Empowered Patient Podcast

Welcome to the Empowered Patient Podcast with Karen Jagoda. This show offers a glimpse into the latest innovations in applying generative AI, novel therapeutics and vaccines, and the evolving dynamics in the medical and healthcare landscape. One focus is on how providers, pharmaceutical companies, and payers are empowering patients. In addition, conversations often focus on how technology is empowering providers, care facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and payers to improve patient outcomes and reduce friction across the healthcare landscape. Popular Topics Include: Virtual and digital health Use of AI, ML, and robots for clinical and administrative purposes Value-based healthcare Precision and stratified medicine Next-generation immuno, cell, and gene therapies Vaccines for infectious diseases and oncology Biomarkers and diagnostics Rare diseases MedTech and medical devices Clinical trials Population health Chronic conditions l Clinician and staff burnout Smart hospitals The audience includes life science leaders, researchers, medical professionals, patient advocates, digital health entrepreneurs, patients, caregivers, healthcare solution providers, students, journalists, and investors.

Comprehensive Substance Use Disorder Treatment For those in the Criminal Justice System with Dr. Traci Sweet Holon Health TRANSCRIPT

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Apr 2, 2025

Dr. Traci Sweet, Co-Founder and COO of Holon Health has developed an approach to treating substance use disorder that emphasizes integrating physical and behavioral health with an awareness of the impact of social determinants of health. Focusing on serving a marginalized criminal justice population that has struggled...

Comprehensive Substance Use Disorder Treatment For those in the Criminal Justice System with Dr. Traci Sweet Holon Health

Apr 2, 2025

Warning About Potential Risks from Overuse of Acetaminophen with Karen Smith Catie’s Cause TRANSCRIPT

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Jun 5, 2023

Karen Smith is the Founder of Catie's Cause, a nonprofit charity dedicated to building awareness about the safe use of over-the-counter pain medications. After the death of her daughter Catie from liver failure due to overuse of Tylenol, Karen founded this organization to shine a light on the unintended...

Warning About Potential Risks from Overuse of Acetaminophen with Karen Smith Catie’s Cause

Jun 5, 2023

Raising Awareness in the Workplace About Treating Substance Use Disorder with Heather Ridenoure and Maeve Ruggieri Contigo Health TRANSCRIPT

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May 30, 2023

Heather Ridenoure, Center of Excellence Segment Leader, and Maeve Ruggieri, the Director of Product at Contigo Health, shine a light on the challenge of employee substance use disorder and the resources available for care. This chronic disease can be caused by adverse childhood events, genetic predisposition, stress,...