Fixing Healthcare...From The Trenches with Dr. Badia

Dr. Deal is certified by the ABCS, the ABFCS, as well as the ABS. With intense focus on cosmetic surgery, he has exceptional skill and artistic vision, which is illuminated in the outcomes of more than 5,000 cosmetic surgical procedures. Dr. Deal is the owner of Southern Surgical Arts and beauty Bar medspas.

Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and attended Louisiana State University (LSU) for undergraduate and medical school. In 2006, Bill was elected to the Louisiana State Senate. In 2008, he was elected to the United States House of Representatives to represent Louisiana’s Sixth Congressional District. He was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2014 and reelected in 2020. He serves on the Finance Committee, the Health, Education, Labor, & Pensions Committee (HELP), the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and the Veterans Affairs Committee. In 2023, he became Ranking Member of the Senate HELP Committee. He is the first physician to sit as HELP Ranking Member or Chairman since 1933, when it was called the Education and Labor Committee. Bill is married to Dr. Laura Cassidy, and they have three children and one grandchild. Laura is a retired general surgeon specializing in breast cancer.

Welcome to "Fixing Healthcare... From the Trenches." Our guest today is Congressman Greg Murphy, a practicing physician and lawmaker representing North Carolina's Third Congressional District. Dr. Murphy graduated from Davidson College and UNC School of Medicine, specializing in urology. He's been deeply involved in his community, serving as president of Eastern Urological Associates and as a medical missionary in Third World countries. In the North Carolina House of Representatives, he focused on health policy and combating the opioid epidemic. Since 2019, he's served in the U.S. House of Representatives, advocating for healthcare reforms as the only practicing physician in Congress.

Dr. Badia and his guest Dr. Cuénod will discuss international solutions for the healthcare system. Dr. Badia will focus on the healthcare system in the U.S and Dr. Cuénod speaks on healthcare challenges in Geneva.

Welcome to E28 of "Fixing Healthcare...From The Trenches" With Dr. Badia. Our guest Dr. Nicholas E. Rose is a distinguished specialist in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery. His expertise extends beyond the operating room, as he currently serves as the Co-Chairman of the Business of Hand Surgery Committee for the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Adding to his impressive resume, Dr. Rose is also a Red Bull Athletes Team Physician. Join us as we delve into the insights and experiences of Dr. Rose, a seasoned professional who brings a wealth of knowledge from both the medical field and his role as an orthopedic surgery clinical instructor at UCLA. This promises to be an enlightening discussion on fixing healthcare, straight from the trenches with Dr. Badia.

As a Managing Director at Physician Growth Partners, Robert works with founder and provider owned businesses in the healthcare services industry as they prepare for and ultimately pursue a private equity partnership. Robert led a recent transaction with Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, in their partnership with OrthoBethesda, a portfolio company of Atlantic Street Capital. He specializes in helping independent practice owners first understand the private equity landscape and then provide transaction advisory services when a partnership makes sense to help usher in the next phase of growth. Robert's work focuses on understanding the goals of a practice and its owners and managing a customized, client-focused process that delivers an exceptional result. So, if you're curious about the dynamics of healthcare transactions and the future of independent physician practices, you're in for a treat. Join me in welcoming Robert April to "Fixing Healthcare from the Trenches."

On "Fixing Healthcare...From The Trenches" with host Dr. Badia, we are honored to welcome Dr. Becerra, an orthopedic resident from Colombia. Dr. Becerra brings a unique perspective as he shares his experiences with the U.S. healthcare system, drawing insightful comparisons with Colombia's healthcare landscape. During the episode, he not only delves into the challenges but also offers three impactful initiatives aimed at contributing to the transformation and improvement of healthcare. Stay tuned as we gain valuable insights from Dr. Becerra's firsthand observations and recommendations.

🎙️ This Week on "Fixing Healthcare from the Trenches" Podcast! 🏥Join host Dr. Alejandro Badia as he chats with Dr. Assad Ali, DO, a rising star in healthcare. Currently in general surgery residency at Mainline Health: Lankenau Medical Center, Dr. Ali is more than a physician—he's a dynamic leader.🔍 About Dr. Assad Ali:Dr. Ali is not your average resident. Beyond his medical journey, he's a published author in various specialties and a leader in non-profit work, bringing healthcare training to communities in need. His passion for innovation is evident in founding "Entrepreneurs in Healthcare" in South Florida.🎧 Tune in as they discuss solutions for today's U.S. Healthcare system, blending innovation with medical education. Subscribe now for a fresh take on fixing healthcare!

We are thrilled to welcome a distinguished guest to the upcoming episode of "Fixing Healthcare from the Trenches" – Dr. Zeev Neuwirth. With an illustrious career spanning over 15 years in clinical practice and an additional 15 years devoted to healthcare leadership, Dr. Neuwirth brings a wealth of experience in clinical operations, process improvement, population health, and innovation.

this week's episode of "Fixing Healthcare from the Trenches," listeners are in for an enlightening journey into the intricacies of the healthcare industry, with a particular focus on healthcare investment banking. Our distinguished guest, Hector Torres, shares invaluable insights into the pivotal role of private equity in the healthcare sector.Hector passionately underscores the significance of healthcare providers forming strategic partnerships with professionals well-versed in the financial, regulatory, and legal dimensions of the industry. He dispels the misconception that private equity stakeholders wield undue influence over medical practice, shedding light on innovative partnership structures that safeguard clinical autonomy.The conversation with Dr. Badia and Hector covers pivotal initiatives like the shift from sick-care to healthcare, solutions for healthcare cost disparities across locations, and the imperative of transparency. They underscore the importance of aligning incentives and adopting value-based care to deliver patient-centered healthcare affordably and sustainably, all while preventing healthcare professional burnout. This episode is a must-listen for those intrigued by healthcare investment banking and the future of musculoskeletal care.