Hospital systems often struggle with outdated processes that waste time and money. Addressing inefficiencies in supply chain management can reduce overstock, prevent costly errors, and improve patient care. What’s holding hospitals back, and how can HealthTech startups help?

In this episode you’ll hear about:

👉🏻 Challenges of inefficiency and inaccuracy in hospital administration and supply chain management

👉🏻 AI-driven solutions for streamlining inventory and forecasting medical supply needs

👉🏻 The importance of integrating healthtech solutions with existing electronic health records

👉🏻 Leveraging AI to reduce manual administrative tasks and optimize patient safety

Our guest is Dr. Costas Fantis, Founder and the CEO of Encode Health

Dr. Costas Fantis is an accomplished and innovative leader in the field of digital health and neurosurgery, currently the founder and the CEO of Encode Health. His medical career is distinguished by a profound commitment to merging cutting-edge technology with clinical expertise to revolutionize healthcare delivery.

A medically trained doctor with a specialist interest in neurosurgery, Dr. Fantis completed his degree in Neurosurgery with outstanding achievement and has conducted pivotal research on the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in neurosurgery at Buckingham University (UK). His work in this area, particularly on molecular diagnostics and AI in gliomas, has garnered recognition and led to presentations at esteemed conferences such as the Society of British Neurosurgeons.

Prior to his role at Encode Health, Dr. Fantis was the lead surgical officer at Touch Surgery in London. There, he pioneered the innovative use of app-based platforms to teach surgery. He collaborated with world-renowned surgeons and medical device corporations, distilling complex surgical procedures into accessible, animated guides that have trained surgeons globally. This role underscored his ability to translate high-level surgical techniques into practical, digital learning tools, enhancing surgical education worldwide.

In addition to his surgical and digital health expertise, Dr. Fantis has also contributed significantly to gynecology through his work at Dr. Morton’s, where he facilitated remote consultations in both primary and secondary care. His entrepreneurial spirit was evident early in his career when he founded and operated the largest medical summer school, providing crucial guidance to aspiring medical students on entering their chosen specialties.

Dr. Fantis's diverse background also includes military service as a tank driver, showcasing his adaptability and resilience. His multifaceted experiences have fueled his passion for leveraging technology, particularly AI, to bridge the gap between medical supply and clinical demand, ultimately transforming healthcare delivery.

Dr. Fantis continues to push the boundaries of medical innovation, driven by a vision to enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare processes through digital solutions and AI. His dynamic career and unwavering dedication make him a trailblazer in the integration of technology in medicine.

You can find our guest here:

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cos-fantis-02b7b960/

👉🏻 cosfantis@encodehealth.com

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Personalized care is the future. But how do we get there? AI could be the solution - predicting the most effective obesity therapies by analyzing patient data. This would bring smarter care plans that don’t rely on trial and error. How close are we to unlocking this approach?

In this episode you’ll hear about:

👉🏻 Leveraging AI for personalized obesity treatment

👉🏻 The role of technology in scaling healthcare solutions

👉🏻 Innovative approaches to obesity management

👉🏻 Developing patient-centered technology

👉🏻 Innovations to prevent clinician burnout

Our guest is Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, MFOMA - Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of knownwell

Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, MFOMA is the current past president of the Obesity Medicine Association. She practiced primary care for 10 years before becoming a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine in 2012. She is currently the Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of knownwell, a comprehensive longitudinal obesity treatment and primary care clinic focused on delivering unbiased non-stigmatizing care for patients with obesity throughout the country. She is a former Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard University, the former co-director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Weight Center, a current ex-officio board member of the Obesity Action Coalition, and a founding member of the Massachusetts Coalition for Action on Obesity. Dr. Fitch is board-certified in obesity medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics.

You can find our guest here:

👉🏻 https://www.knownwell.co/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelafitchmd/

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Veteran healthcare investor and Woman Centered CEO, Dr. Mitzi Krockover, reveals insider strategies for FemTech founders facing the industry's toughest funding challenges. Learn why investors often miss the $1T women's health market opportunity – and how innovative startups can change their minds.

In this episode, you'll unlock:

🔹Investment psychology: understand what really drives investor decisions in women's health

🔹Pitch mastery: craft compelling narratives that resonate with investors beyond reproductive health

🔹Market positioning: leverage emerging FemTech trends to strengthen your funding case

🔹Regulatory navigation: turn compliance requirements into competitive advantages

🔹Scaling strategies: build inclusive solutions that capture diverse market segments

Whether you're preparing for your seed round or scaling to Series A, this episode delivers battle-tested insights from both sides of the table. Essential listening for FemTech founders ready to transform investor skepticism into enthusiastic backing. Check it out!

Our guest today is Mitzi Krockover, M.D., the Founder and CEO of Woman Centered, LLC and the host and producer of the Beyond the Paper Gown podcast

The Beyond the Paper Gown podcast inspires and informs women to achieve their optimal health. In addition to her work in podcasting, Dr. Krockover is a Managing Director at Golden Seeds, an angel investment organization that focuses on funding early-stage companies led by women. She co-leads the Health Sector Committee at Golden Seeds.

Prior to her current roles, Dr. Krockover served as the founding Medical Director of the Iris Cantor-UCLA Women's Health Center and as Vice President of Women's Health at Humana Inc.

Dr. Krockover is a Board-Certified internist who received her undergraduate degree from Washington University, her medical degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and completed her internal medicine residency at Northwestern McGaw Medical Center.

In addition to her entrepreneurial and investment work, Dr. Krockover serves on the boards of the Institute for Mental Health Research, the Black Women's Health Imperative, and Springboard's Women's Health Innovation Council.

With her extensive experience in women's healthcare, her background in both clinical and business roles, and her leadership within the angel investing community, Dr. Krockover is well-positioned to provide valuable insights on the current state and future of women's health innovation.

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👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzikrockover/ 👉🏻 https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/

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