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In this episode of the Health Further podcast, hosts Vic and Marcus, along with guest Tarun Kapoor, discuss a range of critical topics in healthcare. The conversation covers the ongoing partnership between Virtua Health and AI tools, focusing on their application in acute care and behavioral health. They explore the challenges of handling increased patient volume and acuity due to demographic shifts, the integration of AI in healthcare settings, particularly in mental health with digital therapeutics, and the implications of large language models (LLMs) in the medical field. The discussion also delves into the impact of AI on healthcare workforce dynamics, the concept of "smart rooms" in hospitals, and the evolving role of clinicians in an AI-augmented environment.Tarun Kapoor:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarunkapoormd/HF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

TIn this episode Vic and Marcus, covers the financial struggles of Generation X nearing retirement, creditor conflicts in cash-strapped companies, and Musk's troubled Twitter takeover. It also addresses labor disputes in Canada and potential chaos from U.S. port strikes, insights from the Fed's Jackson Hole symposium, and advancements in AI for healthcare and medical research. The episode explores key healthcare developments, including surging Mayo Clinic volumes, a nurse strike near the DNC, and major hospital acquisitions. It concludes with breakthrough studies on diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer's, emphasizing AI's growing role in healthcare.3:22 - As Generation X Approaches Retirement, Reality Still Bites WSJ10:14 - Coming to a Cash-Strapped Company Near You: Creditor-on-Creditor Violence WSJ14:19 - Musk’s Twitter Takeover Is Now the Worst Buyout for Banks Since the Financial Crisis WSJ19:14 - Labor Dispute Halts Rail Freight in Canada, Raising Supply Chain Concerns NYT21:05 - Twin Strikes at U.S. Ports, Canada Railways Would 'Create Chaos in North America' Supply Chain Brain22:38 - What to look for at Fed's Jackson Hole symposium Reuters25:41 - Openwater raises $54M for open-source medical research technology Axios31:08 - PreciseDx picks up $20.7M to advance AI-based breast cancer risk assessment Fierce Healthcare32:22 - Clarium Secures $10.5M for AI-Powered Hospital Supply Chain HIT Consultant33:21 - Judge Tosses FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements WSJ38:46 - Alaskans can virtually manage their diabetes risk for free with Omada Fierce Healthcare42:04 - Mayo Clinic's volumes, income surging in 2024 Fierce Healthcare 43:16 - HF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

The discussion dives into the alarming reality that every Social Security number has been compromised, highlighting cybersecurity threats in healthcare. They also touch on the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate cuts and a surprising financial comeback for millennials. The retail sector faces significant layoffs, particularly with Macy's store closures. Innovative advancements in healthcare are explored, including AI's role in home care and digital therapeutics. Lastly, the implications of antitrust actions against tech giants like Google are scrutinized.

In this episode, Marcus covers a range of crucial topics, starting with the recent global stock market slide and its impact on the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, followed by a discussion on whether the Fed can still achieve a soft landing as rate cuts approach. He also highlights the market's rebound driven by jobless claims and discusses significant life sciences investments by venBio and TPG. Marcus then turns to healthcare policy, exploring Medicare's new coverage of cutting-edge medical devices, Centene's exit from six Medicare Advantage markets, and CVS's decision to slash profit guidance amid rising insurance costs. Additionally, he examines Walgreens' potential sale of its VillageMD stake and the stark outlook for Charles River Labs. The episode also touches on the ongoing layoffs in biotech, Hims & Hers' compounding pharmacy acquisition, Annalise.ai's Medicare NTAP approval, and the departure of an OpenAI co-founder to rival Anthropic. ------🔎RESOURCES🔎Links:00:00 - Intro1:30 - Stock Market News, Aug. 5, 2024: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Slide Amid Global Selloff - WSJ4:45 - Can Fed Officials Still Nail the Landing? As Rate Cuts Near, It's a Moment of Truth - NYT6:14 - Stock Market News, Aug. 8, 2024: S&P 500, Nasdaq, Bond Yields Jump After Jobless - WSJ 8:28 - ClaimsVenture capital veteran venBio raises $528M for life sciences investment - Fierce8:35 - TPG tops up funds to $580M for investments across the life sciences spectrum - Fierce11:01 - Cutting-edge medical devices will soon be covered by Medicare - Axios13:17 - Centene to exit 6 Medicare Advantage markets: Stephens bank - Modern Healthcare15:05 - CVS slashes profit guidance, will cut $2 billion in expenses as insurance costs climb - CNBC18:08 - Walgreens may sell entire VillageMD stake - Modern Healthcare22:09 - Charles River Labs Plummets 14% On 'Bleaker' Expectations For 2024 - IBD25:53 - Fierce Biotech Layoff Tracker 2024 - Fierce28:09 - Hims & Hers CEO defends compounding pharmacy acquisition - AXIOS32:51 - HF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode, Vic and guest host Dr. Erica Oberg delve into integrative and natural medicine, focusing on longevity, chronic disease prevention, and optimizing health through personalized medical approaches. They discuss the role of naturopathic medicine, the importance of proactive health management, and the potential of modern diagnostic tools and treatments like full-body MRIs, genome sequencing, and advanced biomarker testing to enhance wellness and extend health span. Dr. Oberg shares insights from her extensive experience in the field, offering practical advice on achieving better health outcomes. ------🔎RESOURCES🔎Dr. Erica Oberg’s website & blogCost Effectiveness of PreventionMarqi HealthOutlive by Peter AttiaAmerican Association of Naturopathic PhysiciansInstitute for Functional Medicine0:00 - Intro0:52 - Dr. Oberg Background9:14 - Dr. Oberg’s Credentials and Experience11:50 - Explanation of a holistic approach in integrative, regenerative, and precision medicine.18:00 - Health Optimization Strategies20:00 - Screening and Diagnostics23:02 - Cost and Accessibility of Services30:00 - Early Cancer Detection42:56 - Genetic Testing and Personalized Medicine45:00 - Mind-Body Connection and Lifestyle Modifications50:00 - Public Health Perspective-----🔔SIGN UP FOR EPISODE NOTIFICATIONS🔔https://www.podpage.com/healthfurther/ ------📱FOLLOW HEALTH:FURTHER SOCIALS📱YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFM4torjTIEkOLOD-p7FIKw INSTAGRAM // https://www.instagram.com/healthfurther/TWITTER // https://twitter.com/HealthFurtherFACEBOOK // https://www.facebook.com/HealthFurther/LINKEDIN // https://www.linkedin.com/company/health-furtherTIKTOK // https://www.tiktok.com/@healthfurtherHF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode of 'Health Further,' hosts Marcus and Vic discuss key topics, including national healthcare events, the impact of interest rates on inflation and employment, trends in commercial property foreclosures, the role of government in economic stability, and recent healthcare venture capital activity. They explore the challenges faced by the telehealth industry, specifically Teledoc, and analyze new technologies in women's health. The episode also covers developments in AI regulations and the potential future of AI in healthcare, alongside a critical look at the current state of antibiotic production and the broader healthcare market's performance.-----🔔SIGN UP FOR EPISODE NOTIFICATIONS🔔0:00 - Intro1:38 - Fed Clears Path for September Interest Rate Cut WSJ6:49 - Stocks, Bonds Climb After Fed Meeting WSJ7:13 - Surge in Commercial-Property Foreclosures Suggests Bottom Is Near WSJ16:23 - The Haves and Have-Nots at the Center of America’s Inflation Fight WSJ19:42 - Mental health benefits company Spring Health hits $3.3B valuation, with $100M series E Fierce Healthcare22:10 - Fertility and period tracking app Flo Health banks $200M to reach unicorn status Fierce Healthcare22:55 - Kestra Medical Technologies lands $196M for wearable defibrillator Geekwire24:39 - FDA alerts health care providers, compounders and patients of dosing errors associated with compounded injectable semaglutide products FDA website28:58 - Utah's new AI Office zeroes in on generative AI in mental healthcare Fierce Healthcare31:50 - Cigna's Evernorth Health Services drives revenue growth Modern Healthcare32:52 - Centene posts $1.1B in Q2 profit as it faces down Medicaid headwinds  Fierce Healthcare33:30 - Alignment HF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode of "Health Further," hosts Marcus and Vic discuss the stock market and economy, the impact of AI on tech stocks, Google's earnings and AI investments, China's interest rate cut, the post-pandemic job market, and healthcare employment. They cover cybersecurity issues affecting airlines, investments in healthcare startups like Headway and Vitable, Google's abandoned acquisition of Wiz, Senate health committee actions, hospital infection rates, strong earnings from health insurers and hospital systems, the importance of behavioral health exemplified by Simone Biles' comeback, and Meta's release of Llama 3.1, an open-source AI model challenging existing large language models.-----🔔SIGN UP FOR EPISODE NOTIFICATIONS🔔0:00 - Intro2:31 - Big Tech Selloff Slams Nasdaq With Worst Day Since 2022 WSJ6:16 - Google Fails to ‘Wow’ as AI Bills Mount WSJ8:00 - China Unexpectedly Cuts Interest Rate as World Markets Sag NYT10:19 - The Hottest Job Market in a Generation Is Over WSJ13:40 - U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the second quarter, much more than expected CNBC 16:01 - CrowdStrike Explains What Went Wrong Days After Global Tech Outage WSJ27:22 - Headway banks $100M round to expand into Medicare and Medicaid Fierce Healthcare29:26 - Vitable Secures $16M To Provide Primary Care to Small Employers MedCity31:35 -  Google’s Aborted Deals Show Antitrust’s Long Shadow Over Tech Bloomberg33:53 - Senate HELP (Health, Education, Labor & Pensions) Committee issues Subpoena of Dr. Ralph de la Torre, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Steward Health Senate website36:56 - Steward Health Care fails to secure bids on Ohio, Pennsylvania facilities Fierce Healthcare 38:04 - CDC report on resistant hospital infections outlines need for federal investment, epidemioloHF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode of Health Further podcast, Marcus and Emily discuss the implications of a potential Trump presidency on healthcare. They explore various aspects, including the national debt, the impact on healthcare spending, and specific policy areas such as Medicare, Medicaid, and biopharma. The conversation highlights the challenges and potential changes in healthcare policy, driven by economic advisors and think tanks. They also touch on the differences between the Biden and Trump administrations' approaches, particularly in areas like Medicare Advantage, fee-for-service models, and the regulatory environment affecting the healthcare industry.