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The Pitch

#152 Oma Health

Nov 20, 2024
Khaylah Epps, CEO of Oma Health, passionately addresses the healthcare disparities faced by Black women in the South and advocates for nurse practitioners' vital roles in bridging these gaps. She details her innovative strategies to simplify healthcare access and tackle high costs. Investor Cyan Banister provides insightful feedback on the challenges of securing funding and the intricacies of pitching to investors. Their conversation highlights both the conviction required in making systemic change and the realities of navigating the complex healthcare landscape.
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Quick takeaways

  • Khaylah Epps emphasizes the need for culturally competent healthcare solutions for Black women, driven by her personal experiences with healthcare disparities.
  • Oma Health's innovative model empowers nurse practitioners by streamlining administrative processes, allowing them to focus on patient care and improve health outcomes.

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Addressing Healthcare Inequities

The founder shares her personal experiences with healthcare disparities that impact Black women, illustrating the alarming statistics associated with maternal and overall health risks. Kayla Epps highlights her grandmother’s story and her own fears as a Black woman, emphasizing that systemic failures contribute to preventable health issues in Black communities. This background serves as the foundation for her startup, Oma Health, which aims to provide culturally competent healthcare solutions specifically for Black women. By focusing on personal narratives, she underscores the importance of addressing these inequities while motivating the need for urgent change in the healthcare system.

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