Dr. Shikha Anand: Upscaling Health in Context

Author: The Krinsky Company
Published: Thu 03 Feb 2022
Episode Link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd93e078

The Game-Changing Women of Healthcare

Episode 5 - Dr. Shikha Anand: Upscaling Health in Context

Today, on Episode 5 of the podcast, Meg speaks with Dr. Shikha Anand, Chief Medical Officer, Withings.

Meg and Shikha discuss Shikha’s enduring drive to build a better healthcare system that fits patients’ lives; how she surprised herself after a fruitful and fulfilling career in non-profit health; what she learned about making an impact; the opportunities for healthcare in the home; the importance of peer mentorship; and her framework for what she looks for in new hires.

About Shikha Anand, MD, MPH:

Shikha Anand, MD, MPH, is currently Chief Medical Officer, Withings. In this role, Shikha leads Withing’s clinical strategy, overseeing research and regulatory processes and developing solutions for medical professionals.

Dr. Anand has over 15 years of experience developing innovations and systems that improve health. Her leadership experience includes public health, research, consumer health technology, and clinical informatics. Before joining Withings, Anand served as the Chief Medical Officer at Well, a personalized guide and consumer health platform powered by a proprietary, AI-driven “health engine” to help members reach their health goals. She also led health innovation initiatives at Federally Qualified Health Centers, Aetna/ CVS, with state and federal agencies, and Walmart’s Care Clinics.

Shikha completed a general pediatrics fellowship and a Master's in Public Health at Boston University School of Medicine.

Further Reading:

Withings

Retinitis Pigmentosa

Whittier Street Health Center

Walmart Clinics

Aetna CVS

NICHQ

Wholesome Wave Veggie Rx Program

Episode Credits:

The Game-Changing Women of Healthcare is a production of The Krinsky Company.

Hosted by Meg Escobosa.