Episodes

Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Join us this week as we delve into a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Derrick Khor, the innovative mind behind Adopt-A-Doc, a social enterprise reshaping the healthcare landscape. Adopt-A-Doc is dedicated to linking clinicians who are passionate about health innovation with start up founders who need a clinical input in the form of an advisor for their technology. By creating this link, Adopt-A-Doc helps founders create a health technology product with a better product market fit.
Key Takeaways:
Building Infrastructure for Digital Tools: Explore the critical need for enhanced infrastructure to seamlessly integrate digital tools into healthcare practices.
Digital Health as the Game-Changer: Uncover the transformative power of digital health in revolutionizing the industry.
Navigating Clinical Pathways: Gain insights into the importance of startup founders understanding clinical pathways and pain points for effective product positioning.
Interoperability Matters: Engage in the essential dialogue surrounding interoperability, a crucial aspect of advancing healthcare technology.
Strategic Storytelling in Healthcare: Dr. Khor sheds light on the significance of strategic marketing and compelling storytelling for success in the healthcare sector.
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If your want to learn more about the health-tech roles mentioned by Derrick in the episode, you can join the network here;
https://www.medicalconsultinggroup.co.uk/clinician-network
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You can connect with Adopt-A-Doc here;
https://adoptadoc.com/
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
In this episode, we sit down with Emmanuel Akpakwu, the Co-founder of AxmedRX.
We explore the challenges faced by individuals in LMICs and how innovative solutions can alleviate the burdens of securing essential medications. We explore how leveraging data can drive informed decision-making, streamline healthcare supply chains, and ultimately uplift communities in need.
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You can connect with Emmanuel on LinkedIn.
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
On this episode of 'The Capital of Health', we are joined by Angel and Dhruvi, MBA alumni from UCL. Having recently embarked on a transformative journey to India last year, they share firsthand experiences and invaluable insights into health innovation.
From cutting-edge technological advancements to impactful healthcare initiatives, our guests shed light on the diverse spectrum of innovation witnessed during their visit, ranging from catching groundbreaking healthcare initiatives to observing innovative solutions addressing societal challenges.
Angel and Dhruvi highlight key learnings and takeaways from their experiences in India and how the world can draw inspiration from the diverse and dynamic innovation ecosystem they encountered.
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
On this conversation, Dr Michelle Griffin articulates the pressing need for a solution-focused approach to health innovation, emphasising the importance of replicable results. As a distinguished leader in the field, Michelle delves into the complexities of decision-making in developing solutions, particularly for half of the world's population – women.
Our discussion sheds light on the significance of investing in women's health. Michelle passionately advocates for founders to dedicate time to curating and creating products that not only meet the unique needs of women but also actively involve them in clinical trials. She explains this is fundamental in ensuring safe prescriptions and optimal health outcomes, irrespective of diagnoses.
Furthermore, Michelle extends a powerful call to action for founders and investors, urging them to comprehend and address the gap within the health economy. Through this insightful episode, Michelle Griffin inspires a collective responsibility to foster inclusive health innovation, ultimately paving the way for a healthier, more equitable future.
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Learn more about Dr Michelle Griffin
https://drmichellegriffin.co.uk/
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
On this episode, we had the privilege of hosting Dr. Ola Brown, a prominent figure in healthcare and the founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria and HealthCap Africa.
Our conversation delves into financing healthcare in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Dr. Brown shares invaluable insights on what health tech founders should consider when serving underserved populations.
One of the key takeaways is the emphasis on innovative health services being affordable, acceptable, and accessible to the communities they aim to serve.
Dr. Brown highlights the delicate balance required when identifying a market gap. She wisely reminds founders that it's not just about finding a gap in the market but ensuring there is a market in that gap. This perspective is crucial for sustainable and impactful solutions in healthcare.
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Learn more about Health Cap
https://healthcap.co/
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Learn more about Flying Doctors
https://www.flyingdoctorsnigeria.com
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
We spoke with Dr Nitin Manjunath, the Facility Director at Narayana Health City, on this episode. Our conversation delved into the intricacies of value creation and the effective utilization of resources to maximize value for money in healthcare. Dr Manjunath shed light on Narayana Health's remarkable achievement – securing the Guinness World Record for the most ECGs conducted in a single day.
We also explored the imperative need for funding preventative care, emphasizing Narayana's innovative cross-subsidization model. Dr Manjunath shared insights into Narayana Health's strategic use of data analytics to eradicate waste within the healthcare system. We discussed how harnessing the power of data allows Narayana to optimize resources, enhance operational efficiency, and ultimately provide better patient outcomes.
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Learn more about Narayana Health City
https://www.narayanahealth.org/
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr Daljit Hothi, a distinguished Consultant Nephrologist and the Director of FMLM Applied.
Dr Hothi is a prominent figure in health leadership, known for her commitment to leading with authentic leadership and creating pathways for clinicians to recognise their leadership potential.
In our conversation, Dr. Hothi delves into the critical aspects of effective health leadership and why integrity and honesty are at the core of successful healthcare management.
She shares valuable insights on cultivating curiosity as a driving force for innovation and the significance of building robust relationships to secure and shape the future of the health economy.
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To learn more about FMLM Applied,
fmlm.ac.uk/fmlm-applied
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
What if the future of healthcare isn’t about AI replacing humans, but about technology finally helping us become more human? What if the problem isn’t a lack of data, but a lack of insight, empathy, and connection?
In this episode of The Capital of Health, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming and revolutionising the healthcare industry with Simon Philip Rost. Simon is the Chief Marketing Officer at GE Healthcare. He has a long career in management and often shares his insights on digitisation and AI in the healthcare sector. Together, we unpack the contradictions of a healthcare system overflowing with data yet starving for usable insights.
Listen in to learn why AI is here to empower and free clinicians from burnout, improving patient outcomes, and reclaiming wasted time and resources. You will also learn more about the ethics of machine learning, the myth of automation replacing radiologists, and how data can heal rather than overwhelm.
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To learn more about GE Healthcare,
https://www.gehealthcare.co.uk/insights
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
On this episode we speak with the Jack Pottle and Christina Choung.
Jack Pottle is the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Oxford Medical Simulation (OMS). OMS is an award-winning virtual reality healthcare simulation company that bridges the gap between clinical training, education and practice.
Christina Choung is the clinical lead at OMS, with a background as a registered nurse and simulation educator.
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To learn more about the role of Virtual Reality in medical education, you can visit Oxford Medical Simulation (OMS) here:
https://oxfordmedicalsimulation.com
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
On this episode we speak with the head of YouTube Health Vishaal Virani on the role of quality health education and democratising access to information to service users. As Youtube becomes the platform for Google Podcasts and Youtube launches the health shelves, the power of need for safe and accurate health information is critical
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Find out more about the Global Business School for Health:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/global-business-school-health/gbsh-capital-health-podcast
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The Capital of Health is a Student led podcast at University College London, conceptualised produced and Hosted by Damilola Ogunrinde.

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