Health2Tech

In this episode of Digital Health Interviews, we sit down with David Jabotovsky — a soon-to-be pain medicine fellow with an MD/MBA background — to unpack the reality of modern medicine from the front lines.From physician burnout and broken incentives to AI scribes, clinical decision support, and the growing power of payers, this conversation goes deep into what doctors actually experience—and where healthcare innovation is heading next.We also explore why more physicians are stepping into startups, how hackathons are shaping the future of care, and what digital health founders often miss when building solutions.If you’re building, investing, or working in digital health, this is a great watch.

In this episode of Digital Health Interviews, we sit down with Sean Day, early-stage investor at Rock Health Capital, to break down what actually matters when building and funding digital health startups in 2026.

A conversation with Rami Ajjuri, a healthcare product leader, on why healthcare UI/UX still fails clinicians, what founders consistently get wrong, and how AI is reshaping digital health.We also explore system-level questions around competition, patient outcomes, and practical advice for founders building healthcare technology today.

Phase Capital founder Kavya Sharman explains the difference between techbio and biotech and where GenAI is already changing lab work. We discuss autonomous labs, realistic disease “cure” timelines, and her thesis as an investor.

AMA president Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld talks about medical debt, AI’s role in reducing burnout, value-based care, and global AI adoption differences. We also hear why he continues to see patients despite major leadership roles.

NYC Health + Hospitals Chief Quality Officer Dr. Komal Bajaj shares a candid view on hospital pilots, AI expectations, and startup red flags. We talk about quality, safety, and how founders can win (and keep) clinical partners.

HealthX Ventures principal Laura Hilty reflects on her journey from Epic operator to health tech investor. We discuss scalability challenges, what investors truly look for, and realistic roles for AI in care.

KeyCare CEO Dr. Lyle Berkowitz shares his “SAD” principle for fixing healthcare workflows: Simplify, Automate, and Delegate. We cover ambient AI, value-based care incentives, and why telehealth still underperforms its potential.

Cleveland Clinic’s Jennifer Owens opens up about driving AI programs inside a major health system. We talk decision-making in large organizations, GenAI use cases, model risks, and the future of US healthcare.

THYNK co-founder Jennifer Gentile explores game-based tools for brain function and mental health. We discuss telehealth’s early days, hardware integration, safety concerns, and funding strategies.

Carenostics COO Kanishka Rao explains how his company uses AI to detect chronic diseases earlier inside health systems. We cover grants, EHR integrations, incentives for prevention, and future expansion plans.

Rock Health’s Julia Croxen reviews the digital health market of 2024 and shares predictions for 2025. We talk investment trends, scaling challenges, Rock Health’s maturity curve, and what winning startups did differently.

Dr. Joseph Kvedar explains why home-based care and telehealth are central to the next phase of US healthcare. We cover business models, AI use cases, and what startups must nail to succeed in virtual care.

MindMics founder Dr. Anna Barnacka describes how she moved from astrophysics to in-ear cardiovascular monitoring. We talk about building novel sensors, high-fidelity data, and growing a deep-tech health startup.

RxE2 CEO Gerald Finken talks about using pharmacists and AI to redesign clinical trials. We discuss post-pandemic research, patient access, and how pharma companies adopt new trial models.

Former speech pathologist Bailey Morgan explains how her clinical background shapes her role as a Clinical Product Specialist. We dive into selling to health systems, long sales cycles, and AI adoption in care.

OBG Access founder Nish Varma shares his journey from finance to maternal health innovation. We talk regulations, entering new markets, childbirth safety devices, and advice for MedTech founders.

FINN Partners’ Ritesh Patel reflects on decades in digital health, from early pilots to today’s hype cycle. We explore value-based care, rural health equity, and whether tech is actually fixing the system.

Advisor and venture studio leader Vadim Gordin argues why now is still a great time to build in digital health. We discuss founder mistakes, integration challenges, and what separates standout teams from the rest.

Infinitus founder Ankit Jain explains how AI can automate healthcare workflows and where the real value lies. We talk call automation, job impact, VC attitudes, and the future of AI in health operations.

Sergei Polevikov offers an unfiltered take on US healthcare, EHRs, primary care, VC behavior, and AI hype. This is a frank conversation about what’s broken, what’s promising, and what founders should avoid.

Entrepreneur Lisa Voronkova shares lessons from building medical and wellness devices. We cover accelerator programs, taking a device from idea to market, and the realities of MedTech entrepreneurship.

Advisor Amir Lahav talks about how pharma is embracing digital health, from RPM devices to new kinds of clinical trials. We explore startup–pharma partnerships and what has really changed post-COVID.

Investor and political strategist Bradley Tusk explains how regulation can both block and unlock innovation in healthcare. We cover startup selection, AI in health, and how policy and tech collide.

