travel: Understand how exploring new locations naturally increases physical activity. Staying Safe and Healthy: Get tips from Dr. Khatib on protecting yourself from travel-related health risks, including vaccines, hydration, and staying active on the go. What You Can Do: Incorporate travel into your life when and where possible - even short local trips can be beneficial, as Dr. Khatib explains. Enjoy the process of trip planning, which in itself can boost your wellbeing Incorporate the vast benefits of being in nature into your daily life, leveraging concepts like blue light therapy and forest bathing Ensure you are prepared for any health risks you may encounter by visiting a travel medicine specialist. Learn more about Medcan's Travel Medicine services and book an appointment with Dr. Khatib at medcan.com/specialist-health-services.
In a conversation with CancerNetwork® at the 2024 Annual Oncology Clinical Practice and Research Summit, Andrew M. Evens, DO, MBA, MSc, spoke about a session he moderated at the meeting, in which he and other panelists highlighted ongoing efforts to improve the quality of care for cancer survivors at his institution. Evens is the deputy director for Clinical Services at Rutgers Cancer Institute and the system director of Medical Oncology and the oncology lead at RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. He is also the associate vice chancellor for Clinical Innovation and Data Analytics at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. Evens contextualized the presentation by describing various gaps in care for survivors of cancer, particularly among adolescent and young adult populations or those who become “lost in transition” as they switch from pediatric to adulthood survivorship. He emphasized a growing effort to mitigate the risks of post-acute or late effects following prior anti-cancer therapy, which can include cardiac disease, lung disease, or increased infections associated with chemotherapy or radiation. As part of elevating the level of care for cancer survivors, Evens described the collaborative efforts across different departments at his institution, including medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists; pharmacists; nurses; pathologists; and members of the clinical research team. Other international research projects, including those formed in association with the National Cancer Institute, aim to elucidate the granularity of treatment-related toxicity, which may help inform better survivorship care strategies. “Survivorship includes many factors,” Evens said. “There are physical and emotional factors, and we want to do everything we can as a comprehensive cancer program, and to do what's best for the patient in a holistic manner. [Beyond the] cancer, it also means the emotional factors and health behavior modifications. For the rest of their life, [we want to] help the patient in every way possible so they can live the most fruitful life. A high quality of life is what we strive for.” Reference Evens A, Cole P, Ligresti L, Manne S. Cancer survivorship: scale, scope, and partnerships for patient-centered care. Presented at the 2024 Annual Oncology Clinical Practice and Research Summit; November 15-16, 2024; New Brunswick, NJ.
"Translational science is really general principles for how we take scientific discoveries and basic scientific information and translate that into implementable, viable, feasible health solutions for both the patient and the provider to be able to utilize," says Michael Kurilla, MD, PhD, of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). In this episode, Kurilla discusses his work as the director of the Division of Clinical Innovation at NCATS, and the role translational research and science plays in healthcare. Harvard Catalyst is a member of the NCATS Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3OeJta1
In this episode, we dive into the world of advanced brain health technologies at NeuroPeak. Join us as we chat with Tanja, VP of Clinical Innovation, who shares her journey as a physiotherapist and her work at Neuropeak, previously known as the Surrey Neuroplasticity Clinic. Discover the remarkable stories of patients who experienced life-changing improvements, learn about various groundbreaking therapies like the NeuroCATCH brain scan, Ammortal Chamber, and the ShiftWave chair. Tanja also highlights the exciting potential of psychedelic studies for mental health and neuroplasticity, as well as the importance of integrating the latest innovations from around the globe to enhance brain and body performance. Connect with NeuroPeak here Connect with Kid Carson here
Medcan's Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, speaks with Jessica Gu, Medcan's Clinical Director of Genetics, about the ApoE gene and its connection to longevity, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer's disease. They explore how ApoE variants, including E2, E3, and E4, impact your health, and discuss how genetic testing, including whole genome sequencing, can help you understand your risk for these conditions. Tune in to learn how lifestyle changes can influence genetic risk factors and how you can use this information to lead a healthier, longer life. What You Can Do To help you understand your personal genetic insights, Medcan offers a suite of enhanced genetics screening options, including Whole Genome Sequencing. With DNA testing of over 4,000 genes, you will receive a comprehensive view of your potential genetic risks. A Medcan certified genetic counsellor and a medical geneticist will provide clinical guidance to support evidence-based decisions to improve your health. To learn more about our enhanced genetics screenings including Whole Genome Sequencing, and to request an appointment with one of Medcan's genetic counsellors, visit medcan.com/genetics.
HealthLeaders Senior Editor for Innovation Eric Wicklund talks with Steff Miff, president and CEO of the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation, about PCCI's new Community Vulnerability Compass, which helps healthcare providers identify communities facing barriers to healthcare access.
