Outcomes Rocket

Incorporating lived recovery experiences improves Wayspring's programs for Medicaid recipients with substance use disorders.In this episode from the Behavioral Health Tech Conference in Arizona, Ashley Potts, VP of Operations at Wayspring, with 18 years of recovery from substance use, shares how her lived experience informs Wayspring's programs for Medicaid recipients with substance use disorders. She emphasizes the value of incorporating perspectives from individuals with similar experiences to enhance recovery programs. Ashley also discusses engagement strategies that focus on meeting individuals emotionally where they are, advocating for a recovery-friendly workplace, and including those impacted by the criminal justice system in educational forums. Tune in for this inspiring conversation on enhancing recovery program effectiveness and making a difference in behavioral health!Resources: Connect with and follow Ashley Potts on LinkedIn. Follow Wayspring on LinkedIn and explore their website. Visit the Behavioral Health Tech website. 

Struggles with obesity can be transformed with a precision medicine approach.In this episode, Mark Bagnall, CEO of Phenomix Sciences, shares his expertise in using precision medicine to tackle obesity. He highlights the limitations of viewing obesity as a uniform disease and the importance of understanding individual biomarkers for personalized treatments. Mark introduces "my Phenome," a saliva-based test that identifies obesity phenotypes and best treatment options, saving costs and avoiding side effects of GLP-1 drugs. He also stresses the responsible use of GLP-1 drugs and highlights alternatives like Qsymia. The company's precision approach, enabled by advanced AI technology, has garnered significant interest, signaling a transformative shift in obesity treatment.Tune in and learn how precision medicine is paving the way for more personalized and effective obesity treatments!Resources: Connect with and follow Mark Bagnall on LinkedIn. Follow Phenomix Sciences on LinkedIn and explore their website.

StartUp Health fosters a global community of mission-driven founders tackling major healthcare challenges through collaboration and access to resources.In this episode, Steven Krein, co-founder and CEO of StartUp Health, discusses the company's genesis and unique approach to fostering health innovation. He explains the organization's focus on curating a community of funded, like-minded founders working within specific Health Moonshot communities centered around critical health issues like Alzheimer's and diabetes. Steve highlights the organization's role in connecting founders with aligned funders, partners, and customers, and the resources provided, such as coaching, networking events, and marketing support. He also emphasizes the importance of mindset, funding for 12-18 months, a collaborative spirit, and effective communication as selection criteria for potential members joining the StartUp Health community.Tune in and learn how StartUp Health is revolutionizing healthcare innovation through the power of community and long-term, mission-driven entrepreneurship!Resources: Connect with and follow Steven Krein on LinkedIn. Learn more about StartUp Health on their LinkedIn and explore their website.

What if the key to transforming healthcare lies in fearless leadership, innovative technology, and a relentless focus on prevention?In this episode, Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng discusses his healthcare journey, emphasizing values-based leadership and innovative solutions for resource optimization, burnout reduction, and improved patient outcomes through prevention and personalized medicine. He also champions bold changes like exploring privatization and leveraging technology for precision medicine.Tune in as Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng shares his inspiring journey, groundbreaking initiatives, and bold ideas for reshaping the future of medicine!Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. @Kwadcest  Visit Dr. Kyeremanteng’s website! Check out the Prevention Over Prescription Podcast. Pick up Dr. Kyeremanteng’s book, Unapologetic Leadership, here! Learn about Osler AI here!  Visit Mariya Filipova’s website and learn about her here! Discover the Systemic Health Investor website!  Learn about the Care Convergence Thought Leader: Dental Economics. Visit Jonathan Levine’s website, as well as JBL New York City, GLO Science LLC, and the GLO GOOD Foundation. Watch the entire episode on YouTube and get more details at Think Oral Health.

Could the key to solving sleep apnea lie in the way we naturally develop and breathe?In this episode, Kirk Huntsman unveils how Vivos Therapeutics is changing the game in sleep apnea treatment. From reshaping airways in children to eliminating the need for lifelong CPAP use in adults, Kirk shares how innovative oral appliances are tackling this billion-person health crisis. Tune in and discover how better sleep can improve health, relationships, and quality of life!Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.healthResources: Connect with and follow Kirk Huntsman on LinkedIn. Vivos Therapeutics on LinkedIn and visit their website!

