#327 Diagnostics, Data and a Department of Health Contract, with Hamish Grierson
Nov 1, 2023
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Hamish Grierson, CEO of Thriva, discusses the challenges of running a health tech company, the growth and impact of Thriva, competition and empathy among competitors, building the best diagnostic platform, infrastructure plays in technology, and friendly banter between the host and guest.
An integrated platform like Thriva is crucial in the healthcare and technology space as it allows for better access to diagnostic data, leading to improved insights, personalized care, and a higher quality of health services.
The pandemic served as a catalyst for change and highlighted the importance of diagnostic data, accelerating the adoption of diagnostic solutions and increasing awareness of the benefits of personalized health and preventative care.
Building trust in the healthcare industry is essential, and Thriva emphasizes the need for clinical governance, high-quality services, and data security to be a trusted partner for third parties and deliver safe, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions.
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Overview of the podcast episode
In this episode of the HealthTech Podcast, host James Sommering interviews Hamish Greer, the founder of Thriever. They discuss the journey of Thriever over the past five years and the impact of the pandemic on their growth. They delve into topics such as what makes Thriever the best, the challenges of growing a home diagnostics company, the importance of clinical governance, their medical device software, competition in the health tech industry, and the significance of trust and venture capital. Hamish shares insights on their platform, which integrates various components of the diagnostic ecosystem, and emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach in providing high-quality services. He also highlights the growing demand for personalized diagnostics and the role of Thriever in facilitating access to diagnostic data for individuals and organizations.
The value of an integrated platform
Hamish emphasizes the value of an integrated platform like Thriever in the healthcare and technology space. He explains that as the complexities of diagnostics increase, having a platform that can integrate different solutions and provide an end-to-end capability becomes more important. This integrated approach allows for better access to diagnostic data, leading to improved insights, personalized care, and a higher quality of health services.
The impact of the pandemic
The pandemic served as a catalyst for change and highlighted the importance of diagnostic data. Thriever's involvement in powering a national home antibody program proved the scalability and effectiveness of their platform. The experience gained during this time solidified Thriever's credibility and enhanced their reputation in the field. The pandemic also accelerated the adoption of diagnostic solutions and increased the awareness of the benefits of personalized health and preventative care.
The challenges and importance of trust in the industry
Hamish discusses the challenges Thriever faced and the importance of building trust in the healthcare industry. He emphasizes the need for clinical governance, high-quality services, and data security. Hamish also highlights the value of being a trusted partner for third parties and their focus on delivering solutions that are safe, cost-effective, and of high quality.
The future of Thriever
Looking ahead, Thriever plans to further refine their platform and expand their partnership with various verticals. They aim to streamline the onboarding process, enable quicker integration with partners, and continue to support individuals and organizations in accessing diagnostic data. Thriever also recognizes the growing demand for longevity and health span solutions and is exploring ways to cater to individuals who prioritize living healthier and longer lives.
Hamish Grierson is CEO of the personal diagnostics and health platform, Thriva, which he set up in 2016 with co-founders, Eliot Brooks and Tom Livesey. Thriva's core mission is to put better health in people’s hands with affordable, clinical-grade testing based on the latest research. Thriva has helped over 650,000 people across the UK proactively manage their health. Its at-home testing kits can analyse anything from vitamins and minerals to hormone function to indicators of heart disease and diabetes.
At Thriva, Hamish combined his interest with health and bio-hacking with his experience in technology and innovation. A serial entrepreneur and alumni of the New Entrepreneurs Foundation, Hamish has a background in Fintech innovation, brand building and international growth.
