Health:Further
Every week, healthcare VCs and Jumpstart Health Investors co-founders Vic Gatto and Marcus Whitney review and unpack the happenings in US Healthcare, finance, technology and policy. With a firm belief that our healthcare system is doomed without entrepreneurship, they work through the mud to find the jewels, highlight headwinds and tailwinds, and bring on the smartest guests to fill in the gaps.
Episodes
May 8, 2024 • 41 mins
Vic interviews guest expert Lauren Driscoll, CEO of NourishedRx, To learn about the importance of personalized nutrition in achieving health equity. NourishRx provides nutrition and food access to vulnerable populations, integrating with various partners to deliver tailored programs. By addressing food insecurity, NourishRx aims to improve health outcomes, drive down medical costs, and enhance patient engagement with health plans a...
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In this episode, Vic and Marcus dive deep into the intersection of tech, healthcare, and AI advancements, shedding light on how these developments are reshaping the way we approach health, coding, and our daily lives. From exploring the latest in AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot Workspace to discussing the ethical and practical implications of AI in medicine, this episode offers a comprehensive overview of the cutting-edge techn...
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May 2, 2024 • 45 mins
In this insightful episode, join us as we delve into the complexities of heart disease with Dr. Reddy, a cardiac surgeon with over two decades of experience. From understanding the early onset of heart disease to discussing its treatment options, including the revolutionary TAVR procedure and the promising future of cardiac care, this episode is packed with invaluable knowledge. Whether you're curious about how heart disease affect...
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April 27, 2024 • 37 mins
In this solo episode, we dive into the latest economic indicators revealing disappointing U.S. GDP growth and what it means for the Fed, the Biden administration, and the healthcare industry amidst an election year. We explore significant healthcare deals, including telehealth advancements and AI contributions to medical billing, alongside payer news highlighting earnings and Medicaid updates. The episode also touches on regulatory...
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April 20, 2024 • 65 mins
In this episode, Marcus and Vic dive into the heart of healthcare innovation, economic dynamics, and the growing intersection of artificial intelligence in medicine. The conversation spans the gamut from heart care advancements that personalize and improve patient outcomes to the broader implications of economic policies on healthcare accessibility and affordability. Our exploration doesn't stop there; we also uncover the challenge...
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April 19, 2024 • 49 mins
In this episode, Vic, Marcus, and Emily Evans (Managing Director at Hedgeye Risk Management, LLC) dive deep into healthcare policy, focusing on the seismic shifts within the Medicare Advantage landscape. They unravel the complexities surrounding UnitedHealth Group’s latest financials, dissecting the impacts of demographic shifts, policy changes, and earnings reports on the Medicare Advantage program. The trio also scrutinizes the e...
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April 14, 2024 • 55 mins
In this episode, Vic and Marcus explore key trends in business, healthcare, cryptocurrency, and AI. They start by analyzing economic indicators, new Alzheimer's treatment, the impact of AI on healthcare and finance, and the significant impact of an aging population as baby boomers reach retirement age on healthcare, social security, and the workforce. We also examine challenges in healthcare administration and reflect on the import...
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April 11, 2024 • 46 mins
This eye-opening episode of Health Further dives deep with Noah Lang, Stride Health's CEO, as he sheds light on revolutionizing health benefits for the gig economy. Noah discusses Stride Health's origins, challenges within the healthcare industry, and the groundbreaking strides towards portable benefits. With stats showcasing the growing independent workforce and changing employer landscapes, Noah articulates the urgent need for po...
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Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the complexities of the healthcare system and the stock market's vagaries. It doesn't stop there; the conversation extends into the terrain of cybersecurity in healthcare, the role of private equity in healthcare provision, and the intriguing potential of dietary approaches to mental health treatment. With a blend of engaging discussions on current trends, policies, and scientific discoveries.
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Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the treasury and the deficit, new VC deals, M&A and IPO Markets, Steward Health's provider group potentially being purchased by Optum, Amazon's investment in Anthropic, Stability AI's founder departure, and the White House AI Roadmap
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The $27 Trillion Treasury Market Is Only Getting Bigger (WSJ)
US life expectancy rises after 2-ye...
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The $27 Trillion Treasury Market Is Only Getting Bigger (WSJ)
US life expectancy rises after 2-ye...
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March 25, 2024 • 70 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the FOMC meeting, the Reddit IPO, Elevance acquiring from Kroger, more GLP-1 moves, and a big AI rundown including NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Google and Ray Kurzweil.
