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AI in Healthcare: Transformative or Troubling? Erik Wexler, CEO of Providence, recently called a meeting with OpenAI one of the most important he’s had in years. AI has the potential to reduce clinician burden, streamline workflows, and improve patient care—but it also raises big questions. On one hand, AI could help doctors and nurses by automating note-taking, managing inboxes, and even easing the prior authorization process. On the other, Wexler warns it could lead to an arms race between payers and providers, each leveraging AI to navigate the complex (and costly) healthcare system. Clinicians are already wary—more than half report concerns that AI is increasing prior authorization denials rather than reducing them. The takeaway? AI in healthcare isn’t a silver bullet, but it does have the potential to drive meaningful change—if implemented thoughtfully, with collaboration between innovators, providers, and policymakers.

Vendor fatigue isn’t going anywhere. And Health Systems and Payers continue to tell us what a huge problem it is for them. And if you are a digital health company - its the hidden hurdle for adoption and reimbursement. The webinar we hosted last year with Melissa Reilly, Zeev Neuwirth, MD and Toyin Falola, MD tackled why so many digital health solutions struggle to gain traction—and the insights they shared are just as relevant today. Here’s what our expert panel unpacked: - Clinical outcomes matter—big time. If you want adoption, clinical validation isn’t optional. Engaging clinicians early helps build the evidence needed to succeed. - Tech that doesn’t fit real-world workflows? Hard pass. If your solution doesn’t solve the actual, day-to-day challenges clinicians face, expect pushback. - Payers don’t all think alike. Some prioritize cost savings, others focus on revenue or care delivery. Know your audience and tailor your pitch accordingly. Watch the replay here: https://lnkd.in/g2sNABuP

Big news in digital health: Hinge Health has officially filed for an IPO! This is a major milestone—not just for Hinge, but for the entire sector. It signals that investors still see opportunity in digital health, even in a challenging funding environment. But here’s the bigger picture: - Are digital health companies proving ROI? Health systems and payers are more selective than ever. - What does it take to scale? Hinge’s journey shows that clinical validation, payer traction, and strong distribution channels are key. - Who’s next? With several late-stage digital health companies waiting in the wings, this could be the start of a new wave of public exits.

We are excited to announce that Susan Solinsky has joined MDisrupt’s Board of Directors! As a serial co-founder, investor, advisor, and operating partner in numerous digital health companies and investment firms, Susan brings a wealth of experience in scaling healthtech companies, executing high-impact go-to-market strategies, and driving commercial success. She is also a passionate advocate for women’s health, ensuring innovative solutions reach the people who need them most. Susan joins the board alongside Lisa Suennen and Cat Hernandez, further strengthening MDisrupt’s leadership as we work to bridge the gap between healthtech and healthcare. Her expertise will be instrumental as we continue to expand our platform and accelerate our mission. Please join us in welcoming Susan to the MDisrupt team!

At MDisrupt, We Knew the Value of Chief Medical Officers Long Ago The role of Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) is no longer just a checkbox for credibility—it’s a critical function driving healthcare innovation. As highlighted in this Business Insider article, some of the world’s top companies, from Google to Uber to Salesforce, are recognizing the need for physicians in executive leadership. At MDisrupt, we understood this long ago. We’ve built a marketplace of healthcare insiders—physicians, payor executives, regulatory leaders, and clinical strategists—who help healthtech companies de-risk their products, validate their solutions, and navigate the complexities of the healthcare ecosystem. The takeaway? Healthtech innovation isn’t just about building great technology. It’s about building with healthcare expertise from the start. That’s exactly what we do at MDisrupt. https://lnkd.in/gvNDnB6G

Did you know that MDisrupt enables you to talk to a healthcare executive for just an hour? Whether you need insights from clinicians, payers, health system executives, or pharma leaders, MDisrupt makes it easy to book an hourly call with the exact expert who can help you move faster and smarter. With over 2,500 experts across 35+ clinical specialties, we connect healthtech and life sciences companies with the decision-makers who know what it takes to scale and succeed. How can you use MDisrupt’s expert network? ✅ Need to understand clinical workflow? Book an hourly call with a frontline clinician who can tell you exactly how your product fits into their day-to-day. ✅ Looking to break into health systems? Speak directly with a health system executive who can help you refine your go-to-market strategy. ✅ Struggling with payer reimbursement? A former payer executive can walk you through the evidence you need to build a compelling case. ✅ Navigating pharma partnerships? Get insights from former pharma leaders on what makes a product partnership-ready. ✅ Want to diligence a product, company, or idea? Get an objective, expert opinion from industry leaders who have evaluated, built, and scaled successful healthtech solutions. At MDisrupt, we help you avoid costly mistakes, accelerate your path to market, and connect you with the right experts at the right time. Need quick, high-impact insights? Let’s talk. #healthtech #lifesciences #digitalhealth #commercialization #clinicalinsights #duediligence

