Episode 14: Jonathon Feit, CEO at Beyond Lucid Technologies

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Digital Health Heavyweights Podcast for our 14th episode. Today, Norm Volsky interviews Jonathon Feit, CEO and co-founder of Beyond Lucid Technologies. They discussed Jonathon's journey into healthcare, the importance of data interoperability in emergency medical services, and how Beyond Lucid is innovating patient care. Jonathon shares insights on addressing substance abuse through data, the development of the company’s patented HALCYON Post-Crash Intelligence application, and the impact of regulatory frameworks on EMS. The conversation also touches on mental health and wellness in high-stress jobs, as well as personal wellness practices.

Takeaways
🧠 Jonathon Feit has a personal connection to healthcare due to Tourette Syndrome as well as his family members’ complex health needs; a personal tragedy that drives him and his business partner; and the loss of close colleagues because of chronic care health issues that tie back (at least in part) to line-of-duty stresses. These are the sorts of motivations that push you to persevere on the hardest days.
📊 Beyond Lucid Technologies focuses on data transparency to improve patient care.
📱 The Mobile Medical ecosystem is complex and requires innovative solutions.
💉 Substance abuse is a significant issue that can be addressed through data sharing.
🚑 HALCYON Post-Crash Intelligence aims to provide critical patient information to Responders even before they arrive at the scene of a crash.
📜 Regulatory frameworks impact the effectiveness of Emergency Medical Services.
🧘 Mental health and wellness are crucial in high-stress healthcare jobs.
 🔍 The importance of knowing patient needs before arriving on the scene.
⚖️ Innovations in technology must be balanced with practical applications in healthcare.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jonathon Feit and Beyond Lucid Technologies
06:12 The Impact of 9/11 on Jonathon's Career Path
12:16 Products and Services Offered by Beyond Lucid
18:14 The Role of Beyond Lucid in Drug Addiction and Substance Abuse
28:35 Understanding Addiction and Pain Management
34:47 The Limits of Technology in Healthcare
45:16 Personal Wellness and Mental Health in High-Stress Jobs
54:59 Outro

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