In SkillTorch Episode 18, 1upHealth CEO Joe Gagnon explores extending health-span with data

1upHealth
October 13, 2023

In this episode, Joe Gagnon, CEO of 1upHealth, delves into practical applications of generative AI in healthcare, emphasizing data standardization and quality. He discusses the challenges of data collection during the pandemic, potential cost savings, and the future of healthcare.

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1:00 - 7:00	Meet the host, Malika, and discover more about the 1upHealth mission, as well as the integral role data plays in addressing US healthcare challenges.
8:00 - 12:00	Delve into the intricacies of the US healthcare system, and gain valuable insights into the potential for technology to enhance healthcare and the pressing need for change.
13:00 - 20:00	Take note of Joe’s personal health journey, with a focus on his habits, lifestyle choices, and his ambitious 20-year project aimed at minimizing healthcare consumption.
20:19 - 26:03	Delve into practical applications of generative AI in healthcare, challenges in pandemic data collection, and the cost-savings potential of AI through innovation and data transparency.
27:00 - 29:53	Explore AI's potential for cost savings and effectiveness in healthcare, with a focus on reducing administrative costs and minimizing redundant tests.
29:53 - 32:54	Learn about Joe's passion for healthier living, his ongoing projects at 1upHealth, and the development of a new architecture for managing large-scale healthcare data, particularly from social media sources.