Dr. Anuja Dokras reviews the Women's Health Center for Clinical Innovation, a leader in clinical advances, research, and interactive programs for women throughout the reproductive cycle, from inspiring fertility (Fast Track to Fertility) to postpartum care (HeartSafe Motherhood) and beyond.
In a recent interview with healthsystemsCIO, Dr. Barry Stein, Chief Clinical Innovation Officer and Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Hartford HealthCare, shared insights into the organization's enterprise imaging strategy. Dr. Stein and Anthony discuss: How Hartford is streamlining access to patient images across their vast network, and how Epic fits into the process The importance […] Source: An Enterprise Imaging Journey Starts With Defining Your True North, Then Throwing in a Helping of Flexibility, says Hartford HealthCare Chief Clinical Innovation Officer & Chief Medical Informatics Officer Dr. Barry Stein on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.
Series Two: Who Defines Risk? This series topic was borne from the recent happenings in the world of homebirth in Australia around Professional Indemnity Insurance for Privately Practicing Midwives and the potential parameters that they will have to practice within. Advocacy efforts are underway to ensure that women can continue to choose where and with whom they give birth and that midwives can continue to support them. Homebirth Australia (HBA) are asking people to write to their MPs informing them of how the proposed insurance will impact them personally. Please refer to HBA Instagram for more information: www.instagram.com/homebirth_australia Episode One: Exploring the concept of risk with Kristyn Begnell from Homebirth Australia In this episode Jo and Jerusha chat with Kristyn Begnell from Homebirth Australia. They explore the concept of risk, who gets to define it and how this potentially violates human rights and ethical practice guidelines. Kristyn is a mother of two young girls, living on Darug and Gundungurra country in the Blue Mountains of NSW. After researching different models of care, Kristyn planned a homebirth with a privately practising midwife (PPM) for her first child but transferred to hospital at 37 weeks due to medical complications unrelated to pregnancy. She describes her birth experience in a public hospital as traumatic. Kristyn saw the same midwife during her second and third pregnancies and had a successful homebirth after caesarean in 2018. This experience propelled her into maternity advocacy, particularly homebirth advocacy, when she became a consumer representative for her local publicly funded homebirth program and joined Homebirth NSW (then Homebirth Access Sydney) in 2018. She has since been a consumer representative for the Australian College of Midwives, the Bureau of Health Information, the NSW Ministry of Health, The Agency of Clinical Innovation, the LEAPP Guidelines, her local health district and has been the National Convenor of Homebirth Australia since 2021. Kristyn testified at the recent NSW Birth Trauma Inquiry both as a consumer and as a representative of Homebirth Australia. Links Homebirth AustraliaInstagram: www.instagram.com/homebirth_australiaFacebook: www.facebook.com/homebirthaustralia Birth TimeWebsite: www.birthtime.worldInstagram: www.instagram.com/birthtimeworldFacebook: www.facebook.com/birthtimeworld JerushaWebsite: www.jerusha.com.auInstagram: www.instagram.com/jerushasuttonFacebook: www.facebook.com/jerushasuttonphotography JoWebsite: www.midwifejo.com.auInstagram: www.instagram.com/midwifejohunterFacebook: www.facebook.com/MidwifeJo BIRTH TIME GIFT CARD: www.birthtime.world/watch-nowTHE HANDBOOK: www.birthtime.world/the-handbookMERCH: www.birthtime.world/shop Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Thanks for listening, we appreciate every single one of you.
John Morgan served as the Chief Clinical Innovation Officer at Virginia Medicaid from 2020-2024 and is now the medical lead at Waymark, a company that provides free, community-based care for people enrolled in Medicaid programs. John will work directly with Waymark's community-based teams and providerIn the interview, we talk about his experience grappling with the ethical and financial considerations in his role as the clinical innovation officer and what it was like to make decisions about utilization of resources during the COVID pandemic. John is a huge advocate for Community Health Workers and he takes me through the critical role they are playing in Waymark's model to address social determinants of health, and the broader trend towards value-based care and the need for continued innovation in healthcare delivery. He also wants you to call your state representatives. Here is a link to the paper discussed in the outro:Prediction of non emergent acute care utilization and cost among patients receiving Medicaid ***********If you have any feedback, show/interview recommendations, or want to collaborate on the show, please reach out!Email: Tama.TheMDM@gmail.comInstagram: TheMDM.podcastTwitter: theMDMpodcast***********Host: Tama Thé | Pediatric Emergency MedicineProducer: Melissa Puffenbarger | Pediatric Emergency MedicineCommunications Director: Katrianna Urrea | MD Candidate
Healthcare leaders have dozens of priorities on their plates, and achieving innovation is not as simple as just buying a new technology or implementing a new care model. Frankly, it can be overwhelming not just to see innovations through, but even to get started. So, what does it really take to innovate? And how do you align your organization's challenges with the solutions or innovations that are being presented to you? In this special episode, live from Advisory Board's 2024 Clinical Innovation Summit, guest host and Advisory Board digital health expert John League invites Dr. Ayo Ajaiyeoba from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City, and Elliot Green, cofounder and CEO of Dandelion Health, to dive deep on the realities of innovation. Throughout the discussion, they explore what it takes to get started, how to act in the face of ambiguity, and how you should be thinking about tools like data and partnerships to achieve your goals. Links: Blue Cross Blue Shield Dandelion Health Top 5 takeaways from our Clinical Innovation Summit 4 imperatives for the future of healthcare innovation Truly personalized care is possible. Here's how to make it a reality. More upcoming events from Advisory Board Learn more about Advisory Board On-Demand Courses A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on radioadvisory.advisory.com.
