In this episode of the End Game Podcast, host Melissa Butterworth discusses the recent transaction between Community Health Systems (CHS) and LabCorp, highlighting its significance for patient care and the healthcare industry. She provides insights into the operational aspects of the deal, the impact on lab services, and the ongoing trend of hospital divestitures in the lab sector. Melissa emphasizes the positive outcomes for patients and the strategic importance of such transactions in enhancing healthcare delivery.

Host Melissa Butterworth, founder of Advanced Strategic Partners and seasoned lab executive, is back for part two of her deep dive into the fast-growing world of direct-to-consumer testing.

In this episode, Melissa shares 10 lesser-known at-home health tests that could uncover hidden health issues—from food sensitivities and heavy metals to biological aging and even HPV. Drawing from personal experience and industry insight, she highlights which tests are worth trying, where to find them, and how they’re helping people take control of their health from the comfort of home.

If you’ve ever dreaded a colonoscopy or postponed your annual visit to the OBGYN, this episode is for you. Discover the “hidden gems” in at-home testing that could make all the difference for you or someone you love.

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In this conversation, Melissa Butterworth discusses the rise of direct-to-consumer testing, emphasizing how it empowers patients to take control of their health. She likens the market to Netflix, highlighting its convenience and personalization.

In this special solo episode of End Game: Insiders on Your Side, host Melissa Butterworth takes listeners behind the scenes of her own career journey—from pharmaceutical sales to leading one of the nation’s top M&A firms for laboratories. With her extensive background in sales, Melissa dives deep into the many sales and business development opportunities within the laboratory diagnostic industry.

From entry-level diagnostic sales representatives to high-stakes strategic account executives, Melissa breaks down the responsibilities, skills, and compensation ranges for each role. Whether you’re exploring a career in lab sales, considering a transition, or simply curious about how sales drives the diagnostics field, this episode offers valuable insight into an industry that continues to grow at 8% annually.

Tune in to learn:
✔ The different sales career paths in diagnostics
✔ Salary ranges across positions and markets
✔ Skills needed to succeed in each role
✔ Where the industry is heading and how to network your way in

In this episode of the Endgame Podcast, host Melissa Butterworth discusses the major challenges laboratories are facing in 2025, including staffing shortages, compliance pressures, and supply chain issues. She emphasizes the need for innovation and proactive strategies to navigate these hurdles, such as embracing automation, building partnerships, and investing in training programs.

In this episode, Melissa Butterworth discusses the current state and future of the clinical laboratory industry, highlighting its significance in medical decision-making, the types of labs, and the impact of technology and consolidation on the market.

In this episode of the Endgame podcast, Melissa Butterworth discusses the transformative impact of AI on the laboratory diagnostic industry. She explores how AI enhances diagnostic precision, streamlines workflows, and supports personalized medicine. The conversation highlights the significant growth of AI in pathology and its potential to revolutionize lab operations, making them more efficient and effective. Melissa emphasizes the urgency for labs to embrace AI technology to stay competitive in the evolving healthcare landscape.

In this inspiring episode of The End Game: Insiders on Your Side, host Melissa Butterworth sits down with Ravi Pulugurtha, Vice President of Operations at G3 Vision Labs, to explore the bold vision of delivering better healthcare everywhere for everyone.

Ravi shares his journey from leading roles in healthcare technology to his current mission of transforming diagnostics—making them faster, more accessible, and patient-centric. He discusses how COVID-19 exposed the urgent need for timely test results, why now is the perfect time for innovation in healthcare, and the bold steps G3 Vision Labs is taking, including plans to go public, launching a patient-focused mobile app, and integrating AI to reduce errors.

Listeners will gain insight into:

• How rapid diagnostics can save lives and improve patient outcomes
• G3 Vision Labs’ commitment to quality, trust, and transparency
• The importance of staying true to values during rapid growth
• The long-term vision for equitable, efficient, and responsive healthcare

Whether you’re a senior lab executive, healthcare innovator, or simply passionate about improving patient care, this conversation will leave you inspired about the future of diagnostics.