The Uprising Show

TopHealth Media
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Welcome to The Uprising Show where we delve into the minds of the game changers, the innovators, the visionaries, and the pioneers of the healthcare industry. The Uprising Show is hosted by Vivek Nanda, Founder of TopHealth. TopHealth is a media network focused exclusively on Thought Leadership in Healthcare. Vivek has a track record of taking several companies in B2B, SAAS, and Health-tech from zero to millions in dollars of revenue as a Marketing and Go-To-Market Leader. Join us as we speak with the people who are revolutionizing the way we think and approach healthcare. Bringing you insights and inspiration from the most impactful voices in healthcare today.

  1. 6h ago

    Why Are Employers Still Paying for a Broken Healthcare System

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Uprising Show! In today’s episode, Vivek sits down with Ben John, VP of Sales and Partnerships at Self Fund Health, to dive deep into the complexities and opportunities of self-funded healthcare. Together, they explore why chaos is so prevalent in benefits purchasing, the critical role of partnerships, and what it really takes for employers to take control and drive meaningful change in their health plans. Ben John shares insights on the journey from confusion to clarity, the challenges of changing behavior in the workplace, and why real leadership buy-in is essential for success. Whether you’re an advisor, employer, or just curious about the healthcare revolution, this is an episode packed with candid advice, hard truths, and a vision for a better, more transparent future in healthcare. Timestamps: 00:00 Shift from fully insured to self-funded 04:06 Understanding healthcare cost drivers 07:35 Employer leadership and cost savings strategy 13:11 Leadership buy-in for successful change 15:00 Improving healthcare with transparency 18:54 Appreciation and spreading education The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  2. 2d ago

    Why Direct Primary Care Delivers Better Patient Relationships and Less Burnout for Physicians

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Uprising Show! In today’s episode, Vivek sits down with Dr. Nicole Hemkes, owner and medical director of Advocate MD, to explore the world of direct primary care and how it’s transforming patient and provider experiences. Tired of the “rushed” and “factory line” style of traditional fee-for-service medicine, Dr. Hemkes shares her journey from burnout to building her own DPC practice in Madison, Wisconsin. We dive into why time and trust matter in healthcare, what employers often get wrong about quality care, and how giving patients real access to physicians can reduce costs, cut unnecessary referrals, and lead to better outcomes. Don’t miss Dr. Nicole Hemkes’ candid, rapid-fire takes on the chaos of employer healthcare and the most underrated fixes for better care. Tune in for an eye-opening look at what happens when doctors reclaim control over how they practice, and patients reap the benefits. Timestamps: 00:00 Burnout and finding fulfillment 03:47 Importance of trusted primary care The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  3. Sep 3

    Why Most Doctors Don't Know Their Practice Value Until They Sell with Jay Geier

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Uprising Show! In today’s episode, host Vivek sits down with Jay Geier, founder and CEO of The Practice Growth Institute, who brings over 30 years of expertise in the medical and dental practice space. Together, they uncover the often-overlooked factors that determine a practice’s true value and discuss why less than 3% of doctors know what their business is worth before they sell it. Jay Geier shares insights on why two seemingly identical practices can sell for vastly different amounts, emphasizing the crucial role of owner independence and building scalable systems. Drawing from his extensive experience, Jay Geier explains how to attract new patients, create a referral-based practice, and prepare for an extraordinary exit — so you’re not just running a practice, but building a real business. Whether you’re a doctor thinking about selling someday, or simply want to maximize your practice’s potential, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can use to start making changes right now. Timestamps: 00:00 Early business lessons and healthcare focus 05:34 Learning pay-per-task method 07:47 Discovering a phone system hack 11:33 Transforming Customer Experience in Dentistry 14:45 Planning for an extraordinary exit 17:07 Understanding business valuation basics 21:22 The importance of coaching and feedback 22:47 Training and developing team members 27:50 Importance of referral business 29:59 Targeting high-end clientele 32:34 Building a Strong Medical Team 36:01 Managing workaholism in healthcare workers 39:02 Focusing on patient experience The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  4. Aug 31

    Overcoming Healthcare Data Disconnects with Mehul Agarwal

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, Vivek sits down with Mehul R. Agarwal, Founder and CEO of Health Compiler, to explore the complexities of healthcare data integration and the evolution of building tech-driven solutions for the industry. Mehul R. Agarwal shares his journey from founding a healthcare integration services company in 2019, through various pivots, to creating Health Compiler, a cutting-edge data platform focused on the self-funded and direct care healthcare models. Together, they dive into the major disconnects healthcare organizations face, especially the challenges in bridging claims and clinical data, and the importance of making data truly actionable for providers, brokers, and employers. The conversation covers the art of pivoting in a startup, lessons learned from failed productization attempts, the necessity of deeply understanding customer needs, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the future of healthcare practices. Mehul R. Agarwal also offers valuable insights for clinicians looking to leverage data for better outcomes and efficiency, while discussing his vision for the company and the evolving landscape of data-driven healthcare. Timestamps: 00:00 Pivoting from Health Platform 06:00 Healthcare data integration challenges 09:12 Balancing cost and quality in healthcare 11:15 AI reducing admin tasks in healthcare 13:38 Focusing on customer-driven growth 17:50 App improves lab test communication 19:51 Refreshing memory on info The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  5. Aug 28

