Dr Pat Aouad on a Career at the Intersection of Neurology and Entrepreneurship

In this episode of CCIM, host Elise Putt sits down with Dr Pat Aouad, a neurologist specialising in neuroimmunology and the co-founder of CU Health, to explore the intersections of clinical medicine, digital health, and entrepreneurship. Pat shares his time management technique of time blocking, which helps him wear different hats effectively in his diverse roles. Providing insights on the advanced treatments available for multiple sclerosis and touches on his own journey from practising neurology to co-founding a virtual healthcare platform. For clinicians considering a move into entrepreneurial endeavours, Pat stresses the importance of mentorship, aligning personal values with business goals, and maintaining well-being to prevent burnout.Delving into how CU Health operates, highlighting how services are accessed via telehealth or in-person and whether the platform employs staff exclusively or serves as a connector between companies and healthcare providers.Pat Aouad provided insights from his experiences in healthcare startups, underscoring the necessity of having healthcare professionals involved from the outset to ensure that business strategies meet clinical needs. Despite lacking formal business training, he has built expertise through practice and partnerships and delves into the collaboration among specialists, general practitioners, and business experts to drive innovation in healthcare.To delve further into the intersection of creative professional pursuits and the medical field, subscribe to our podcast, join our Facebook community, and sign up for our newsletter.Creative Careers in Medicine CCIM on Facebook The CCIM Podcast is part of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, offering a world of audio insights on healthcare technology, innovation, and leadership. Find out more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network.