-----🔔SIGN UP FOR EPISODE NOTIFICATIONS🔔https://www.podpage.com/healthfurther/ ------📱FOLLOW HEALTH:FURTHER SOCIALS📱YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFM4torjTIEkOLOD-p7FIKw INSTAGRAM // https://www.instagram.com/healthfurther/TWITTER // https://twitter.com/HealthFurtherFACEBOOK // https://www.facebook.com/HealthFurther/LINKEDIN // https://www.linkedin.com/company/health-furtherTIKTOK // https://www.tiktok.com/@healthfurtherHF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode of Health Further, we welcome Dr. Rick Abramson, a leading expert in the intersection of AI and healthcare. Dr. Abramson, an MD from Harvard Medical School with a diverse career spanning clinical practice, consulting, and executive roles, delves into the transformative potential of AI in medical imaging. With a background that includes significant contributions at institutions like Vanderbilt, HCA, and innovative AI startups, Dr. Abramson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Tune in as we explore how AI is revolutionizing healthcare, improving diagnostic accuracy, and reshaping the roles of medical professionals. ------🔎RESOURCES🔎Ricks LinkedinRadiology, AI and the Analog-Digital Frontier presentation at the European Congress of Radiology, March 2024Ricks Bio:Rick Abramson is former Chief Medical Officer for Annalise.ai, a healthcare technology company providing advanced AI solutions for medical imaging.  Annalise’s software-as-a-medical-device (SaMD) products are regulatory cleared and commercially available in 40 countries.Rick’s career has straddled the clinical and business sides of health care.  After a stint at McKinsey & Co. serving pharmaceutical industry clients, Rick completed Harvard Medical School followed by postgraduate training at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, the University of Pennsylvania, and Johns Hopkins.  He then joined the faculty at Vanderbilt University Medical School, where he served as Associate Professor and Vice-Chair for Innovation and led a NIH-funded research program spanning cancer treatment biomarkers, healthcare economics, quality measurement, and machine learning in diagnostic medical imaging.  Rick then joined HCA Healthcare as corporate vice-president over HCA’s radiology service line.  Between his roles at HCA and Annalise, Rick led clinical strategy for Covera Health, a venture-backed health tech startup based in New York.Rick lives in Nashville with his wife and two children.  He holds A.B. and M.D. degrees from Harvard as well as a Master of Health Care Delivery Science degree from Dartmouth, and he maintains a Vanderbilt faculty appointment as Adjoint Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering.  He currently serves on the advisory committees of several healthcare venture capital firms and is a trustee of the Harpeth Hall School in Nashville.-----🔔SIGN UP FOR EPISODE NOTIFICATIONS🔔https://www.podpage.com/healthfurther/ ------📱FOLLOW HEALTH:FURTHER SOCIALS📱YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFM4torjTIEkOLOD-p7FIKw INSTAGRAM // https://www.instagram.com/healthfurther/TWITTER // https://twitter.com/HealthFurtherFACEBOOK // https://www.facebook.com/HealthFurther/LINKEDIN // https://www.linkedin.com/company/health-furtherTIKTOK // https://www.tiktok.com/@healthfurtherHF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK

In this episode of Health Further, hosts Vic and Marcus discuss a range of topics, including recent positive economic data, healthcare developments, venture capital, and artificial intelligence. They cover the impact of inflation on the stock market, unemployment rates, and the Federal Reserve's potential actions. They also explore issues in commercial real estate, the acquisition of a healthcare venture fund, and advancements in value-based primary care services for seniors. Additionally, they highlight a new AI-driven behavior change initiative by OpenAI and Ariana Huffington, and discuss Microsoft's strategic move regarding its relationship with OpenAI. ------🔎RESOURCES🔎0:00 - Intro1:44 - Inflation Cooled Further in June NYT5:49 - Case for September Rate Cut Builds After Slower Jobs Data WSJ7:56 -  Property Fraud Allegations Snowball as Commercial Real-Estate Values Fall WSJ23:37 - Seae Ventures acquires Unseen Capital after founder death TechCrunch27:00 - HarmonyCares pockets $200M to expand in-home value-based primary care Fierce Healthcare 33:26 - H1 2024 digital health funding: Resilience leads to brilliance Rock Health35:22 -  FTC: PBMs may 'urgently' require 'potential regulation' Fierce Healthcare40:19 -  - HHS announces $27.5M in funding to address women's behavioral health Fierce Healthcare 42:08 - Why Industry Groups Are Decrying CMS’ Physician Fee Schedule Proposal MedCity News 47:53 - Ardent Health IPO targets $3B market valuation, $300M raise Fierce Healthcare49:2 1 - Most Johns Hopkins Medical Students to Receive Free Tuition After $1 Billion Gift WSJ51:51 - HF SiteYOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKLINKEDINTIKTOK