Technology

Prime, a digital healthcare record in your pocket

Tyler Hayes, Founder & CEO of Prime, a digital healthcare record in your pocket joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Tyler Hayes discuss the following:Why did you decide to start up Prime?What does Prime do exactly?What are some of the challenges people face when trying to access personal health records?What can our listeners do to take control of their health information? Where can our listeners get Prime?What advice would you give families supporting a loved one with chronic illness?
Duration: 6:40
Tyler Hayes is the CEO of Prime. Before co-founding Prime, Tyler was an early employee at Disqus and was responsible for Disqus' publisher-facing products and services, including Disqus' mobile and internationalization teams. Prior to that, Tyler led the Community team at Disqus. Tyler earned B.A.s in Neuroscience and Japan Studies from St. Olaf College.

Web Site: www.stayinyourprime.comTwitter:@stayinyourprime

Kindara, fertility awareness in your hands with Courtney Miller

Courtney Miller, Community Manager at Kindara, a company that gives women the tools and knowledge to take control of their reproductive health joins eHealth Radio and the Female Health and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Courtney Miller discuss the following:What is Kindara?How does Kindara help women achieve better outcomes with their reproductive health?How is Kindara different from other fertility apps?Tell me about what Kindara has been working on lately.What’s one thing can women do now to improve their fertility?
Duration: 6:37
Courtney Miller is the Community Manager at Kindara, a company that aims to give women the tools, knowledge, and support to understand their fertility and achieve better outcomes with their reproductive health. Kindara's commitment is that every woman feels supported in navigating her fertility and reproductive health.
Kindara's first product: Kindara Fertility Tracker for iPhone is a top rated fertility app on the iOS App Store, helping hundreds of thousands of women get pregnant, avoid pregnancy naturally or better understand their cycles. Kindara’s future products will help women take control of their health in other areas.

Web Site: www.kindara.comFacebook: facebook.com/KindaraFertilityTwitter: @Kindara_Inc

BeClose, an in-home caregiving technology provider

Liddy Manson, President of BeClose, an in-home caregiving technology provider joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Liddy Manson discuss the following:What led you to start BeClose?How is BeClose different from other products on the market? Can you give us one or two real world examples of how BeClose is making a difference in people's lives? Many people get easily intimidated or overwhelmed by technology.  Can you suggest a few easy, simple ways that people can begin to bring technology into their lives, especially seniors? Can you talk a little bit about the changing healthcare landscape and how you think technology will play a role in that in the future?
Duration: 12:55
Liddy Manson is President of BeClose and a nationally recognized voice on Aging in America, speaking frequently on the topic across the country and blogging regularly at Huffington Post and other outlets. Her mission is to transform the experience of aging at home into one that is safe, affordable, and collaborative with families. She has over 20 years of experience working with premier technology and information brands.
Before joining BeClose, she served as CEO of DigitalSports, a web service providing detailed information and coverage of high school sports throughout the country. Prior to DigitalSports, she served as the Chief Operating Officer of Freewebs Inc., an early-stage social publishing company. Previously, Liddy spent nine years as Vice President and General Manager of Commercial Products at Washingtonpost.Newsweek Interactive, the online subsidiary of The Washington Post Company.
Liddy holds an MBA and Certificate in Public Management from Stanford University and a BA in Music from Yale University. Liddy is not only the President of BeClose, but was also the company's first customer, using a BeClose system to care for her 85 year old mother.

Web Site: www.beclose.com
Facebook: facebook.com/beclosedotcomTwitter: @beclosedotcomPinterest: pinterest.com/beclose