Welcome to the latest series of Fertility Foundations, where we speak in depth with expert guests about how to prepare the foundations for healthy pregnancy. This week Sandra Greenbank is talking to Debbie Cotton, Head of Clinical Innovation at Invivo Healthcare, about the vaginal microbiome and how this can affect fertility. In this episode Sandra and Debbie discuss the significance of the vaginal microbiome in fertility, looking at its impact on reproductive health. They highlight the importance of understanding and working with one's vaginal microbiome for optimal fertility outcomes, and provide insights into the role of nutritional therapy, microbiome testing and the potential harmful effects of conventional period products on not just the vaginal microbiome but also overall health. You can find more information about microbiome testing at Invivo's website here: www.invivohealthcare.com Or find them on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/invivohealthcare This podcast is sponsored by Invivo Healthcare, a human microbiome company. They specialise in accurate testing of different microbes such as the gut, vagina, oral and urinary, as well as a range of specially curated supplements focused on the microbiomes. They support healthcare providers and their clients navigate the complex world of the human microbiome and it's one of the most used labs and supplements by our own fertility specialists at the Fertility Nutrition Centre. Visit the Invivo website for more information at www.invivohealthcare.com.
Margie Balfour, MD, PhD is the Chief of Quality & Clinical Innovation at Connections Health Solutions.
So far in our series on bespoke care and innovation, we've delved into the future of cancer care and the opportunities for equity in precision medicine. But we can't conclude our series without talking about one of the most exciting developments in the field: cell and gene therapies. We've talked about these therapies on the pod before—but like everyone else, we've primarily focused on the payment side of the equation and looked at how purchasers and pharma can work together to ensure patient access. These conversations miss the voice of a key stakeholder: providers. What is the role of the provider organizations in realizing the value of cell and gene therapies? To answer that question, in the final episode of our series leading up to Advisory Board's Clinical Innovation Summit: Revolutions in Specialty Care, host Rachel (Rae) Woods invites Advisory Board pharmacy experts Gina Lohr and Chloe Bakst to unpack unpack how providers are grappling with how to get these life-changing treatments to those that need them. Links: Ep. 210: How you approach precision medicine matters—for some patients more than others Ep. 209: Predicting what oncology will look like in 2030 4 things leaders need to know about high-cost drugs 3 takeaways on why primary care is key to migraine management Register for the Revolutions in Specialty Care Summit A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on radioadvisory.advisory.com.
What if the key to unlocking your supply chain's full potential has been hiding in plain sight all along, in the most unlikely place – the Operating Room? This week on Power Supply, Dr. Pearce McCarty, orthopedic surgeon and supply chain innovator, joins us to make a compelling case for why engaging surgeons in healthcare supply chain could be the key to unlocking game-changing improvements in cost, quality, and outcomes. He'll share eye-opening stories from his own journey into the supply chain realm and reveal the communication strategies and data-driven tactics that helped him bridge the gap between the OR and supply chain. Plus, Dr. McCarty will give us an exclusive look at how cutting-edge technologies like generative AI could revolutionize the way surgeons and supply chain teams collaborate to drive sustainable change. Tune in, buckle up, and get ready to explore the untapped potential of surgeon-supply chain collaboration – your patients, your providers, and your bottom line will thank you! Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for .5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps10-6 #PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #HealthcareSupplyChain #PhysicianEngagement #ClinicalCollaboration
It's no secret that healthcare is becoming more and more personalized – or “bespoke” – as increasingly sophisticated diagnostics and therapeutics continue to explode into the market. This vast pipeline is redefining the industry in several ways—but there is real risk associated if the stakeholders responsible for developing, delivering, and paying for these innovations aren't baking health equity into their business models. Last week, in the first episode of our run up to the Advisory Board Clinical Innovation Summit: Revolutions in Specialty Care, we discussed Advisory Board's prediction for the future of oncology. This week, host Rachel (Rae) Woods invites Advisory Board experts Amanda Okaka and Fanta Cherif to break down the health equity conundrum presented by precision medicine: Will precision medicine reduce health disparities, or exacerbate them? The answer depends on the actions—big and small—of industry leaders. Links: Register for the Revolutions in Specialty Care Summit How precision medicine can help us move from race-based to race-conscious medicine Ep. 209: Predicting what oncology will look like in 2030 Ep. 204: Unveiling "Bespoke Care": Healthcare's tailored future Bespoke care, part 1: What it is and how it's transforming care delivery Register for the Clinical Innovation Summit A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on radioadvisory.advisory.com.
