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  • Breaking the Gender Gap in Healthcare: The Bold Innovations Shaping Women’s Futures

    Breaking the Gender Gap in Healthcare: The Bold Innovations Shaping Women’s Futures
    Aug 19 2025
    What if a tampon could diagnose infections—not just absorb them? In this fiery episode of HIT Like A Girl, guest host Demi Radeva sits down with Valentina Milanova, founder and CEO of Daye, live from HLTH Europe. Valentina’s mission? To smash the gender care gap with biotech breakthroughs—starting with diagnostic tampons that could rewrite women’s healthcare. From CBD-infused tampons to cutting-edge diagnostics, Valentina shares her relentless pursuit of innovation—and why Europe could become the epicenter of the women’s health revolution. But progress isn’t just about technology. It’s about listening to women, challenging outdated systems, and proving that investing in femtech isn’t charity—it’s economic genius. 🔥 Why You Should Listen: The shocking gap in women’s health R&D—and how Daye’s diagnostic tampons could change the game. From CBD to biotech: Valentina’s pivot from period pain relief to precision diagnostics—and what customer feedback taught her. "HLTH Europe was a wake-up call": Why Europe is primed to lead the women’s health revolution (and what’s holding it back). The trillion-dollar case for women’s health: How closing the gender care gap could boost economies—and humanity. Valentina doesn’t just diagnose problems—she builds solutions. Tune in to learn how her work could help women and AFAB individuals reclaim their health—and their potential. 📌 Episode Timeline: 00:00 | Welcome to a Healthcare Game-Changer 00:44 | Valentina’s Journey: From Frustration to Founder 02:02 | The Tampon of the Future? Inside Day’s Biotech Leap 03:52 | How Women’s Feedback Shapes Real Innovation 05:01 | Health Europe’s Biggest Lessons (And Missed Opportunities) 06:59 | The Fight for Funding—And Why Femtech Isn’t a “Niche” 08:33 | The Future: Where Daye—And Women’s Health—Go Next 💡 Listen now—and discover how one company is turning tampons into tech—and inequality into action. Stay Connected: 👉 Follow Valentina Milanova on LinkedIn 👉 Learn more about Daye 🎧 This episode was recorded live at #HLTHEurope2025—the world’s most important event on health innovation.
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  • Revolutionizing Women’s Health: The Breakthrough in Continuous Hormone Monitoring

    Revolutionizing Women’s Health: The Breakthrough in Continuous Hormone Monitoring
    Aug 12 2025
    What if women could track their hormones as easily as blood sugar? In this electrifying episode of HIT Like A Girl, guest host Demi Radeva sits down with Anna Luisa Schaffgotsch, founder & CEO of Impli, to discuss a game-changing innovation: real-time, continuous hormone monitoring. From IVF and menopause to PCOS and beyond, Anna Luisa’s work is bridging the gap between data and precision care—finally giving women the insights they deserve. But this isn’t just about technology. It’s about disrupting a system that has long ignored women’s health, challenging biases in funding, and building sustainable solutions that put patients first. 🔥 Key Takeaways You Won’t Want to Miss: Why hormone monitoring is the next frontier in women’s health—and how Impli’s device could change everything. The shocking gaps in women’s healthcare data—and how better tracking can combat inequality. The uphill battle for funding in femtech—and what it takes to build a scalable, mission-driven business. How precision data could revolutionize fertility, menopause care, and chronic conditions—saving time, money, and suffering. Anna Luisa doesn’t just share her vision—she issues a call to action for investors, healthcare leaders, and advocates to demand better for women’s health. 📌 Episode Timestamps: 00:00 | Meet Anna Luisa: The Woman Behind the Innovation 01:06 | From Frustration to Disruption: Why She Built Impli 02:19 | The Stark Reality of Women’s Health Tech (And How to Fix It) 06:15 | Data, Precision Care, and the Future of Hormone Health 09:22 | The Social Fight Hidden in Women’s Healthcare 10:58 | How You Can Be Part of the Change Stay Connected: 👉 Follow Anna Luisa Schaffgotsch on LinkedIn 👉 Learn more about Impli 🎧 This episode was recorded live at #HLTHEurope2025—the world’s most important event on health innovation.
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  • Why Gender Equality in Global Health Is Still a Fight—And How We Can Win It

