Healthcare Americana
328 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsPeople are lost navigating healthcare. Doctors are forced to treat their patients like an assembly line. An emphasis on production works in a factory making widgets, but not with people. Direct Primary Care changes all of this.
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The Fight for Health Freedom
May 30, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Twila Brase, the co-founder and president of the Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom. With a wealth of experience as a registered nurse and a healthcare policy advocate, Twila sheds light on the pressing issues in our healthcare system, from the pitfalls of the Affordable Care Act to the stark realities of patient data privacy under HIPAA. Listeners will hear a discussion that uncovers the hidden dynamics of so...
A CPA's View on Direct Primary Care
May 23, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode of the Healthcare Americana podcast, host Christopher Habig sits down with Mario Miranda, a South Florida-based CPA specializing in healthcare finance. The two dig into the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model and explore its potential to revolutionize healthcare in the U.S. Mario Miranda brings his extensive experience with U.S. physicians and insights from the Cuban healthcare system to the table. He discusses how restrictive U.S. healthcare practices compare to the free-market...
The Power of Data Integrity in Healthcare
May 16, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MBOn this Healthcare Americana episode, Christopher Habig is joined by veteran healthcare analyst Brian Wikle. Together, they shed light on the profound impact of data accuracy on patient outcomes and the indispensable relationship between data integrity and patient-doctor bonds. Brian Wikle emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining data integrity within patient records and invites listeners to envision a healthcare system where data accuracy isn't just a priority but a reflexive comm...
Direct Primary Dermatology: Modernizing Solutions with Dr. Beth Goldstein
May 09, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig invites Dr. Beth Goldstein, co-founder of Modern Ritual, to explore the transformative power of direct specialty care in dermatology. Dr. Goldstein, who has embraced the direct care model in her practice, sheds light on how this innovative approach is reshaping not only primary care but also various specialties across the medical practice spectrum. Dr. Goldstein highlights the pressing need for improved access to dermatological...
Gold Direct Care’s Dr. Jeffrey Gold on The Direct Primary Care Industry
May 02, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBIn this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Jeffrey Gold of Gold Direct Care sits down with Christopher Habig to discuss the intricacies and challenges of the healthcare system, particularly focusing on the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Dr. Gold offers insightful perspectives based on his firsthand experience as a practicing physician. The conversation covers into the fundamental question of why the current healthcare system, largely controlled by business interests and bureaucracy, often fai...
Employee Health Matters: Navigating Fiduciary Responsibilities in Benefits
April 25, 2024 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55 MBIn this episode, Christopher Habig engages in a profound discussion with expert Chris Deacon from VerSan Consulting on the crucial topic of employer fiduciary responsibility in healthcare. As they unravel the complexities of this responsibility, they offer valuable insights into recent lawsuits, market dynamics, and the pivotal role of employers in shaping the future of healthcare. The conversation touches on the concept of fiduciary responsibility and its implications for employers in heal...
Inside the Medical Education System
April 18, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig engages in a candid discussion with an anonymous medical student serving as guest. The guest's anonymity underscores the sensitive nature of the topics discussed, particularly the influence of politics and ideology in medical education and healthcare policy. FreedoMDstudent sheds light on instances of ideological bias in essay prompts and residency application processes. The conversation goes into the ramifications of political...
From Capitol Hill to Patient Care: Bridging the Gap
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig engages in a compelling discussion with Charles Sauer, President of The Market Institute. Together, they explore the intricate intersection of healthcare policy, market dynamics, and innovation, shedding light on key insights that affect the healthcare landscape. Sauer shares his expertise on various topics, including the role of profit motive in healthcare, the concept of opportunity cost in patient care, and the impact of pol...
AI as a Medical Ally: Enhancing Doctor-Patient Care Without Replacing Human Expertise
April 04, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig and Dr. Ronald Razmi explore the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming healthcare and its potential impact on patient care. Dr. Razmi explains that AI operates as a statistical tool that analyzes data to uncover valuable insights and enhance decision-making processes. The conversation highlights AI's effectiveness in managing vast datasets within healthcare, such as genomic and microbiome data. Despite its pot...
Driving Change: Green Imaging's Impact on Affordable, High-Quality Care
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig is joined by Dr. Cristin Dickerson, founder of Green Imaging, to discuss the innovative world of direct care and its intersection with transparent, affordable medical imaging. Dr. Dickerson explains how Green Imaging was founded to solve the problem of unaffordable imaging in her community and how it has expanded to provide savings and improved quality in employer health plans. Dr. Dickerson also highlights the importance of transpar...
