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The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast

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🏆 #1 podcast in the Top 100 Health Tech All-time charts

Join us every Monday for conversations with the biggest names in digital health. Hosted by digital health veterans Halle Tecco, Michael Esquivel, and Steve Kraus.

Learn more and submit your ideas for the show at the Heart of Healthcare website.

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Latest Episodes

We’re back with our monthly rundown of the top headlines in health tech!

Today, Halle flies solo to share the biggest stories that shaped Q1, from the rising pressures on PBMs to how consumers are using AI.

Stories covered:

• What's happening to P... more

Last year, his independent pharmacy spent $13 million on brand-name drugs for patients processed by the three biggest Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) which earned a profit margin of 0.01%.

In this episode, Halle speaks with Alec Ginsberg, owner and... more

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Chris Klomp, Director of Medicare and Deputy Administrator of CMS, and Senior Advisor to HHS Secretary RFK Jr., has big ambitions to reshape how healthcare works in the United States.

This week, ​​Steve sits down with Klomp to discuss how his experi... more

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This week, Halle and Michael sit down for a special in-person listener Q&A to answer a range of founder questions you submitted.

Topics include:

• What investors are prioritizing right now and how first-time founders can stand out

• How to think ab... more

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Recent Guests

Alec Wade Ginsberg
Chief Operating Officer of CO. Bigelow Apothecaries
CO. Bigelow Apothecaries
Episode: The Drugstore Cowboy | C.O. Bigelow Owner & Pharmacist Alec Ginsberg
Chris Klomp
Director of Medicare and Chief Counselor to HHS Secretary
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Episode: Where Healthcare Policy Is Headed | Chief Counselor at HHS, Chris Klomp
Helmy Eltoukhy
Co-founder and CEO of Guardant Health
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Episode: Can a Simple Blood Test Solve Cancer? | Guardant Health CEO Helmy Eltoukhy
Eric Lefkofsky
Founder and CEO of Tempus, entrepreneur known for his ventures in technology and healthcare.
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Episode: Precision Medicine Is (Almost) Here | Tempus AI CEO Eric Lefkosky
Dr. Robert Wachter
Chair of the Department of Medicine at UCSF and author
UCSF
Episode: A Roadmap for Innovators and A Giant Leap for AI | Dr. Bob Wachter & Halle Tecco
Karen DeSalvo
Former Chief Health Officer at Google
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Episode: The New Care Dyad | Dr. Karen DeSalvo
Kyle Armbrester
CEO of Datavant
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Episode: Building the Largest Health Data Ecosystem in the US | Datavant CEO Kyle Armbrester
Ankit Jain
Co-founder and CEO of Infinitus Systems
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Episode: Is Healthcare the Ultimate Test for AI? | Ankit Jain
Ezekiel Emanuel
Prominent American oncologist, bioethicist, and healthcare policy advisor
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: The Antidote to the “Industrial Wellness Complex” | Zeke Emanuel

Hosts

Halle Tecco
Host with deep background in digital health leadership and investment; co-creator of the podcast.
Michael Esquivel
Host with focus on digital health ecosystems and startup strategy.
Steve Kraus
Co-host providing operational and industry perspective on digital health markets.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 304 ratings
  • Super informative!

    It is such a pleasure to start my week by listening to a new episode that consistently expands my knowledge of the health care ecosystem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve U in San Jose
    United States2 months ago
  • Let’s Hear it for the Health Literate Hosts

    There are tons of smart people in health care. Prying knowledge out of them, however, is an art form that is effectively deployed by THOHC hosts. Pivoting easily based on unpredictable responses is to be applauded.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedSaawwxx
    United States3 months ago
  • This podcast should be required listening!

