More than 18 million veterans live in the U.S., making up about 7% of the adult population. Many of them encounter unique health challenges daily, often stemming directly from their military service. Despite theoretically having access to care and services through the Department of Veterans Affairs, the reality falls far short of perfect. Crippling wait times, confusing benefits, and a lack of interoperability are just a few of the longstanding issues plaguing the veteran healthcare...

Did you know about SciTech City, a developing mini city in Jersey City? It's quickly becoming a hub for investment, although it might not be widely known yet. SciTech City, anchored by the Liberty Science Center, is set to expand with plans for a new public STEM high school, tech-oriented housing and a health innovation hub focused on wellness. Key partners like Bristol Myers Squibb, Sheba Medical Center from Israel, and now RWJBarnabas Health have joined the project. RWJBarnabas Health will...

An estimated 17 million adults in the U.S. had long COVID as of March of this year. Despite the prevalence of this condition, there is still much that is unknown about its causes, symptoms and potential treatments. However, to help those suffering from long COVID, specialized clinics are emerging throughout the country.    In Detroit, Moderna, People.Health and community organizations have opened a mobile clinic to provide free lung CT screenings. The clinic aims to evaluate patients for...

After the dissolution of its joint venture with Amazon and Berkshire Hathaway called Haven, JPMorgan Chase formed a new division, Morgan Health, to continue pushing for reform in the industry. Morgan Health has invested in multiple businesses over the past three years that can potentially improve employer-sponsored healthcare.   This week on “Podnosis,” Paige Minemyer from Fierce Healthcare interviews Morgan Health Partner Dan Hartman about the company's investment strategy and how to make a...

This week on "Podnosis," we are exploring a topic that hits close to home for many: the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ patients, particularly trans men, when seeking healthcare services.   A patchwork of federal and state laws exists to protect gender-diverse patients, to some extent, from discrimination in the healthcare setting. But even when such protections exist on paper, they are not guaranteed in practice.   To unravel the complex legal landscape that providers and LGBTQ+ patients are...

Social prescribing is an emerging movement in healthcare, where providers may recommend personalized doses of arts and culture as part of a comprehensive care plan. Fierce Healthcare’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaya sat down with two leaders in this space to discuss the power of the arts and their role in the next generation of mental health treatment. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  Breaking down barriers with adaptive recreation Industry Voices—Let's treat loneliness like...

The Mayo Clinic Laboratories' Mary Jo Williamson shares how healthcare organizations can stay true to their mission and remain resilient in the face of change.

This week on “Podnosis,” we explore the pressing questions surrounding AI’s role in healthcare. From clinician trust to algorithm accuracy and patient privacy, there’s significant uncertainty about AI’s potential and impact in the healthcare sector, a topic that garnered considerable attention at this year’s South by Southwest conference.  During the annual event, American Medical Association President Jesse Ehrenfeld, M.D, and Claire Novorol, co-founder and CMO at Ada Health, both...

This week on “Podnosis,” we explore the dynamics surrounding the financial distress gripping hundreds of hospitals nationwide. Despite the perilous situation, there has been a notable increase in merger and acquisition activity, suggesting that amid the chaos, opportunities for value creation and strategic partnerships still exist.  Joining us for this deep dive is Michael Abrams, managing partner at the healthcare consulting firm Numerof & Associates. In a conversation with Dave Muoio...

In this week’s episode of "Podnosis," you'll hear from two journalists from the Fierce Healthcare team: Paige Minemyer, senior editor of Fierce Health Payer, and Dave Muoio, a staff writer for Fierce Healthcare. Together, they'll dive into the most recent earnings updates from the largest health plans and health systems, sharing their key insights and the trends they've identified.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  UnitedHealth Group's stock stumbles as it reports spike in...

This week on “Podnosis,” Fierce Healthcare’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaysa sits down with NeuroFlow Chief Medical Officer Tom Zaubler, M.D., to discuss the barriers to the widespread adoption of measurement-based care in behavioral health.  To learn more about the topics in this episode:  2024 Outlook: How tech, incentives could push measurement-based care in behavioral health Few therapists measure outcomes. A startup's new framework aims to change that Industry Voices—Innovative mental...

This week on “Podnosis,” we explore the critical issue of maternal mental health.  Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief of Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare, sits down with Ken Levey, M.D., co-founder and CEO of Mother Goose Health. Together, they explore the deficiencies in maternal mental health care in the U.S. and discuss actionable steps for improvement. Mother Goose Health provides a platform aimed at aiding physicians and patients in initiating care and identifying pregnancy-related risks,...

Healthcare is one of the most targeted industries when it comes to cybercrime.

