Welcome back to another great episode of the Digital Health Heavyweights podcast, this week our host Norm Volsky sits down with Sasha Gribov, CEO and co-founder of Milu Health. They discuss Sasha's journey into healthcare, his experiences at Tempest Labs, and the innovative approach Milu Health takes to improve employee healthcare. The conversation covers the importance of connecting health records, personalizing patient engagement, and addressing healthcare costs. Sasha shares insights on the challenges faced in the employer healthcare space and the future vision for Milu Health, emphasizing the need for better patient engagement and adherence to healthcare plans.

Takeaways

💡 Sasha has always dreamed of making an impact in healthcare.
🏢 Employers often face significant challenges in managing healthcare costs.
🔬 Tempest Labs provided Sasha with valuable experience in healthcare innovation.
🩺 Milu Health aims to connect health records to improve patient care.
📌 Personalized healthcare solutions are essential for patient engagement.
🚀 The healthcare industry is evolving with new technologies and data access.
👥 Engaging employees is crucial for cost savings in healthcare.
🛡️ Milu Health helps patients navigate their healthcare journey effectively.
💰 Financial aid opportunities can significantly impact blue-collar workers.
🏥 Quality of care is more important than cost when choosing healthcare providers. Quality in healthcare is paramount for patient outcomes.
🎯 Finding high-quality clinicians can lead to significant cost savings.
📑 Many medical bills contain errors that can be addressed.
📊 EHR data integration reveals surprising insights about patient health.
📈 Raising capital requires resilience, especially in tough markets.
💙 Milu has a profound impact on both patients and employers.
🔄 Engaging employees with existing benefits can drastically improve utilization.
📉 Benefits management requires a proactive approach to healthcare costs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sasha Gribov and Milu Health

02:44 Sasha's Journey into Healthcare

08:11 Building a New Healthcare Solution

09:04 The Mission and Vision of Milu Health

11:33 How Milu Works: Connecting Health Records

14:09 Personalized Healthcare Solutions

16:57 Patient Journey with Milu Health

19:46 Engaging Patients for Cost Savings

22:19 Guiding Patients to Quality Care

23:06 Understanding Quality in Healthcare Providers

25:47 Navigating Medical Bills and Errors

27:19 Insights from EHR Data Integration

29:57 Raising Capital in a Challenging Market

31:06 Impact of Milu Health on Patients and Employers

34:19 Enhancing Engagement with Existing Benefits

37:54 Challenges in the Benefits Management Space

43:13 Future Vision for Milu Health

47:31 Balancing Work and Personal Life

51:26 Outro

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Episode 8: Sasha Gribov, Co-Founder of Milu Health