Strategy& Insider Episode 42 - Translating thoughts into actions

Professor Masayuki Hirata, founder of JiMED and neurosurgeon at Osaka University, explores how brain-computer interfaces are revolutionizing healthcare for people with disability. From helping ALS patients communicate to controlling avatars and restoring motor function, discover the technology uncoding brain signals.

Recorded live at the Strategy& Future of Health Forum, this special episode features Lucy Jones, Chief Clinical Officer at Oviva, on AI-powered nutrition support for chronic disease management, and Dr. Ashton Harper, Global Medical Affairs Lead for Neurosciences at Roche Diagnostics, on breakthrough blood-based biomarkers revolutionizing Alzheimer's diagnosis. Discover how digital health and diagnostic innovations are creating more accessible, people-centered care.

Dr. Corinna Mann – a specialist in gynecology, endocrinology, and reproductive medicine – unpacks the realities of infertility, age-related success rates across intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and the impact of truly personalized, empathetic care. We examine access and costs, employer-sponsored benefits, and why updating key regulations is overdue, plus the proactive role of social egg freezing. Tune in for a concise, insight-rich conversation on how personalization, prevention, and policy shape the future of health.

Join Dr. Carlos Nunez, Chief Medical Officer at Resmed, for an insightful exploration of the vital connection between sleep and overall health. This episode highlights the revolutionary impact of digital health technologies and AI in helping transform the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea – a condition affecting nearly a billion people worldwide, many of whom remain undiagnosed. Discover how heightened awareness and technological advancements are redefining sleep and breathing health, and how innovation is enhancing patient care and engagement.

In this episode of the Strategy& Insider podcast, we explore the transformative role of behavioral science in healthcare with two distinguished experts from the University of Zurich and the University Hospital Zurich: Prof. Dr. Urte Scholz, a psychologist renowned for her work on health behavior change and stress management, joined by Prof. Dr. Claudia Witt, a physician and expert in digital health, mind-body medicine, and integrative oncology. They discuss how our daily habits and behaviors impact our long-term health, while exploring how using psychological principles in medical practices can improve patient care and management.

In this episode of the Strategy& Insider podcast, we explore the transformative role of AI in mental healthcare with Loren Larsen, CEO and co-founder of Videra Health. Loren discusses how his innovative platform is revolutionizing mental health assessments by utilizing video, audio, and chat interactions to enhance patient outcomes and support clinicians. Tune in to explore how AI captures behavioral cues and emotional nuances, offering real-time insights that facilitate early detection and intervention. If you are interested in the future of healthcare technology and the potential of AI to expand access to mental health resources while reducing costs, this episode is a must-listen.

Join Nitya Dintakurti, the pioneering Founder and CEO of Unpause, as she transforms menopause support and women's health. In this episode, we explore the diverse challenges women face during this hormonal transition and how Unpause is reshaping the landscape with cutting-edge technology and innovation. Tune in for a captivating conversation on FemTech and the critical role of personalized and digitized approaches in advancing women's health outcomes.

This episode features Prof. Dr. Robert Perneczky who serves as Professor of Translational Dementia Research and Head of Geriatric Psychiatry at Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich. Dive into the intricate realm of dementia and neurocognitive disorders as he reveals groundbreaking advancements in disease-modifying treatments and emphasizes the crucial role of lifestyle factors in mitigating dementia risk. Explore how cutting-edge innovations in biomarkers and interdisciplinary methodologies are revolutionizing the future of dementia care and gain insightful strategies to enhance resilience against neurodegeneration.

Dr. Eicke Latz is a leading immunologist, Director of the German Rheumatology Research Center and Professor of Experimental Rheumatology at Charité Hospital in Berlin. In this episode, he offers valuable insights into his research on the innate immune system's role in maintaining health and its potential to promote disease. He explores the molecular mechanisms that activate or inhibit the immune system, impacting inflammation in diseases such as rheumatic disorders, arteriosclerosis, and Alzheimer's. Join us for an enlightening discussion on precision immuno-diagnostics and AI-driven medicine, which promise a future where targeted therapies address the root causes of diseases.

In this episode, Dr. Hadi Saleh, CEO of CeramTec, delves into the intricacies of navigating a shifting MedTech market with the rise of weight-loss blockbuster drugs as well as the influence of macroeconomic and geopolitical tensions on healthcare product development and innovation. The discussion also explores preventive care, the significance of a healthy lifestyle, and the potential of genetic editing and personalized medicine. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation.