A New Path to Mental Wellness for Youth with Dr. Laura Tully, Vice President of Clinical Integrations & Partnerships at Kooth Digital Health

Healthcare's slow pace of change is often hindered by inertia and the reluctance to be the first to adopt new solutions. In this episode, Justin Dearborn, CEO of Praia Health,  discusses the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of overcoming inertia and capitalizing on advancements like AI. He explains how Praia Health aims to enhance patient engagement by offering a unified platform for digital interactions with healthcare providers and seeks to shift the focus from patient identity to customer identity, promoting holistic healthcare and preventive measures. Moreover, Justin addresses concerns about Praia Health's relationship with electronic medical records, highlighting their integration with systems like Epic's MyChart to enhance patient experiences. He also expresses optimism about the future of healthcare, driven by advancements in AI and digital solutions, while encouraging listeners to stay informed about the evolving landscape of healthcare technology.  Tune in and learn how Praia Health is revolutionizing patient engagement and promoting inclusive healthcare practices! Resources: Connect with and follow Justin on LinkedIn. Learn more about Praia Health on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Providence on their LinkedIn and website.

Passion for the industry can drive long-term success and satisfaction, even when challenges arise. In this episode, Marnina Diprose, a dermal clinician turned tech founder of Digital Health Co and DermHealth.co, shares how her entrepreneurial journey led her to create a niche marketing agency for skin and wellness businesses. She discusses the benefits of focusing on a specific industry, which allows her team to streamline operations and deliver tailored solutions. Marnina emphasizes the importance of making it easy for clients to book services online and that clear calls to action are crucial for converting website visitors into customers. She also reflects on the challenges of remote teamwork and the importance of weekly meetings to maintain alignment and culture.  Tune in and learn practical tips for creating an effective online presence in the healthcare industry! Resources:  Connect and follow Marnina Diprose on LinkedIn. Discover more about DermHealth.Co on their LinkedIn. Listen to the DermHealth.Co Podcast here, visit their website, and their Instagram. Learn more about Digital Health Co on their Instagram and website.

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Integrated health practices are key to facilitating a more holistic approach to patient well-being. In this episode, Stephen Thorne talks about the critical integration of dental and medical care and how maintaining oral health contributes to overall systemic well-being. He discusses implementing the integrated model in dental practices, highlighting the significance of advanced technology, the need for education, and the importance of restructuring reimbursement and coding systems for comprehensive care. Tune in to learn more about the potential positive impact of proactive dental care on overall healthcare costs! Resources: Connect with and follow Stephen Thorne on LinkedIn. Follow Pacific Dental Services on LinkedIn. Visit the Pacific Dental Services Website! Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.

The integration of data-driven innovation with human expertise is essential for advancing healthcare. In this episode, join Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan as he discusses the convergence of medicine, technology, and business. With a rich background in clinical practice and data analytics, Dr. Henderson-MacLennan provides unique insights into the evolving healthcare landscape. This episode covers innovative approaches and the impact of predictive modeling on medical advancements. Tune in and discover how cutting-edge data analytics and innovative technologies are reshaping healthcare and biotech! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan on LinkedIn. Visit the inThought Research website!

Digital platforms can provide crucial mental health support to young people, offering resources that are both easily accessible and scalable. In this episode, Dr. Laura Tully, Vice President of Clinical Integrations & Partnerships at Kooth Digital Health, explains how the company’s platform, Soluna, offers free, scalable mental health support to California youth through self-guided resources, peer community forums, and behavioral health coaching. They explore their passion for mental health, driven by personal experiences and a commitment to understanding the brain's role in mental health challenges while discussing their transition from academia to industry and the exciting work at Kooth. Dr. Tully emphasizes Soluna's youth-led design, quality control, and goal-based coaching model that supports young people in their mental health journey. They also underscore how behavioral health coaching on Soluna is goal-based, helping young people achieve progress in a single session, focusing on lived experience. Tune in and learn how innovative digital solutions are transforming mental health support for young people! Resources:  Watch the entire episode here.  Connect and follow Dr. Laura Tully on LinkedIn. Learn more about Kooth on their LinkedIn and website.

