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Lessons from Robin Shah, CEO and Co-Founder of Thyme Care, on guiding patients through their cancer journey and unifying the oncology ecosystem
Feb 20, 2024
In this discussion, Robin Shah, CEO and Co-Founder of Thyme Care, shares his journey in oncology care, inspired by personal experiences with cancer. He emphasizes the importance of care navigation and the innovative strategies Thyme Care employs to support patients. The talk highlights the integration of empathy and technology in cancer treatment, discusses the challenges of the healthcare system, and showcases how value-based care can enhance patient outcomes and reduce costs. Robin also reflects on lessons learned from sports that shaped his entrepreneurial spirit.
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Family Inspired Oncology Path
- Robin Shah's family deeply influenced his oncology journey, with his father and brothers all being oncologists.
- This personal connection led him to become a patient navigator and eventually found Thyme Care to solve cancer care challenges.
Building Teams and Scaling
- Robin learned from Flatiron to recruit and build high-quality teams and culture early.
- From OneOncology, he learned the value of capital management for rapid growth and scaling a big business.
Navigation Fills Critical Gaps
- Cancer care navigation addresses key systemic breakdowns, like delays in diagnosis and lack of support outside clinics.
- Thyme Care focuses on whole-body, 24/7 care preventing unnecessary hospitalizations through proactive patient support.