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Dr. Liz Kwo speaks with Dr. Michael Mina, Chief Science Officer at eMed, about his extraordinary journey from academia to biotech. From Buddhist monk to public health leader, Dr. Mina shares insights on diagnostics, pandemic response, and skill stacking across disciplines.

1. Skill Stacking as a Superpower

   Combining expertise in epidemiology, immunology, and diagnostics gave Dr. Mina a unique vantage point in responding to public health challenges.

2. Transitioning from Academia to Industry

   Dr. Mina opens up about leaving Harvard and finding faster execution and greater impact in the biotech world.

3. Bridging Clinical Medicine and Public Health

   Tools used in clinical settings can be repurposed as large-scale public health solutions when paired with the right vision and leadership.

4. The Role of Communication in Science

   Mina emphasizes how translating complex science into public messaging is essential for meaningful adoption and impact.

5. Diagnostics in the Age of AI and Global Crises

   Mina shares how his work at eMed is pushing forward accessible, tech-enabled diagnostic solutions for public health at scale.

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• 00:00 START – Welcome and introduction to Dr. Michael Mina

• 01:00 – Dr. Mina’s early career in engineering and public health

• 03:00 – Becoming a Buddhist monk and responding to the 2004 tsunami

• 05:00 – Transition to medicine, global public health projects, and MD/PhD

• 07:00 – Discovering measles immune amnesia and working with the WHO

• 10:00 – Role of skill stacking and how it led to pandemic diagnostic leadership

• 12:00 – Frustrations in academia and pivot to action with eMed

• 14:00 – The future of diagnostics and real-time public health tools

• 16:00 – Advice on transitioning out of academia and maximizing impact

• 18:00 – Reflections on innovation, pace, and public-private collaboration

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mina-md-phd-711918113/

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• Email: liz.kwo@everlyhealth.com

Discover how Everly Health Solutions leads the way in at-home lab testing for health plans. With a focus on convenience and effectiveness, they’ve notably boosted star ratings for numerous health plans. Learn more about their transformative impact at EverlyHealthSolutions.com.

Episode Summary:

Join Dr. Liz Kwo as she delves into a discussion with Dr. Marc Succi, a radiologist and innovator at the forefront of medical device innovation and digital health. Explore the exciting world of translational science and the impact of entrepreneurship in medicine.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Interdisciplinary Innovation: Dr. Succi emphasizes the importance of problem-solving across different disciplines, highlighting his educational journey that fused health science with practical problem-solving.

2. The Role of Education in Innovation: The creation of the Mesh Incubator at Mass General Brigham showcases how integrating innovation into medical education can transform clinical ideas into marketable innovations.

3. The Importance of Environment: Dr. Succi discusses how being in the right environment, like Boston, provides fertile ground for medical and technological advancements due to its rich ecosystem of academia and industry.

4. Leadership in Medicine: Insights into how physicians can become leaders not just in healthcare but also in innovation by leveraging their expertise to mentor and guide others in the field.

5. Future of AI in Radiology: Dr. Succi shares his perspective on the evolving role of AI in radiology, stressing that while AI enhances diagnostic capabilities, the human element remains crucial.

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Timestamps:

00:00 START

01:30 Introduction to Dr. Mike Sochi

03:15 Discussing the Mesh Incubator and its impact

07:50 Role of educational innovation in healthcare

12:30 The importance of environment for innovation

17:45 The intersection of AI and radiology

22:00 Future directions for medical innovation

26:00 Q&A with Dr. Sochi on entrepreneurship in medicine

30:00 Conclusion and final thoughts

Resources:

• EverlyHealthSolutions.com

• Digital MD Book

Connect with the Guest:

• LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Succi’s LinkedIn

Connect with Dr. Liz Kwo:

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkwo/

• Email: liz.kwo@everlyhealth.com

Discover how Everly Health Solutions leads the way in at-home lab testing for health plans. With a focus on convenience and effectiveness, they’ve notably boosted star ratings for numerous health plans. Learn more about their transformative impact at www.EverlyHealthSolutions.com

Episode Summary:

Explore the integration of leadership and technology in improving kidney care with Elizabeth Montgomery. Discover her journey from business management to spearheading initiatives at the National Kidney Foundation, aiming to revolutionize primary care for chronic kidney disease.

5 Key Takeaways:

1.The importance of a collective approach in healthcare to address chronic kidney disease.

2.How early and improved testing can significantly enhance disease management.

3.The role of cultural understanding and local contexts in implementing healthcare strategies effectively.

4.Elizabeth’s insights on leadership styles and how they influence healthcare innovation.

5.The impact of comprehensive population health strategies on chronic disease management.

Book Promo:

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Timestamps:

•00:00 START

•01:15 Introduction of Elizabeth Montgomery

•03:30 Elizabeth’s career journey and the start at Cardio Pet

•08:20 Shift to the National Kidney Foundation and the CKD Intercept initiative

•15:45 Discussion on population health and community impact

•22:00 Elizabeth’s views on leadership in healthcare

•30:25 The role of technology and innovation in kidney care

•40:10 Strategies for improving healthcare outcomes

•50:55 Closing thoughts and key messages from Elizabeth

Resources:

•Link to Everly Health Solutions

•Digital MD Book

Connect with the Guest:

•LinkedIn: Elizabeth Montgomery’s LinkedIn

Connect with Dr. Liz Kwo:

“🔗 CONNECT WITH DR. LIZ KWO:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkwo/

• Email: liz.kwo@everlyhealth.com