In this episode of "Pemba On Demand," host Dr. Norman A. Chapin converses with Dr. Hank Schiffers, an experienced healthcare consultant. The discussion focuses on healthcare entrepreneurship, particularly how physician entrepreneurs can monetize medical innovations. Dr. Schiffers shares his journey, comparing the complexities of launching products in the US and EU markets, and offers advice on navigating regulatory landscapes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics, leveraging AI in healthcare, and effective communication within organizations. The episode concludes with reflections on the value of the Physician Executive MBA program and encourages listener engagement.

• Entrepreneurship in the healthcare sector
• Monetization of medical innovations by physician entrepreneurs
• Differences between launching products in the US and EU markets
• Regulatory landscape for life science startups
• The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on healthcare innovation
• Overcoming resistance to innovation in larger healthcare organizations
• Effective communication strategies for physician entrepreneurs
• Insights from the Physician Executive MBA (PEMBA) program
• Current trends in life science innovation and regulatory changes
• Importance of understanding reimbursement processes in healthcare markets

Links and Resources:

• Physician Executive MBA at the University of Tennessee
• Dr. Hank Schiffers https://www.linkedin.com/in/hankschiffers/?originalSubdomain=de

In this episode of "Pemba On Demand," host Dr. Norman A. Chapin and guest Dr. Harvey Castro discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Dr. Norman A. Chapin introduces the episode by highlighting the Physician Executive MBA program and the focus on AI's impact on medicine. Dr. Castro, an emergency medicine physician with expertise in AI, shares his journey through the MBA program and his transition into AI. He emphasizes AI's potential to enhance both professional and personal lives for physicians, improve diagnostic accuracy, and streamline medical education. The episode underscores the importance of integrating AI thoughtfully into medical practice.

• The transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
• Insights from an emergency medicine physician with expertise in AI.
• The impact of AI on enhancing medical practices and personal efficiency.
• Experiences from the Physician Executive MBA program and its relevance to AI.
• The potential of AI to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
• The importance of integrating AI tools into everyday medical practice.
• The balance between clinical judgment and AI-generated insights.
• The implications of AI in medical education and training.
• Concerns regarding the reliability and ethical use of AI in healthcare.
• The future of AI in personal lives and its integration into daily activities.

Links and Resources:

• Physician Executive MBA at the University of Tennessee
• Dr. Harvey Castro https://www.linkedin.com/in/harveycastromd/

In this episode of the "Pemba On Demand" podcast, host Dr. Norman A. Chapin interviews Dr. Julianna Reece, Director of the Healthy Tribes program at the CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention. Dr. Reece shares her journey as a Navajo woman in public health and medicine, discussing her challenges with anatomy education and her commitment to integrating traditional healing with Western medicine. She emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant healthcare approaches and community-based initiatives to address health disparities in Indigenous and Native American communities. The episode highlights her leadership in healthcare innovation and her efforts to improve health outcomes for tribal populations.

• Overview of the Physician Executive MBA program at the University of Tennessee.
• Dr. Juliana Reece's personal and professional journey in public health and medicine.
• Cultural significance of introductions in Navajo tradition and its impact on identity.
• Challenges faced in medical education, particularly in anatomy and cadaver work.
• Integration of traditional healing practices with Western medicine.
• Focus on addressing health disparities in Indigenous and Native American communities.
• Importance of community-based initiatives and culturally relevant healthcare approaches.
• Discussion on chronic disease management and the need for holistic health strategies.
• The role of food systems and access to healthy foods in Indigenous health.
• Emphasis on collaboration and partnerships to enhance healthcare delivery and support for tribal communities.

Links and Resources:

• Physician Executive MBA at the University of Tennessee
• Julianna Reece, MD, MBA, MPH on LinkedIn
• CDC Healthy Tribes