FMMA 2024 Annual Conference: Back to the Future
March 21, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBIn this two-part episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig talks with two of the most prominent figures in the Direct Primary Care Movement. First, he interviews Jay Kempton, the president and CEO of the Kempton Group and the founder of the FMMA. Together, they explore the FMMA's mission to foster transparency, quality, and affordability in healthcare by facilitating connections between buyers and sellers in the free market. They discuss the organization's efforts to educate stakeho...
Navigating Healthcare: Direct Primary Care and the Future of Patient Navigation
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, Christopher Habig discusses the importance of care navigation in the healthcare system with Doug Geinzer of High Performance Navigation. They explore the challenges patients face in finding the right care, the role of direct primary care in simplifying the healthcare experience, and the impact of technology and data in enhancing care navigation. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of patient navigation and the goal of making healthcare more accessible and a...
Unplugging from the System: A Journey into Direct Primary Care
March 07, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig explores the transformative potential of Direct Primary Care (DPC) with Dr. Mazhar Khan from FreedomDoc at Westfield Premier. They discuss DPC's patient-centered approach, emphasizing quality healthcare based on patient value rather than traditional metrics. Dr. Khan shares compelling anecdotes illustrating DPC's effectiveness in providing comprehensive care for complex conditions, facilitated by unrestricted time with patients. Refl...
Beyond Chemotherapy: Rethinking Cancer Treatment with Dr. Mark Dybul
December 21, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBJoin Christopher Habig in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Mark Dybul, CEO of Renovaro Biosciences and professor of medicine at Georgetown University Medical Center. The episode explores the challenges of healthcare innovation, advocating for a departure from bureaucratic hospital systems. Dr. Dybul shares Renovaro Biosciences' groundbreaking approach to cancer treatment, emphasizing immune system retraining and genetic modifications to minimize reliance on traditional chemotherapy. The...
Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace: Strategies for Success
December 14, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig explores the world of mental health and workplace dynamics with Tom Geraghty, Founder & CEO of PsychSafety.com. Exploring the vital concept of psychological safety, they discuss its profound impact on organizational culture and its potential to empower teams across diverse industries, drawing parallels from aviation, manufacturing, and healthcare. Tom’s journey from ecology to technology leadership shapes his deep understanding ...
Transforming Healthcare by Liberating Professionals from Mundane Tasks
December 07, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig explores the dynamic evolution of patient experience with Chuck Rinker, CEO of PRSONAS. PRSONAS augments healthcare settings with avatars, acting as concierges for patients. This liberates staff and healthcare professionals from mundane tasks, allowing them to prioritize high-value patient interactions. Their conversation illuminates PRSONAS' real-time learning and anonymized data approach, ensuring patient privacy while revolut...
Breaking Free from Insurance: The Crowdfunding Solution for Health Bills
November 30, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBDive into the revolutionary landscape of healthcare financing in this conversation with CrowdHealth founder Andy Schoonover. Together with host, Christopher Habig, the two shed light on a transformative approach to covering healthcare needs outside the traditional insurance framework. Schoonover takes us through the concept and mechanics of CrowdHealth, a platform that connects individuals seeking an alternative to health insurance with those willing to fund critical health expenses in a pe...
Saving Lives, Money, and Economies: The Power of Early Intervention & Incentives
November 16, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 58 MBIn this episode, host Christopher Habig engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Andrea Feigl, an expert in global health and an economist. The episode offers a unique perspective on the global healthcare landscape, chronic disease management, and the role of healthcare providers and patients in creating better health. The impact of chronic diseases on both health and wealth, in the United States and emerging economies, is explored, with shocking statistics on their economic bur...
The Future of Healthcare: From Sick Care to Holistic Wellness
November 09, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBIn this episode, we dive into the world of healthcare innovation and how pharmaceutical companies are reimagining their role in promoting better health outcomes. Our guest, Amy West, the Head of US Digital Transformation and Innovation at Novo Nordisk, discusses the pressing need for change in the healthcare industry and how Novo Nordisk is committed to investing in innovation to meet the diverse needs of patients, healthcare providers, and payers. We explore the shift from a sick care mode...