    This is the best podcast for anyone serious about the future of healthcare. It should be required listening for anyone building a health tech company, investing in one or those trying to understand where healthcare is headed over the next decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Cartin
    United States4 months ago
  • Hemant Making Big Swings on Healthcare

    Fascinating stuff on General Catalyst's healthcare bets. Hemant's whole "health assurance" framework actually makes sense. Loved "just because you hit a billion in revenue in healthcare doesn't mean you've solved anything real."

    The Summa Health story was fascinating -- GC buying a hospital to prove portfolio companies can work at scale.

    Best part was his take on AI in healthcare. While everyone's freaking out about resistance to AI, he points out hospitals are adopting it FASTER than anyone be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drjrik
    United States4 months ago
  • My go-to podcast for all things healthcare

    I’ve been a long-time listener of The Heart of Healthcare and continue to be impressed by the caliber of guests and depth of conversation. The hosts bring on respected leaders and influential voices from across the healthcare ecosystem to unpack where the industry is today and where it’s going. I always look forward to their monthly digital health download episodes too - smart, digestible roundups of the biggest news and trends shaping healthcare. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to stay gr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonogramLove
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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A few reviews note very positive experiences with AI and health tech topics, though one comment mentions concerns about controversial guests.
Guests are top digital health leaders providing diverse perspectives.
The show is consistently informative and approachable for both operators and investors.
Listeners praise depth and practical healthcare insights.

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Talking Points

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The Drugstore Cowboy | C.O. Bigelow Owner & Pharmacist Alec Ginsberg
Q: PBMs Pharmacy Benefit Manager. For listeners who aren't aware, what do PBMs actually do?
PBMs negotiate formulary access with manufacturers, set rebates, and determine which drugs are covered under insurance plans; this drives which medications patients can get with insurance and at what copays, while also creating economic incentives that can squeeze independent pharmacists.
Hard Founder Truths in 2026 | Listener Q&A
Q: What should founders do when a contract with a health system includes uncapped liability?
Balance the deal need with risk management by preemptively strengthening security practices, insurance, and contract terms, and tailor negotiations to the specifics of the deal; startups should not seek to eliminate all risk but mitigate it to enable growth.
Hard Founder Truths in 2026 | Listener Q&A
Q: How should observers on the board be managed to avoid overreach?
Observers should have a clear, non-voting role with defined information rights and boundaries; best practice includes setting a deadline for the observer seat and ensuring open communication with the investor group to align on priorities and avoid micromanagement.
Hard Founder Truths in 2026 | Listener Q&A
Q: How many board seats should founders give up to stay in control?
Founders should aim to keep governance tight early on, potentially reserving more seats for common stock holders and independent directors who can provide guidance, while recognizing that the investor relationship is a long-term partnership and cannot be treated as a simple, one-time decision.
Hard Founder Truths in 2026 | Listener Q&A
Q: What can be done about an amicable co-founder split and uneven equity?
Consider having the departing co-founder sell back equity or participate in a secondary to rebalance the cap table, increase the option pool for future hires, and align incentives for the go-forward team, while recognizing that big dilutions can be painful and require delicate negotiation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heart of Healthcare

What is The Heart of Healthcare about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show concentrates on digital health, health tech entrepreneurship, and healthcare innovation, featuring high-profile founders, investors, clinicians, and policymakers. Episodes typically explore new technologies (AI, data interoperability, precision medicine), business models and policy dynamics in diagnostics and digital health, and real-world outcomes from companies reshaping care delivery. Notable throughlines include the economics and reimbursement landscape, regulatory considerations, and the strategic paths of impactful startups and investors. The format tends to blend founder stories with practical takeaways for builders, operators, and buyers in the healthcare ecosystem. A standout characteristic is a steady stream of top-tier... more

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Recent guests on The Heart of Healthcare include:

1. Alec Wade Ginsberg
2. Chris Klomp
3. Helmy Eltoukhy
4. Eric Lefkofsky
5. Dr. Robert Wachter
6. Karen DeSalvo
7. Kyle Armbrester
8. Ankit Jain

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