#480 – Ruby Gadelrab Tudor, CEO & Founder at MDisrupt

Who Is Ruby Gadelrab Tudor?

Ruby Gadelrab Tudor, CEO and Founder of MDisrupt, brings over 26 years of expertise in scaling health tech innovations. With experience at companies like 23andMe and Invitae, Ruby’s mission is to bridge the gap between health insiders and tech innovators, creating transformative solutions in the health tech industry.

The Problem with “Move Fast and Break Things” in Healthcare

Healthcare innovation demands precision, trust, and evidence. Ruby emphasizes that Silicon Valley’s mantra of rapid scaling clashes with healthcare’s core principle—”do no harm.” Through MDisrupt, Ruby champions a balanced approach: “go fast responsibly.” This involves bringing together clinicians, regulatory experts, and tech innovators early in the development process to mitigate risks and ensure sustainable growth.

Key Factors for Scaling Health Tech

Ruby identifies four critical pillars for success in health tech:

1. Clinical Expertise – Insights from practicing clinicians.
2. Regulatory Knowledge – Ensuring compliance with health standards.
3. Commercial Strategy – Aligning products with market needs.
4. Reimbursement Models – Demonstrating value to payers.

These elements must work in harmony, guided by both healthcare insiders and technological pioneers.

Women’s Health: The Untapped Market

Ruby passionately advocates for increased investment in women’s health. Despite women making 80% of healthcare decisions, the sector receives less than 2% of funding. As Ruby says, “We are 51% of the population and birth 100% of the future.” She urges innovators to recognize the immense impact and potential of this underserved market.

What’s Next for Health Tech?

From AI scribe tools that enhance clinician efficiency to broader tech integrations, Ruby highlights the need for human-centered approaches in health tech. She envisions a future where trust, evidence, and technology converge to create life-changing healthcare innovations.

Collaboration on the Horizon

Ruby and host Jared S. Taylor plan to co-host future live events, featuring experts from MDisrupt’s network. This collaboration promises to showcase the voices and insights shaping the future of healthcare innovation.