Delta: HealthTech Innovators

Explore how Navigation Sciences streamlines surgical navigation for lung cancer and other tumors, ensuring precise margins through advanced MedTech solutions. Gain insider insights on FDA pathways, fundraising strategies, and the vital collaboration among startups, researchers, and policymakers driving healthcare innovation.0:00 – Show Introduction & Host Welcome0:26 – Guest Introduction (Alan Lucas, Navigation Sciences CEO)1:00 – Overview: Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments & Implants2:28 – What Is Navigation Sciences? Soft-Tissue Navigation Explained4:32 – Surgical Margins & Why Precision Matters6:02 – Real-Time Navigation: Electromagnetic Sensors & 3D Modeling8:10 – Future Applications (Head & Neck, Liver, Neurosurgery)9:22 – Building & Protecting Intellectual Property10:15 – Funding & Early-Stage Financing Strategy12:40 – Roadmap to FDA (Feasibility Study & Next Steps)14:15 – Founders vs. Investors: Finding the Right Partners15:50 – The New England Executive Network: Connecting MedTech Leaders18:18 – Wrap-Up & Closing RemarksRoupen Odabashian:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-183aaa142/X: https://twitter.com/RoupenMDEmail: roupen@deltahealth.techWatch Our Podcast on Youtube#MedTech, #HealthTech, #Startup, #HealthcareInnovation, #SurgicalNavigation, #ClearMargins, #LungCancer, #Fundraising, #FDA, #Collaboration, #MinimallyInvasive, #MedicalDevice, #Innovation, #TechTrends, #HealthcareTech

Dive into an enlightening conversation with Eirini Schlosser, the visionary founder and CEO of Dyania Health, a cutting-edge HealthTech startup that's transforming the MedTech industry through innovative AI-powered solutions. In this in-depth interview, we explore how Dyania Health leverages advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to automate manual chart reviews, saving healthcare professionals hours and enhancing patient care.Learn how this groundbreaking technology is accelerating clinical trials, improving patient outcomes, and reshaping the future of digital health. Eirini shares her entrepreneurial journey from a background in biochemistry and investment banking to pioneering a successful healthcare startup. She discusses the challenges of implementing AI in healthcare, building a multidisciplinary team, and securing significant startup funding in the competitive MedTech sector.If you're passionate about healthcare innovation, medical technology, and the transformative power of AI in healthtech, this episode is a must-watch! Gain valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make a real impact in the world of healthcare and technology.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more inspiring interviews with leaders making a difference in healthcare.Roupen Odabashian:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-md-frcpc-abim-183aaa142/X: https://x.com/RoupenMDEmail: roupen@deltahealth.techWatch our podcast on Youtube00:00 - Introduction and Mission Statement 00:40 - Meet Eirini, Founder of Dyania Health 01:11 - The Challenge of Manual Chart Reviews 03:29 - Founding Dyania Health and Early Funding 05:43 - Leveraging AI and NLP in Healthcare 07:27 - Overcoming Investor Challenges 10:22 - Building Strong Investor Relationships 13:10 - Clinical Trials and AI Applications 17:22 - Processing Large Patient Data 19:47 - Team Building During the Pandemic 23:04 - Engaging Healthcare Systems 24:12 - Training AI with Medical Expertise 26:04 - Data Challenges and IP Protection 28:17 - Uniqueness of Dyania Health's Model 30:23 - Staying Ahead in MedTech Innovation 31:59 - Success with Cleveland Clinic 32:27 - Advice for Healthcare Innovators 33:42 - Closing Remarks#AI, #MedTech, #HealthTech, #Startup, #DyaniaHealth, #ArtificialIntelligence, #ClinicalTrials, #NLP, #MedicalTechnology, #HealthcareInnovation, #HealthcareStartups, #Entrepreneurship, #DigitalHealth, #HealthcareAI, #AIinHealthcare, #HealthTechStartup, #MedTechInnovation, #healthcareentrepreneurs