There has been a lot of change in the oncology space in the last few years. These changes have brought new pressures, like workforce strain, increased competition, rising spend, and more. While many leaders are worried about the "right now," it is crucial to consider how you can best position yourself for the future of cancer care. That's why, in this episode, host Rachel (Rae) Woods invites Advisory Board specialty care experts Lindsey Paul and Julia Elder to discuss why preparing for the future means making changes today. Throughout the conversation, they discuss how current pressures are changing the field of oncology and four ways cancer care will change by 2030. Links: 4 predictions for cancer care in 2030 3 strategies to leverage oncology pharmacists and improve cancer care 5 strategies to deploy (and empower) APPs in cancer care Ep. 203: Value series: Is the future of VBC in specialty care? Zing Health & Strive Health say yes. Ep. 202: Value series: Why CenterWell (and Humana) is going all in on senior care Register for the Clinical Innovation Summit A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on radioadvisory.advisory.com.
Technology can either improve the patient care journey or make it horribly worse. In this episode, Mark Townsend discusses his journey from cardiologist to healthcare innovator, emphasizing the need for tools in patient care, leveraging technology for improvements like sepsis management and conversational AI for dementia care. He highlights EHR limitations, advocating for third-party development to enhance capabilities, and underscores innovation's role in empowering providers and containing costs through AI and streamlined workflows. Tune in and learn how advancements in technology are reshaping the future of healthcare delivery! Resources: Connect and follow Mark Townsend on LinkedIn. Follow Bon Secours Mercy Health on LinkedIn. Discover the Bon Secours Mercy Health Website! About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company's platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.
In today's episode we delve into the impactful conversation between host Dr. Sarah Smith and guest Dr. Marc-David Munk, an emergency physician and author. The discussion addresses the underlying issues contributing to burnout and disillusionment among physicians, the challenges within the emergency medicine realm, and the necessity of redefining clinical medicine for sustainability. Dr. Munk shares his experiences from transitioning from emergency medicine to creating disruptive healthcare models, emphasizing the critical need for clinician advocacy in addressing system-wide issues. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: 1️⃣ Physicians feel the impact of dysfunctional systems in medicine, leading to burnout and disillusionment. The emergency department reflects broader healthcare issues, with understaffing, heavy patient loads, and a lack of investment. This calls for a fundamental shift in incentivizing and motivating physicians. 2️⃣ Healthcare incentivization should prioritize process measures over outcome goals, recognizing the influence of genetics, patient behavior, and socioeconomic factors on outcomes. Dr. Munk advocates for a non-punitive approach to collecting and sharing performance data, promoting accountability and quality improvement. 3️⃣ Dr. Munk's transition to implementing a disruptive primary care model, with longer appointments and health coaches, emphasizes the importance of reconnection with patients and redefining the delivery of healthcare. We need smarter approaches to healthcare delivery, focusing on population health, prevention, and creative strategies for patient care. Dr. Marc-David Munk Bio: Dr Marc-David M a Canadian/American, has emerged as a prominent figure in healthcare, driving change in emergency medicine and healthcare management across the U.S. and internationally. His career began as an emergency medicine professor and as the medical director of Qatar's national ambulance service. Advancing to executive roles, he served as Chief Medical Officer for elite physician groups and as the regional President for an international division of a leading American healthcare system. Raised in Switzerland and Canada, Dr. Munk's educational path led him to earn a BA in philosophy and religion from Colgate University. He then attained an MPH in international health from Boston University. His medical training was completed at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, followed by an emergency medicine residency and an international health fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. He also holds a Diploma in Tropical Medicine from Peru's Gorgas Program and a master's in healthcare management from Harvard University. Dr. Munk lives outside Boston with his wife and two children. -------------- Would you like to view a transcript of this episode? Click here **** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine. Learn more at https://www.chartingcoach.ca **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don't forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released. **** Come hang out with me on Facebook or Instagram. Follow me @chartingcoach to get more practical tools to help you create sustainable clinical medicine in your life. **** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.
