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A recap of 2025 in healthcare reveals trends of concentrated capital, regulatory challenges, and accelerated AI adoption, shaping the future landscape for startups and investors.
The article discusses the impact of technology enablement in healthcare services, particularly focusing on tech-enabled healthcare services (TEHS) companies. It emphasizes how these companies leverage technology to enhance human c...
In this episode, guest host Lucia Savage discusses the differing standards applied to digital health tools compared to traditional medical care with Dr. Vindell Washington and Dr. Aaron Carroll. They explore the definition of evid...
Annie Lamont explores the impact of generalist versus specialist VCs in healthcare investing, highlighting the advantages of specialization for achieving successful exits.
The author discusses the evolving role of AI in healthcare, particularly in prescription treatment. They propose a potential 'Rx-to-AI' category for conditions that can be objectively diagnosed and treated with safe medications, s...
The author reflects on their experience with stock options, highlighting the common misunderstandings employees have about them. They explain how stock options work, the significance of the 90-day post-termination exercise period,...
In this podcast, Omada Health CEO Sean Duffy discusses the company's evolution from a startup to a publicly traded entity, emphasizing the shift away from the traditional PMPM model to a focus on clinical outcomes. He shares insig...
In this episode, Halle interviews TJ Parker, a pharmacist and entrepreneur who co-founded PillPack and sold it to Amazon for $1 billion. He discusses his experiences building PillPack, the challenges of healthcare pricing, and his...
In this episode, Othman Laraki, CEO of Color Health, discusses the limitations of pursuing 'healthcare superintelligence' and emphasizes the need for improved healthcare systems. He explains Color's evolution from a consumer genet...
The post outlines the evolving role of Chief Medical Officers in digital health, offering guidance on hiring and structuring this critical position for health tech companies.
Sami Inkinen's journey from prediabetes to founding Virta Health illustrates the critical role of evidence in healthcare innovation and patient outcomes.
The article discusses the rise of GLP-1 medications, initially developed for diabetes but now widely used for obesity treatment and other conditions. It highlights the rapid adoption of virtual care platforms for prescribing these...
The blog post discusses the compensation trends for digital health CEOs in 2025, highlighting the differences in salaries based on the amount of capital raised. It reveals that mid-stage CEOs earn significantly more than early-sta...
Dr. Jaewon Ryu, CEO of Risant Health, discusses the shift from episodic to integrated healthcare systems in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of value-based care. He explains how integrated delivery systems can improve patient ...
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The author announces the availability of their book for pre-order, which focuses on the emotional phases of working in healthcare innovation. They introduce the concept of 'enlightened determination,' a mindset that helps individu...
The author, a graduate of both Harvard Business School (MBA) and Johns Hopkins (MPH), discusses the value of each degree for a career in digital health. The MBA focuses on business management and strategy, while the MPH emphasizes...
The text provides a comprehensive glossary of terms related to digital health and healthcare reform, including definitions of key concepts such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Accountable Care Organizations (ACO), and various he...
In this episode, Andrew Lacy, founder and CEO of Prenuvo, discusses the journey of building trust in unconventional healthcare ideas, particularly in proactive whole-body MRI screening. He shares insights on how personal experienc...
The Digital Health Download discusses the resurgence of digital health, highlighting recent IPOs and significant funding rounds for AI startups. Key topics include the implications of Novo Nordisk's breakup with Hims, Oregon's new...
The article critiques the notion of an 'AI tax' in healthcare, arguing that there is no empirical evidence supporting the claim that AI-informed patients prolong doctor visits. It suggests that the real issue lies in systemic inef...
Digital health startups often land pilots with health systems and organizations, but these pilots often lead nowhere, resulting in 'death by pilot.' Startups can avoid this by understanding why it happens and how to avoid it. They...
The author criticizes a GLP-1 startup for their irresponsible marketing content, which promotes rapid weight loss and perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards. The author points out the risks and ethical issues with the company's ...
The author reflects on the changes in startup investing after 15 years and 53 angel investments, highlighting the challenges faced by early angel investors and employees. The landscape has changed in the last five years, with star...