In this insightful episode of Delta, host Dr. Roupen—a practicing Oncologist with a deep passion for healthcare innovation—engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Michael Lesh and Dr. Mandar Karhade, the visionary founders of Quench. Quench is at the forefront of transforming the tedious and time-consuming process of medical record review in the medical-legal field through the power of generative AI.About Quench: Founded by leading physicians and data scientists in clinical AI, Quench is building software that saves healthcare professionals and attorneys from the time-consuming task of organizing and sorting through thousands of pages of disorganized medical records. This allows them to focus on efficient review and expert analysis.SmartChart empowers individuals to find the needle in the haystack while swiftly extracting, summarizing, and creating accurate chronologies from large, disorganized PDFs in minutes, not days. Reach out to Quench at hello@projectquench.ai.Get early access to Quench: https://www.projectquench.ai/Follow Quench on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/projectquench-inc/Watch our Podcast in Youtube: https://youtu.be/34hA20SOCu8Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:40 - Meet the Founders of Quench01:16 - Guest Introductions05:00 - Dr. Michael Lesh’s Background07:00 - Transition from Medicine to Entrepreneurship09:03 - The Birth of Quench12:00 - Challenges in Medical Record Review14:16 - Leveraging AI to Streamline Workflows18:20 - Ensuring Data Accuracy and Reliability22:07 - Balancing Technology with Medical Expertise25:26 - Vertical AI Solutions in Healthcare29:36 - Advice for Aspiring Healthcare Entrepreneurs33:27 - Navigating Healthcare Systems36:45 - The Future Vision for Quench40:00 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways44:26 - Closing RemarksRoupen Odabashian:LinkedIn: / roupen-odabashian-183aaa142X: / roupenmdEmail: roupen@deltahealth.tech#healthcareinnovation#MedicalRecordReview#AIinHealthcare#PhysicianBurnout#QuenchAI#GenerativeAI#MedicalLegal#DrMichaelLesh#Mandar#HealthcareTechnology#ElectronicMedicalRecords#PhysicianEntrepreneurs#StartupAdvice#HealthcareStartups#MedicalAI#HealthcarePodcast#DeltaPodcast#RupenUrologist#MedicalRecordAI#PhysicianWorkflow#MedicalDeviceInnovation#EntrepreneurshipJourney#HealthcareChallenges#AIImplementation#FutureOfHealthcare

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating journey of healthcare payment models and how they're transforming to enhance patient care, reduce costs, and improve the well-being of healthcare providers.What You'll Learn:The Traditional Fee-for-Service Model: Understand how paying for each individual service led to a focus on quantity over quality.The Rise of HMOs in the 1970s: Explore how Health Maintenance Organizations aimed to control costs and emphasize preventive care.Introduction of DRGs in the 1980s: Discover how Diagnosis-Related Groups incentivized hospitals to improve efficiency.Standardizing Physician Payments in the 1990s: Learn about the Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS) and its impact on fair compensation.Pilot Programs of the Early 2000s: See how initial experiments set the stage for significant reforms.Transformations from the Affordable Care Act: Delve into Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) and Bundled Payments that shifted the focus to value-based care.The Leap with MACRA in 2015: Understand how the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act pushed providers toward quality improvements.The APM Framework's Four Categories: Get to know the roadmap guiding the shift from volume to value.The Quadruple Aim of Healthcare: Grasp how improving patient experience, population health, reducing costs, and enhancing provider well-being are interconnected.Marginal Utility in Health Economics: Learn why more services don't always mean better outcomes.Why This Matters:The evolution from Fee-for-Service to Alternative Payment Models reflects a significant shift toward value-based care. This journey impacts everyone—patients, providers, insurers—and aims to achieve the Quadruple Aim of better outcomes, better experiences, lower costs, and improved provider well-being.• 00:00 - Introduction• 00:36 - Fee-for-Service Model Refresher• 01:07 - Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) in the 1970s• 02:43 - Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs) in the 1980s• 04:21 - Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS) in the 1990s• 06:12 - Medicare Modernization Act and Pilot Programs in the 2000s• 07:35 - Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010 and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs)• 09:00 - Bundled Payments• 10:55 - Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) in 2015• 12:10 - ConclusionRoupen Odabashian:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-183aaa142/X: https://twitter.com/RoupenMDEmail: roupen@deltahealth.tech#DeltaHealthTech#HealthcarePaymentModels#ValueBasedCare#FeeForService#HealthcareInnovation#AlternativePaymentModels#QuadrupleAim#PatientCare#HealthcareProviders#HealthEconomics#AccountableCareOrganizations#HealthcareReform#MedicalBilling#HealthcareSystem#PatientExperience#HealthcarePolicy#HealthcareCosts#HealthcareHistory#MACRA

