The doctor will now see you
Medical Assistant: “I’ll let the doctor know you are here. Should be about 10-15 minutes….” Me: Looking around the room wanting to go touch all the medical equipment, but don’t because the doctor will somehow know that something is out of place 👀 We’ve all been to a doctors office, and as a matter of…
W9: Diversity in Health Care
I am not a diversity and inclusion expert, nor do I pretend to be one, but I have been trying to be more aware of these efforts in my professional and personal life. Over the last few weeks I’ve found interesting material about how industries gather information to begin making meaningful changes regarding diversity and…
W8: The Complexities of Health Data
Data is everywhere. Each day all of us add to our cyber identity from our phones, computers, and wearable devices. Aside from heart rate, wellness, and exercise information, what can we hope to see in personalized medicine in the future? This week I focus on content that illustrates the complexities of gathering, analyzing, and applying…
W7: Build, Don’t Break
Whether you work for a large established company or a brand new startup, all organizations are re-evaluating their strategic plans for future growth and expansion. Capital is being funneled into startups like never before and large companies are positioning themselves for future acquisitions and consolidation. This week I focus on content that highlights the perspectives…
W6: Innovation in Plain Sight
Whether we admit it or not, the health care industry significantly struggles with groupthink. If an industry leaders makes an innovative change, that masses will inevitability follow and claim as their own enhancement. So, do you think that in 2021 there are still unique ideas being created, or are they merely enhancements to processes, products,…
W5: The Future of Staffing Models
The topic of staffing shortages, increased resignations, and burnout are overwhelmingly common. With many in the health profession that have seemingly worked for 18 months straight, it’s no wonder why we are starting to an increase in workplace fatigue. This week I focus on content related to the ever challenging topic of work, life, and…
W4: The Cost of Health Care
What if I told you that it was easier to get a price estimate for sending something to space in a rocket, than it is getting an estimate for a health care procedure? Based on this cost estimator from SpaceX, it turns out that it is easier getting a estimate for space exploration. Let that sink in for a…
W3: Accelerated
Let’s talk accelerators, incubators, innovation hubs, and everything in between. Over the last several years I’ve been fortunate to research, establish, and work within health care accelerators. This week I chose to focus on how different industries and companies establish accelerators to advance innovative projects. I focus on content from the Goldman Sachs Accelerate program,…
W2: The Current State of Bio
Let’s keep it rolling. I came across a lot of really great content this week that relates to the current state of health care innovation. I focus on topics from clinical research, remote patient monitoring, women in the startup community, and a Stanford lecture series. As a reminder, I’ll use this weekly format to share…
Liftoff of Inspiration4X! But about health care…
Time to launch something new. But rather than talking about SpaceX, I’ll spend time discussing health care innovation, startups, and venture capital. Like many of you, I try and carve a few minutes out of my day to read articles, listen to podcasts, and see what is going on in the world. If you work…
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Kyle Asay 