Revolutionizing Mental Health Testing and Screening
November 02, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, we welcome John Cray, the Chief Technology Officer at Mental Health Technologies, a company at the forefront of revolutionizing mental health testing and screening. Host Christopher Habig delves into the world of mental health, where headlines often feature extreme cases or celebrity admissions, shedding light on an issue that affects countless lives. They explore the impact of these headlines and how they have, in some ways, made discussions about me...
Innovations in Healthcare: The Cutting Edge of Cognitive Assessments
October 26, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MBIn this episode, we delve into the cutting-edge advancements in cognitive assessments. Our host, Christopher Habig, welcomes Tom O'Neill, the CEO of Cognivue, to Healthcare Americana. Together, they explore the pressing questions of how we can improve healthcare practices and whether we should embrace new innovations just because they are available. The pair addresses the growing concern that our bodies are often outliving our minds, leading to a rise in cognitive impairments, including mi...
The Changing Landscape of Addiction Treatment
October 19, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig interviews Dr. Joshua Lee, Chief Clinical Advisor at Oar Health and a professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Lee discusses his journey into addiction medicine and how it evolved throughout his career. He highlights the importance of making addiction treatment accessible and the role of medications like naltrexone in addressing alcohol addiction. Dr. Lee also addresses the stigmas associated with addiction care and provid...
Navigating Quality Healthcare: EMRs, Metrics, and More
October 12, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio, an Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, and a Senior Affiliated Scholar with the Mercatus Center. Together, they delve into the intricate world of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and their impact on healthcare. Dr. DiGiorgio acknowledges the benefits EHRs have brought, such as improved access to lab result...
The Allergy Epidemic: Navigating Allergies in America
October 05, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, join host Christopher Habig and Dr. Kenneth Chahine, the founder and CEO of Nectar Allergy. Dr. Chahine shares his journey from the world of consumer DNA testing to disrupting the field of allergy care. With a background in biochemistry, genetics, and law, Dr. Chahine brings a unique perspective to healthcare innovation. Discover how Nectar Allergy is revolutionizing the way allergy care is delivered in America, making it more accessible, convenient,...
The Personal Option: Empowering Patients in Healthcare
September 28, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig welcomes Dean Clancy, Senior Health Policy Fellow with Americans for Prosperity, for an insightful discussion on healthcare reform and empowering patients in the United States. They delve into the misconceptions surrounding the American healthcare system, the need for reform, and various policy proposals aimed at making healthcare more accessible and affordable. Dean Clancy shares his vision for the future of healthcare and outline...
Reviving Healthcare’s Heartbeat
September 21, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Ryan Lee, Co-Founder & CEO of HireMe Healthcare. Together, they dive into the pressing issue of healthcare clinician treatment, with a particular focus on nurses and their startling turnover rate within the industry. With the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, they explore the immense challenges nurses faced and why many are now leaving the hospital system and even the profession entirely. Th...
Putting Patients First: Saving Lives Over Dollars
September 14, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MBWhat happens when profit is more important than patient care? In today's current climate, it's easier for beauracrats to make money off of healthcare than it is for a patient to recieve care. In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by MacKay Jimeson, Acting Executive Director at Patients Rising Now. The two chat about: What the Accelerated Approval Program (AAP) is and how it removes barries to help patients gain quicker access to...
Patients Before Pixels: EvidenceCare's EHR Solution
September 07, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Dr. Brian Fengler, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer of EvidenceCare. They tackle the pressing issue of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) overwhelming healthcare providers. Did you know that doctors spend twice as much time with computers as they do with patients? Dr. Fengler shares how EvidenceCare eases this burden by integrating directly into the physician's EHR workflow, providing much qu...
From Fear to Fun: Reshaping Healthcare Experiences with Smileyscope's VR Revolution
August 31, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBStep into the future of healthcare on Healthcare Americana, with host Christopher Habig, CEO at Freedom Healthworks, and his guest Dr. Evelyn Chan, CEO & Co-founder at Smileyscope, as they explore the groundbreaking realm of digital therapeutics. Discover how Smileyscope, a trailblazing digital therapeutics company, is revolutionizing patient experiences through virtual reality in healthcare settings. Dr. Chan reveals how Smileyscope's innovative technology is reshaping the doctor-patient ...
The Power of Prevention: Dr. Jay Shah and Aktiia's Innovation in Proactive Hypertension Care
August 24, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Dr. Jay Shah, Chief Marketing Officer at Aktiia. The episode sheds light on hypertension, affecting billions globally and millions in the US, often undetected for decades until it leads to serious health crises. This prompts a discussion on the need for a more proactive healthcare approach. Dr. Shah introduces Aktiia's game-changing continuous blood pressure monitor, emphasizing its abil...
