Please read my most recent blog post for @FinnPartners Health Practice. An important health issue that impacts far too many across the country #mentalhealth#compassion#homelessness https://t.co/jMH7L8Tewa
At #ViVEEvent: here's my report on @medikalife as the meeting kicks off. More than 8,000 health leaders—some 25% from the health sector's C-Suite—have descended upon the nation's Music Hub in Nashville for ViVE to discuss #digitalhealth transformation and health provider trends.
But scratch "music" and replace that with "HEALTH." The health industry contributes nearly $68 billion annually to the local economy, reflecting its significance as a primary economic driver. It is also the largest regional employer, creating some 330,000 jobs.
But #DOGE aims to slash billions from the nation's medical research budget, impacting science, jobs, and lives. @theviveevent comes at the right time and to the right place.
READ MORE: https://t.co/b0XoRgbvEN
"Prediabetes is the nation’s silent epidemic. Close to 90 million adults—more than 1 in 3 Americans—have it, and 90% don’t know they do." Conceptually, the “Make America Healthy Again Movement” Needs a Nod https://t.co/iEZXPHy1CB via @medikalife@Gil_Bashe
FINN-Partners is proud to sponsor the MedTech Conference in Malta this week, where Julie Adrian, Managing Partner and UK Health Group Lead, will be featured. Learn more: https://t.co/XTTJK7Qqw9
A Planet in Peril: Health at Risk: Why #healthtech innovators must pay attention to #climate and @COP29_AZ conversations.
My assessment on @healthtechworld.
https://t.co/TagivLznal
With the clock ticking louder and louder, counting down to irreversible climate disaster, do we have the appetite or time to avoid incremental resolution? -- @Gil_Bashe@FINNPartners https://t.co/mVoDShpVh0
The new @medikalife Top 20 influential voices on the potential of #AI and #LLMs to supercharge the health sector is out! Follow these key folks to stay ahead of the transformation curve.
https://t.co/nINUrorXBZ
We're featured on @weareaustin! Click to see our founder Eric Olson connect with @TrevorScottATX on what BetterWay blood testing is, plus how—and why—to order a BetterWay test for yourself.
Our co-founder Dr. Saunders spoke with @yahoolife about the medical treatment of obesity and how new data points are helping decrease the stigma around medical interventions like bariatric surgery. #ObesityMedicine#MedX https://t.co/Ngg94Fhwq3
To better reflect how employers, payers and patients have come to know us, we’re rebranding as FlyteHealth, powered by our patent-pending Flyte Intelligence platform. Learn more: https://t.co/6ICEfZdgjX #ObesityMedicine#FlyteHealth#MedX
Published today in Alzheimer’s Research and Therapy:
Our randomized controlled peer reviewed study showed that lifestyle medicine may significantly improve cognition and function in many patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease:
https://t.co/21xvHkNR5Z
#UnDoAlzheimers
We’re excited to announce the newest BetterWay™ blood testing innovation: the Babson Hand Warmer. Developed with biomedical engineering students from @UTAustin & produced with our partner @keytechinc for a better blood testing experience.
Read more: https://t.co/nrU7mCpfWN
🧬 This week's Austin Bio + Health Roundup showcases Central Texas' lead in healthcare innovation, important collaborations, & continued recognition for our ecosystem. 🧬
🚀 Launches, Expansions, and Milestones
@Babsondx is ushering in the future right here in Central Texas with the launch of its BetterWay™ Blood Testing Service, in collaboration with with @HEB, Peoples Rx, and @LakeHillsRx.
This epitomizes our 'living in the future' superpower, where Austin not only innovates but also becomes the first to adopt these breakthroughs locally. A big congratulations to David Stein, Eric Olson, and the entire Babson team!
Check out my short interview below with David for more on the launch and what it means.
🤝 M&A and Partnerships
The formation of the Implanted Brain Computer-Interface Collaborative Community marks a significant step in rapidly maturing the brain-implant space. It aims to foster collaboration among researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and industry leaders; including Austin's @Paradromics and @Neuralink, which boasts a significant presence in our region.
@TheHelperBees, an aging in place platform, is partnering with BBC Maestro to revolutionize holistic wellness for older adults, merging top-tier educational content with wellness practices.
🏆 Recognition
Excitingly for the ecosystem, Emerald Cloud Lab and @joinwelltheory have been spotlighted among @FastCompany's Most Innovative Companies of 2024.
This recognition highlights the exceptional work led by Brian Frezza and D.J. Kleinbaum at Emerald, and @bywallacetorres at Well Theory, showcasing Austin's leadership on the national innovation stage.
💡 Insights from Local Builders and Innovators
Eric Epstein of Austin-based Sante Ventures joined forces with Christina Farr (@chrissyfarr) of @OMERSVentures for a look at the state of the digital health VC market.
Their collaboration is featured in Christina’s Second Opinion Media Newsletter.
Innovations, insights, and launches never stop!
What’s Next?
BetterWay™ is coming this July to select @HEB, Peoples Rx, & @LakeHillsRx locations! Consumers & care providers will be able to access more convenient, less invasive blood testing with a pea-sized amount of blood collected from a fingertip.
Read more: https://t.co/yFfHfobDx0