Effective collaboration, marked by alignment, shared interests, and a collaborative culture, is required to drive meaningful change in healthcare. In this episode, Steve Miff, President and CEO of the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation, talks about the groundbreaking work being done by his organization in utilizing artificial intelligence and cognitive computing to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes for vulnerable populations. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, both locally and nationally, and highlights PCCI's unique structure, operating as a nonprofit with a technology startup mindset. Dr. Miff discusses various partnerships, the significance of aligning goals in collaborations, and the organization's holistic approach, considering social determinants of health, mental health, and the capacity for self-care. He also explains how PCCI aims to establish a proactive, consumer-driven healthcare experience, exemplified by ongoing initiatives like the community vulnerability compass and predictive models for specific health areas. Tune in to learn more about the inspiring work being done by Dr. Miff and the PCCI team. Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Steve Miff on LinkedIn. Learn more about PCCI on their LinkedIn and website.
In this episode, McDermott partner Bernadette Broccolo sits down with Dr. Broyles for his thoughts on the measures and avenues for health system success in implementing new digital health technologies, the areas of digital health innovation driving health system digital health strategies, the importance of balancing health system innovation imperatives and enterprise risk tolerance and more.
Here's an interesting take on leveraging existing technology and care structures to address the mental health crisis. In this episode, Nishi Rawat talks about how she's working with her OpenBeds initiative to improve access to mental health and substance disorder treatments. She explains how it seamlessly integrates with the 988 crisis helpline, offering efficient digital intake, assessment, and mobile crisis team dispatch, and emphasizes the importance of hands-on care. Listen to this episode and learn how Dr. Nishi Rawat is leading an important transformation in healthcare for mental health access and treatment! Resources: Connect with and follow Nishi Rawat on LinkedIn. Follow Bamboo Health on LinkedIn. Visit the Bamboo Health Website! Discover more about the OpenBeds solution here! Reach out to Bamboo Health at Connect@BambooHealth.com Learn more about the SAMHSA 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here!
From our recently concluded national conference in Washington DC, WEDI Board Chair Ed Hafner welcomes a panel of AI SMEs to discuss their successes and challenges in developing AI strategies in healthcare. The panel: Kevin Larsen, MD, SVP, Clinical Innovation, Optum Derrick Higgins, Head of Enterprise Data Science and AI, HCSC Jared Staal, Senior Director, Advanced Analytics and AI, Mayo Clinic
Russell Horton, DO, Medical Director of Clinical Innovation at Banner Innovation Group, Banner Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, the significance of being able to effectively leverage data, where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future, and more.
Russell Horton, DO, Medical Director of Clinical Innovation at Banner Innovation Group, Banner Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, the significance of being able to effectively leverage data, where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future, and more.
The United States needs help regarding health access and equity. As Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation of Translation at Optum, Kevin Larsen's role is to provide clinical leadership and voice to some of their solutions, but under that, there's a desire for people to live their lives without health conditions being an obstacle. Through technology, they are gathering every data available to deliver a personalized recommendation based on the latest clinical guidelines for patients. He also mentions how partnerships can boost the solutions already rolling on the ground and the diversity conversation around healthcare. Tune in and reach out to Kevin if something resonates!
Dr. Lily Le, a registered psychologist and Director of Clinical Innovation at the mental health tech company, DiveThru, discusses how to take the next step when you need help with a mental illness or are looking to improve your mental health. We also get advice on what to do when it's difficult to see a therapist due to affordability or long wait times and the importance of having a support system in place. This is episode two of our three-part series, You're Not Alone: Navigating Life with Mental Illness. This is for Mental Illness Awareness Week 2023 (October 1 - 7) and it explores mental illness, the barriers that can block your journey to good mental health, and how stigmas, diagnoses, and disclosure are represented on film and TV. TRANSCRIPT Contact us: BraaainsPodcast.com Follow: @BraaainsPodcast Music: @_Deppisch_ Design: Perpetualnotion.ca Mixing/ Mastering: Tony Bao Support this show: Patreon.com/BraaainsPodcast GUEST BIO Dr. Lily Le is a Registered Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. Dr. Le has over a decade of experience in mental health and has worked in university, private practice, and public healthcare settings. She is dedicated to de-stigmatizing mental health, making care more accessible, and leveraging innovation and technology to enhance clinical processes and outcomes. Dr. Le is the Director of Clinical Innovation at DiveThru, a mental health tech company on a mission to ensure no one struggles alone. In her role, Dr. Le oversees the clinical side of the company, employing research and clinical expertise to develop, evaluate, and refine clinical products and processes. In her spare time, Dr. Le can be found binging the latest hit show, picking up a new activity (currently, it's rowing!), and exploring local events with her family and friends.
Dr. Drew Contreras is the Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Integration at the American Physical Therapy Association. And while that title may not give you the clearest idea about his job description, he can share a lot of pearls of wisdom as to where our profession has been and where it is going. Oh, and he used to be the White House physical therapist during the Obama Administration. There's a video somewhere about that...
