Episode Details
What you’ll get out of this episode:
- Discussion on transitioning from a practicing doctor to a startup entrepreneur.
- The story behind the inception of Nomad Health.
- Understanding healthcare staffing challenges in the digital age.
- Nomad Health’s role in bridging the gap between supply and demand in healthcare staffing.
- Emphasis on ensuring quality and building trust in healthcare services.
- A look into the future of Nomad Health and its aspirations.
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Introduction: A Conversation Worth Having
When Jared S Taylor welcomed Alexi Nazem, the co-founder and CEO of Nomad Health, onto his podcast, listeners were given a rare insight into the mind behind the transformation in healthcare staffing.
The Backstory: From Doctor to Entrepreneur
Alexi Nazem isn’t just a businessman. As a New York native, he grew up surrounded by the medical world. Over time, he shifted his gaze from clinical work to the broader systemic issues in healthcare. He noticed inefficiencies and hurdles in the system which spurred his journey from a practicing doctor to a startup entrepreneur. His goal was clear: leverage technology to improve healthcare.
Making the Shift: Embracing Entrepreneurship
One intriguing aspect of Nazem’s journey is the transition from clinical medicine to entrepreneurship. While medicine focuses on routines and precision, entrepreneurship, as Nazem describes, is about “failing forward” and adapting. His passion and optimism, he claims, are the secret ingredients that powered his venture into the uncharted waters of healthcare startups.
Nomad Health: Bridging the Gap
Nomad Health is a game-changer in the healthcare staffing domain. At its core, it’s a marketplace connecting health systems with professionals, from nurses to ultrasound technologists. Unlike traditional staffing systems, Nomad offers a transparent, efficient, and cost-effective approach, benefiting both the healthcare facilities and the professionals.
The Staffing Crisis: A Solution on the Horizon
There’s no denying the healthcare staffing crisis. With an aging population and increased healthcare demands, there’s an evident gap between supply and demand. Nomad Health addresses this challenge by optimizing the staffing process, ensuring more people can fill in temporary roles efficiently.
Quality Control: Ensuring the Best of the Best
Trust and quality are the pillars of Nomad Health. With a comprehensive rules engine, ongoing skills assessments, and a dedicated clinical excellence team, the platform ensures that only the most qualified individuals get matched with healthcare institutions.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Nomad Health
The journey for Nomad Health has just begun. While they have made significant strides in transforming healthcare staffing, the potential is vast. Their focus remains on broadening their reach, ensuring more institutions and professionals benefit from their services.
Slice Of Healthcare Wrap Up
The conversation between Taylor and Nazem was more than just an interview – it was an exploration of a vision. As the dialogue wrapped up, there was an air of anticipation. The world of healthcare staffing is undoubtedly changing, and with pioneers like Alexi Nazem leading the way, the future looks promising.
WORD FROM OUR SPONSORS:
Our sponsors for this episode are Sage Growth Partners, FlipMD by GoodRX and Quantum Health
Sage Growth Partners accelerates commercial success for healthcare organizations through a singular focus on growth. The company helps its clients thrive amid the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace with deep domain expertise and an integrated application of research, strategy, and marketing. For more information, please go to www.sage-growth.com & follow Sage Growth Partners on social media – @sagegrowthpartners
Quantum Health is an award-winning consumer healthcare navigation company that delivers an unparalleled consumer experience based on empathy and trust, enabling employers to achieve industry-leading satisfaction rates and independently validated claim savings. Launched in 1999, Quantum Health’s model is based on years of consumer research and the insights learned from guiding millions of consumers and their providers through their healthcare journey. Visit: https://quantum-health.com/ and follow Quantum health on social media – @Quantum Health
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