The Growing Epidemic of Neurodegenerative Diseases - No Longer a Losing Battle
August 17, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Howard Berman, CEO of Coya Therapeutics. Together, they discuss the complexities of neurodegenerative diseases and the groundbreaking work being done to combat them. Explore the profound impact of conditions like ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's, and discover Coya's pioneering approach that utilizes Regulatory T-cells (Tregs) to revolutionize therapy for neurodegeneration. Howard offers...
Good is Good Enough: Breaking Limiting Beliefs in Your Continuous Health Journey
August 10, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by health expert Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, founder of the Fit Father Project and Fit Mother Project. Together, they discuss the importance of nutritional education, proactive planning and focusing on your future health. Dr. Balduzzi highlights the need for a strong framework aligned with a deep health journey, and the value of being part of a supportive and motivating community. Dr. Balduzzi explain...
Navigating Expenses and Staffing Shortages in Healthcare: Insights from Tim Hwang of Nitra
August 03, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, welcomes Tim Hwang, Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board at Nitra. The discussion centers on managing expenses in physicians' practices and addressing staffing shortages. Tim explains how Nitra's comprehensive financial platform liberates physicians from operational worries, enabling them to prioritize patient care. The episode covers Nitra's impact on supporting new and established practices' growth and ...
Transplant vs Dialysis - The US Kidney Care Money Trail
July 27, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig and guest David Krissman, creator of "The Great Social Experiment" podcast documentary series, explore the history and intricacies of kidney care in America. They discuss the significance of the "God Committee," responsible for determining which medically eligible patients would receive the life-extending treatments. Uncovering insights into the Nixon-era Medicare ESRD Program, they question why kidney care received preferential...
Disintermediating the Healthcare Supply Chain Leads to Lower Prices and Better Results
July 20, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, talks with Luká Yancopoulos, CEO of Grapevine Technologies, about the pressing challenges of the healthcare supply chain. Together, they unravel the complexities caused by the outdated 'dinosaur distributors,' and Luká reveals Grapevine's revolutionary approach to disintermediate the process. Discover how Grapevine empowers small and medium-sized healthcare businesses to slash supply costs by up to 9...
Expert Advice for Navigating Medicare's Complexities and Avoiding Costly Mistakes
July 13, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, hosts Al Kushner, author of "Virtual Medicare-10 Costly Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make." They uncover Medicare intricacies, dispel misconceptions, and shed light on expenses. Al, an esteemed Medicare expert, shares his thoughts on Medicare’s future and explains the differences between Part A, B, C, and D, and emphasizes the importance of being proactive with Medicare eligibility. He also discusses the ...
The Impact of Direct Primary Care on Specialists and Corporate Medicine
July 06, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, is joined by Dr. Allison Edwards, Medical Director at Sesame. Together, they explore the impact of medical schools prioritizing specialties over everyday care. They also explain how Direct Primary Care (DPC) leads to fewer patient referrals to specialists. The conversation extends to the limitations of hospitals and the confusion surrounding their decision to pull back from virtual care. Several conc...
Supplements: Can They Truly Make You Healthier?
June 29, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, join Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, and his guest Eziah Syed, Co-founder and CEO at Mend, as they discuss the transformative power of supplements and clinical nutrition, and explore the science behind these essential components of health. They also shed light on the impact of nutrition in hospitals and the urgent need to address chronic conditions, malnutrition, and undernourishment plaguing society. Eziah shares valuable insights on m...
Removing Roadblocks: Addressing the US Physician Shortage and Empowering International Medical Talent
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Kyle Swinsky, Founder and CEO at AMOpportunities, to discuss the US physician shortage and what’s causing it. They address licensing roadblocks faced by international doctors, and the impact of student debt on medical career choices. Additionally, they touch upon recent legislation in Tennessee granting provisional licenses to foreign physicians and the importance of access to education for...
Ownership, Access, and Advocacy: The Quest for Patient Data
June 15, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, join Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, and Troy Bannister, Founder and CSO at Particle Health, as they dive into the complexities of healthcare data access. Discover the significance of simplifying data for doctors and the challenges patients face in accessing their medical records. Explore actionable ways patients can make a difference, including the importance of complaining for their rights. Gain insights into the thriving provider-to-...
