Posts Tagged ‘healthcare’
Living With Dementia: A Personal Journey
Facing Dementia With Purpose and Openness In this conversation with Robin Strongin, Sam Simon shares his experience with early-stage Alzheimer’s, from the first signs that something was wrong to the moment he received his diagnosis. He reflects on how symptoms were initially dismissed, how genetic testing revealed increased risk, and how finding the right neurologist…
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Insights from Halle Tecco In this engaging conversation, Halle Tecco discusses her new book, “Massively Better Healthcare,” which aims to tackle the significant challenges in the healthcare system. The discussion covers the inspiration behind the book, the importance of understanding healthcare language, the role of idealism in innovation, and the case study of Maven in…
Read MoreNavigating the Journey of Death: The Role of Doulas with Diane Murdock
Breaking the Silence: Conversations on Death and Dying In this conversation, Diane Murdock and Robin Strongin discuss the role of death doulas, their importance in modern healthcare, and the need for open conversations about death and dying. The discussion highlights the evolution of the death doula profession, the societal taboos surrounding death, and the personal reflections…
Read MoreNavigating a Brain Tumor Diagnosis
The Importance of Patient Advocacy In this conversation, Robin Strongin speaks with Chris and Nicole Gardner about their journey through a brain tumor diagnosis, the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, and the importance of having a support system during recovery. They share personal stories, insights on patient advocacy, and reflections on the emotional toll…
Read MoreShaping the Future of Health Data Privacy
Navigating Health Data Privacy As healthcare rapidly embraces AI and digital transformation, the privacy landscape is shifting in real time. Tina Grande, Healthcare Trust Institute’s President &CEO, brought together the nation’s leading experts, including Citizen Health’s Deven McGraw and Omada Health’s Lucia Savage, for the highly anticipated ADAPT (Advancing Data, Access, Privacy, & Trust) Conference,…
Read MoreLadies Who Venture: Innovations in Digital Health and Investment
Reconnecting in Healthcare: A Decade Later In this engaging conversation, Robin Strongin reconnects with three influential women in healthcare –Missy Krasner, Dr. Rebecca Mitchell, and Lisa Suennen – who share their extensive experiences in digital health, venture capital, and the evolving landscape of women’s health. They discuss the significant changes in healthcare investment over the…
Read MoreThe Healing Power of Music Therapy with Dr. Connie Tomaino
Exploring Music’s Impact on Neurology In this conversation, Dr. Connie Tomaino and Robin Strongin discuss the intersection of music therapy and neurology, particularly its applications in treating conditions like Parkinson’s disease. Connie shares her experiences working with Dr. Oliver Sacks and the impact of music on brain health and neuroplasticity. The conversation also covers the importance…
Read MoreUsing the Arts to Address Racism in Health Care
Racism kills. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins, a lecturer in health policy at the School of Nursing and the School of Social Policy and Practice at the University of Pennsylvania tweeted “Black folks are not at risk because we’re Black. Black folks are at risk due to the underlying comorbidities and social circumstances that shape that Black experience.”
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