Hi everyone.

Is it time for improvements to be made in how lab tests are performed and communicated? And could getting the results of a lab test promptly and accurately be a matter of life or death? You betcha’s the answer to these questions, at least according to my guest expert on this episode. 

That's Nathan Keele. Nate is at the forefront of lab testing. To learn what he has to say about lab testing, and some of the advances we’re seeing-- and are likely to see-- in that space, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Nate speaks about (1) how COVID has been the catalyst for significant changes taking place in lab testing and molecular diagnostics, (2) the different kinds of lab tests, including PCR tests, that are being performed these days, (3) the recent acceptance of saliva testing, and the many things that substance may have the potential to diagnose, and (4) what changes we're likely to see in the way lab testing is done in the future. In addition, Nate offers some tips you should keep in mind when having lab tests, one of which could be life saving!

Now a little bit more about Nate: Nathan Keele is a healthcare innovator and serial entrepreneur aiming to change healthcare across America. As founder of Keele Medical and co-founder of Vanguard Laboratories, he is leading an impressive team into the innovative space of saliva drug testing. Nate has successfully navigated both companies through the pandemic and into thriving businesses with strategic partnerships with industry leaders. He has been featured in articles and stories in The Top 100 magazine, Fox News, ABC123, TechBuzz News, and more.

Nate’s skills are corporate leadership, public speaking, marketing, recruiting, B2B & B2C sales, and sales management.

To learn more about Nate and his companies, please check out Vanguard Laboratories' LinkedIn page, www.vanguardlaboratories.com and www.keelemed.com

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On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their competitors, customers, and prospects, (4) "Voices in the Spotlight," our new show specifically intended to help you promote your business, its products or services, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at jeff@jeff-ostroff.com

Hi everyone.

Have you or someone you care about had a stroke? Or maybe you’re at risk of a stroke because of your health... or your family history? Regardless, do you know what you can do to help prevent a stroke.. or minimize the damage caused by one? 

My guest expert, Dr. Pam Duncan, has spent 50 years focusing on strokes. If you want to learn what she has to say about strokes-- and some of the advances we’ve seen and may yet see in preventing, diagnosing, or treating strokes-- you'll surely enjoy this episode of Health Care on the Horizon.

Among other things, Pam speaks about (1) the two most common types of strokes, (2) how many people in the United States alone suffer a stroke each year, (3) what ethnic or racial groups are more prone to strokes, (4) the most significant risk factor for getting a stroke, (5) recent and potential future medical advances which are or will help to prevent strokes or assist those who are recovering from one, and (6) what she plans to do in retirement. SPOILER ALERT: It's all about helping people who have strokes, and those who assist them in doing so.

You'll also get some great tips from Dr. Duncan on what YOU or your loved ones need to do to minimize the chance of having a stroke... or maximize your chance of recovering from one in the best way possible.

Now a little bit more about Pam: Pam Duncan is a professor of neurology at the Wake Forest Baptist Health. She holds a Ph.D. in epidemiology. Dr. Duncan is a clinician, researcher, and advocate for transforming stroke care at the policy, health system, and patient levels. 

She has secured and successfully implemented millions of dollars of funded studies from NINDS, NIA, PCORI, AHA and industry-at-large to measure post-stroke recovery, develop interventions, and evaluate those interventions for stroke recovery and secondary prevention to provide evidence guidelines and policy papers to drive change.  Pam is now transitioning her career from an academic one involving research studies. Her next career, via her new company, Care Directions, will look to scale innovative programs and products, and consult with agencies and health systems, to transform care within their organizations.

Dr. Duncan has received numerous awards, but her most cherished one is the AHA/ASA David Sherman Award she earned in 2020.  The David Sherman award recognizes lifelong contribution to advancing stroke care, research and mentoring the next generation of clinical researchers. Dr. Duncan is the only woman and the first non-physician to receive this award.

To learn more about Dr. Duncan, you can reach her after June 30, 2023 at her e-mail address, which is pduncan105@gmail.com

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On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their competitors, customers, and prospects, (4) "Voices in the Spotlight," our new show specifically intended to help you promote your business, its products or services, and (5) senior...

Hi everyone.

Do you or someone you know have a sleep problem? Millions and millions of people around the globe do.  My guest expert, Dr. Phil Gehrman, is an expert on treating people with sleep disorders and bringing the latest in sleep science to CEOs and decision makers.

Among other things, Phil talks about (1) the three most common sleep disorders, (2) what percentage of the population has sleep disorders, and what role demographics and lifestyle play in this, (3) how much sleep most people need, and (4) recent and potential future advancements which are or will help to improve our ability to diagnose and treat sleep problems.

You'll also get some great tips from Phil on how you can get a better night's sleep!

Now a little bit more about Phil: Dr. Phil Gehrman is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and a clinical psychologist at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.  He directs the Sleep, Neurobiology and Psychopathology lab at Penn. 

Dr. Gehrman has an active research program exploring the mechanisms and treatment of sleep disorders and their relationship with mental health.  He also is co-director of Optimal Sleep Consulting, which brings the latest sleep science to companies and organizations. The overarching goal of his work is to improve health and wellness through better sleep.

To learn more about Phil, please go to www.optimalsleepconsulting.com You can also find him on LinkedIn or through the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

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On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at jeff@jeff-ostroff.com