Apptomics, helping patients better manage chronic neurological diseases

Dr. Georgia Mitsi, Founder and CEO of Apptomics, a digital health company that is developing tools to help patients better manage chronic neurological diseases, such as Parkinson’s Epilepsy, Huntington’s, and Alzheimer’s joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care & Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Georgia Mitsi discuss the following:Sometimes companies are started due to a personal crisis or fundamental underlying capability. What promoted the formation of Apptomics?What kinds of patients can benefit from Apptomics technology?How do the tools that Apptomics is developing help patients with chronic diseases better manage their care?Are these tools just for patients?What is your vision for the company and how it can help patients?
Duration: 12:30
Apptomics LLC, is a digital health firm developing mobile applications and wearable sensors for neurological conditions. These conditions are characterized by complexity, poorly served by difficult access to care, long spans between visits, and ultimately limited data on which to base treatment decisions. Apptomics’s products offer a support system for patients and caregivers in between consultations allowing for active management of their condition and supporting the clinical decision-making with data. Our products allow personalized drug adjustments as needed and focus on other aspects such as exercise, diet, depression etc. They could lead to improved health outcomes and decreased costs. Our apps will be clinically validated and FDA approved where applicable. Collaborations with distinguished academic institutions will add credibility and strategic partnerships will support future growth and drive customer adoption.
Apptomics was founded in 2012 as a company specializing in transforming the current patient-physician interaction with the power of scientifically-designed and validated mobile applications. We are passionate about developing easy tools to empower patients and transform the traditional way of caring for chronic neurological conditions.
The company is led by Dr. Georgia Mitsi who has degrees in pharmacoepidemiology (PhD) and business (MBA). She is responsible for the vision and the strategy of Apptomics by leading the executive team to further disrupt traditional healthcare approaches. Dedicated wholeheartedly to patients, Apptomics is committed to improving their quality of life and health outcomes through scientifically valid mobile applications. The company has a strong scientific advisory board of leaders in neurological disorders.

Web Site: www.apptomics.comFacebook: facebook.com/ApptomicsTwitter: @apptomics

Itelagen's UroWorx, exhibited at the American Urological Association Annual Meeting in May

John O’Keefe, CEO of ITelagen, the “One-Stop Shop” for IT and EHR infrastructure, all for a flat monthly subscription fee once again joins eHealth Radio and the HealthCare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest John O’Keefe discuss the following:We understand that you will be a first time exhibitor at the American Urological Association Annual Meeting this year.  What is the significance of your participation this year? How does UroWorx fit as a product amongst your current support and services?What is the benefit gained here from your best estimate?What is the Cost efficiencies for providers?How about Data security, touch on what one could expect?Maybe some of our listeners can plan ahead to meet and speak with you.  What days will you be attending and do you have a Booth #?
Duration: 9:54
As ITelagen’s founder and lead visionary, Mr. O'Keefe brings over 13 years of technology and help desk automation experience to the company. Mr. O’Keefe began his career as a technical analyst for one of New York’s leading technology groups. It was here that he provided strategic marketing advice to companies such as Novell, Intel and IBM, assisting them with new product offerings and positioning. In 1996, responding to his vision of help desk support automation, Mr. O'Keefe founded Fine Point Technologies where he served as CEO/CTO for 9 years and designed help desk automation systems for the world’s leading service providers including Verizon, Earthlink and Telmex. Mr. O’Keefe defied the dot-com odds and grew the company past the post dot-com era to a profitable organization with offices and customer’s worldwide.
Again in 2005, leveraging his expertise in help desk support automation technologies, Mr. O’Keefe exited Fine Point Technologies and founded ITelagen, a flat-rate IT service that leverages support automation to prevent problems before they can occur.
Having three patents-pending in various support automation technologies, Mr. O’Keefe has been featured on CNN, CNET and in numerous magazines and is recognized as an industry leader in help desk automation. Mr. O'Keefe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Structural Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo and is a New York State licensed EIT. He serves as the Chairman on ITelagen’s Board of Directors and an advisor to the Board of Fine Point Technologies, Inc.

Web Site: www.itelagen.com
Facebook: facebook.com/itelagen
Twitter: @itelagen

How Google Glass can assist those with disabilities

Paul Louden a 31 year old man diagnosed with autism at the age of 23 who has been selected by Google to help explore potential uses for Google Glass joins eHealth Radio and the Autistic Syndrome Information and Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Paul Louden discuss the following:What is Google Glass?How did you get chosen as an explorer?How has Glass helped you?What other uses can you see for it in relation to autism?Do you see potential to help those with other disabilities?
Duration: 8:41
Paul Louden is a 31 year old diagnosed with autism at the age of 23. Before his diagnosis he visited many countries with his family as a child and young man, and from these experiences has developed a thoughtful perspective on autism spectrum disorders and what they can mean to those who live with them. He advocates for those on the spectrum at conferences, conventions, and on the Understanding Autism Radio Show.
Web Site: facebook.com/UnderstandingAutismRadio

