Category Archives: Innovation

Gates Ventures’ Aishu Sukumar Is Fostering Collaboration on StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board

June 7, 2024Business, Health, InnovationAishu Sukumar, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Brain health, Gates Ventures, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Innovation, Logan PlasterNicole Kinsey

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Breaking Down Silos for Alzheimer’s Innovation: A Conversation with Aishu Sukumar of Gates Ventures

This episode of StartUp Health NOW welcomes Aishu Sukumar of Gates Ventures in another in our series of conversations with our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board.

A champion for collaboration: Explore Sukumar’s vision for leveraging data and fostering collaboration among Alzheimer’s innovators.
From research scientist to moonshot leader: Discover Sukumar’s unique career path that bridges science, business, and healthcare, taking her from Harvard Medical School and Berkeley to working at startups and then to Gates Ventures.
The power of a Health Moonshot Community: Learn how this initiative is uniting innovators to accelerate progress against Alzheimer’s.

This episode is for you if:

You’re passionate about finding a cure for Alzheimer’s.
You believe in the power of collaboration in tackling complex challenges.
You’re curious about the journeys of inspiring healthcare leaders.

Want even more about Alzheimer’s disease innovation?

Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot
Meet the first companies to join the Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community
Meet Phyllis Ferrell, Chief Impact Officer for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot

Join us as we explore how Aishu Sukumar’s diverse background is shaping the future of Alzheimer’s research as a member of our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board.

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Why Dr. Craig Ritchie Brings Optimism to StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board

May 30, 2024Health, Innovation, Startups, UncategorizedAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Craig Ritchie, health innovation, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Scottish Brain SciencesNicole Kinsey

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This episode of StartUp Health NOW challenges your perception of Alzheimer’s in another in our series of conversations with our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board. This week’s guest is Craig Ritchie, MD, PhD, CEO & Founder of Scottish Brain Sciences and a Professor at University of St. Andrews.

A new view of Alzheimer’s: Discover the distinction between what Dr. Ritchie calls Alzheimer’s disease vs Alzheimer’s dementia.
The invisible threat: Learn how Alzheimer’s can exist without noticeable symptoms, impacting younger individuals.
Shifting the research focus: Explore the importance of studying pre-symptomatic Alzheimer’s for effective treatment.
Unleashing innovation: Gain insights into Dr. Ritchie’s optimism for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community.

This episode is for you if:

You’re interested in the latest Alzheimer’s research.
You want to understand the different stages of Alzheimer’s.
You’re curious about the power of collaboration in tackling Alzheimer’s.

Want even more about Alzheimer’s disease innovation?

Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot
Meet the first companies to join the Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community.
Meet Phyllis Ferrell, Chief Impact Officer for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot

Join us as we redefine Alzheimer’s and ignite hope for a future free from dementia!

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Gates Ventures’ Kristina Malzbender Joins Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board

May 23, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Brain health, Gates Ventures, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Innovation, Kristina Malzbender, Logan PlasterNicole Kinsey

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Hope on the Horizon: A New Era of Alzheimer’s Innovation

This episode of StartUp Health NOW dives deep into the fight against Alzheimer’s disease in the second in our series of conversations with our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board. Join us as we chat with Kristina Malzbender, the Associate Director, Health & Life Sciences, at Gates Ventures. Hear from this key leader about the concrete realities behind the optimism in Alzheimer’s innovation.

A century of relentless pursuit: Learn how the tide is turning after decades of dedicated research.
Early detection, slowed progression, and even potential cures: Explore exciting advancements in Alzheimer’s treatment.
Gates Ventures and the Diagnostic Accelerator (DxA): Find out how Gates Ventures and the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) are supporting companies and academic researchers developing novel biomarkers and diagnostics for Alzheimer’s.
Introducing StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot: Discover a powerful collaboration aimed at accelerating progress

This episode is for you if:

You’re passionate about Alzheimer’s disease.
You’re curious about the latest advancements in dementia research.
You want to learn how you can contribute to the fight against Alzheimer’s.

Want even more about Alzheimer’s disease innovation?

Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot
Meet the first companies to join the Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community.
Meet Phyllis Ferrell, Chief Impact Officer for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot

Join us as we ignite hope for the future of Alzheimer’s innovation!