Veteran founder Amir Kishon, now CEO of Twig Health, reflects on 25 years of building digital health companies. We talk partnerships with giants like Medtronic and IBM, outsourcing myths, and HIPAA compliance.

Innsena president Kat McDavitt makes the case for more innovation in Medicaid and public health. We discuss communications, policy barriers, and how startups can survive in a complex, low-margin space.

Gil Bashe returns to analyze why 2023 was so turbulent for digital health and what disruptive technologies matter most for 2024. We talk AI, post-acute care, investment shifts, and practical advice for founders.

Psychiatrist and tech leader Daniel Lieberman discusses the US mental health crisis and how platforms like Hims & Hers respond to it. We explore telepsychiatry, youth mental health, and MedMatch’s role in access.

Policy expert John Gorman unpacks how Medicare and Medicaid really work and where digital health fits in. We talk qualifications, reimbursement models, and opportunities for telehealth companies.

Former VA innovation leader Ryan Vega explains how Vantiq orchestrates real-time data and sensors in healthcare. We cover use cases, generative AI + sensor intelligence, and who benefits from these platforms.

Strategy consultant Neil Carpenter shares his “three wishes” to fix US healthcare, from better incentives to smarter tech use. We discuss value-based care, pandemic lessons, and advice for digital health founders.

Previva Health Group founder Mendel Erlenwein breaks down the shift from fee-for-service to value-based care. We talk about new care models, startup opportunities, and what “value” really means for patients and payers.

VC and CEO Yatin Patil explains how Doctors for Health Innovation brings physicians into startup investing. We discuss telehealth, US tech adoption, and how doctor–investors evaluate deals.

Medtronic Endoscopy CMO Austin Chiang describes balancing clinical work with a global medtech leadership role. We dive into AR/VR, capsule endoscopy, GI Genius, and how clinicians should think about innovation.

Physician Kevin M. Baumlin offers a grounded overview of the US healthcare system and its relationship with technology. We talk about hospital reality, telehealth, and what it takes to succeed in the US market.

Digital Oxygen’s Alexander Voigt gives an honest update on DiGA and DiPA in Germany. We explore low prescription conversion, regulatory bottlenecks, and what this means for digital health startups.

Dr. Anna Erat talks about preventive medicine in Switzerland, insurance incentives, and the tech tools she uses in practice. We discuss trackers, DNA-based medicine, and her advice for founders building prevention-focused solutions.

Professor Alfred Angerer explains what smart hospitals should look like and how Swiss healthcare approaches management and innovation. He also shares tips for startups that want to work effectively with hospitals.

Philippe Gerwill walks us through emerging technologies like metaverse, GPT, and blockchain in healthcare. We talk about responsible AI use, DeHealth, and how tech might reshape patient–clinician relationships.

GSD Health founder and angel investor Anish Shindore shares how he evaluates startups and where he sees digital health heading. We look at pharma’s evolving role, founder qualities, and his advice for new entrepreneurs.

Global Fund portfolio manager Andreas Tamberg discusses how grants can complement or replace VC funding in digital health. We explore interoperability, tech adoption in low- and middle-income countries, and future health systems.

Nina Capital’s Sebastian Anastassiou explains how founders can build long-term relationships with “smart money” investors. We talk about due diligence, what VCs look for, and patterns behind startup success.

Digital Health Connector Aline Noizet reflects on layoffs, funding drops, and why she still feels optimistic about digital health. We discuss 2023 trends, opportunities for founders, and how to stay resilient.

Naluri CEO Azran Osman-Rani shares how he built a preventive care startup for the mass market. We talk about business models that make prevention profitable, measuring impact, and his broader entrepreneurship journey.

Mali Family Health founder Jonas Koblin explains why he chose a bootstrapped model for his pregnancy and baby tracker app. We cover monetization, realistic market sizing, and how to grow without VC money.

Ooca founder Dr. Kanpassorn Eix introduces Thailand’s healthcare system and her mental health telehealth platform. We discuss finding the right tech partner, scaling, and advice for founders in emerging markets.

YourCoach Health co-founder Eugene Borukhovich explains why health coaches are key to long-term behavior change. We talk about running an American company from Europe, coaching models, and lessons from his long digital health career.

Urologist Cristián Konstantinidis explains how robotic surgery is used today and why many surgeons never want to go back. We talk about Spain’s health system, interoperability, and philosophical questions around robots in the OR.

Xpeer founder Daniela Clape compares her Netflix-like medical education platform to traditional learning. We discuss idea validation, monetization, and the challenges of building EdTech in healthcare.

DiamPark founders Djamchid Dalili and Caroline Atlani describe building a digital biomarker startup for Parkinson’s disease. We explore patient-driven innovation, pharma partnerships, and why speed-to-market is critical for real patients.