The success of AI in healthcare depends on active collaboration between clinicians and technology. In this episode, Dr. Ed Glynn, the Chief Clinical Officer at RhythmX AI, discusses the pressing issues facing primary care today, such as cognitive overload and access to care. He highlights how his company’s precision care platform is helping clinicians by providing hyper-personalized care through AI, offering real-time patient summaries and evidence-based recommendations. Dr. Glynn stresses the importance of collaboration between clinicians and AI to improve healthcare outcomes and pave the way for a future where technology enhances, rather than replaces, the human touch in medicine. He also shares his vision of a future where AI empowers clinicians to make better decisions, leading to improved patient outcomes. Tune in and learn how AI is transforming primary care, addressing critical healthcare challenges, and improving patient outcomes! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Ed Glynn on LinkedIn. Learn more about RhythmX AI on their LinkedIn and website.

Robots in healthcare are coming, and are designed as assistants, not replacements, to skilled clinicians. In this episode, Ken Washington, the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Medtronic, is interviewed by Saul Marquez during the ViVE conference in Los Angeles on the importance of robotics in surgery, emphasizing its potential to enhance precision, consistency, and ergonomics for surgeons while ultimately improving patient outcomes. He shares his career journey from working in robotics and underscores Medtronic's commitment to advancing healthcare through robotics and AI technologies, assisting skilled clinicians to provide better care and experiences for patients and providers alike. Ken explains how AI is revolutionizing surgery by providing personalized pre-procedure planning, guiding surgeons during operations, and facilitating post-procedure analysis for continuous improvement. Finally, he also encourages listeners to envision the future of healthcare and recognize the companies leading the way. Tune in and learn how robotics and AI are shaping the future of surgery and healthcare, and consider the possibilities for personalized care and better outcomes! Resources: Connect with and follow Ken on LinkedIn. Learn more about Medtronic on their LinkedIn and website.

Psychedelics offer a new frontier in psychiatry, providing profound shifts in perspective that can enhance therapeutic outcomes. In this episode, Dr. Sam Zand, founder of Anywhere Clinic, a holistic psychiatrist and professor of psychedelic medicine, shares insights into his immersive wellness retreat in Puerto Rico, where patients experience a combination of nature therapy, meditation, and ketamine therapy to reset their mental health. He also talks about his entrepreneurial journey, the growth of telepsychiatry, and the integration of new treatment modalities like ketamine in mental health care. Dr. Zand covers the challenges of scaling mental health services, addressing the cost barriers to treatments, and the role of psychedelics in transforming psychiatric care. He also emphasizes the importance of personal mental health in achieving success and unlocking one’s full potential. Tune in and learn how innovative approaches to mental health can enhance both personal well-being and professional effectiveness! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Dr. Sam Zand on LinkedIn. Learn more about Anywhere Clinic on their LinkedIn and website.

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes! Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Think Oral Health Podcast! In the first Think Oral Health episode, Mariya Filipova and Jonathan Levine are joined by rock star Lenny Kravitz to discuss the connection between oral health and overall health. The conversation between Jonathan, Mariya, and Lenny centers around the topic of access and the work Lenny and Jonathan have done in the Bahamas to bring oral health care to the local communities of Eleuthera Island. It all started when Lenny Kravitz showed Jonathan how bad the situation was, which inspired them to bring a growing team of doctors and dentists to the island to bring back people’s health, self-esteem, and smiles.  Join the discussion to learn more about Lenny’s purpose and mission behind oral health access and how it intersects with Mariya and Joanathan’s similar mission. Resources: Connect with and follow Lenny Kravitz on Instagram and Twitter. Explore the GLO Good Foundation Website. Discover the Twice Website. Read Mariya’s article titled “Lessons From My Journey As An Activated Patient: Why We Need Oral Health Care Innovation” and published on Forbes!  Find more information about Let Love Rule here.  Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.

Telemedicine is addressing the shortage of physicians by providing an accessible and efficient channel for healthcare delivery. In this episode, Peter Ax, CEO of UpScript Health, explains how he’s played a key role in making healthcare more patient-centric by developing a platform that allows patients to receive prescriptions online and have medications delivered directly to their doorsteps. He discusses the challenges of navigating regulatory hurdles and how UpScript reinvented itself to offer direct-to-consumer platforms for pharmaceutical companies. Throughout this interview, Peter emphasizes the importance of patient safety and efficiency and the role of telemedicine in addressing the physician shortage. Focusing on doing the right thing and growing steadily without the pressure of institutional capital, his approach offers valuable insights into the future of healthcare distribution. Tune in and learn how innovation and a patient-first mindset are reshaping the healthcare industry! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect and follow Peter Ax on LinkedIn. Learn more about UpScript Health on their LinkedIn and website.