From IT to MD: Sarjoo Patel's Journey in Healthcare Innovation
The Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast
Release Date: 06/09/2026
The Untold Secrets of Growing a Resilient Home Care Business in a Turbulent Market w/ Muhammad Nazir
The Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast
In this episode of the Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast, Christian Steinert speaks with Muhammad Nazir, founder and CEO of ChoiceCare Home Health, about the changing landscape of healthcare delivery and the role of technology in modernizing care. Muhammad shares how his career began in health information management and healthcare operations, helping organizations transition from paper-based systems to EMRs during the early days of digital transformation.He explains how those experiences shaped his approach to leadership, change management, and operational efficiency, especially in federally...
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How Alio.ai Is Transforming Kidney Care with Wearables with David Kuraguntla
The Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast
In this episode, David Kuraguntla, CEO of Alio.ai, shares the journey of founding a healthcare tech company focused on remote patient monitoring and wearables. Discover insights on product development, stakeholder alignment, clinical trials, and leadership in health tech innovation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alio.ai and David's Journey 03:20 The Evolution of Alio's Product 06:21 Understanding the Wearable Technology 11:39 Navigating Healthcare Data and Reimbursement 14:34 Building a Strong Team and Leadership 17:22 Funding and Capital Acquisition 19:47 Clinical Trials and Regulatory...
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How the Founder of GGB Healthcare, Andrew Bravo, Solves Home Care's Hardest Challenges with AI
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In this episode, Andrew Bravo, founder and CEO of GGB Healthcare, shares insights on leveraging AI to transform home care operations, focusing on scheduling, billing, and data management. Discover how targeted AI solutions can address industry-specific challenges and drive growth in the rapidly expanding home care sector. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Home Care and GGB Healthcare 01:20 Andrew Bravo's Journey in Healthcare 04:05 The Demand for Home Care Solutions 05:36 AI in Home Care Scheduling Challenges 10:11 Data Management and Reporting in Home Care 13:49 Billing Challenges in Home...
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From IT to MD: Sarjoo Patel's Journey in Healthcare Innovation
The Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast
In this episode, Sarjoo Patel, MD and CEO of Beam Healthcare, shares his journey from IT to healthcare, the innovative telemedicine solutions his company provides to hospitals and health systems, and insights into scaling healthcare technology businesses. Discover how technology, clinical experience, and strategic leadership are transforming patient care in underserved regions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Beam Healthcare and Sarjoo Patel 02:43 Journey from IT to Medicine 05:35 Founding Beam Healthcare: Addressing Pain Points 08:49 Challenges Faced by Regional Hospitals 11:36 Telehealth...
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Telehealth and HealthTech Operations in the Age of AI with Andi Hila
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On this episode, we welcome Andi Hila, Chief Product Officer of Humla Health onto The Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast. Andi is one of the most accomplished healthtech executies in our network, achieving the presigious Columbus 30 Under 30 award and accelerating his career to executive and C-suite levels in his late 20s and early 30s. He brings one of the most focused backgrounds to healthcare information systems and data management, blending industry expertise with technology product mastery. Tune into this one to learn about how healthcare leveraged AI with IBM 15 years ago, before the AI...
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The Hidden Realities of Healthcare Operations from Daniel Dudley
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In this episode, Daniel Dudley shares his non-traditional journey into healthcare, explores the multifaceted role of operations in healthcare startups, and discusses the challenges and opportunities in healthcare growth, including revenue cycle management and health tech innovation. Chapters 00:00 Daniel's Unique Journey into Healthcare 04:08 Understanding the Role of a COO in Healthcare 09:57 The Challenges of Operations in Healthcare 15:43 Growth Bottlenecks in Healthcare Organizations 29:53 Key Attributes of Successful Health Tech Startups Daniel Dudley's LinkedIn -...
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Optimizing Good Faith Evaluations in MedSpa using Telehealth with Paulina Riedler
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In this conversation, Paulina Riedler, founder of Spakinect, discusses her journey in establishing a telehealth company focused on medical aesthetics. She shares insights on the evolution of the industry from pre-COVID to post-COVID, the challenges of regulatory compliance, and the importance of patient experience. The conversation also touches on the growth of Spakinect, the role of AI in telehealth, and future goals for the company, including advocacy for the med spa industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Telehealth and Spakinect 06:03 Growth and Expansion of Spakinect 12:02 Building a...
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The First Drug Designed to Actually Heal Broken Bones with Sahar Meiron
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In this episode of the Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast, Sahar Meiron shares his entrepreneurial journey in the biotech industry, focusing on his company OrthoTreat, which aims to redefine orthopedic medicine. He discusses the challenges of funding, the importance of building a strong team, and the strategies for customer acquisition and market research. Sahar also delves into the complexities of clinical trials and regulatory pathways, emphasizing the significance of value-based care in the healthcare landscape. Throughout the conversation, he highlights the importance of relationships and the...
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Innovating Technology in Healthcare as a Consultant with Nate Sundheimer
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In this episode of the Healthcare Growth Cycle podcast, host Christian Steinert interviews Nate Sundheimer, Director of Digital and Technology at Wipfli. They discuss Nate's academic journey, his transition from clinical medicine to healthcare innovation, and the challenges of implementing new technologies in healthcare. The conversation delves into revenue cycle management, the readiness of healthcare organizations for AI, and the impact of AI on ROI. Nate shares insights on value-based care models and offers advice for aspiring healthcare consultants and leaders. Chapters 00:00...
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Smart Solutions for Medication Adherence with Tony Sterns
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In this episode of the Healthcare Growth Cycle Podcast, Tony Sterns, CEO of IRX Reminder, shares his journey from engineering in the Navy to leading a health tech company focused on medication adherence. He discusses the challenges of medication management, the innovative solutions his company is developing, and the impact of these solutions on healthcare economics. The conversation also touches on the importance of AI in healthcare, the dynamics of building a health tech team, and the broader challenges faced in the industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healthcare Innovation 03:01...
info_outlineIn this episode, Sarjoo Patel, MD and CEO of Beam Healthcare, shares his journey from IT to healthcare, the innovative telemedicine solutions his company provides to hospitals and health systems, and insights into scaling healthcare technology businesses. Discover how technology, clinical experience, and strategic leadership are transforming patient care in underserved regions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Beam Healthcare and Sarjoo Patel
02:43 Journey from IT to Medicine
05:35 Founding Beam Healthcare: Addressing Pain Points
08:49 Challenges Faced by Regional Hospitals
11:36 Telehealth Workflow in Rural Settings
14:47 Technology in Telemedicine: Robots and Accessibility
17:41 The Art of Patient Interviews and AI in Healthcare
19:06 The Role of AI in Healthcare Documentation
19:58 Value-Based Care and Telemedicine
23:41 Integrating EHRs in Telemedicine
26:47 Scaling Beam Healthcare: Challenges and Strategies
32:32 Leadership Insights in Healthcare
35:28 Social Impact and Future Endeavors
Resources
Sarjoo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarjoo-p/