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Healthcare Americana

Christopher Habig

People are lost navigating healthcare. Doctors are forced to treat their patients like an assembly line. An emphasis on production works in a factory making widgets, but not with people. Direct Primary Care changes all of this.

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32:58

Preventing Chronic Diseases with Proper Nutrition

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/10/17

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig speaks with Vanessa Rissetto, CEO and co-founder of Culina Health, about the critical role of nutrition in healthcare. They discuss the importance of medical nutrition therapy, the challenges faced by dietitians, and the need for better nutrition in hospitals. Vanessa emphasizes the impact of proper nutrition on preventing chronic diseases, including obesity and pre-diabetes, and the necessity of educating both healthcare providers and

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39:39

Understanding the Hospital Employment Trap

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/10/10

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Jude Pierre to explore the unique challenges physicians face today, particularly for young doctors just entering the profession. Dr. Pierre explains why he steers physicians away from corporate healthcare and empowers them to pursue independent practice. The discussion highlights critical topics such as financial literacy, understanding contracts, and the vital role of mentorship in shaping successful careers. They

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26:33

Discovering the Freedom of the DPC Model

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/10/03

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Joshua Hottenstein, founder of Eulistic Health. Dr. Hottenstein discusses his journey into healthcare and his innovative approach to blending traditional primary care with integrative medicine. He reflects on the challenges he faced with the fragmented hospital system and his commitment to offering patients personalized, continuous care. Dr. Hottenstein explains how he discovered the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model,

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32:04

PBMs' Influence on Drug Pricing and the Healthcare...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/09/26

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews the VP of PBM Practice at Xevant,Shane Garduno,an expert in pharmacy benefit management (PBM). They discuss the role of PBMs in the healthcare industry and how they influence drug pricing. Shane explains that PBMs act as pharmacy insurance, handling coverage information, copays, deductibles, and prior authorizations. They also work with employers and health plans to control drug costs and implement cost-saving programs. PBMs

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31:55

The Importance of State-Level Policy Reform in...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/09/19

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews Jonathan Wolfson, the Chief Legal Officer and Policy Director at The Cicero Institute. They discuss the importance of state-level policy reform in healthcare and the need for innovation. They highlight the challenges of accessing healthcare and the high cost of healthcare, and discuss specific initiatives such as telemedicine and international physician licensing. They emphasize the importance of transparency and competition

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28:24

Avoiding Hospitalization in Memory Care

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/09/12

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews David Morgan, president of Senior Home Companions and Story Cottage. Together, they discuss the importance of memory care and the challenges faced by families in caring for loved ones with memory loss. David explains how his company provides personalized and high-quality care through home care services and boutique memory care facilities. He also emphasizes the need for a strong relationship between memory care families and

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26:24

Leading Through Change: The Power of Adaptability in...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/09/05

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig interviews Laurie Lee Smith, a renowned leadership expert, on the topic of change management leadership. They discuss the challenges of change management in the healthcare setting and the importance of adaptability and human behavior in leading change. They also explore the concept of self-transformation, team transformation, adaptability, and achieving results in the context of change leadership. Laurie provides advice for physicians

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22:25

Rethinking Work-Life Balance in Medicine: Dr. Edward...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/08/29

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes back a familiar and respected guest, Dr. Edward Williams of Foundation Direct Primary Care. As a repeat visitor on the show, Dr. Williams shares his unique perspective on balancing the demands of fatherhood, practicing medicine, and managing a business.Dr. Williams discusses how he integrates his family life into his medical practice, offering insights on why he chose the Direct Primary Care model to gain more control over his

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28:53

How Employers Can Navigate the Complex World of...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/08/22

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Ben Conner, CEO of Conner Insurance, to discuss health plans and the innovative approaches in Indiana. Ben shares insights into his company's role in spearheading health plan innovation, including their recent involvement in producing a documentary that explores the complexities of the healthcare system.Ben discusses the importance of educating business leaders, who are key

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37:31

Navigating Healthcare with Dr. Steelman: The Power of...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/08/15

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dr. William Steelman, the visionary founder of Steelman Medical Group in Houston, Texas. Dr. Steelman is a trailblazer in the concierge direct primary care model, emphasizing patient-centered care and transparency in primary healthcare delivery.The episode addresses the conceptual blend of concierge and direct primary care (DPC). Dr. Steelman explains how combining these models

