Towards Health

Slice of Healthcare LLC

A new podcast hosted by Josh Pirtle. Sponsored by H1.

  1. #15 - The New Category: Decentralized Clinical Trials

    04/08/2024

    #15 - The New Category: Decentralized Clinical Trials

    In this episode, we hear from our guest: Michelle Longmire, CEO & Co-Founder at Medable. Topics discussed: Michelle Longmire's Inspiration: In medical school, Longmire recognized a critical access gap in healthcare. Training at the University of New Mexico, she observed the challenges faced by underserved patients and envisioned a technological bridge to healthcare.Formation of Medable: The idea of Medable was shaped by Longmire's experience at Stanford and the rise of mobile technology. The aim was to create a platform that provided secure, accessible healthcare and research opportunities.Early Challenges and Milestones: Winning a pitch contest provided initial funding for Medable. Key hires included experts in platform technology, mobile app development, and enterprise architecture. The first major contract with a pharma company highlighted the need for expanded capabilities.Role in Decentralized Clinical Trials: Longmire foresaw mobile technology as a key driver in making research consumer-scale. The focus on patient-centered research and providing better access led to the rise of decentralized clinical trials.Vision for Clinical Trial Innovation: Longmire's vision includes leveraging AI and technology to dramatically increase the number of effective therapies tested and approved each year, addressing a wide range of diseases more efficiently. Michelle Longmire's Social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelongmire/ Our sponsor for this episode is H1. H1 is on a mission to create a healthier future by democratizing access to vital healthcare expertise and information globally. They offer comprehensive insights and data, benefiting doctors, researchers, and patients alike. Their innovative solutions are pivotal in accelerating the development and distribution of life-saving treatments and ensuring equitable healthcare access.Website: https://www.h1.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h1co/X: https://twitter.com/H1co_ Towards Health is a part of the Slice of Healthcare podcast network: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/

    35 min
  2. #14 - What's Next For Data Driven Clinical Trials?

    03/25/2024

    #14 - What's Next For Data Driven Clinical Trials?

    In this episode, we hear from our guest: Travis Caudill, VP, Feasibility & Clinical Informatics at ICON. Topics discussed: Travis Caudill shares his journey from a health insurance company to becoming an expert in data migration and feasibility in clinical trials.The evolution of clinical trial data: Travis emphasizes how the industry has dramatically advanced from manual data entry to leveraging sophisticated AI for better decision-making.AI's transformative impact in 2023 and beyond: Travis delves into AI’s role in clinical trials, discussing its benefits and challenges, emphasizing continuous innovation and skepticism in the industry.The intersection of AI, diversity, and site selection: Travis highlights the critical importance of aligning AI-driven technology with patient needs, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and efficient site selection in clinical trials.Travis Caudill's Social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feasibility/ Our sponsor for this episode is H1. H1 is on a mission to create a healthier future by democratizing access to vital healthcare expertise and information globally. They offer comprehensive insights and data, benefiting doctors, researchers, and patients alike. Their innovative solutions are pivotal in accelerating the development and distribution of life-saving treatments and ensuring equitable healthcare access.Website: https://www.h1.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h1co/X: https://twitter.com/H1co_ Towards Health is a part of the Slice of Healthcare podcast network: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/

    18 min

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A new podcast hosted by Josh Pirtle. Sponsored by H1.