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This Startup Uses Global Workforce Arbitrage to Make Mental Healthcare Accessible

May 17, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAccess to Care Moonshot, Emilio Goldenhersch, Health Transformer, Logan Plaster, mental health, Mental Health and Happiness, mental wellness, MindCo, Moonshots, telemedicineNicole Kinsey

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This episode explores how MindCo Health, a company in the StartUp Health community, is leveraging “psychologist arbitrage” to make mental healthcare more accessible. Join us as we chat with Health Transformer Emilio Goldenhersch, CEO & Co-founder of MindCo Health to find out more about how his company is making mental healthcare more affordable with global talent.

You’ll learn about:

How MindCo connects patients with highly-trained therapists from Latin America.
The role of AI in making therapy affordable and efficient.
Why “global workforce arbitrage” could be the key to unlocking telemedicine’s potential.
How MindCo is breaking down barriers to early intervention mental healthcare.

This episode is for you if:

You’re interested in the future of telemedicine.
You’re looking for affordable mental health resources.
You’re curious about innovative solutions in healthcare access.

Tune in to learn how MindCo’s fresh approach can breathe new life into telemedicine!

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Taking a Breath of Fresh Air: Innovation in Respiratory Health

May 10, 2024Business, Fitness, Health, Innovation, StartupsAccess to care, Access to Care Moonshot, Aidar Health, COPD, Health Moonshots, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Lung Health, Moonshots, MouthLab, Respiratory Health, Sathya ElumalaiNicole Kinsey

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This episode of StartUp Health NOW shines a light on respiratory health with guest Sathya Elumalai, CEO & Co-founder of Aidar Health – a long-time member of the StartUp Health community.

The power of breath: Explore how Elumalai’s company, Aidar Health, is revolutionizing respiratory health with their innovative MouthLab device.
More than just a breathalyzer: Discover how MouthLab measures over 10 vital signs, opening doors for future biometric applications.
Combating COPD: Learn how Aidar Health’s technology tackles chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a debilitating lung condition.

This episode is for you if:

You’re interested in healthcare innovation.
You’re curious about the future of respiratory health.
You want to learn about the power of breath in health monitoring.

Get ready to be inspired by the future of lung health!

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Inside the Health Moonshot Impact Board: A Conversation with Microsoft & the ADA on Global Health Innovation

May 1, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsADA, American Diabetes Association, Chuck Henderson, health innovation, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Healthcare at Microsoft, Impact Board, Innovation, kimmi grewal, lake nona impact forum, Microsoft, StartUp HealthNicole Kinsey

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This StartUp Health NOW episode features two key members of StartUp Health’s Health Moonshot Impact Board: Kimmi Grewal and Chuck Henderson.

Kimmi Grewal, Microsoft:

Learn how Microsoft helps startups scale globally, tackle security challenges, and leverage AI.
Discover how Kimmi’s experience informs StartUp Health’s approach to supporting early-stage healthcare ventures.

Chuck Henderson, American Diabetes Association:

Explore how Chuck’s leadership is shaping StartUp Health’s vision for tackling metabolic disorders.
Gain insights into the power of collaboration between established organizations and healthcare startups.

This episode is for you if:

You’re interested in healthcare innovation.
You’re curious about the role of collaboration in tackling health challenges.
You want to learn from inspiring leaders in the healthcare space.

Get ready to be inspired by the future of healthcare!

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Crowdfunding for Health Startups: A Masterclass From a Founder Who Raised Millions

April 26, 2024Business, Health, Innovationbusiness, Crowdfunding, Funding, Health Startup, Health Transformer, Jim Iversen, Logan Plaster, Sen Jam, StartupNicole Kinsey

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Think crowdfunding isn’t for healthcare? Think again.

Join us for a Masterclass with Jim Iversen, CEO & Co-founder of Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical. A long-time member of our StartUp Health community, Iversen reveals how he raised over $3 million through platforms like Red Crow and WeFunder.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Crowdfunding platforms best suited for health startups
Strategies for launching a successful campaign
Creative investor incentives, including fractional patent royalties
Building a communication strategy to retain investors

This episode is perfect for you if:

You’re a health entrepreneur seeking funding
You’re curious about alternative funding methods
You’re interested in learning from a successful crowdfunder

Get ready to unlock the power of crowdfunding for your health startup!