The First Broadcasted Total Ankle using Google Glass with Dr. Selene Parekh

Dr. Selene Parekh, Orthopedic Surgeon at Duke University joins eHealth Radio and the Orthopedic and Technology Channels to discuss the first broadcasted total ankle using google glass.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Selene Parekh discuss the following:Recently it was reported that you broadcasted the first total ankle using google glass. How was that?Is google glass easy to learn to use?  How do you think google glass will change medicine and healthcare?There has been an increase in interest in wearable technologies, how do you think this will evolve?In your best opinion, how will wearable technologies disrupt healthcare delivery?
Duration: 6:00
Selene Parekh grew up in North Jersey. Upon graduating from high school, Selene attended the 7 year medical program at Boston University. While in medical school, he realized that utility of a business education and became the creator and 1st graduate of the combined MB/MBA program at Boston University. Dr. Parekh then completed his internship, residency, and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. His interest in entrepreneurship was fortified by a one-year Healthcare Entrepreneurship Fellowship at the Wharton School of Business.
His experiences led to the development of the “Business of Orthopaedics” conference, the first of its kind in the United States. The course exposed orthopaedic surgeons to a breadth of topics, from practice management to product development and entrepreneurship, to personal financial management, to leadership and negotiations Upon completion of his training, Selene moved to the University of North Carolina, where he revived the foot and ankle division. He also served as a consultant to the Tar Heels athletic program.
In 2009, Selene moved his practice to the North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic and Duke University, where he is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also an Adjunct Faculty member at Duke’s Fuqua Business School. He is integrally involved in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. His practice is focused on diseases and surgeries of the foot and ankle.
Dr. Parekh has been an active speaker at regional, national, and international meetings, helping to teach other orthopaedic surgeons about best practices and novel techniques for the care of foot and ankle patients. He has published in numerous journals and has served as editor for a number of textbooks. Dr. Parekh has been recognized as one of North Carolina’s Best Doctors in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013.
Web Site: www.footdronline.comTwitter: @footdronline

CodeBaby, a global customer engagement company

Dennis McGuire, CEO of CodeBaby, a global customer engagement company that creates decision support tools and interactive, 3D intelligent virtual assistants to deliver educational and innovative solutions for healthcare, insurance, and employee benefits companies again joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care and Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dennis McGuire discuss the following:Did the federal healthcare enrollment issues impact private or state exchange enrollment why or why not?  You mentioned research that you undertake to improve the effectiveness of the intelligent virtual assistants and the user experience. Can you expand on that and have you conducted recent studies demonstrating acceptance?Speaking of unique needs and the concept of personalization, how do you approach that for the individual users?You mentioned integration from any data source; can you give some examples of that and how does this help individual users?You briefly mentioned the use of a static 2D avatar on a smartphone vs. using a 3D interactive avatar on a tablet or other device. Please expand on that and apart from the avatar what other differences are necessary for customer interaction on a tablet?
Duration: 13:40
Dennis McGuire possesses over 25 years of experience developing
innovative solutions for marketing, sales, and customer care
organizations across multiple industries.
His recent career history includes serving as VP of Star B2B, a
start-up venture within the Omnicom family of agencies, where he was
responsible for strategy development and operational execution, EVP at
Protocol Marketing where he headed the company’s B2B agency services
group, and founding partner and President of Saligent Inc., which was
acquired by Protocol Marketing in 2000.
In addition to his accomplishments in the agency and high-tech
space, Dennis has experience within the CRM and customer contact center
industries where he gained expertise in multi-channel marketing,
resource optimization, revenue growth, customer lifetime value
optimization, and strategic account management.
His combined career tracks give him a unique perspective on the
rapidly growing customer experience management marketplace and the
importance of improving the online self-service experience across all
industries in order to maintain and increase brand loyalty and revenue
growth.
He is consistently sought for insight on the trends, benefits, and uses of virtual assistants within the healthcare, self-service, and eCommerce space by major publications and analysts such as Employee Benefit News, MedCity News, CRM Magazine, Forrester Research, Gartner Research, and IDC among others.
Although originally from the Midwest, Dennis has been a Colorado
new native for over 20 years. In his spare time, he enjoys riding his
horses, fly fishing, and competing in field trials with his Labrador
retrievers. And yes, he occasionally hits the slopes.