With so many clinical innovations abound, it's easy to get excited about groundbreaking drugs, consumer technologies and even possible cures for rare diseases. However, the industry must recognize its own limitations in order to make these advancements accessible and equitable. At the end of August, hundreds of healthcare leaders gathered at Advisory Board's Clinical Innovation Summit in Minneapolis to learn about the implications of the transformation of patient care across the industry. The Radio Advisory team orchestrated a live podcast recording with thought leaders across the industry to talk about embedding equity in innovation. In this special live episode of Radio Advisory, host Rachel (Rae) Woods invites Maia Laing, SVP of Health Equity for UnitedHealth Group, and Michael Mejia, Advisory Board's director of life sciences research, to discuss how leaders can think about deploying, designing, and financing clinical innovations in an equitable way. Throughout the conversation, they discuss how payers and providers – not just life sciences – can rethink their practices to ensure advancements in innovation are shared equitably. Links: Dive into topics like AI and weight management drugs at Advisory Board's Virtual Clinical Innovation Summit, coming up on October 4-5. Learn more and register. 7 trends shaping life sciences strategies in 2023 Health Equity landing page Learn more about Advisory Board Summits Need a quick answer to a healthcare question? Ask Advisory! Whether it's about where the market is headed, or how to navigate our website our team of experts are just a call or email away. Visit ask.advisory.com or email ask@advisory.com to learn more. Advisory Board is a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group. All Advisory Board research, expert perspectives, and recommendations remain independent.
Launching October 3rd, Braaains's three-part mini-series, You're Not Alone: Navigating Life with Mental Illness, explores mental illness, the barriers that can block your journey to good mental health, and how stigmas, diagnoses, and disclosure are represented on film and television. It's out October 3 - 5 for Mental Illness Awareness Week 2023. See more here: https://braaainspodcast.com/miaw2023 Episode One: How Stigma Hurts Everyone RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Interviewee: Amie Archibald-Varley, Nurse, Health Equity Specialist, and co-host of the Gritty Nurse Podcast Amie Archibald-Varley, Nurse, Health Equity Specialist, and co-host of the Gritty Nurse Podcast joins us to talk about stigma, where it comes from, and how it leads to discrimination. This episode will inform you on how to prevent and address stigmas as well as be a good ally. Episode Two: The Journey to Diagnosis RELEASE DATE: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Interviewee: Dr. Lily Le, Registered Psychologist & Director of Clinical Innovation at DiveThru Dr. Lily Le, a registered psychologist and Director of Clinical Innovation at the mental health tech company, DiveThru, discusses how to take the next step when you need help with a mental illness or are looking to improve your mental health. We also get advice on what to do when it's difficult to see a therapist due to affordability or long wait times and the importance of having a support system in place. Episode Three: When and How to Disclose RELEASE DATE: Thursday, October 5, 2023 Interviewee: Stephanie Fornasier, psychologist and host of Psychocinematic Steph is a psychologist and host of the Psychocinematic podcast who currently working in Disability Inclusion in schools in Naarm (Melbourne) and has her own mental illness lived experience. Steph joins us to discuss how you approach disclosure, concerns around discrimination about disclosure and how to address it, and why some people incorporate their mental illness or disability into their identity after disclosure.
In this episode, Ellie Schwab and Pam Divack discuss all things clinical trial innovation, real-world evidence, and the future of tech and healthcare, with Craig Lipset. Craig Lipset is a recognized leader at the forefront of innovation in clinical research and medicine development. He is an advisor to technology and biopharmaceutical companies, leading universities, and the venture community, bringing vision and driving action at the intersection of research, digital solutions, and patient engagement. Mr Lipset was the Head of Clinical Innovation and Venture Partner at Pfizer, on the founding Operations Committee for TransCelerate Biopharma, and on the founding management teams for two successful startup ventures (Perceptive Informatics and Adnexus Therapeutics). During that time, Mr Lipset designed and launched multiple industry firsts — from the first fully remote/virtual clinical trial for a new medicine to the first returning of results and data to research participants. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, the MedStar Health Research Institute, and the People-Centered Research Foundation (the central office for PCORnet), as well as on the Editorial Board for Therapeutic Innovation & Regulatory Science. The Healthcare Community at Kellogg is always looking to collaborate with industry leaders. To learn more about Healthscape or the Kellogg Healthcare Club, please contact Pam Divack.