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AI in Healthcare: Separating Hype from Reality on the Front Lines

April 19, 2024Health, Innovation, StartupsAccess to care, Access to Care Moonshot, AI, artificial intelligence, Cure Disease, diabetes, Health, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshots, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, Healthcare, Innovation, Metabolic, Metabolic Health, Moonshots, T1D, T1D MoonshotNicole Kinsey

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Tired of overblown claims about AI in healthcare?
This episode dives into the real, impactful ways AI is transforming patient care.

Join us as we chat with founders in the StartUp Health community who are using AI to improve healthcare for patients and providers:

Jerrod Ullah, HealthTalk A.I.: Hear how his experience as an ICU nurse fueled an AI platform that boosts engagement for both patients and providers.
Kavi Misri, Hibiscus Health: Discover how their end-to-end solution empowers people with metabolic conditions to take control of their health.

This episode is for you if:

You’re curious about the practical applications of AI in healthcare.
You want to hear inspiring stories from healthcare entrepreneurs.
You’re eager to learn how AI can improve patient outcomes.

Get ready for a refreshing take on AI in healthcare!

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Remote Work, Compensation, and Age Dynamics: Unpacking Digital Health Workforce Trends

April 10, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAequitas Partners, compensation, Digital Health, executive search firm, health innovation, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Polina Hanin, remote work, workNicole Kinsey

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In this week’s StartUp Health NOW episode, we’re talking about work. Specifically the digital health workforce, and we’re talking with the one and only Polina Hanin, Senior Principal & Head of Development at Aequitas Partners.

Here at StartUp Health, we had the pleasure of working with Polina for several years, and it’s unlikely anyone has a better grasp on the digital health ecosystem. She’s worked with hundreds of founders and executives across healthcare. When she moved over to Aequitas, an executive recruiting firm in the digital health space, we knew she was going to continue to help a lot of people.

One thing she did, and the reason behind this interview, is launch the industry’s first – and certainly most comprehensive – workforce survey. If you work in digital health, you’ve probably seen information about it in your inbox.

In our conversation, which took place at ViVE in Los Angeles, we get into exactly what Polina has learned after four years of conducting this workforce survey. Particularly of interest were the trends around remote work compensation, attitudes towards hiring remote workers, and how work priorities shift as we age.

Lets get right into it.

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How Two Founders Raised Millions During a Challenging Funding Market

April 4, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, Startups9amHealth, Anton Kittleberger, Funding, Health, Health Tech, Healthcare, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Matt Swanson, Reciprocity HealthNicole Kinsey

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As a healthcare startup, you can have the best idea in the world, but if you don’t have the capital to hire the right people, build your product, and survive a long sales cycle, you’re unlikely to have a huge impact. To put it simply, raising funds has been challenging for health startups over the last couple years.

In this StartUp Health NOW episode, we dive into the realm of funding challenges – and despite the hurdles, we bring you tales of hope and inspiration from two founders who successfully raised significant early capital.

First up is Matt Swanson, CEO & Co-founder of Reciprocity Health. Reciprocity Health – which joined the StartUp Health community in 2023 shortly after their launch – offers personalized digital programs with financial incentives for completing health actions, aiming to improve patient engagement. Despite being in business for just one year, Swanson and his team secured more than $5 million in funding to expand their innovative financial incentive program. Swanson shares the critical elements that paved the way for their successful first raise.

Next, we sit down with Anton Kittelberger, Co-CEO & Co-founder of 9amHealth. 9amHealth – which joined StartUp Health in 2022 – offers comprehensive care for chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity through a virtual clinic. Kittelberger and his team recently closed a substantial $9.5 million Series A extension, leveraging a unique leadership structure and capitalizing on emerging trends in the healthcare market. Discover how they navigated the challenges and capitalized on opportunities to propel their virtual clinic for cardiometabolic conditions to new heights.

Join us as we uncover the strategies, insights, and stories behind these funding successes. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode offers invaluable lessons and inspiration for anyone navigating the healthcare startup landscape. Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

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