The Healthtech Podcast

This week, James is joined by Dr. Tarlochlan Toor, Director of Innovation at Holland & Barrett, to discuss building confidence as a founder. Navigating the path to entrepreneurship is no easy feat - often feelings of Imposter Syndrome and a lack of experience can hold innovators back from starting their own venture. In this episode, we hear how Dr Tarlochlan Toor used key lessons in emotional intelligence and determination to harbour confidence and become a healthtech leader. 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 Alison Darcy, Founder and Partner at Woebot Health. Alison is a Psychologist by research and a healthcare designer with over 20 years experience building health tech. With a passion to make mental healthcare solutions smart, scaleable and accessible, she founded Woebot Health - the world’s first mental health ally for people and businesses, with meaningfully engaging AI.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 SomX's very own Associate Director, Henry Stoneley. With many years of experience in selling primary care technologies to the NHS, Henry shares his top tips and greatest insights for breaking down the barriers to entry. How should founders approach selling to the NHS? Who do healthtech innovators need be talking to? All is to be revealed...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

In this week’s episode of the Healthtech Podcast, we talk to expert cofounders Dr. Kate Cordell and Ken Knecht from Opeeka. They share the initial steps for turning a business idea into reality and outline the value of having a cofounder in a company. Dr. Cordell is a nationwide thought leader for behavioral health technology, integrating data systems to support a whole-person approach to care. She has built models for federal, state, county, healthcare providers and community-based agencies to convert behavioral health and social program data into decisions and decisions into positive outcomes. Ken is a veteran in software design and digital marketing with over 30 years of experience working with hundreds of businesses from brand conception to multi-channel marketing.Together they founded Opeeka, a company that enables success-focused care to promote well-being for all. Improving well-being by identifying what works.Listen to the full episode with Dr. Kate and Ken: https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c31130eLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opeeka/Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.com/Subscribe 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. Abeyna Bubbers-Jones to dive into some top tips for clinicians moving into the world of healthtech. Abeyna is the co-founder and CEO of Medic Footprints, who are on a mission to connect a global community of talented doctors with the best in diverse career opportunities. Whether you're a healthtech guru or just getting started, prepare for some great take-away knowledge and advice.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 we hear from healthtech VC, Will Gibbs at Octopus Ventures, on the key things investors are looking for in founders, and how they actually support them. Will coordinate's the Health team at Octopus, who back founders that are transforming the health industry - from digital therapeutics to biotechnology. Think healthtech unicorns like Elvie and Big Health. If there's anyone that can give the best insider tips for founders looking for their next raise, it's him. Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.com Get in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

This week, James is joined by Adam Hunter, Chief Commercial Officer at Phlo Pharmacy, a digital pharmacy using cutting edge software to deliver same-day NHS prescriptions. As a qualified Scots law solicitor specialising in corporate law, Adam bridged his legal background and ambition to work in business through The Saltire Foundation Fellowship Programme. Equipped with an insider perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing a broad range of companies, Adam joined Phlo Pharmacy as Chief Commercial Officer in 2019. This is his story.Apply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.com Get in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

This week, James is joined by Dr Anas Nader. Anas is an A&E doctor and co-founder and CEO of Patchwork Health, which is helping healthcare organisations deliver sustainable workforce planning and giving all healthcare staff access to flexible work. They are currently working with over 70 NHS sites and have saved the NHS an estimated £40 million to date, while enabling almost 3 million hours to be staffed sustainably each year.Anas LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/in/naderanasApply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comSubscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.com Get in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health

Christoph Ruedig, a Partner at AlbionVC and seasoned healthtech investor, shares insights from his unique journey as a former medical doctor turned venture capitalist. He explains how his medical background informs his investment strategies, making consultants great investors. The discussion highlights Albion's focus on scaling digital health firms and their investment philosophy distinguishing between digital pharma and care. Christoph emphasizes the importance of leadership passion in healthtech founders and reveals challenges unique to the industry.

This week James talks to serial digital entrepreneur CEO Matteo Berlucchi. Matteo has 27 years of experience launching and growing consumer platforms. Healthily is the last venture by Matteo, the first AI platform to help consumers find the health information and advice they need to make better choices free of charge. Prepare his exclusive predictions for healthtech in the future, a fascinating journey to become a successful founder, and much more... Matteo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matteoberlucchiApply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.com/Subscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.healthtechpigeon.com Get in touch with James: www.jamessomauroo.comLearn more about SomX for your healthtech company at somx.health