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Fed Officials Still See Three Interest-Rate Cuts This Year, Buoying Stocks (WSJ)
Reddit stock soars in highly anticipated market debut (Yahoo)
Wonder, Marc Lore’s Food-De...
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Fed Officials Still See Three Interest-Rate Cuts This Year, Buoying Stocks (WSJ)
Reddit stock soars in highly anticipated market debut (Yahoo)
Wonder, Marc Lore’s Food-De...
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March 15, 2024 • 73 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss President Biden's State of the Union Address, the latest on the ChangeHealthcare situation, a rundown of GLP-1 updates, the waning influence of HIMSS and updates on the AI front, including a new AI software engineer called Devin.
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Inflation Picks Up to 3.2%, Slightly Hotter Than Expected (WSJ)
White House presses UnitedHealth on Chan...
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Inflation Picks Up to 3.2%, Slightly Hotter Than Expected (WSJ)
White House presses UnitedHealth on Chan...
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March 10, 2024 • 63 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the weird way in which the economy is performing, fueled by debt, more on the ChangeHealthcare situation, health system performance, Mark Cuban, a new approach to longevity, GLP-1 update and an AI rundown.
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Stocks Rise After Fed’s Powell Lifts Rate-Cut Hopes (WSJ)
China's exports top forecasts as global demand returns (Reuters)
OECD Go...
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Stocks Rise After Fed’s Powell Lifts Rate-Cut Hopes (WSJ)
China's exports top forecasts as global demand returns (Reuters)
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March 10, 2024 • 60 mins
Dr. Medell Briggs-Malonson, MD, MPH, MSHS is the Chief of Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for the UCLA Health System. She is also an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. In her current role, she is responsible for the implementation and oversight of organizational structures and initiatives that promote inclusivity and equity among UCLA Health staff, patients, and commun...
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March 7, 2024 • 46 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they speak with Dr. Jay Bhatt, Managing Director at Deloitte.
Jay Bhatt, D.O., MPH, MPA, is a physician executive, internist, and public health innovator. As Managing Director of the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) and the Deloitte Health Equity Institute (DHEI), Dr. Bhatt directs the research agenda across the life sciences and health care industry leading to actionable insights for executives a...
Jay Bhatt, D.O., MPH, MPA, is a physician executive, internist, and public health innovator. As Managing Director of the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) and the Deloitte Health Equity Institute (DHEI), Dr. Bhatt directs the research agenda across the life sciences and health care industry leading to actionable insights for executives a...
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March 3, 2024 • 74 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the the PCE number, NASDAQ all time highs, the Bitcoin Bull RUn, the continued impacts of ChangeHealthcare's cyber attack, FTC movements, Vic's download from ViVE 2024, a huge round for AI company Abridge and AI finding a new Prostate Cancer.
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Key Fed inflation measure rose 0.4% in January as expected, up 2.8% from a year ago (CNBC)
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Key Fed inflation measure rose 0.4% in January as expected, up 2.8% from a year ago (CNBC)
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Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the the CPI print, the huge rebound in health systems performance, the impacts of ChangeHealthcare's cyber attack, updates from YC and Techstars, the latest news on AI chips and why primary care needs a full reboot. Also... IVF in Alabama.
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January Inflation Report Prices Cool Less Than Expected (NYT)
In a 'spectacular collapse,' Can...
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January Inflation Report Prices Cool Less Than Expected (NYT)
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Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the latest surprising jobs report, shedding light on its implications for the economy and labor market. They also analyze the potential inclusion of Lilly in The Magnificent 7, Tenet's strong results and the ongoing issue of cyber threats, and the latest developments in healthcare AI.
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U.S. Economy added 353,000 jobs in January, much...
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U.S. Economy added 353,000 jobs in January, much...
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Join Marcus & Vic as they discuss the following topics:
Fed Holds Rates While Job Market Slows
Innovation Outlook
Biden Strives for More Healthca...
Fed Holds Rates While Job Market Slows
- The Federal Reserve decides to maintain interest rates amid a slowing job market
- Implications for the economy and investment decisions
- Potential reasons behind the decision and its impact on various sectors
Innovation Outlook
- Current trends and future prospects in technological innovation
Biden Strives for More Healthca...
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January 30, 2024 • 39 mins
Join Marcus & Vic as they learn from Nzinga Harrison, MD, how we need to change to address addiction in our healthcare system and society effectively. This is an informative and direct conversation with the leading expert in the field.
Nzinga explains how to:
Nzinga explains how to:
- Un-Learn what we think we know about addiction,
- Un-Do the stigma that is killing people, and
- Un-Cover the conversations that we need to have to improve treatment for subst...
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