Healthcare's Hidden Battles: Confronting Mystery Bills and Championing Patient Advocacy
June 08, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this enlightening episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Jenni Nolan, a Board-Certified Patient Advocate and owner of Clear Healthcare Advocacy. Together, they challenge the misconception that health insurance guarantees coverage and shed light on the alarming impact of mystery bills as the leading cause of bankruptcies. Concerns about fraud and the prevalence of incorrect medical billing are also...
From Red Tape to Patient Focus: The DPC Transformation
June 01, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBJoin Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, on this episode of Healthcare Americana, with guest Sarah Harker, Freedom Healthworks’ Business Development Manager. Together, they discuss the challenges within the traditional healthcare system, explore the motivations driving physicians and nurses to break free from its limitations, and highlight the transformative potential of Direct Primary Care in delivering patient-focused care. Additionally, they address the confusion surrounding th...
Navigating Mental Health Challenges with Dr. Ken Duckworth
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBIn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, interviews Dr. Ken Duckworth, Chief Medical Officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). They discuss the alarming rise in mental health conditions, with approximately 1 in 5 people affected, a number that has increased since the pandemic, prominently driven by anxiety and depression. Dr. Duckworth sheds light on the role social media and smartphones have played in mental health. He t...
Exploring Cash Pay Physical Therapy's Edge Over Insurance and Orthopedic Surgery
May 18, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBOn this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, interviews Dr. Lisa Marino, the founder of Victress Health and Wellness. Dr. Marino shares insights into her multidisciplinary practice and unique cash pay physical therapy, which allows her to provide a higher level of care and attention to her patients. They also discuss the limitations of physical therapy outcomes within insurance-based systems. Dr. Marino emphasizes the importance of personalized...
Better Outcomes Guide to Humanizing Health Care with Rafi Salazar
May 11, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBOn this episode of the Healthcare Americana podcast, Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, and Rafi Salazar, the principal at Rehab U Practice Solutions discuss the importance of creating an exceptional patient experience in healthcare. The conversation explores the issues patients face when seeking healthcare, including the lack of transparency in the industry and the knowledge discrepancy between patients and healthcare providers. Patients often walk into clinics f...
Dr. Keith Smith On Creating A High-Quality Healthcare Alternative
May 04, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBOn this episode of Health Americana, host Christopher Habig, the CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works interviews Dr. Keith Smith, managing partner anesthesiologist at the Surgery Center of Oklahoma. Dr. Smith shares his passionate story about leaving the hospital system behind to start a private practice. His motivation to explore this passion was driven by the realization that hospitals were not operating in a mutually beneficial way and were financially harming both physicians and pa...
Creating Affordability for Scheduled Outpatient Care with SAVVOS Health
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBChristopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, interviews Lou Morin, CEO of SAVVOS Health, on the podcast Healthcare Americana. They discuss the concept of a healthcare marketplace, a place where people can buy services directly from medical providers. Lou explains how this can be a feasible option in healthcare, even when there are many unknowns about health care and the body. He explains that the marketplace can provide access to resources that can help guide people to the ...
Rediscover Freedom In Healthcare: Kempton Group and FMMA Leading The Way
April 20, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBChristopher Habig, the CEO and co-founder of Freedom Health Works, hosts Healthcare Americana. On this episode, Jay Kempton, the President and CEO of the Kempton Group and one of the founders of the Free Market Medical Association, is a guest. Together, they discuss the upcoming 2023 Free Market Medical Association Annual Conference, which is an event that brings together people in the healthcare industry who are fed up with the status quo and have a desire to change it. They also talk about...
Daniel Wrenne's Expert Financial Advice For Physicians
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBDaniel Wrenne of Wrenne Financial discusses how physicians often end up living paycheck to paycheck or unable to get small loans to start a new practice. He attributes this to two main causes; first, there is a lack of financial literacy in the educational system, meaning physicians must go out of their way to learn the basics of personal finance. Second, there is a disconnect between values and the culture that tells us more is always better. This leads to a pursuit of money and possessions...
Goodbill’s Patrick Haig on Tackling Hospital Bill Confusion
April 06, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBPatrick Haig is the co-founder and CEO of Goodbill, whose mission is to shake up the healthcare industry and make hospital bills transparent and affordable to the patient. Patrick and Chris discuss the confusion, opaqueness, and mystery surrounding hospital bills in America. Patrick shares his motivation behind starting the company and shares his experience of helping people overcome confusion surrounding hospital bills. He believes that people who read about outrageous hospital bills typica...