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31:15

Innovative Approaches to Mental Health in Primary Care

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/08/08

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, discuss the vital role of primary care providers in mental health with guest Dr. Cynthia Horner, Chief Medical Officer of Amwell. Christopher opens the conversation by highlighting the importance of primary care physicians as the gatekeepers of our healthcare system, emphasizing their crucial role in the early detection and treatment of mental health issues.Dr. Horner discusses the broad

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28:12

Enhancing Patient Care: Novocardia’s Value-Based...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/08/01

In this enlightening episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dr. Katherine Evans, the president of Novocardia, a division of Cardiovascular Associates of America. As the nation's largest private network of cardiologists, Novocardia is at the forefront of transforming cardiovascular care through innovative practices and a commitment to value-based care.Dr. Evans shares her insights on the shift of independent private practice

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31:49

Empowering Researchers: The Labfront Approach to Cost...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/07/25

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, welcomes Chris Peng, co-founder and CEO of Labfront. Labfront is a cutting-edge research solution for real-world data capture, trusted by prestigious academic institutions such as Stanford, Harvard, and MIT.Chris Peng shares his journey into the healthcare space, as well as his experiences that highlighted the gap between available technology and its utilization in research. Labfront aims to

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29:01

The Power of Personalized Medicine

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/07/18

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes Dr. Joshua Fischer, a pioneer in merging primary care and health coaching within the direct primary care (DPC) model. Dr. Fischer shares his journey from a traditional healthcare setting to establishing his DPC practice, Dr. Fischer, MD. He discusses the pivotal moment that led him to rethink his approach to patient care, inspired by a transformative family vacation in Spain.Dr. Fischer explains how he blends conventional

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40:56

Balancing Act: Dr. Nicole Ascanio on Managing a DPC...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/07/11

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig welcomes back Dr. Nicole Ascanio, founder of aspireMD, a thriving direct primary care (DPC) practice in Omaha, Nebraska. This episode discusses the unique challenges and rewards of running a successful medical practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Dr. Ascanio, a mother of three, shares her journey from being an employed physician in a hospital-owned practice to launching her own DPC practice in the midst of the COVID-19

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27:02

Expanding Access to Affordable Primary Care: From...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/06/27

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO and co-founder of Freedom Healthworks, dives into a crucial topic for the future of healthcare: expanding access to affordable primary care for all, regardless of insurance status.Christopher explores the vital role of accessible primary care in reducing healthcare costs and enhancing economic development, especially in rural communities. He discusses state-level legislative initiatives aimed at returning power to doctors and

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36:59

The Future of Self-Funded Healthcare Plans

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/06/20

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, Host Christopher Habig, is joined by Adam Russo, CEO of the Phia Group. Together they discuss the intricacies of building and implementing an employer healthcare plan that genuinely benefits employees.Adam Russo shares his journey and insights, highlighting the importance of caring about the industry, clients, employers, and employees' families. He emphasizes the need for self-funded plans and explains how The Phia Group ensures the best quality care at the

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44:58

Breaking the Cycle: Escaping the Employed Physician Trap

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/06/13

Join us in this insightful Healthcare Americana episode on the journey of physicians breaking free from the shackles of employment to embrace the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model. Host Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Michelle Cooke, a trailblazer in the realm of primary care in Atlanta. Dr. Cooke shares her firsthand experiences and wisdom gained from transitioning from an employed physician to a successful DPC practitioner.From the frustrations of the traditional healthcare system to the allure

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35:57

Reconstructing Healthcare: Health Rosetta’s Vision...

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/06/06

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig, CEO of Freedom Healthworks, sits down with Dave Chase, the visionary founder of Health Rosetta. Together, they explore the groundbreaking work Health Rosetta is doing to transform the healthcare landscape into a system that is transparent, accountable, and value-driven.Dave Chase shares insights from his journey, starting from the release of his influential book, “CEO's Guide to Restoring the American Dream,” to the establishment of

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28:17

The Fight for Health Freedom

Healthcare Americana ·

2024/05/30

In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig sits down with Twila Brase, the co-founder and president of the Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom. With a wealth of experience as a registered nurse and a healthcare policy advocate, Twila sheds light on the pressing issues in our healthcare system, from the pitfalls of the Affordable Care Act to the stark realities of patient data privacy under HIPAA. Listeners will hear a discussion that uncovers the hidden dynamics of socialized

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