Health:Further
Every week, healthcare VCs and Jumpstart Health Investors co-founders Vic Gatto and Marcus Whitney review and unpack the happenings in US Healthcare, finance, technology and policy. With a firm belief that our healthcare system is doomed without entrepreneurship, they work through the mud to find the jewels, highlight headwinds and tailwinds, and bring on the smartest guests to fill in the gaps.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 65 minutes
- Episodes
- 159
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
39 - Wall Street Record Highs | Humana to Reprice MA Plans | AI at Davos and Deep Fake Biden Calls | Steward Health in Trouble (again)
Episode 39 covers the recent surge in Wall Street's performance and its potential consequences, Humana's decision to reprice its Medicare Advantage plans, the use of AI at Davos and the emergence of …
01:02:05 |
Fri 26 Jan 2024
38 - Healthcare Policy & Regulation with Emily Evans
In this deep dive into Healthcare Policy & Regulation with Emily Evans, we discuss the Supreme Court's upcoming review of the Chevron deference and its likely effects on healthcare regulatory agencie…
00:33:44 |
Tue 23 Jan 2024
37 - Mixed Economic Signals | Alarming Cancer Rates | Apple & Epic Flex Market Power | General Catalyst’s Big Swing | Humana’s Medical Cost
Alarming rise in cancer rates and its implications for public health? Ongoing power struggle between tech giants Apple and Epic Games, as they flex their market influence? General Catalyst's ambitiou…
01:00:42 |
Fri 19 Jan 2024
36 - Jefferson Strengthens Payor Unit | Carta Oversteps Authority | Mayo Clinic’s AI Initiative | Pushback Against Federal Agencies
In this episode, we discuss Jefferson's efforts to bolster its payor unit, exploring the potential impacts on healthcare services and patient costs. We also examine the controversy surrounding Carta'…
00:56:45 |
Fri 12 Jan 2024
35 - GenAI's Legal Challenge | Investors Questioning VC Valuations | Lilly Going Direct to Consumers | Elevance Adds Large Infusion Service
Welcome to the first episode of 2024! In this episode, we are addressing the following topics and more:
- GenAI's Legal Challenge
- Investors Questioning VC Valuations
- Lilly Going Direct to Consumers
- Elevan…
00:58:39 |
Sat 06 Jan 2024
34 - Predictions for Healthcare in 2024 | Apple Watch’s Pulse Oximeter IP Challenges | Gratitude for Listeners & Growth Plans for Next Year
In this special year-end episode, we discuss upcoming healthcare trends for 2024, including predictions and potential challenges for Apple Watch's pulse oximeter IP. As our last episode of 2023, we a…
01:11:13 |
Fri 29 Dec 2023
33 - Medicare Advantage Deep-Dive with Emily Evans from Hedgeye
In this episode, join us for a comprehensive exploration of Medicare Advantage as we delve into its intricacies with special guest Emily Evans from Hedgeye. Gain valuable insights into the complexiti…
00:39:56 |
Fri 22 Dec 2023
32 - US Fed Looks for an Economic Soft-Landing | VC Bullwhip Effect | Kroger Health’s Strategic Shift | Google & HCA’s AI Collaboration
In Episode 32 of the Health:Further Podcast, we cover the following key topics:
- US Federal Reserve's pursuit of an economic soft-landing and its potential impact on healthcare and the broader market.
- U…
01:00:39 |
Sat 16 Dec 2023
31 - CVS Pivots to Transparent Pricing | Pharma Leveraging Data Science | Google Unveils New AI tool | Small VC Funds Perform Best
In this episode, we discuss CVS's move toward transparent pricing, the pharmaceutical industry's embrace of data science, Google's latest AI tool, the success of small VC funds, and an outlook on hea…
00:45:55 |
Sat 09 Dec 2023
30 - Cigna & Humana Merger while UHG Shows Reach & Scale | CMS Decreases Physician Payments, but adds New Programs | Global & Economic Power
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and the latest developments shaping the healthcare landscape:
- Cigna and Humana Merger: We explore the potential implications of this significant merger…
01:06:09 |
Sat 02 Dec 2023
29 - Exclusive Interview w/ AI Healthcare Pioneer - Dr. Tarun Kapoor of Virtua Health | BTS Analysis of the OpenAI Value Destruction
In this Episode, Vic and Marcus have a conversation with Dr. Tarun Kapoor, who serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Transformation Officer at Virtua Health. Dr. Kapoor is responsible…
01:21:33 |
Thu 23 Nov 2023
28 - Inflation Slowing | Biden on Women’s Health Research | Amazon Advances One Medical | Healthcare AI
This episode covers a range of significant developments in the healthcare sector. Marcus and Vic discuss the impact of slowing inflation on healthcare costs, President Biden's research focus on women…
00:58:19 |
Fri 17 Nov 2023
27 - First Health System Adopts AI for Patient Care | Digital Clones Arrive | Explosion AI Stories | Healthcare News Roundup
In Episode 27 of the Health:Further podcast, Vic and Marcus discuss the first health system to adopt AI for patient care, the arrival of digital clones, and exciting AI stories. They also cover a hea…
01:13:17 |
Fri 10 Nov 2023
26 - Debate on the Role Govt. Should Play in AI Regulation | Venture Markets | Pharmacists Walk-out
In this episode, Marcus and Vic engage in a healthy debate surrounding the crucial question of the government's role in regulating AI as they dive into the complexities of balancing innovation and et…
01:09:06 |
Sat 04 Nov 2023
25 - Macro Forces Drive Insolvency & Defragmentation | GDP Growth | Seed-Stage Reset | Meta Lawsuit
In the 25 episodes of Health:Further, three major themes have emerged. Firstly, macroeconomic forces are exerting significant pressure on the healthcare industry, with inflation negatively affecting …
01:16:25 |
Fri 27 Oct 2023
24 - Opioid Treatment on the Streets of Philadelphia | 3 Key Announcements from HLTH | Kaiser’s Resolution with Labor
Welcome to Episode 24 of Health:Further, where we dive into pressing healthcare issues and industry news. In this episode, we explore the challenges and innovations surrounding opioid treatment on th…
00:43:15 |
Fri 20 Oct 2023
23 - A Poignant Insider’s View of Healthcare’s Importance to Patients and Their Families
In this episode, Marcus and Vic discussed several significant events currently taking place. One notable development is the closure of many Carta startups, indicating a challenging period for the ind…
00:55:35 |
Sat 07 Oct 2023
22 - Chronicling Healthcare’s End Times: Rite Aid, HealthComp, Pharma, FTC & Government Shutdown
In Episode 22 of Health:Further, we'll be covering a range of topics, including:
Rite Aid plans to shutter stores in bankruptcy, and private equity-owned healthcare companies are merging in a $3 billi…
Rite Aid plans to shutter stores in bankruptcy, and private equity-owned healthcare companies are merging in a $3 billi…
01:07:17 |
Fri 29 Sep 2023
21 - Let’s Get the Easy Decisions Right: Reauthorize AIDS Treatment | Stay out of Small Healthcare Acquisitions | Fund the Government
In Episode 21 of Health:Further, we'll be covering a range of topics, including:
- "Republicans and the Lifesaving Government Initiative": Twenty years ago, the Republican Party initiated a groundbreaki…
01:04:05 |
Sat 23 Sep 2023
20 - Making Healthcare Better Means Fixing Our Trust Problem
In episode 20 of Health:Further, we'll be covering some interesting topics, including:
- Walgreens teaming up with Pearl Health, a primary care enablement tech company, to expand its efforts in value-ba…
01:01:24 |
Fri 15 Sep 2023
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