    Why Gender Equality in Global Health Is Still a Fight—And How We Can Win It
    Aug 5 2025
    Despite decades of progress, women’s health remains narrowly defined by reproduction, research still overlooks gender disparities, and harmful norms continue shaping health outcomes worldwide. So how do we build a future where global health truly serves everyone? In this powerful episode of HIT Like A Girl, guest host Demi Radeva sits down with Anna Coates, the Senior Gender Technical Lead at the World Health Organization (WHO), to unpack the unfinished battle for gender equity in health. With 18 years in the UN system and deep roots in Latin America, Anna reveals: The blind spots in women’s health: Why global frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) still fail to address women’s health beyond pregnancy and maternal care. The data gap: How biased research undermines progress—and WHO’s push for better science and representation. The power of norms: How stereotypes harm both women’s access to care and men’s health outcomes. Real-world solutions: Key partnerships and policies creating more equitable health systems—from grassroots advocacy to institutional reform. Anna also shares hard-won advice for young women in global health, urging them to claim their expertise and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re in public health, an advocate for equality, or simply curious about the forces shaping health worldwide, this conversation is a rallying cry—and a roadmap. Listen now to learn how we can turn commitments into real change. 00:21 Anna Coates' Career Journey 01:19 Progress and Gaps in Women's Health Equity 04:15 Impact of Gender Norms on Health 06:32 Importance of Gender Representation in Research 09:12 WHO's Role in Gender-Equitable Health Systems 17:56 Advice for Young Women in Global Health Stay Connected: 👉 Follow Anna Coates on LinkedIn 👉 Learn more about WHO 🎧 This episode was recorded live at #HLTHEurope2025—the world’s most important event on health innovation.
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  • Why Your Stethoscope Needs a Megaphone: Women in Medicine Take On Power

    Why Your Stethoscope Needs a Megaphone: Women in Medicine Take On Power
    Jul 29 2025
    What happens when medicine’s most fearless leaders gather to dismantle systemic barriers? Guest host Dana Trampas brings you frontline access from the Women in Medicine Summit, sitting down with Dr. Shikha Jain—triple board-certified oncologist, founder of the Women in Medicine Summit, and a thunderous voice for change. This isn’t just another healthcare conference. It’s a battle plan for equity, where pioneers like Dr. Jain and speakers including Hillary Phelps tackle medicine’s toughest crises: Why gender disparities still hemorrhage talent from healthcare—and how to suture the wound. The legislative earthquakes shaking patient care (and how doctors must grab the megaphone). Social media’s double-edged scalpel: How physicians can combat misinformation without burning out. The shocking absence of doctors in politics—and why every prescription pad should come with a campaign plan. New this year: Explosive sessions on negotiation mastery, clinical women’s health breakthroughs, and resilience tactics for an industry on the brink. 🎧 Episode Highlights 00:00 | Dana Trampas Takes the Mic: Why This Summit Changes Everything 01:42 | Behind the Scenes: The Game-Changing Additions to This Year’s Event 04:42 | Dr. Jain’s Firestarter Take: “Gender Equity Isn’t Nice—It’s Nonnegotiable” 06:59 | Public Health in the Post-Truth Era: How Doctors Can Outshout Misinformation 10:09 | From Clinic to Twitter: Why Physicians Must Claim Their Space Online 12:58 | “We Need 100 More Doctors in Congress”—The Policy Prescription Medicine Needs 17:09 | Lightning Round: Dr. Jain’s Unfiltered Takes on Burnout, Leadership & More 20:08 | Your Invitation to the Revolution (Sept 18-20) 💡 Why Listen? You’ll get summit-level insights without a $2,000 ticket. Actionable tools to combat disparities in your own institution. A rallying cry for every healthcare pro tired of “just coping” with broken systems. 🗓️ Join the movement at the Women in Medicine Summit (Sept 18-20)—where the most urgent conversations in healthcare begin. 🔗 Learn more & register: https://www.womeninmedicinesummit.org/ 🔗 Follow Dr. Shikha Jain 🔗 Subscribe for more no-filter healthcare truth-telling #WomenInMedicine #HealthcareEquity #MedTwitter #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcarePolicy
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    23 m
  • Care Anywhere, Challenges Everywhere: Laura Rogers Spills the Tea at ViVE (HIT Like a Girl Crossover!)

    Care Anywhere, Challenges Everywhere: Laura Rogers Spills the Tea at ViVE (HIT Like a Girl Crossover!)
    May 6 2025
    Beyond the Hospital Walls: Ensuring Safety, Security & Equity in the "Care Anywhere" Era As care delivery expands beyond traditional hospital settings, critical questions emerge: How do we safeguard patient safety and cybersecurity in decentralized care? What does it take to ensure equitable access to high-quality care for all? In this episode of HITea with Grace, Grace Vinton sits down with Laura Rogers, Senior Director of Healthcare Strategy at SHI International, to explore how the "Care Anywhere" model is reshaping healthcare. They discuss: 🔹 The Driving Forces – Why home-based care is gaining momentum 🔹 Tech & Infrastructure – The IT backbone needed to support remote care 🔹 Key Challenges – From cybersecurity risks to reimbursement barriers 🔹 The Gender Impact – How this shift affects women, who often balance their own health with caregiving duties What innovations are making "Care Anywhere" possible? What hurdles remain? Tune in for insights that could redefine the future of care delivery! 💡 Brought to you by the HIT Like a Girl Podcast and HITea with Grace – amplifying women’s voices in health IT.
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    23 m
  • Transforming Healthcare Through Interoperability and Innovation