In the U.S., where the healthcare sector emits significantly more carbon emissions than the aviation industry, hospitals are starting to think about ways to address their climate footprint.  This week on "Podnosis," Estelle Monod, who leads the global buildings segment at Schneider Electric, sits down with Fierce Healthcare's Anastassia Gliadkovskaya to talk about the sustainability needs of the healthcare sector and ways to address them.  To learn more about the topics in this...

Every year, Fierce Healthcare's editorial team sifts through hundreds of nominations to identify 15 companies that are truly making waves in the healthcare sector, striving to change the world by changing the industry. The 2024 class of Fierce 15 honorees is no exception, taking on some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare today.  This episode features a conversation with Fierce Healthcare's Paige Minemyer, Dave Muoio and Noah Tong. They share insights into this year's Fierce 15,...

This is the second part of our series reconnecting with Fierce 15 winners from 2019, the first year Fierce Healthcare published the list of 15 private companies engaged in pioneering work   This week on "Podnosis," we catch up with the leaders of Elemeno Health and Digital Diagnostics, both recognized as Fierce 15 winners in 2019. First up, Fierce’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaya chats with Arup Roy-Burman, M.D., the founder and chief medical officer at Elemeno Health. Roy-Burman reflects on...

This week on “Podnosis,” we rewind to January 2019 when Fierce Healthcare unveiled its inaugural Fierce 15, spotlighting 15 private companies engaged in pioneering work and making waves in healthcare innovation.  In this episode, we reconnect with leaders from two of those companies: Cityblock Health and Civica Rx. Fierce Healthcare Senior Editor Heather Landi chats with Kameron Matthews, M.D., the Chief Health Officer at Cityblock Health. From its beginnings with a single neighborhood hub...

The digital health and health tech sectors had a tough year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, navigating through a turbulent hype cycle. Startups witnessed a significant slump in funding, and public markets didn't quite live up to expectations. However, amid these market trials, 2023 revealed some silver linings for the sector.  This week on "Podnosis," Sofia Guerra and Steve Kraus from Bessemer Venture Partners sit down with Fierce Healthcare's Heather Landi to discuss the health tech...

A growing number of companies are introducing diverse voices to their virtual assistants or speech synthesis systems: Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Polly, Meta’s Voicebox. But what about diversity of voices in healthcare, where the stakes are higher?   Wolters Kluwer Health, maker of clinical decision-making support tools, decided to re-examine its voice technology after 15 years. The goal is to help providers better reach and engage diverse patients. What goes into designing and implementing...

This week on "Podnosis," Dr. Nigam Shah, Chief Data Scientist at Stanford Health Care, shares insights into the direction of the industry and anticipated developments as AI adoption gains momentum. In an interview with Heather Landi from Fierce Healthcare, Dr. Shah explores the implications of the Biden administration’s executive order on AI, strategies for addressing ethical concerns related to AI use and ways to pave the path for the responsible use of AI. To learn more about the topics in...

About a fifth of kids under 18 in New Jersey have special healthcare needs, ranging from learning disabilities to ADHD to anxiety. They, along with their families, encounter numerous challenges when seeking care, such as a shortage of providers, long wait times and limited insurance coverage. Community-based therapeutic recreation and adaptive sport programs have the potential to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Unfortunately, these offerings are often distant and...

Earlier this year, Fierce Healthcare, Fierce Pharma and Fierce Biotech recognized 50 individuals and companies that are pushing the industry forward. The Fierce 50 winners range from tech innovators to researchers developing novel therapies to providers on the frontlines of changing care. This week on Podnosis, senior editor Paige Minemyer sat down with staff writers Dave Muoio and Anastassia Gliadkovskaya as well as senior editor Heather Landi to discuss a few of the honorees in more...

Chronic kidney disease is a significant public health issue. Nationwide, roughly 37 million Americans live with chronic kidney disease. Each year, more than 130,000 Americans receive a diagnosis of kidney failure or end-stage renal disease, an irreversible condition that can be fatal. DaVita is one of the largest providers of kidney care, and its services range from slowing the progression of kidney disease to supporting transplantation. This week on "Podnosis," Senior Editor Heather Landi...

In this week’s episode of "Podnosis," you'll hear from two journalists from the Fierce Healthcare team: Paige Minemyer, senior editor of Fierce Health Payer, and Dave Muoio, a staff writer for Fierce Healthcare. Together, they guide you through their key insights from the inaugural Fierce Health Payer Summit in Austin and dive into the latest earnings updates from the largest health plans and health systems. To learn more about the topics in this episode:  UnitedHealth sees a 'mixed bag'...