Taking the Pulse: a Health Care Podcast

Taking The Pulse
Taking the Pulse: a Health Care Podcast

Health care is one of the fastest evolving industries and its complexities can be difficult to keep up with, let alone navigate. Join attorneys from the Maynard Nexsen Health Care Practice Group, with co-host Heather Matthews, for Taking the Pulse: a Health Care Podcast, a weekly series that takes a current look at one of America's largest industry sectors.

  1. 19H AGO

    Episode 241: Fighting Nurse Burnout with Data-Driven Innovation with Dr. Ecoee Rooney of Indicator Sciences

    In this episode, hosts Lynnsey and Lauren are joined by Dr. Ecoee Rooney, Chief Nursing Officer at Indicator Sciences and a nationally recognized leader in nursing innovation. Dr. Rooney shares how her team is tackling nurse burnout, turnover, and workload imbalance through CareEffects, their precision analytics platform that empowers nurse leaders with actionable insights. We also discuss how the power of predictive data and supportive leadership can help hospitals improve care and retain talent. Tune in to learn how data is transforming nursing!

    20 min

  2. JUN 25

    Episode 240: Independent Practice In Dermatology with Dr. Darragh and Dr. Shuler of Carolina Dermatology

    The heat wave is here - is your skin ready? This week on the podcast, Heather and Matthew are joined by Dr. Charles Darragh and Dr. Marshall Shuler of Carolina Dermatology, one of the largest dermatology practices in upstate South Carolina. They share tips for keeping your skin safe in the summer and how their practice is integrating AI to enhance patient care. The doctors also discuss their bold decision to go against national trends in physician employment by leaving a large health system to launch an independent practice, and how that benefits their patients. Tune in now!

    24 min

  3. JUN 17

    Episode 239: Understanding the 340B Pricing Program with Chuck Melendi of Disruptive Dialogue

    Heather and Matthew welcome Chuck Melendi, a seasoned healthcare consultant and former executive with decades of experience in pharmaceuticals, biotech, and medical devices. Chuck joins us to examine the complexities of the federal 340B pricing program, which provides discounted outpatient drugs to eligible health care providers. From ongoing litigation and proposed legislative reform to the role of PBMs, Chuck shares insights into why a seemingly good faith regulation is one of the most debated topics in health care policy. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how healthcare leaders and government can preserve the mission of 340B while addressing its challenges.

    22 min

  4. JUN 12

    Episode 238: Navigating IP and AI in Life Sciences with Bryan Baysinger of Maynard Nexsen:

    This week, Heather and Matthew are joined by their colleague Bryan Baysinger, Maynard Nexsen attorney and leader of the firm’s Intellectual Property practice group. We dive into the evolving challenges life sciences companies face in protecting intellectual property in a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping research and innovation. From securing patents and trade secrets to navigating international competition, Bryan offers practical guidance for companies looking to strengthen their IP portfolios. Tune in for insights on the intersection of IP, AI, and the future of the life sciences industry

    20 min

  5. JUN 10

    Episode 237: Tackling Cancer with Cellular Immunotherapy with Dr. Leonardo Ferreira of Torpedo Bio

    In this episode, Heather and Matthew welcome Dr. Leonardo Ferreira, Assistant Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina and cofounder of Torpedo Bio. Leo shares how his team at Torpedo Bio  is working to develop safe and effective cellular immunotherapy for solid tumors. We have an exciting conversation on the promise of CAR-T therapy, the challenges life sciences startups face, and how federal research funding impacts innovation. Tune in to hear how Torpedo Bio is pushing the boundaries of cancer treatment!

    21 min

  6. MAY 27

    Episode 236: Advocating for Accessible Diagnoses with Sydney Severance of Operation Upright

    In this powerful episode, hosts Heather and Matthew are joined by Sydney Severance, a young woman and former competitive athlete whose life changed dramatically when she unexpectedly became wheelchair-bound. After a painstaking journey to her diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Craniocervical Instability, Sydney partnered with the Medical University of South Carolina and Dr. Sunil Patel to help others have a more accessible path to a diagnosis. Hear how she launched “Operation Upright,” a campaign that successfully brought an Upright MRI machine to MUSC, and learn about the impact of this life-saving technology. Tune in for Sydney’s inspiring story of turning personal adversity into advocacy!

    20 min

  7. MAY 20

    Episode 235: Revolutionizing Cancer Care with Eric Perrault of Kiyatec

    Recorded at SCbio’s 2025 annual conference, Heather and Lauren welcome Eric Perrault, the CEO of Kiyatec, a company focused on functional precision oncology. Eric discusses their exciting process, which aims to predict how individual cancer patients will respond to tailored therapies before treatment even begins. We dive into their live cell therapy, partnerships with surgeons, and much more. Tune in to learn about cutting-edge developments in personalized cancer treatment!

    14 min

  8. MAY 8

    Episode 234: Life-Saving Collaboration in the Life Sciences Industry with John Crowley, President & CEO of BIO

    Recorded at SCBio’s 2025 annual conference, hosts Heather and Matthew welcome keynote speaker John Crowley, President and CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), the world’s leading advocacy group for the life sciences industry. In this inspiring episode, John shares his personal journey in biotech, including his fight to improve his children’s lives after a rare disease diagnosis that inspired a major film, and offers insight into what lies ahead for the industry. Tune in to hear how his story and lifelong work are transforming lives and advancing science.

    10 min
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Health care is one of the fastest evolving industries and its complexities can be difficult to keep up with, let alone navigate. Join attorneys from the Maynard Nexsen Health Care Practice Group, with co-host Heather Matthews, for Taking the Pulse: a Health Care Podcast, a weekly series that takes a current look at one of America's largest industry sectors.

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