In this episode of Delta Health Tech Innovators, Dr. Roupen dives deep into the critical topic of fee-for-service payment models in healthcare. Understanding these payment systems is crucial for entrepreneurs, startups, and anyone navigating the healthcare space. Dr. Rupen breaks down complex concepts like CPT codes, ICD codes, and the challenges with fee-for-service models that incentivize procedures over patient outcomes.Whether you're a seasoned healthcare entrepreneur or just beginning your journey, this episode offers bite-sized insights to help you innovate and improve healthcare delivery. Tune in to learn how coding systems and reimbursement models impact the industry and how you can navigate these intricacies to drive patient-centered care.Don't forget to subscribe, share with your colleagues, and stay tuned for more episodes on healthcare finance and innovation!00:00 Introduction to Delta and Healthcare Innovation00:38 Breaking Down Healthcare Concepts01:13 Importance of Understanding Payment Models01:41 Overview of Payment Models and Coding Systems02:23 Explanation of Fee-For-Service (FFS) Payment Model03:04 Fee-For-Service Analogy: Mechanic Shop04:12 Incentives and Issues in Fee-For-Service Model04:52 History of Coding Systems in Healthcare05:32 CPT Codes: What Are They?06:07 ICD-10 Codes and Their Role in Healthcare06:54 HCPCS and NDC Codes Explained07:33 How Reimbursement Works in Healthcare08:12 Variables Affecting Reimbursement: Provider, Location, Payer09:23 Challenges with Fee-For-Service Model10:10 Example of Overuse of Services in Fee-For-Service11:26 Incentives for Additional Procedures and Biopsies12:41 Consequences of Fee-For-Service for Healthcare Costs13:19 Transition to Value-Based Care13:57 Importance of Understanding Payment Models for Entrepreneurs#HealthcareInnovation #FeeForService #HealthcareEntrepreneurs #HealthTech

Join us for an insightful conversation with Matthew, the founder of Diabetic U—a groundbreaking MedTech startup transforming diabetes management. Discover how Diabetic U consolidates health data from over 300 devices, including Dexcom G6 and G7, into one user-friendly app offering personalized meal and exercise plans. Matthew shares his personal journey with diabetes, the inspiration behind the app, and how it's set to disrupt the HealthTech industry. Learn about assembling a top-notch clinical advisory board, their go-to-market strategy, and what sets Diabetic U apart from competitors. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of diabetes care!Time Stamps:00:00 - Introduction00:56 - Overview of Diabetic U: An All-in-One Diabetes Management App02:29 - Consolidating Health Data in One Place03:25 - Demonstration of Diabetic U's User Interface04:02 - Navigating the Diabetic U App: Bite-Sized Lessons and Daily Schedule09:49 - Diabetic U for Non-Diabetics and Future Plans10:31 - The Inspiration Behind Diabetic U: Matthew's Personal Journey14:07 - Surprising Foods Affecting Blood Sugar16:18 - From Idea to Action: Building Diabetic U17:59 - Assembling the Team: Finding Technical Partners21:59 - Building a Clinical Advisory Board25:28 - Validating the Market: Early User Feedback27:45 - Go-To-Market Strategy for Diabetic U30:33 - What Makes Diabetic U Different from Competitors33:58 - Enhancing Provider Insights: Data Integration35:37 - Challenges in Diabetes Management Platforms38:18 - Personalizing Care and Lifestyle Changes40:36 - Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts

In this episode, we talk about whole-body MRI and cancer screening. Whole Body MRI is an imaging technique that offers comprehensive body scans without the risks of radiation exposure. Join us as we explore:- What is Whole Body MRI, and how does it work?- How Whole Body MRI compares to traditional imaging tools like CT scans and X-rays.- The potential of Whole Body MRI in early cancer detection and cancer prevention.- Can Whole Body MRI detect more than just cancer? Discover its role in diagnosing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and heart disease.- Why major institutions, including MD Anderson and NCCN, don't currently recommend Whole Body MRI for routine cancer screening.- The pros and cons of Whole Body MRI: Early detection vs. overdiagnosis and healthcare costs.- How AI technology could transform Whole Body MRI screening.The future of cancer prevention and the need for more studies on Whole Body MRI effectiveness.- Is Whole Body MRI worth it for cancer screening? Should it become more widely available? Watch the full episode to learn more!If you’ve had a Whole Body MRI, let us know your experience in the comments. Share your thoughts on whether this imaging technology should be part of routine cancer screenings.Read our LinkedIn article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/whole-body-mri-comprehensive-approach-cancer-growing-roupen-4on1e/Time stamps:00:00 - Introduction and Disclaimer01:15 - What is Whole Body MRI?02:32 - How much do we spend on cancer prevention VS cancer treatment?05:05 - What are the cancer screening tools?07:26 - What do professional societies say about using whole-body MRI in cancer screening?10:08 - The pros and the cons & the barriers of using whole body MRI15:45 - My opinion about whole body MRI#WholeBodyMRI #CancerScreening #CancerPrevention #MedicalImaging #MRI #HealthTechnology #Oncology #EarlyDetection #AIInHealthcare #PreventiveMedicine #WholeBodyScan #Radiology #AIInMedicine

In this episode of the Delta podcast, we sit down with Dr. Kelly, CEO of Heidi Health, to explore the transformative power of AI scribes in healthcare. Discover how Heidi Health's AI scribe technology is reshaping the way physicians manage documentation, allowing them to focus more on patient care. Dr. Kelly shares insights into the customization features of Heidi Health, the future of AI scribes, and the journey from idea to execution in creating an AI-driven healthcare tool. Tune in to learn how AI scribes are revolutionizing the healthcare industry and what the future holds for this innovative technology.00:00 - Introduction01:05 - Welcoming Dr. Kelly and Overview of Heidi Health01:31 - What is Heidi Health and Its Role in Healthcare02:57 - Customization in Healthcare and the Importance of Personalized Notes06:29 - Comparing Heidi Health to a Junior Resident in the Clinic07:55 - The Future of AI Scribes in Healthcare08:54 - Upcoming Features and Enhancements for Heidi Health13:29 - Multiplayer Feature: Collaborative Note-taking in Healthcare Teams16:38 - Integration and Usability: Desktop App and Chrome Extension18:57 - Balancing Free and Paid Features for Clinicians21:23 - Selling to Organizations vs. Individual Clinicians21:45 - Dr. Kelly's Background and the Origin of Heidi Health28:20 - Building Teams as a Physician Entrepreneur30:46 - The Importance of Intellectual Curiosity in Innovation32:09 - Networking and Finding the Right Co-founders38:06 - The Challenges of Starting a Company in Healthcare39:06 - Final Advice for Physicians and Entrepreneurs43:56 - Closing Remarks and ReflectionsRoupen Odabashian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-md-frcpc-abim-183aaa142/Heidi Health Website https://www.heidihealth.com/LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heidihealth/Dr. Thomas Kelly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkeykong/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @Delta: HealthTech Innovators #AIScribe, #Healthcare, #HealthTech, #HeidiHealth, #Documentation, #MedicalInnovation, #ArtificialIntelligence, #PhysicianTools, #HealthcareAI, #MedicalScribe, #HealthCareTechnology, #AIInMedicine, #MedicalNotes, #DigitalHealth, #HealthTechInnovation

