Ventured UPMC Enterpises

On this episode of Ventured, your host Alexander Zorub sits down with William (Will) Kaigler, CEO of sovaSage, Inc. and Professor of Entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University to explore the intersection of academia, entrepreneurship, and health care. The two discuss the current state of sleep apnea and how Will’s background as an entrepreneur and professor, along with his experience in building technology companies, has positioned sovaSage as a leader in the field. They touch on ho...

In this episode of the Ventured, your host Mary Beth Navarra-Sirio dives into the world of infectious diseases and telemedicine with our guest, Dr. Rima Abdel Massih, President & CEO of Infectious Disease Connect (ID Connect). Dr. Abdel Massih shares her remarkable journey from clinician to leading ID Connect. We explore the company's mission, unique features, and their collaboration with UPMC and UPMC Enterprises. Dr. Abdel Massih sheds light on ID Connect’s innovative approa...

Join host Rob Moss as he welcomes guests Rick Pollick, Agilist Manager, and Mark Wuslich, Scrum Master, both from the MyUPMC team at UPMC Enterprises. In this episode, we dive into the role of the MyUPMC Agility team and their impact on the digital front door to the largest integrated health system in Pennsylvania. We discuss notable projects undertaken by the MyUPMC Agility team, exploring how Agile methodologies were implemented and the challenges encountered along the way...

Embark on a transformative journey from 2023 to the anticipations of 2024 in this episode of Ventured. Your host, Rob Moss, is joined by health care experts Joe Pohl and Randall Dye as they discuss pivotal moments and emerging trends in the industry. Joe and Randall recap the key trends, investment signals, and takeaways from 2023, offering insights into what could lie ahead for health care in 2024.Join us for an insightful exploration of the past, present, and future of health care, where in...

In this episode, your host Rob Moss explores the genomics journey at UPMC with our guest, Ed Smith, Senior Director of Clinical Genomics Services. Rob and Ed dive deep into the transformative journey that takes us from DNA to diagnosis. Ed shares his insights into how UPMC is harnessing the power of genomics to revolutionize patient care and research. You’ll discover the profound impact of genomics on health care, as we unravel the story behind UPMC's pivotal role in pushing the b...

Join your host Rob Moss as we discuss the disparities that persist in women’s health care, where according to recent studies, women often face a four-year lag in diagnosis for over 700 diseases, a 50% higher risk of heart attack misdiagnosis, and a seven-year journey to an endometriosis diagnosis. Rob is joined by his colleagues at UPMC Enterprises, Anna Mamo, Kathryn Heffernan, and Varsha Raj, who bring their expertise to the table. Together, they explore the pressing questions surround...