While the health care industry can be challenging, with complex regulations and long-established bureaucracies, an innovative company called Redesign Health is working to transform it from within. Redesign Health is one of a number of organizations that received fresh funding last fall to boost health care startups from CVS Health Ventures, a unit of CVS Health which focuses on data-driven medicine and digital health investments. And in just the last five years, Redesign's New York-based team of about 300 has helped launch more than 50 tech-enabled health care businesses – providing not only talent and capital, but the scaffolding and support to launch them.Neil Patel, head of New Ventures at Redesign Health, explains how they've already improved patient care and touched the lives of more than 10 million people across health verticals that include treating cancer, tele-audiology, senior care, COVID-19 testing, metabolic health, as well as mental health. As he notes, “There's no shortage of problems to solve in health care, the question is the when and the how, as opposed to if you should do it.” Patel is joined by Andrea Messina, executive director and partner at CVS Health Ventures, who characterizes the investment in Redesign Health as an indirect opportunity to sustain and build new companies. "They take a lot of the most, as we see it, difficult elements of starting a new company out of the equation for prospective founders," Messina says.Learn more CVS Health Ventures Redesign Health
Exciting news! We are introducing a new podcast project to you all. In this episode you'll hear all about the podcast we've been working on with the Agency for Clinical Innovation and NSW Health called 'Making Visible: Preventing and Responding to Violence, Abuse and Neglect'. We hope you enjoy it. p.s. Don't forget to check out the latest episode of our sister podcast Social Work Discoveries! p.s.s. We'd love for you to join the conversation on this, so make sure you reach out to us on the socials (see links below), or otherwise on email at socialworkstoriespodcast@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you! p.s.s.s. Follow our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/SocialWorkStoriesPodcast Credits: Hosts - Lis Murphy and Dr. Mim Fox Producers - Justin Stech and Dr. Ben Joseph Social Media Coordinator - Maddison Stratten Music - 'Mama' by Ben Grace (copyright 2018). Find on Spotify, or at www.bengracemusic.com Social Work Stories©️ (Copyright 30 May, 2023) Contact us online at www.socialworkstories.com, follow our facebook page and LinkedIn, or use the handle @SOWKStoriesPod on twitter or instagram.
About Kevin Larsen:Dr. Kevin Larsen is the Senior Vice President, of Clinical Innovation of Translation at Optum. Kevin's role is to provide clinical leadership and a clinical voice to Optum Center for Advanced Clinical Solutions. He leads the clinical team in building and deploying provider enablement technologies, including clinical decision support integrated through electronic health records. Previously he was at OptumLabs where he supported the design and implementation of innovative research, analytics, and evidence-based translation programs in diverse areas across our portfolio and was a primary clinical lead in support of the Optum Enterprise strategy.Kevin is an internist and medical informaticist who started his career at Hennepin County Medical Center In Minneapolis where he had a variety of executive and clinical leadership roles. He has worked in academic, hospital, and government settings, focusing on innovation through data and analytics, research, policy, and developing/implementing innovative programs at scale.He joined Optum from the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), where most recently he has been Senior Health IT Advisor at the office of the Chief TechnologyOfficer. Kevin led the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) strategic planning and transformation team. In that role, he convened stakeholders across CMS and its partners to develop strategies and execute enterprise program improvements. He consulted on health IT policy, standards, and project execution for numerous Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) models, such as Million Hearts, Oncology Bundle, State Innovation Models, and Accountable Health Communities. He started his Washington D.C. career at the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) as the Medical Director of Meaningful Use where he led ONCs work on quality policy, measurement, and improvement, including clinical decision support and social determinants of health.Earlier, Kevin was CMIO and Associate Medical Director of Hennepin Health System. He was an associate professor of medicine at the University of Minnesota where his research included healthcare financing for people living in poverty, computer systems Things You'll Learn:If patients have enough support, they will care for their health. Chronic disease patients should be able to manage their conditions throughout their lives. Technology can help minimize some clinical processes. Clinical Decision Support is a process that helps doctors make the best decisions after being well-informed. What many existing solutions lack are the means to scale. Healthcare should start reversing the inward-thinking mindset. Communities often have solutions on the ground that healthcare companies are trying to create. Many organizations are now asking their employees and their patients about social determinants of health. Resources:Connect with and follow Kevin on LinkedIn.Follow Optum on LinkedIn.Discover the Optum Website.Email Kevin directly at Kevin.Larsen@optum.com
Russell Horton, DO, Medical Director of Clinical Innovation at Banner Innovation Group, Banner Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, the significance of being able to effectively leverage data, where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future, and more.]Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Russell Horton, DO, Medical Director of Clinical Innovation at Banner Innovation Group, Banner Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, the significance of being able to effectively leverage data, where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future, and more.]Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