    How Overbilling in Healthcare Sparked a Mission to Fix the System

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Kimberly Carleson, CEO of US Beacon, to uncover the hidden truths behind healthcare billing and the fight for transparency. Kimberly shares her personal journey, sparked by her husband's stage 4 cancer diagnosis and their firsthand experience with the flaws in the healthcare system. She reveals what drove her to take full ownership of US Beacon and make it her mission to tackle rampant overbilling. Listeners will learn why most employers are in the dark about their own benefit costs, the myths surrounding claims review processes, and the crucial steps every plan sponsor should take to bring genuine oversight into their health plans. Kimberly’s candid insights expose the misaligned incentives in the system, the secret world of hospital overcharges, and her vision for a future where billing transparency is the rule — not the exception. Timestamps: 00:00 Buying 100% of U.S. Beacon 04:09 Reviewing company payment plans 06:34 HR moved from business side 11:48 Impact of DPC on providers The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  6. Aug 12

    Why Self-Funded Health Plans Are Still Broken and How Employers Can Take Control

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, we sit down with Jonathan Baran, Co-Founder and CEO of Self Fund Health, to explore the evolving landscape of self-funded healthcare plans for employers. Jonathan shares his journey from identifying Wisconsin’s persistent healthcare cost crisis to launching Self Fund Health, a company focused on empowering employers to take control of their health plan expenses. We dive deep into the chaos of the current system, the misaligned incentives at play, and the cultural and mindset shifts employers need to make, moving from simply purchasing insurance to actively buying and managing healthcare. Jonathan candidly discusses the education gaps facing employers, the obstacles posed by industry intermediaries, and why true transformation requires ownership and culture change, not just new point solutions. Whether you’re an HR leader, business owner, or healthcare professional, this conversation will give you an inside look at the challenges and opportunities awaiting those brave enough to challenge the status quo and reclaim control over healthcare costs. Timestamps: 00:00 Explaining health plan models 05:47 Buying Affordable Healthcare Strategies 07:40 Understanding employer challenges in healthcare costs 13:02 Managing Healthcare Costs Like Steel 14:59 Understanding Self-Funding in Healthcare 19:09 Focus on movement, not sales The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  7. Aug 6

    Changing Healthcare One Step at a Time with Madeline Smith

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Uprising Show! In this episode, we sit down with Madeline Smith, founder and CEO of MADDRS LLC, Making a Difference, Directing Real Strategy, to explore the transformative power of collective action within the healthcare industry. Madeline describes the organized chaos behind industry summits, the importance of creating a collaborative, sales-free space for innovation, and her hopes for the movement’s growth over the next few years. She shares her vision for democratizing information, bringing in voices from the legal and regulatory side, and motivating attendees to enact real change. Madeline also discusses her three-part book series, designed to educate employers, empower patients, and guide industry insiders, all aiming to arm individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to challenge the status quo in healthcare. Stay tuned as we unpack frustration into motivation and discover how small changes by many can reshape an entire industry. Timestamps: 00:00 Balancing healthcare and event planning 04:55 Writing book to guide industry Buy Madeline's Book - Saltytxk - https://www.saltytxk.com/product-page/mofo Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Lotta-this-MoFo-Navigating-ebook/dp/B0BLDMZ3NF The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

  8. Aug 3

    How Self-Funded Plans Can Revolutionize Healthcare: Adam McCall’s Vision for Employers and Families

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Uprising Show! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Adam McCall, a family physician from Northwest Arkansas, owner of Advanced Primary Care, and co-founder of OneStone Physician Advisory Group. Dr. McCall shares his journey from aspiring general surgeon to becoming a passionate advocate for family medicine and advanced primary care. We explore why he believes the current healthcare landscape is in a state of chaos, how employers hold the power to drive real change through self-funded health plans, and what challenges and opportunities exist for companies seeking to provide better care for their employees. Tune in for an insightful discussion on quality, cost, and the future of healthcare as Dr. McCall emphasizes the importance of community, transparency, and truly understanding the needs of both patients and employers. Timestamps: 00:00 Discovering a passion for obstetrics 04:44 Rethinking Healthcare with Self-Funded Plans 06:47 Understanding Employee Healthcare Costs 12:02 Importance of broker relationships 13:11 Impact of health benefits on employees 17:19 Attending Self Fund Summit The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

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Welcome to The Uprising Show where we delve into the minds of the game changers, the innovators, the visionaries, and the pioneers of the healthcare industry. The Uprising Show is hosted by Vivek Nanda, Founder of TopHealth. TopHealth is a media network focused exclusively on Thought Leadership in Healthcare. Vivek has a track record of taking several companies in B2B, SAAS, and Health-tech from zero to millions in dollars of revenue as a Marketing and Go-To-Market Leader. Join us as we speak with the people who are revolutionizing the way we think and approach healthcare. Bringing you insights and inspiration from the most impactful voices in healthcare today.

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    TopHealth Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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