Transforming Musculoskeletal Care: A Conversation with Dr. Mary O'Connor of Vori Health

Dr. Mary O'Connor, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience, is a leader in both clinical practice and healthcare innovation. She co-founded Vori Health, a nationwide virtual-first musculoskeletal (MSK) medical practice, and is also an investor focused on value-based healthcare solutions. In this interview, Dr. O'Connor shares her insights on the evolution of MSK care, the challenges of the current healthcare system, and the power of aligning investment with clinical impact.

Bridging Finance and Healthcare: A Conversation with Sheetal Nariani, CFO and General Partner at Global Health Impact Fund

Sheetal Nariani brings almost 20 years of experience in venture capital and corporate finance to her role as CFO and General Partner at Global Health Impact Fund (GHIF). With a unique background bridging microbiology and finance, Sheetal offers a distinctive perspective on healthcare investing, emphasizing not only financial returns but also ethical considerations and a commitment to driving positive change in the industry. In this interview, Sheetal discusses her journey into healthcare investing, the challenges of transitioning from structured finance to the world of startups, GHIF's unique approach, and her commitment to supporting women in both venture capital and healthcare.

Empowering Women's Health: A Conversation with Lisa, Founder of LUWI

Lisa, a breast cancer survivor and seasoned sales executive, is the founder of LUWI, a company poised to revolutionize the sexual health landscape. Driven by a personal need and a profound realization about women's health autonomy, Lisa has created a novel, hormone-free, over-the-counter contraceptive and STI prevention product designed specifically for women. In this interview, Lisa shares her inspiring journey, the challenges and triumphs of building a startup in a traditionally stagnant industry, and her vision for empowering women through choice and innovation.

Reproductive Health and Innovation in Women’s Health 

From innovative contraceptive technologies to broader initiatives addressing the gender health gap, it's a time to explore advancements and acknowledge the challenges that remain. Understanding the evolving landscape of women's health is crucial not only for individual well-being but also for fostering a more equitable and inclusive healthcare system. Women’s health is becoming a major topic of discussion, and there has been a growing amount of research surrounding it.

Raydiant Oximetry – Detecting Fetal Distress During Labor and Delivery

NICHD awarded small business funding to Raydiant Oximetry to support the development of LumerahTM, a non-invasive fetal pulse oximeter that detects fetal distress by directly measuring fetal arterial blood oxygen saturation. Lumerah has the potential to reduce rates of emergency Cesarean delivery and newborn neurological injury, as well as lower healthcare costs associated with childbirth. The technology can also serve as a research tool for better insights on pregnancy complications, including intrauterine growth restriction, preterm labor, and stillbirth. 

Breaking New Grounds: The Latest in Cardiovascular Innovation

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is still the leading cause of death worldwide, but innovative research is transforming how we understand, diagnose, and treat heart conditions. From advances in technology that restore blood flow in blocked arteries to new drugs that suppress proteins which contribute to hypertension, cardiology is experiencing a wave of progress. Digital health is also playing its part to fight CVD, with Artificial Intelligence paving the way forward and accelerating innovation.