Healthcare on the Rocks - Employee Benefits with a Twist

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Healthcare on the Rocks - Employee Benefits with a Twist

We talk with employers, benefits advisors, technology innovators, and other experts in wellness, human resources, and healthcare."Healthcare on the Rocks" is a production of Springbuk. Imagine a world where every healthcare decision is backed and guided by data. Springbuk is the health data analytics solution that equips you with the insights and expertise you need to sharpen your benefits strategy, advance employee health, and contain costs. Unlike legacy data warehouses, we simplify data-driven decision-making with an intuitive user experience, predictive modeling, and curated action steps. Springbuk — a world of actionable health intelligence insight, at your fingertips. Visit springbuk.com to learn more.

  1. NOV 1

    What is Health Analytics?

    In this episode, we break down the broad and powerful world of health analytics, aiming to show how data can improve healthcare outcomes while managing costs. Health analytics goes beyond simple record-keeping to integrate data from claims, biometric screenings, wearable devices, and more. A great analogy in the episode compares it to having a “super-powered health detective” on your team, with predictive analytics that can even foresee risks like diabetes or cardiovascular issues before they...

    18 min

  2. NOV 1

    What is Health Intelligence?

    This episode explores the concept of health intelligence, unpacking its complexities and showing how it differs from health analytics. Health intelligence, unlike mere analytics, isn’t just about gathering data but is about turning that data into actionable insights that drive change. A memorable comparison likens health intelligence to a detective piecing together clues: “It’s not just about crunching numbers; it’s about uncovering the story behind them to improve lives.” For employer benefi...

    9 min

  3. OCT 27

    Innovating Radiology Access: OneImaging’s Blueprint for Healthcare Savings

    In this episode of Healthcare on the Rocks: Employee Benefits with a Twist, hosts Brittany Hardaway and David Pittman talk with Elan Adler, co-founder and CEO of OneImaging, and Melinda Raymond, Senior VP of Sales. The discussion revolves around OneImaging’s innovative approach to reducing healthcare costs through optimized radiology services. Elan and Melinda share their journey in the radiology space, from the inefficiencies they witnessed firsthand to the creation of OneImaging. Elan’s ear...

    33 min

  4. OCT 13

    Breaking the Silence: Why Menopause Matters in the Workplace

    In this episode of "Healthcare on the Rocks: Employee Benefits with a Twist," Dr. Nora Lansen, Chief Medical Officer at Elektra Health, discusses an often overlooked but crucial aspect of women's health: menopause. Dr. Lansen, a board-certified family physician with extensive experience in women's health, sheds light on the complexities of menopause and its impact on women in the workplace. Dr. Lansen explains that menopause is not just a moment in time, but a journey spanning 20 to 25 y...

    34 min

  5. OCT 6

    Beyond Traditional Cancer Care: How Clinical Trials Save Lives and Money

    In this episode, guests Tommy Axford and Dr. Natalya Gertsik from Private Health Management (PHM), talk about clinical trials and cancer care. They discuss why employers struggle with cancer-related costs and how clinical trials can be both medically beneficial and cost-effective. The conversation centers on the unique challenges cancer presents as a complex set of diseases rather than a single condition with standard solutions. Dr. Gertsik highlights a story about "Peter," who was given thre...

    21 min

  6. SEP 29

    Empowering Employers & Employees: Maximizing Virtual Care Benefits

    In this insightful episode of "Healthcare on the Rocks: Employee Benefits with a Twist," Lauren Gums, Executive Vice President of Clinic Services at Transcarent, shares her expertise on the rapidly evolving world of telehealth and virtual care. With over 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, Lauren offers valuable perspectives on how these technologies are reshaping consumer expectations and transforming healthcare delivery. Throughout the episode, Lauren highlights the growing i...

    27 min

  7. SEP 16

    Special Encore: Breaking Barriers and Simplifying the Healthcare Experience - Josh Reimer

    Way back in Season 1 of our Healthcare on the Rocks podcast, we talked with Josh Reimer, the Director of Channel Partnerships at Included Health, about many of the challenges of today's healthcare system. Since then, Included Health has joined the Springbuk Activate Partner Marketplace, which enables Springbuk clients to see how they can improve care outcomes for members with complex specialty conditions. With the help of Included Health, employers with high-cost claimants can lower cos...

    20 min

  8. SEP 1

    Saving Lives and Dollars: The Case for Transplants Over Dialysis

    In this episode of "Healthcare on the Rocks: Employee Benefits with a Twist," hosts Brittany Hardaway and David Pittman sit down with Dr. Michael Rees, a kidney transplant surgeon and the founder and CEO of Rejuvenate Kidney Transplant Solutions. Dr. Rees shares his journey into transplant surgery, driven by a desire for innovation and high success rates. He explains the current state of kidney disease treatment in the U.S., highlighting the limitations of dialysis and the superiority of kidn...

    22 min
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We talk with employers, benefits advisors, technology innovators, and other experts in wellness, human resources, and healthcare."Healthcare on the Rocks" is a production of Springbuk. Imagine a world where every healthcare decision is backed and guided by data. Springbuk is the health data analytics solution that equips you with the insights and expertise you need to sharpen your benefits strategy, advance employee health, and contain costs. Unlike legacy data warehouses, we simplify data-driven decision-making with an intuitive user experience, predictive modeling, and curated action steps. Springbuk — a world of actionable health intelligence insight, at your fingertips. Visit springbuk.com to learn more.

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