    Transforming Healthcare Through Interoperability and Innovation
    Apr 22 2025
    🎙️ What does it take to create a healthcare system that truly works for everyone? In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, host Demi Radeva sits down with Kristen Valdes, founder and CEO of b.well Connected Health, to explore how interoperability and innovation are reshaping the future of healthcare. Kristen shares her journey from working with Medicare and Medicaid Services to developing one of the first private Medicare Advantage plans. The conversation dives into: The critical role of interoperability in breaking down barriers to data sharing. How federal mandates and consumer expectations are driving the need for seamless digital experiences. The importance of partnerships—from big tech companies like Samsung to healthcare providers—in advancing innovation. Why policy changes are essential to improving access and equity in healthcare. 💡 Kristen’s vision for the future of healthcare is one where technology empowers consumers, simplifies complexity, and bridges gaps in care. Key Moments: ⏱️ 01:19 | Policy Shifts and Industry Changes ⏱️ 02:52 | Interoperability Challenges and Solutions ⏱️ 05:28 | Consumer Expectations in Healthcare ⏱️ 07:32 | The Future of Digital Health and Partnerships ⏱️ 09:51 | Enabling and Educating Providers ⏱️ 11:36 | Innovations and Partnerships Driving Change ⏱️ 15:00 | Bold Predictions for the Future of Digital Health 🎧 Tune in to hear Kristen’s inspiring insights on how interoperability and innovation are transforming healthcare—and what it means for patients, providers, and policymakers alike. Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about healthcare innovation, interoperability, and the future of consumer-driven care. Kristen’s expertise and vision offer a roadmap for creating a more connected, accessible, and equitable healthcare system.
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  • Closing the Last Mile: AI's Role in Healthcare Transformation

    Closing the Last Mile: AI's Role in Healthcare Transformation
    Apr 15 2025
    🎙️ How can AI bridge the gap between data and actionable insights in healthcare? In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, hosts Demi Radeva and Kim Perry, Chief Growth Officer of emtelligent, dive into the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. Kim shares her expertise on the evolution of clinical AI, particularly Natural Language Processing (NLP), and how it’s turning unstructured data into actionable insights. The conversation explores: The progress and challenges of AI-driven documentation in healthcare. Why accuracy and transparency are non-negotiable in AI solutions. The critical role of healthcare-specific NLP tools in improving operational efficiency. How policy shifts and technological expertise are shaping the future of healthcare innovation. 💡 Kim’s insights highlight the importance of closing the “last mile” in healthcare AI—where data meets real-world impact. Key Moments: ⏱️ 01:03 | Current Trends and Challenges in Healthcare AI ⏱️ 02:34 | The Role of NLP in Clinical Documentation ⏱️ 03:46 | Overcoming Barriers to AI Adoption ⏱️ 07:34 | The Future of AI in Healthcare ⏱️ 10:19 | Conclusion and Final Thoughts 🎧 Tune in to discover how AI is revolutionizing healthcare—one insight at a time. Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in AI, healthcare innovation, and the future of data-driven care. Kim’s expertise offers a roadmap for leveraging AI to improve efficiency, accuracy, and patient outcomes.
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  • Exploring AI and Innovation in Healthcare: A Conversation with Patti Hayward

    Exploring AI and Innovation in Healthcare: A Conversation with Patti Hayward
    Apr 8 2025
    🎙️ How can we harness the power of AI to transform healthcare while keeping humanity at the center? In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, host Demi Radeva sits down with Patty Hayward, a trailblazer in healthcare IT with over 25 years of experience. Patty shares her fascinating journey from conservation biology to tackling some of the biggest challenges in healthcare IT, including automation, AI integration, and improving systems for both payers and providers. The conversation dives into: The delicate balance between science and art in healthcare innovation. How AI is reshaping patient experiences, from diagnostics to care delivery. The importance of managing bias, ensuring data security, and fostering responsible AI adoption. The role of empathy and intentionality in policy-making and technology design. 💡 Patty’s insights are a powerful reminder that technology is not just about efficiency—it’s about enhancing human connection and care. Key Moments: ⏱️ 00:14 | Patty Hayward’s Journey into Healthcare ⏱️ 01:28 | The Intersection of Science and Art in Healthcare ⏱️ 02:05 | Policy Shifts and the Role of AI in Healthcare ⏱️ 03:23 | Real-World Applications of AI in Healthcare ⏱️ 04:37 | Responsible AI Adoption: Managing Bias and Ensuring Security ⏱️ 06:48 | How Technology is Transforming Patient Interactions ⏱️ 10:39 | Women Leading the Charge in Healthcare Technology ⏱️ 13:07 | Patty’s Message to Policymakers: Empathy and Intentionality Matter 🎧 Tune in to hear Patty’s inspiring story and learn how we can shape a future where technology and humanity work hand in hand. Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about AI, healthcare innovation, and the human side of technology. Patty’s expertise and perspective offer a roadmap for creating a healthcare system that’s not only smarter but also more compassionate.
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