Welcome to another episode of Delta, where we delve into the cutting-edge innovations in healthcare and health tech. In this episode, we sit down with Chris Green, the Chief Business Officer of Endiatx, to discuss their groundbreaking work in addressing gastric cancer through PillBot.Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Endiatx over the past nine months, including their achievements in human trials in New Zealand and their strategic relationships with clinical advisors like Dr. Kumabri from the Mayo Clinic. Discover the future vision of Endiatx and how their innovative PillBot technology aims to revolutionize cancer screening and improve patient outcomes globally.Chris also shares valuable fundraising advice for medical device startups, the importance of building rapport during pitches, and insights into the challenges and successes of social media marketing, including a shoutout to Adam Savage for his recent coverage of the PillBot.Don't miss this insightful conversation that highlights the intersection of technology, healthcare, and the relentless pursuit of better cancer screening solutions.00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Welcoming Chris Green and Background of Endiatix02:28 - Achievements and Developments in the Last Nine Months05:19 - Human Trials and Choosing New Zealand09:24 - Importance of Clinical Advisors and Relationship with Dr. Kumbari12:10 - Future Vision and Business Model of Endiatix14:23 - Personal Reflection on Cancer Screening16:55 - Fundraising Advice for Medical Device Startups19:09 - Building Rapport in Pitches20:26 - Excitement About Endiatix's Development and Team Building25:46 - Learning Programming and Continuous Self-Improvement27:15 - Social Media Marketing and Success with Adam SavageRoupen Odabashian: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-183aaa142/ X: https://twitter.com/RoupenMD Email: roupen@deltahealth.techChristopher Green: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-duncan-green/Endiatx website: https://endiatx.com/#Endiatx #Healthcare #HealthTech #GastricCancer #CancerScreening #Technology #MedicalInnovation #PillBot #HumanTrials #ClinicalAdvisors #Fundraising #Startups #AdamSavage #TEDTalks #MayoClinic #FutureOfMedicine #MedicalDevice #InnovationInHealthcare

Welcome back to the DeltaHealth Tech Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Aaron DeGagne, a senior financial analyst from PitchBook, to discuss the latest trends and innovations in HealthTech and MedTech for Q1 2024.Aaron shares key insights on notable VC deals, mergers and acquisitions, and emerging technologies in the healthcare sector. We delve into the impact of AI on medical diagnostics, the growing interest in whole-body scans, and the advancements in cardiac arrest prevention.Aaron also highlights the exciting developments from companies like Health.io and Page.ai Diagnostics.Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the HealthTech and MedTech landscape and what to expect in the coming months.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction01:01 - Welcome Aaron DeGagne from PitchBook01:18 - Key Events in HealthTech and MedTech Q1 202403:32 - AI in HealthTech and MedTech05:44 - Trends in Oncology and Cardiovascular Innovations06:50 - Comparison of Q1 2024 with Previous Years08:42 - Emerging Trends in Whole Body Scans11:13 - Roupen's Thoughts on Whole Body MRI16:28 - Innovations in Cardiac Arrest Prevention18:25 - Future of Cardiac Arrest Technologies20:36 - Spotlight on Health.io24:45 - Spotlight on PGI Diagnostics29:32 - Challenges in Digital Pathology29:50 - Closing RemarksRoupen Odabashian:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roupen-odabashian-md-frcpc-abim-183aaa142/X: https://x.com/RoupenMDEmail: roupen@deltahealth.techArron DeGagne:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-degagne-cfa-6a3bb838/Pitchbook:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pitch-book-a102b9183/PitchBook Website: https://pitchbook.com/data#HealthTech #MedTech #VC #Innovation #HaloHealth #Healthcare #AI #Diagnostics #Oncology #Cardiology #Startups #Q12024 #DigitalHealth #PrecisionMedicine #CardiacArrest #WholeBodyScan #PitchBook