Links: www.codebaby.com

ITelagen, assisting clients with meeting the Meaningful Use incentives

John O’Keefe, CEO of ITelagen, the “One-Stop Shop” for IT and EHR infrastructure, all for a flat monthly subscription fee once again joins eHealth Radio and the HealthCare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest John O’Keefe discuss the following:With Meaningful Use being a hot topic with EHR Technology, how is ITelagen assisting clients with meeting the MU incentives?How do your legacy IT Support services and your Hosting services fit in with your healthcare clients? Maybe some of our listeners can plan ahead to meet and speak with you. What tradeshows will you be attending this year?What is on the horizon for ITelagen in 2014?
Duration: 9:11
As ITelagen’s founder and lead visionary, Mr. O'Keefe brings over 13 years of technology and help desk automation experience to the company. Mr. O’Keefe began his career as a technical analyst for one of New York’s leading technology groups. It was here that he provided strategic marketing advice to companies such as Novell, Intel and IBM, assisting them with new product offerings and positioning. In 1996, responding to his vision of help desk support automation, Mr. O'Keefe founded Fine Point Technologies where he served as CEO/CTO for 9 years and designed help desk automation systems for the world’s leading service providers including Verizon, Earthlink and Telmex. Mr. O’Keefe defied the dot-com odds and grew the company past the post dot-com era to a profitable organization with offices and customer’s worldwide.
Again in 2005, leveraging his expertise in help desk support automation technologies, Mr. O’Keefe exited Fine Point Technologies and founded ITelagen, a flat-rate IT service that leverages support automation to prevent problems before they can occur.
Having three patents-pending in various support automation technologies, Mr. O’Keefe has been featured on CNN, CNET and in numerous magazines and is recognized as an industry leader in help desk automation. Mr. O'Keefe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Structural Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo and is a New York State licensed EIT. He serves as the Chairman on ITelagen’s Board of Directors and an advisor to the Board of Fine Point Technologies, Inc.

Links: www.itelagen.com

SleepPhones, providing healthy sleep alternatives with Dr. Wei-Shin Lai

Dr. Wei-Shin Lai, inventor of SleepPhones and CEO of AcousticSheep, LLC, providing healthy sleep alternatives to consumers joins eHealth Radio and the Health and Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Wei-Shin Lai discuss the following:Please tell us about your background and what led to your invention of SleepPhones.How do SleepPhones work? And what’s the difference between the wireless and wired versions?How do SleepPhones improve people’s lives?How are SleepPhones better than other sleep aids?Who can use SleepPhones?
Duration: 18:22
One night, after a 3 a.m. phone call from the emergency room, Dr. Wei-Shin Lai had so much trouble falling back to sleep that she decided she had to do something.
Her husband suggested she listen to relaxing music, which was a nice idea– but there were no headphones on the market comfortable enough to sleep in. They put their skills to work and designed the first SleepPhones, a comfortable, innovative headphone solution designed to help people fall asleep. Dr. Lai would come home after work to sew headbands while her husband soldered the speakers on the kitchen table. By 2007, they’d created a website and sold the first 500 set of SleepPhones.
Born in Taiwan, Dr. Lai came to the US when she was 7 years old while her father completed a Ph.D. in electrical engineering at the University of Tennessee. She grew up under the strict tutelage of a “tiger” mom, competing in piano, learning algebra in 5th grade, and leading numerous science clubs in high school. She went on to earn a B.S. with distinction in Cellular Molecular Biology at the University of Michigan with the intent of studying the Ebola virus. However, her thirst for adventure and travel was tamed when she realized that for her to be truly happy, she had to interact with people instead of staying holed up in a lab. She graduated from the University of Virginia Medical School and went into family medicine.
Dr. Lai loves being a mom and continues to work part-time at Penn State University's Student Health Center as the only Mandarin-speaking physician on staff. Her hobbies include swimming, hunting for wild mushrooms with the Central Pennsylvania Mushroom Club, archery, and gardening. She enjoys eating and cooking spicy international foods and is obsessed with eating healthfully, including at least 5 fruits and vegetables a day. She's one of those moms who hides vegetables in everything she cooks.
She sleeps 7-8 hours a night on average, and her favorite music on her SleepPhones is a hypnosis track by her friend, Dr. Steven Gurgevich who teaches at Dr. Andrew Weil's Center for Integrative Medicine.
Listeners or readers who would like to learn more about Dr. Wei-Shin Lai's SleepPhones, should visit the company's website: www.sleepphones.com.

Links: www.sleepphones.com