On this episode, sponsored by Elevate Oral Care, Matt explores recently published research comparing the effectiveness of SDF (silver diamine fluoride) to sealants as a preventive for occlusal caries with Ryan R. Ruff, PhD, MPH, and Jeremy H. Keeper, DDS, PhD. You may be surprised by the results. Matt discusses study design and outcomes with Dr. Ruff, a principal investigator of the CariedAway school-based research network, followed by a discussion of the clinical applications of these findings and other non-invasive caries prevention and treatment strategies with Dr. Keeper, Director of Clinical Innovation at CareQuest Innovation Partners. Links: www.elevateoralcare.com Full Study: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2801193 NYU Article: https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2023/february/school-dental-program-prevents-80-percent-of-cavities.html
Craig Lipset, Co-Chair of the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA) and former Head of Clinical Innovation at Pfizer (2010-2019), has been at the forefront of innovation in clinical trials and medicine development. For over 20 years Lipset has been leading the transformation of clinical trials, pioneering new approaches to bring research closer to patients and accelerate new cures with leading-edge technology. Lipset currently serves as Co-Chair of the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA), a new non-profit collaboration he launched in 2020. DTRA is the world's leading initiative to ease the burden of research participation, advancing the adoption of new technologies and approaches to enable patients to engage in research in more flexible and accessible ways. DTRA members include a remarkable group with membership spanning FDA, Pfizer, United HealthCare, CVS, Amazon, IQVIA, StandUp2Cancer and beyond. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen
Hosts Alan Sardana & Dr. Joshua Liu speak with Dr. Damon Broyles, Vice President of Clinical Innovation at Mercy Technology Services, about "Why Digital/Innovation leaders must reduce burdens on healthcare staff, Incubating healthtech startups to align with community needs, and Serendipitous collisions in healthcare innovation ecosystems." Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/
Every day it seems like there is a new challenge in the health care industry that requires immediate attention, making agenda and goal setting for the new year an even more difficult task. To help you decipher the signal from the noise host Rachel (Rae) Woods hands the microphone over to Advisory Board experts who will share the big questions on their radar in 2023 and the hypotheses that they plan to test. Topics include: (1:43) Shaping the new era of value-based care (5:50) Addressing the behavioral health crisis (8:54) Balancing care innovation and accessibility (13:38) Investing in the technology-enabled workforce (16:48) Competing on women's health (20:04) Forecasting the impact of industry diversification Links: The state of health care heading into 2023 Health care in 2022: An industry under pressure Ep. 124: The decisions shaping the future of health care PS: This is the final episode of 2022. A BIG thank you to all our guests who came on Radio Advisory this year to share their knowledge and insights and to the team behind the scenes who make this all happen. We made this special video to show our appreciation. New episodes will drop on January 10th, until then, have a happy and healthy new year. As we emerge from the global pandemic, health care is restructuring. What decisions should you be making, and what do you need to know to make them? Explore the state of the health care industry and its outlook for next year by visiting advisory.com/HealthCare2023.
Our guest for this episode is Dr. Carlene MacMillan, an expert in mental health and VP of Clinical Innovation at Osmind. Carlene's area of focus is exploring innovative mental health treatments for anxiety and depression, among other conditions. She talks with James about some of these treatments such as psychedelic assisted therapy and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy. Over the course of the conversation, Carlene helps us to define some of these newer therapies and addresses some of the misconceptions around them.
This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox and Cozy Earth.Over 300 million people around the world experience depression. For the last half-century, the dominant explanation for depression has centered on serotonin. The basic idea is that low levels of brain serotonin or serotonin activity lead to symptoms of depression. But in the last several decades, a number of researchers have challenged the idea that serotonin plays a principal role, or even a major role, in depression. So, if it's not a serotonin issue, what is it?Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru and Dr. Austin Perlmutter talk about why serotonin may not explain depression, but research on other brain pathways may provide answers such as neuroplasticity, our hormones, metabolic health, gut health, and the immune connection to the brain. They also discuss how there is a lot we can do through our lifestyle choices to help prevent and even manage depression.Dr. Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician and expert on how environmental influences affect our mental and brain health. He is a coauthor of the New York Times and international bestseller Brain Wash, which he wrote with his father Dr. David Perlmutter, and he hosts the Get The STUCK Out podcast. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Science and Clinical Innovation at Big Bold Health, where he is running an IRB-approved pilot trial exploring the effects of polyphenols on epigenetic expression. In this episode, we dive into: -The top drivers of depression (1:42)-The connection between neuroinflammation and depression (9:30)-How our immune system influences our brain function (11:49)-What governs our brain state and how we make decisions (16:04)-The top causes of inflammation (17:31)-How exposure to particulate matter impacts our brain function (36:21)-The top foods for brain health (44:15) -Why depression is not a serotonin issue (50:37)-Myths about serotonin (56:47) -What you can do to improve your brain health (1:16:22)Also mentioned in this episode: -Dr. Mark Hyman's Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat Pancake RecipeFor more on Dr. Perlmutter, follow him on Instagram @draustinperlmutter, Facebook @draustinnperlmutter, and through his website austinperlmutter.com. This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox and Cozy Earth.ButcherBox has a variety of different boxes, and you can choose your box and frequency. For a limited time, you can sign up today and get 2lbs of ground beef free for a whole year by going to butcherbox.com/dhru.Cozy Earth are the most comfortable, temperature regulating, and nontoxic sheets on the market. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.