HealthBeats Podcast

Accelerating the Future of Healthcare Together with your host Lara Setrakian

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Innovation without Borders #Ep.7

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Abu Dhabi's commitment to bridging healthcare gaps and dismantling disparities. Join us as we discuss with Dr. Mohamed Alameri, Section Head Studies and Special Projects, from the DoH - Abu Dhabi, the current barriers to inclusive healthcare, and the initiatives aimed at improving access, addressing inequities, and fostering a more inclusive and patient-centred healthcare system. Following Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre being awarded the Global Golisano Award for International Health Leadership in June 2023, we speak to its Director-General to discuss the importance of inclusive healthcare in the UAE and beyond.
MEET THE SPEAKER

Section Head Studies and Special Projects

Dr. Mohamed Alameri

Section Head Studies and Special Projects

Department of Health - Abu Dhabi

Dr Mohamed Alameri works at the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) as Section Head of Studies and Special Projects. He has an impressive background in science, having received a Bachelors, Masters and a Doctorate focusing on genetics and cell and gene therapy. His current role is centred around genomic advancements within the DoH, including assisting within the incredible Emirati Genome Programme.

Dr Mohamed began his career as a Medical Laboratory Technologist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City. There, he had a hands-on role, and gained a wealth of experience in the lab contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of patients. While finishing his PhD, Dr Mohamed worked as a part-time teacher for cell and gene therapy at University College London. Dr Mohamed is passionate about the possibilities of genomic sequencing, and how technology can be harnessed within the healthcare system to develop a dynamic genomic ecosystem and reshape the future of health.

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Digital Healthcare Transformation – A Leadership Perspective #Ep.6

Digital health can help make health systems more efficient and sustainable, enabling them to deliver good quality, affordable and equitable care. Advancing innovations in digital healthcare has become a top priority for leaders and pioneers in this field. Through today’s session, you’ll learn more about the latest developments in digital healthcare from a highly influential figure. Our guest has extensive experience in entrepreneurial, corporate, and academic settings - spearheading programs and founding prestigious entities that are contributing to the on-going advancements in digital health. Tune in to hear about the key trends and challenges in digital healthcare today and how are innovations in this particular field leading to major shifts in the healthcare sector overall.
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Co-Founder and CEO, DHNY

Bunny Ellerin

Co-Founder and CEO

DHNY

Bunny Ellerin is a Harvard-trained healthcare entrepreneur and advisor who is highly sought-after
for her industry expertise and extensive network. She has helped build and sell companies, launched
several thriving networking organizations, and has become a recognized force in leading New York
City’s transformation into a thriving hub of healthcare innovation. An expert in digital health, Bunny
has herpulse on — and relationships to — the companies and people defining healthcare’s future.

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Living Longer, Living Better: A Conversation on Longevity #Ep.5

We’re all getting older, and increasingly living longer. According to the World Economic Forum, by 2050, the number of people aged over 60 is expected to more than double to 2.1 billion. Extensive research has been conducted to prove that human longevity can be extended with effective strategies and proper interventions. In this episode, we will uncover the secrets behind Ivan Vatchkov’s company Kalibra.ai's and its approach to healthspan optimisation, explore how data-driven insights and cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the way we understand and enhance our longevity. Tune in to hear what you can do today to transform your healthspan as you age in the future.
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Living Longer, Living Better: A Conversation on Longevity

Ivan Vatchkov

Founder and CEO

Kalibra.ai

Ivan is the founder and CEO of Kalibra.ai, a platform for personalised health optimisation. His unwavering passion for innovative approaches to extending human healthspan and improving whole-person health has been the driving force behind his career. Before embarking on his journey with Kalibra in 2021, Ivan dedicated 20 years to the financial services industry, serving as a research analyst, CEO, CFO, investor, and board member. For the past 14 years, he has been based in Singapore, where before starting Kalibra, he held the positions of Chief Investment Officer (Asia) and Portfolio Manager in multi-billion hedge funds. 

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Healthcare Horizons: Breaking Boundaries and Forging Connections #Ep.4

Healthcare is going global, transcending borders through innovation and collaboration. How can we accelerate this progress? Join us for an illuminating discussion with a leading voice in international medicine, Dr. Hassoun Chief Executive at Cedars-Sinai International. Learn how global partnerships, immersive medical education, smart technologies and a spirit of empathy are advancing healthcare everywhere. From the Middle East to Los Angeles and beyond, this forward-thinking episode paints a bold vision for the future of global healthcare. By fostering connections across borders, we have the potential to not only transform lives but also shape the future. Tune in to hear insights on telemedicine, healthcare consumerism, data analytics, patient experience and more. Our guest draws on extensive experience spearheading international programs to offer an insider’s perspective on the opportunities and challenges ahead. This inspiring conversation will leave you excited about the frontier of global healthcare collaboration.
MEET THE SPEAKER

Meet our expert guest speaker

Dr. Heitham T. Hassoun

Chief Executive

Cedars-Sinai International

The Future of Digital Health Isn't Digital - It's Human. Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Healthcare

Check out this sneak peek as we sit down with Ali Hashemi, CEO and founder of meta[bolic], to discuss the future of digital health and why he believes it will be defined by hybrid models that blend virtual and in-person care. Hashemi shares his vision for human-centered digital health tools that empower patients and providers, not replace them. We explore the potential of hybrid healthcare to improve outcomes, lower costs, and restore the human element to medicine.