Episode 13: Bill Snyder, CEO & Founder at Cylinder Health

In this episode of the Digital Health Heavyweights podcast, Norm Volsky interviews Bill Snyder, founder and CEO of Cylinder Health. They discuss Bill's extensive background in healthcare, his journey from Humana to leading sales at Virta, and ultimately founding Cylinder Health to address chronic digestive conditions. Bill shares insights on the importance of personalized care, the scale of digestive health issues in the U.S., and how Cylinder is making a significant impact on patient outcomes and employer health plans. The conversation also touches on leadership, career growth, and the integration of AI in healthcare.

Takeaways

🧫 Cylinder supports those suffering from the full spectrum of GI issues.
 🏥 Bill Snyder has a strong background in healthcare leadership.
 📈 Transforming Humana's Illinois market was a significant achievement.
 🚀 Career growth often involves taking risks and seeking new opportunities.
 💪 Health and fitness are crucial for mental well-being.
 📊 Understanding the scale of digestive health issues is essential.
 🩺 Cylinder improves patient outcomes through personalized care.
 💼 Employer experiences with Cylinder highlight its effectiveness.
 📣 Engagement rates in health solutions can be significantly high.
 🤖 AI is becoming increasingly important in healthcare delivery.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cylinder Health and Bill Snyder

03:13 Bill's Journey into Healthcare

06:17 Transforming Humana's Illinois Market

09:09 Leadership Lessons from Humana

12:12 Taking Risks for Career Growth

15:09 The Impact of Virta Health

18:13 Sales Leadership Insights

21:12 Building a Sales Organization

24:01 Evaluating Sales Talent

28:40 The Importance of Data-Driven Leadership

30:52 Founding Cylinder: Mission and Inspiration

33:40 Understanding the Scale of Gut Health Issues

37:33 Cylinder's Impact on Healthcare Costs

41:47 Patient Experiences and the Importance of Support

46:33 Future Innovations and AI in Healthcare

49:41 Personal Health Practices and Their Impact

57:40 Outro

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