🚨 Big News for companies innovating in #Cardiovascular & #BrainHealth! 🚨 Last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) invested in MDisrupt to provide their thousands of members with a platform to engage with the healthtech and Life Science industries. This means thousands of #cardiologists and #neurologists will be joining MDisrupt in the coming months! This is an incredible opportunity for companies innovating in cardiovascular disease and brain health to connect with leading clinicians and scientists who can help you build better, more impactful products. At MDisrupt, we make it easy to engage these experts who can: ✅ Serve as advisors or join advisory boards ✅ Participate in focus groups ✅ Act as fractional Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) ✅ Provide user feedback to improve clinical relevance ✅ Serve as Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) ✅ Take on fractional leadership roles in Medical Affairs groups If your company is working on groundbreaking solutions in these areas, contact us today. Let us connect you with the expertise you need to accelerate development and ensure success. Check out the official announcement of our collaboration with the AHA for more details: https://lnkd.in/eUUXhZh4 Let’s work together to advance cardiovascular and brain health innovation! 🫀🧠 #CardiovascularHealth #BrainHealth #HealthTech #Innovation #DigitalHealth #MDisrupt #AHA #HealthExperts #ClinicianFeedback #LifeSciences

For all our followers who are interested in joining the MDisrupt expert network, you can sign up directly at the link below —our platform will guide you through the simple process. For those curious about the types of experts we already have on board, here’s a glimpse of our growing network of over 2,500 incredible professionals (all with 10+ years of experience): ✅ Clinicians (of all flavors) ✅ Commercial Experts (Sales, Marketing, BD) ✅ Regulatory Specialists ✅ Reimbursement Experts ✅ Health System Executives ✅ Payor Executives ✅ Product Leaders ✅ Lab Testing Experts ✅ Clinical Operations Professionals Thank you all for your interest in being part of this journey. Together, we’re making a real impact in healthtech and life sciences! 🌟 👉 Ready to join? You can sign up directly at the link below —our platform will guide you through the simple process. For those curious about the types of experts we already have on board, here’s a glimpse of our growing network of over 2,500 incredible professionals (all with 10+ years of experience): ✅ Clinicians (of all flavors) ✅ Commercial Experts (Sales, Marketing, BD) ✅ Regulatory Specialists ✅ Reimbursement Experts ✅ Health System Executives ✅ Payor Executives ✅ Product Leaders ✅ Lab Testing Experts ✅ Clinical Operations Professionals Thank you all for your interest in being part of this journey. Together, we’re making a real impact in healthtech and life sciences! 🌟 👉 Ready to join? https://lnkd.in/gGDtj_us

10x When You Need a Fractional Health Expert In Healthtech and Life sciences, agility and expertise are critical to success. But not every situation calls for a full-time hire—especially when speed and flexibility are essential. Here are 10 scenarios where fractional health experts can deliver exactly what you need: 1️⃣ You’re an early-stage company.... ....that can’t yet afford a fully burdened FTE, but you need top-tier talent to move forward. 2️⃣ You have new projects that require validation... ...before committing significant resources or investments. 3️⃣ You’re a larger company.... .... and need to augment your team with specialized subject matter experts (SMEs) to accelerate key initiatives. 4️⃣ You’ve experienced a layoff.... ....but critical projects still need to be delivered—despite fewer internal resources. 5️⃣ You’re entering a new market or geography... ...and need help building your first local team to establish a presence and succeed. 6️⃣ You’re navigating a complex challenge.... ....like regulatory strategy, reimbursement, or designing clinical studies, and need expertise on demand. 7️⃣ You need a fractional sales leader or team... ....to sell into specific channels—such as payers, employers, providers, and health systems—and get revenue in the door before scaling a full-time commercial team. 8️⃣ You’re preparing for funding, partnerships, or pilots.... ...and having external validation can strengthen your position. 9️⃣ You’re working on clinical performance or ROI metrics... ...and need trusted experts to help you define, measure, and achieve meaningful outcomes. 🔟 You need flexibility to staff up and down... ...as your contracts come in—ensuring you have the right expertise in place without overcommitting resources. At MDisrupt, we know that fractional experts bring agility, deep knowledge, and flexibility when you need them most, empowering you to achieve your goals without the long lead time or financial burden of traditional hiring. In today’s healthtech landscape, the right expertise at the right time can be the difference between scale and fail.

In today's big digital health news, Transcarent To Acquire Accolade, Inc. https://lnkd.in/gnyXANqy