Innovating Health

In the third episode of Innovating Health Season 2, Andrea Stephany Diaz, Co-founder and CEO of OncoSwab, shares the inspiring story behind their groundbreaking nasal swab technology that’s revolutionizing early lung cancer detection.

Andrea takes us on her inspiring journey, from the spark of an idea born at a hackathon to the cutting-edge science driving this breakthrough technology. She also shares her experience of navigating t...

In the second episode of Season 2 we dive into the 10 essential Do’s and Don’ts when launching a healthcare startup with Hubert Zajicek, Co-founder, Partner and CEO of Health Wildcatters. From avoiding common pitfalls to embracing strategies that drive success, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring founders in health innovation.  Hubert shares key insights on what makes or breaks a health startup, the biggest mistakes founders...

In Season 2, Episode 1 of the Innovating Health podcast, we sit down with Michael Walsh, Founder and CEO of Cariloop — a pioneering, inclusive benefit solution transforming the caregiving experience. A proud Health Wildcatters portfolio company, Cariloop has grown into a Series C success, making a powerful impact in healthcare and employee support. Join us as Michael shares his founder journey, the evolution of Cariloop, and practi...

In the final episode of Season 1 - Innovating Health, Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MBA, dives into the entrepreneurial mindset needed to address healthcare’s most pressing challenges. He explores the essential traits of successful healthcare entrepreneurs, the transformative impact of mentorship and networking, and strategic approaches to navigating regulatory hurdles. Hear inspiring success stories from HW Alumniand actionabl...

In this episode of Innovating Health, Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA explores the intricate and dynamic landscape of funding for health innovation. With extensive experience in supporting early-stage healthcare startups, Dr. Zajicek shares valuable insights into diverse funding models—venture capital, angel investors, federal non-dilutive funding, corporate partnerships, and crowdfunding—and offers practical strategies for successfull...

In Episode 6 of Innovating Health podcast, Dr. Hubert Zajicek sits down with Tina Saw, CEO and Founder of Oral Genome and an alumna of Health Wildcatters. Oral Genome is transforming oral health care with point-of-care, saliva-based testing that delivers rapid insights into conditions like cavities, periodontal disease, and diabetes.This innovative approach supports both prevention and early intervention, paving the w...

In Episode 4 of Innovating Health, we spotlight a Founder Story with Dave Copps—Futurist, Technologist, and Visionary. Listeners get a front-row seat to an inspiring journey through Dave's life and achievements as a serial entrepreneur. From his early entrepreneurial days to his pioneering work in technology and artificial intelligence, this episode offers valuable insights into Copps' approach to problem-solving, AI, ...

In "Founder Story: Navigating the Path to Exit," Dr. Hubert Zajicek interviews Panna Sharma, President and CEO of Lantern Pharma. Lantern Pharma leverages A.I., machine learning, and genomics to transform the cost, pace, and timeline of oncology drug discovery and development.

This episode explores Sharma's journey through the complexities of the healthcare industry and entrepreneurship, leading to a successful exit t...

Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA, explains the differences between accelerators and incubators, and which aligns best with a startup's needs. Through expert insights and examples, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the benefits and support systems of each program, including Health Wildcatters, a mentor-driven seed-startup accelerator. This episode is a valuable resource for founders and listeners seeking guidance on selecting the...