The Patients Speak

Elevating Mental Health Practices

Welcome back to "The Patients Speak," where we bridge healthcare innovation with the patient voice. In this episode, our diverse panel dives deep into the complexities of mental health. Mark introduces Maggie Hallett, Senior Director at Mental Health America of Ohio; Jess Maitri, of YoThera Method in Boise; and Wayne Brown, a licensed clinical social worker in Buffalo.

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Mental Health in the...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "The Patients Speak." I'm your host, Mark Stinson, and today we're diving deep into the intricacies of healthcare processes, focusing on patient empowerment and improved experiences. Our special guest is Dr. Doug Slakey, a renowned transplant surgeon, educator, healthcare professional, and administrator. He's also the author of the thought-provoking book, "The Process Manifesto."

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Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "The Patients Speak" with Mark Stinson, where we fuse the realms of healthcare business and scientific innovation with the patient's voice to expedite their journey from diagnosis to wellness. Today, we're thrilled to have Chuck Rinker, a colon cancer survivor and the CEO of Prsonas, a company that pioneers a unique blend of human and AI technologies to enhance patient engagement and ...

In this podcast interview on "THE PATIENTS SPEAK" with Mark Stinson, Ken Dychtwald, author, thinker, and philosopher, discusses his latest book, "Radical Curiosity," and his lifelong exploration of aging and purposeful living. Here's a summary of the key points covered:

- Ken Dychtwald is a renowned thinker and author with a deep interest in aging and the quest for a purposeful life.

- "Radical Curiosity," his latest book, delves int...

In this podcast interview with Dr. Fred Grossman, President and Chief Medical Officer of Coya, the following key points were discussed:

- The podcast, "The Patients Speak," aims to bridge the gap between healthcare science and the patient perspective.

- Dr. Grossman highlighted the significant unmet needs in conditions like ALS and Alzheimer's disease, emphasizing the personal impact on patients and their families.

- ALS (Lou Gehrig's...

In this podcast interview with Dr. Jay Shah, Mark highlights these key points:

- The shift from a healthcare-centric system to a patient-driven system over the last few decades.

- The evolution of healthcare from a physician-centric model to patient-centered care, and finally, to a patient-driven approach.

- The role of technology in empowering patients with control over their healthcare data and decisions.

- The importance of transpar...

Innovating Patient Care: A Conversation with Brittany Blair, Head of Patient Strategy and Solutions at UCB

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Welcome back to "The Patients Speak," where we blend the realms of healthcare innovation, science, and the invaluable patient perspective. In this episode, we're joined by Brittany Blair, Head of Patient Strategy and Solutions at UCB, a pharmaceutical company committed to understanding and serving patients better. ...

In this episode of "The Patients Speak" podcast, host Mark Stinson interviews Rob Oliver, a speaker, podcaster, and patient advocate. Rob recently set a Guinness World Record for conducting a marathon interviewing session of 137 interviews in the field of healthcare. Rob's work focuses on capturing patient perspectives and insights to improve healthcare experiences. Here are key highlights from Rob's work:

1. **Listening to Patients...

In this episode of "The Patients Speak" podcast, Mark Stinson engages in a conversation with Ben Stephen, the founder and CEO of Corventive, a company focused on addressing heart disease through innovative health technologies. Here are the key highlights of Ben's work discussed in the podcast:

1. Personal Experience and Mission: Ben Stephen shares his personal experience with heart disease, which led him to develop Corventive. He e...

Welcome back, friends and colleagues, to the latest season and newest series of interviews on our podcast, "The Patients Speak." Today, I'm excited to have a conversation with RJ Kedziora, who is deeply involved in the digital health sector, specializing in data analytics and software development that impact the patient's journey.

RJ's company, Estenda Solutions, has a focus on patient-centered innovation in the digital health spac...

Welcome back to a new season of "The Patients Speak," where we're committed to listening to patients' stories and journeys, beyond just the medical aspect.

In this episode, we're joined by Jeanne-Mari Retief, CEO of Figgi Beauty and Healthcare, to discuss her experiences with panic disorders and anxiety, and how these challenges have intersected with her business journey.

When Jeanne turned 35, she experienced great change, contemp...

Welcome back to "The Patients Speak" podcast, where we blend the science and business of healthcare with the patient voice to accelerate the journey from diagnosis to wellness.

In Episode 38, we kick off a new season by reviewing the book "Patient Activation: The Four Steps to Going from Awareness to Activation," co-authored by me and Bob Baurys. This resource aims to empower both healthcare professionals and patients, offering act...

Songs in Pharma Commercials with Guest: Patrick Smith, Creative Director (Connect with Patrick on Instagram @smithdidit)

In this podcast episode of "The Patient Speak," host Mark Stinson interviews Patrick Smith, a creative director, about the intersection of healthcare marketing and pop culture. The podcast explores how healthcare innovations are accelerating the patient journey and features discussions with healthcare leaders, pat...

Dr. James Doty is founder of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University, and author of the New York Times bestseller, "Into the Magic Shop."

He discussed:

- The importance of compassion and altruism, not just for patients' well-being, but also for healthcare providers' positive physiological effects.

- The challenge of teaching compassion in medical schools and the positive impact of compassio...

Episode 35 of The Patients Speak Podcast: Highlights from Interviews with Healthcare Authors

Guest 1 -- Surbhi Sarna, who began as an engineer but ultimately founded a company as its CEO, later becoming a partner at Y Combinator to mentor startups in the healthcare domain.

*Prioritizing Patients in Innovation: Surbhi emphasizes the importance of putting patients at the forefront, an approach ingrained in her journey, where patients w...

In this episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Lee Tomlinson, author of the book "Compassion Heals: From Self-Care to Healthcare." Lee shares his personal journey as a patient and the importance of compassion in healthcare. His story sheds light on the need for human connection and empathy between physicians and patients.

Lee starts by expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to share his experiences and insights with th...

Episode 33 -- Patient Perspectives: Smell & Taste, Genetic Diseases, Cancer, and Multiple Myeloma

In this episode of "The Patients Speak" podcast, host Mark Stinson engages in insightful interviews with four inspiring individuals who share their experiences as patients and advocates in different health conditions.

·     Katie Boateng, head of the Smell and Taste Association of North America, discussing th...

In this episode, host Mark Stinson interviews 4 digital health innovators who are making significant advancements in healthcare.

• Cassandra Hui from HealMary
• Matt Schwartz from Virgo
• Olga Sasonova from Nutrisense
• Navid Alipour from AI Med Global

Each guest shares their unique insights and experiences in using technology to improve patient outcomes and transform the healthcare industry. Here's a summary of the key points di...

Episode: Physicians' Views on Overcoming Obstacles to Patient Communications

Summary:

In this episode of Patient Speak Healthcare Innovations, host Mark Stinson interviews healthcare leaders and advocates on overcoming obstacles to patient communications -- and improving patient care.

Host:

Mark Stinson - Bestselling author

Guests:

Dr. Alen Voskanian - Physician and Medical Executive, Author of "Reclaiming the Joy of Medicine"

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