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.

Hybrid Pediatric Healthcare Model Provides Medical and Behavioral Services for Children with Special Needs with Dr. Patricia Hayes Imagine Pediatrics TRANSCRIPT

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Apr 28, 2026

Dr. Patricia Hayes is the Chief Medical Officer of Imagine Pediatrics, which has developed a hybrid care model for children with special needs. Imagine Pediatrics provides 24/7 virtual and in-home care, which integrates medical, behavioral, social, and pharmacy services to support families and existing providers and...

Hybrid Pediatric Healthcare Model Provides Medical and Behavioral Services for Children with Special Needs with Dr. Patricia Hayes Imagine Pediatrics

Apr 28, 2026

Omnichannel Healthcare Model Providing Care When Needed with Dr. Payam Zamani MY DR NOW TRANSCRIPT

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Apr 23, 2026

Dr. Payam Zamani, Founder and CEO of MY DR NOW, is directly solving the challenge of access to healthcare by creating a hybrid model that includes convenient walk-in clinics with extended hours, house calls, and virtual visits. This approach is consistent with modern on-demand expectations and attracting patients in...

Omnichannel Healthcare Model Providing Care When Needed with Dr. Payam Zamani MY DR NOW

Apr 23, 2026

Specialized Healthcare Financing Expanding Access to Care with Amy Mendoza Alphaeon Patient Financing TRANSCRIPT

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Mar 19, 2026

Amy Mendoza, Chief Marketing Officer at Alphaeon Patient Financing, highlights the advantages of working with a finance company that provides options for treatments in cosmetic, dental, vision, audiology, and veterinary care. This is an approach for patients who might delay or forgo treatment and preventive care due to...