The BAMF Health Podcast

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On The BAMF Health Podcast, hosts Dr. Brandon Mancini and Christine VanTimmeren shed light on the emerging field of Theranostics and how precision medicine is changing the game in healthcare. They interview experts from around the globe who are advancing personalized healthcare to improve people’s lives.

Episodes

  1. 5D AGO

    Celebrating World Theranostics Day with Theranostics Expert Dr. Harshad Kulkarni

    In this special World Theranostics Day episode, Christine VanTimmeren and Dr. Brandon Mancini are joined by Dr. Harshad Kulkarni, Chief Medical Advisor at BAMF Health and a global leader in theranostics, to discuss how this innovative approach is transforming cancer care and beyond. We break down what theranostics is, how it combines diagnostics and targeted therapy, and why it represents one of the most powerful shifts toward truly personalized medicine. Dr. Kulkarni shares his global experience, insights from early adoption in Europe, and how theranostics is rapidly expanding in the United States. We also explore the growing pipeline of clinical trials, the role of imaging in selecting the right patients, and how this approach is improving patient outcomes, quality of life, and survival. Finally, we look ahead to the future—where theranostics could extend beyond cancer into diseases like cardiovascular disease, Parkinson's, and more. 00:00 Intro & World Theranostics Day  00:41 What Theranostics Means  02:19 Meet Dr. Harshad Kulkarni  02:54 How Dr. Kulkarni Entered Theranostics  04:20 How Europe Advanced Theranostics Earlier Than the U.S.  08:12 Why Imaging Is Essential to Theranostics  09:59 “See What You Treat, Treat What You See”  12:30 FDA-Approved Theranostics Today  15:59 Beyond Cancer: Alzheimer’s, Cardiology, and More  17:43 Why Theranostics Isn’t Available for Every Cancer Yet  21:46 Real Patient Outcomes & Quality of Life  25:34 What’s Next for Theranostics  27:11 Closing Thoughts & Learn More Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

    28 min

  2. MAR 17

    The BAMF Health Story and the Rise of Theranostics

    Hosts Dr. Brandon Mancini (Medical Director at BAMF Health) and Christine VanTimmeren (Marketing Manager) introduce listeners to the groundbreaking field of Theranostics, a form of precision medicine that combines advanced imaging with targeted radiopharmaceutical therapies to diagnose and treat disease. To kick off the series, they are joined by Chad Bassett, co-founder and COO of BAMF Health. Chad shares the origin story of the organization, including how a chance meeting with founder Anthony Chang led to a bold vision: building the world’s most advanced Theranostics center. In this episode, you’ll hear about: The meaning behind the name BAMF Health Why Theranostics is emerging as the next major pillar of cancer careHow BAMF Health was designed to integrate radiopharmaceutical production, imaging, and therapy in one placeThe role of clinical trials in bringing new treatments to patients fasterThe patient-centered philosophy that guides every aspect of careThe future of Theranostics in treating cancer, chronic pain, Alzheimer’s disease, and more0:00 – Welcome to the BAMF Health Podcast  0:25 – Meet the Hosts: Dr. Brandon Mancini & Christine VanTimmeren  2:19 – What is Theranostics? The Science Behind BAMF Health  4:24 – Why We Started the Podcast  6:16 – Introducing Our Guest: BAMF Health Co-Founder Chad Bassett  7:29 – The Origin Story of BAMF Health  9:20 – Why BAMF Health Was Built as a For-Profit Company  12:18 – Treating the First Patients and Early Growth  14:10 – What Makes the Patient Experience Different at BAMF  18:18 – The Role of “Time” in Patient Care  20:15 – Humanizing Healthcare  21:31 – The Future of Theranostics and Precision Medicine  22:29 – New Frontiers: Cancer, Pain, and Alzheimer’s  27:08 – Measuring Success: Giving Patients More Time  27:33 – Chad Bassett’s Personal “Why”  30:01 – Closing Thoughts Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Brandon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-mancini-md-mba-facro-44646758/  Christine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevt/ Connect with BAMF Health Website: https://www.bamfhealth.com/ Our Podcast: https://www.bamfhealth.com/podcast/ Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

    31 min

  3. MAR 16

    Get to Know The BAMF Health Podcast

    Welcome to The BAMF Health Podcast! Hosts Christine VanTimmeren, BAMF Health Marketing Manager, and Dr. Brandon Mancini, board-certified radiation oncologist and Medical Director at BAMF Health, introduce the mission behind the podcast and the innovative work happening at BAMF Health. In this episode, they explain what BAMF Health is, break down the meaning of Theranostics, and discuss how precision medicine is transforming the way diseases like cancer are diagnosed and treated. They also share what listeners can expect from future episodes, including conversations with clinicians, researchers, athletes, innovators, and healthcare leaders exploring how we can all optimize our health. Whether you're interested in advanced cancer therapies, medical imaging, clinical trials, or the future of personalized healthcare, this podcast will explore the ideas, technologies, and people shaping the next generation of medicine. 00:00 Introduction to the BAMF Health Podcast 00:26 What is BAMF Health? 01:05 What is Theranostics? 01:49 Personalized Precision Medicine 02:34 The Future of Healthcare & Patient Empowerment 03:18 What to Expect From the Podcast 04:04 Topics We'll Cover 04:59 Episode Wrap-Up & Episode 1 Preview Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Brandon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-mancini-md-mba-facro-44646758/  Christine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevt/ Connect with BAMF Health Website: https://www.bamfhealth.com/ Our Podcast: https://www.bamfhealth.com/podcast/ Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

    5 min
  4. Something's Coming!

    FEB 20

    Something's Coming!

    Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

    7 sec
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On The BAMF Health Podcast, hosts Dr. Brandon Mancini and Christine VanTimmeren shed light on the emerging field of Theranostics and how precision medicine is changing the game in healthcare. They interview experts from around the globe who are advancing personalized healthcare to improve people’s lives.

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