Healthcare Uprising
This interview-based podcast shares stories and perspectives from TWO sides of the healthcare universe to tell a story: First, we seek to shine a light on the movers, shakers, and innovators across the healthcare industry. This includes everything from the tech and digital-based startups providing care and services to patients, to the academics and the medical researchers changing healthcare from inside our educational institutions, to the clinical, biomedical, and medical equipment organizations bringing innovation to our homes, phones and doctor’s offices. It gives a platform to those who are helping to change how healthcare is accessed, delivered, and experienced, for so many Americans. And secondly and equally as important, to truly add the human side of healthcare to this podcast, we’re weaving in real stories about real people who have had not-so-great, and maybe even some really great, experiences, on their healthcare journeys.In the end our goal, as much as possible, is to tell stories about many aspects of healthcare from a variety of vantage points, building a deeper understanding, appreciation of, and empathy for both the patients and the experiences of everyday Americans and how, hopefully, the US healthcare industry is addressing and improving it day-by-day. What’s especially unique about this podcast is that you have a healthcare industry veteran coupled with an average American to bring levity, authenticity, and a ”real” human perspective to these conversations so they don’t get too clinical, too in the weeds or complex that you have no idea what we’re talking about. This podcast is for everyone who cares about healthcare. Also available in video format on YouTube and Patreon!
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3 days ago
3 days ago
Today’s discussion is with Monica Rutkowski Grippo, the founder and CEO of Rhea, a community supporting women through pregnancy loss & infertility (in beta). And our vision is bigger: a single, trusted resource for women's health needs. Monica nevers wants any woman to walk alone after pregnancy loss or infertility struggles so the Rhea community was born out of her own personal circumstances where the community she needed and wanted didn’t exist. So she’s creating it. At Rhea, their mission is to empower women to step into their reproductive power.
You can find Rhea Community @ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rheacommunity
4 days ago
4 days ago
Highlights from our discussion with Monica Grippo, founder of Rhea Community for women suffering trauma from infertility and pregnancy loss.
You can find Rhea Community @ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rheacommunity
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
This episode highlights the ongoing maternal health crisis in the U.S., a troubling reality for such a developed nation. It’s encouraging to see companies like Delfina tackling this issue, especially with a provider-first approach that supports clinicians under pressure. The return of doula support is also powerful—doulas truly can make a difference. For pregnant patients, Delfina offers peace of mind, access to vital information, and early insight into risks like pre-eclampsia.
https://www.delfina.com/
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Highlights from our conversation with Isabel "Izzie" Fulcher PhD. from Delfina.
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Kiran Kumar is the CEO of Timeless Biotech, a reproductive longevity company that has prototyped the first-ever time-to-menopause predicting algorithm. And with this she’s created the MenoTime Predictor, an at home test kit that collects a simple blood sample that delivers you actionable results.
A seasoned digital marketer and biotechnology engineer from UC San Diego, Kiran brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and brand-building expertise to the longevity space. Her work sits at the intersection of biohacking, longevity, and machine learning, with a strong focus on translating cutting-edge biotech into consumer-facing solutions.
https://www.timelessbiotech.com/
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
Highlights from our conversation with Kiran Kumar from Timeless Biotech in episode 20.
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Endometriosis is far more common than most probably realize, and the fact that it often goes undiagnosed for an average of 10 years is eye-opening. The severity of its symptoms makes it clear that better awareness and management tools are essential. With the rise of technology and AI, apps like Endo45 are meeting this need, allowing people to track symptoms and take a more active role in their healthcare. Just as there’s an app for everything, it makes sense to integrate this approach into condition management. By empowering patients with data, these tools enhance the quality and efficiency of time spent with doctors, ultimately improving care and outcomes.
Resources:
Check out Endo45 and download their app @ https://www.endo45.co.nz/
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Highlights from our conversation with Juliet Oliver from Endo45 about ending endometriosis.
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Menopause isn’t a new thing, but it’s definitely getting a heckuva lot more attention these days. We’ve got decades of conversations that didn’t happen to make up for, and women of a certain age, like Kristina and the two Heathers, all middle age perimenopausal women, are not afraid to scream it from the mountaintops. “I have perimenopause and it kind of sucks!” No holding back on this very candid and hilarious conversation about experiencing menopause in real time. So enjoy the ride, and if you can’t cry, you definitely have to laugh!
References:
Midi Health: https://www.joinmidi.com/
**the herbal medicine Heather referred to in reference to her acupuncture was Guanyin Pearls
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
Highlights from our discussion about going through menopause with Kristina and Heather.