The Healthtech Podcast

In the third episode of the "How to Get Into Healthtech" mini-series, Curistica’s Dr. Keith Grimes is joined by Dr. Arrash Yassaee, Deputy Director of MedTech Innovation at NHS England. A passionate advocate for transforming healthcare through evidence-based innovation, Arrash has led clinical safety and R&D for multiple Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) products, supporting millions of patients worldwide. His extensive experience spans national roles in policy development, workforce optimisation, and large-scale transformation projects, and he has overseen digital health research across three continents.Get in touch with Arrash: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-arrash/Get in touch with Keith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkeithgrimes/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

In the second episode of the "How to Get Into Healthtech" mini-series, Curistica’s Dr. Keith Grimes is joined by Stephanie Riley, Lead Product Manager at DrDoctor. After starting her career as a Nurse in the NHS, Stephanie took a leap into healthtech in 2019, where she joined Pando as a Clinical Engagement Manager.Experienced in clinical product management and change management, Stephanie is driven by a constant desire to add value to people’s lives through the delivery of healthcare using innovative mediums.Get in touch with Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-r-8503b9188/Get in touch with Keith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkeithgrimes/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

Randeep Sidhu, Chief Product Officer and AI specialist, shares his unconventional journey from evolutionary biology to health tech, including pivotal roles in the NHS COVID-19 app. He discusses the surprising intersections between gaming and health, emphasizing how personal strengths can enhance a career in digital health. Randeep highlights the responsibilities of product leaders in health tech, advocating for mentorship and collaboration as key to navigating this dynamic field.

This week, James is joined by Mark Kildea, CEO of The Howard de Walden Estate (HdWE). Mark joined HdWE as Finance Director in July 2011 and became Chief Executive in September 2020. He leads and sets the strategy for the business, focusing on the strength of its location, the diversified portfolio, family ownership and long-term investment horizon. He is a member of the Executive Team responsible for people and sustainability.In partnership with Spacemade, HdWE officially opened Hale House, its new state-of-the-art Healthtech development, in April. Located in the Harley Street Health District, Hale House is a highly dynamic space, designed to cultivate innovation, encourage collaboration, and drive solutions to improve healthcare.Learn more: https://www.hdwe.co.uk/ Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comGet in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

Neil Daly, Founder and CEO of Skin Analytics, discusses the revolutionary role of AI in skin cancer diagnosis. He shares insights on the development of their medical device, DERM, which has gained regulatory approval in the UK. The conversation highlights how AI technology can enhance early diagnosis and improve patient outcomes, while emphasizing the importance of human oversight and patient trust. Daly also navigates the challenges of compliance and funding within the healthcare landscape, painting an optimistic picture for the future of AI in medicine.

This week James is joined by Dr Hugh Harvey, Managing Director of Hardian Health. Hardian Health is a consultancy specialising in Software and AI Medical Devices, offering support to startups in the healthcare sector. Their services include clinical validation, regulatory approval, demonstration of health economic value, and protection of intellectual property.Learn more: https://www.hardianhealth.com/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comGet in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

Dr. Katie Baker, Director UK & Ireland of Tandem Health and a former healthcare CEO, discusses her journey from clinician to tech innovator. She highlights the urgent need for AI ambient scribes to ease clinician workloads, enhancing patient care. Katie shares insights on balancing career and motherhood while navigating leadership challenges. The conversation reveals how AI can revolutionize healthcare documentation, improve efficiencies in the NHS, and tackle the complexities of data integration. Truly a glimpse into the future of healthtech!

In this episode, James is joined by Jing Ouyang, Chief Growth Officer and Co-founder of Patchwork, an award-winning healthtech start-up that helps healthcare organisations implement flexible working. Drawing on his experience as a doctor, healthtech executive, and board advisor, Jing co-founded Patchwork to harness the power of flexible working and address the global healthcare workforce crisis by delivering tailored solutions to each organisation.Learn more: https://patchwork.health/ Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comGet in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

This week, James is joined by Dr Laura Falvey, the Executive Clinical Director at Reset Health, a digital health company pioneering tech-driven, patient-centred solutions for metabolic health. With extensive experience in digital health interventions, Laura has played a key role in embedding virtual weight management services into NHS pathways. Before transitioning to digital health, she worked across medical, surgical, and primary care settings in the NHS, bringing frontline clinical insight to her work in health tech.Learn more: https://www.roczen.com/en-gb/nhsApply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦: www.healthtechpigeon.comGet in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

Dr. Laura Tan shares invaluable insights for entrepreneurs in the health tech sector. She emphasizes the need for speed and alignment in startups, highlighting the CEO's role in promoting autonomy and communication. Effective hiring and goal-setting play crucial roles in organizational success, contrasting monetary targets with visionary goals. Additionally, she discusses the delicate balance of collaboration and control in small teams, stressing the importance of prioritization and clear communication as the team grows.