E84 Redefining Cardiovascular Care: Ian Koons on Innovation and the Journey of Karoo Health

Join us as Ian Koons, Co-Founder and CEO of Karoo Health, shares his journey from sports professional to healthcare entrepreneur. Motivated by personal experiences with cardiovascular disease, Ian co-founded Karoo Health to revolutionize cardiac care through value-based models and innovative technology.

In this episode, Ian discusses scaling a mission-driven business, leading with innovation, and transforming the cardiovascular care landscape. Whether you're a healthcare professional or an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration.

🔑 KEY HIGHLIGHTS

•⁠ ⁠TRANSITION TO HEALTHCARE ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Ian's shift from sports to healthcare was influenced by personal connections to cardiovascular disease, including the loss of his best friend to a heart attack at 29.

•⁠ ⁠SCALING A MISSION-DRIVEN BUSINESS

Karoo Health has partnered with up to 100 cardiology providers across the Southwest United States, aiming to improve patient health and lower overall care costs in cardiology.

•⁠ ⁠INNOVATIVE CARDIAC CARE SOLUTIONS

Karoo combines dedicated on-site and virtual care teams with value-based technology to help cardiology networks, health plans, and health systems transition to and succeed in outcomes-driven initiatives and contracts.

•⁠ ⁠LEADERSHIP AND AUTOMATION

Emphasizing lean operations and a mission-driven team, Ian leads Karoo Health to compete effectively in the healthcare sector.

•⁠ ⁠LESSONS FOR ENTREPRENEURS

Ian advises aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue ventures they are passionate about or have expertise in, as they will be dedicating significant time and effort to solving related issues.

🌟 RESOURCES & LINKS

•⁠ ⁠Learn More About Karoo Health: https://www.karoohealth.com/

•⁠ ⁠Connect with Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iankoons/

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https://foundersecretspod.com/

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🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST

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