Effective healthcare supply chain management relies on data and collaboration to optimize inventory, enhance resilience, and prepare for challenges.In this episode, Cody Fisher, President of Concordance Innovations, discusses the future of healthcare supply chain management and the innovative solutions transforming the industry. Cody shares insights on optimizing inventory management, fostering collaboration across multi-enterprise landscapes, and using data to build resilience and agility in supply chains. He explains how the Surgence platform enables healthcare providers to streamline operations, reduce waste, and prepare for unforeseen challenges like pandemics or natural disasters. Cody highlights the importance of leveraging partnerships, prioritizing critical items, and taking actionable steps toward a proactive, data-driven future for healthcare logistics.Tune in to learn how innovative strategies and technologies are redefining healthcare supply chains!Resources: Connect with and follow Cody Fisher on LinkedIn. Follow Surgence on LinkedIn and visit their website.

Successful pharmaceutical launches depend on collaboration and visibility across stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals, progress, and issues.In the second part of this two-episode special, Keitel Suri, Vice President at Lumanity, discusses the Ignite platform, a launch readiness tool designed to streamline and accelerate pharmaceutical brand launches. He highlights the challenges of managing launches with numerous stakeholders and the need for real-time, global-to-local visibility, needs that Ignite addresses by providing multiple views, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing tasks. Keitel emphasizes the limitations of traditional methods like Excel spreadsheets, noting that dedicated tech solutions can offer more, and introduces new functionality within Ignite: pre-set launch templates based on years of experience, providing a starting point for rapid plan creation or plan validation. He further explains that launch success requires leaders to focus on key activities impacting marketing authorization and commercial launch, emphasizing a support ecosystem with training, service desk, and consulting.Tune in and learn how to optimize your next pharma launch!Resources: Watch part 2 here. In case you missed it, watch part one here and also listen to it here. Connect with and follow Keitel Suri on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lumanity on their LinkedIn and explore their website.  Discover more about IGNITE here.

Collaboration is crucial for transforming healthcare and achieving better patient outcomes.In this episode, Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care, discusses the urgent need for collaboration among healthcare stakeholders to improve care delivery. He highlights Reimagine Care's innovative approach to on-demand cancer care, leveraging technology and a skilled clinical team to provide patients with high-quality care in the comfort of their homes. Dan explains how their AI-powered virtual assistant, Remi, handles the majority of patient interactions, freeing up clinical staff to focus on complex cases and work at the top of their license. He also emphasizes the importance of strong provider relationships in ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Finally, Dan touches upon the growing supply and demand gap in cancer care, the need for upskilling and optimizing clinical staff utilization, and the challenges and lessons learned in product-market fit. Tune in and learn how technology, combined with a human-centric approach, can revolutionize cancer care and improve patient experiences!Resources: Connect with and follow Dan Nardi on LinkedIn. Learn more about Reimagine Care on their LinkedIn and explore their website.

Dissatisfaction in life can be changed by understanding the power of our thoughts and beliefs. In this episode, Patty "Oma" de Vries, Chief Experience Officer at Living Well USA, discusses the importance of self-reflection and the power of our minds to shape our reality. She shares her journey of finding tools for a joyful life, influenced by witnessing mental illness and unhealthy choices in her family. Oma emphasizes the impact of nature on self-discovery and the importance of recognizing the stories we tell ourselves, explaining how fear, often unnecessary, can be transformed into joy through gratitude and opportunity. Oma also encourages listeners to question their triggers and understand their core values to live a more productive and fulfilling life. Tune in and learn how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you desire!Resources: Connect with and follow Patty “Oma” De Vries on LinkedIn. Follow Living Well USA on LinkedIn and explore their website. Email Oma directly here.

Learning from failure and taking calculated risks is crucial for leadership growth and building a lasting company. In this episode, Kevin Hardage, CEO of Healthcare Components Group, discusses his leadership journey across various healthcare companies, emphasizing the importance of diverse experiences, learning from failures, and building a strong company culture. Kevin shares how his current company prioritizes employee engagement and development to foster long-term success. He explains how Healthcare Components Group's partnership with Roundtable Healthcare Partners, a private equity firm with a long-term investment mentality, aligns with his vision for the company's future. Kevin also details how the company manufactures specialized parts for the repair industry, helping hospitals and surgery centers prolong the life of their endoscopy equipment and reduce costs. Tune in and learn how Healthcare Components Group is innovating in the medical component space and building a lasting legacy!Resources: Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Kevin Hardage on LinkedIn. Learn more about Healthcare Components Group on their LinkedIn and explore their website.