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Welcome to The Uprising Show where we delve into the minds of the game changers, the innovators, the visionaries, and the pioneers of the healthcare industry. The Uprising Show is hosted by Vivek Nanda, Founder of TopHealth. TopHealth is a media network focused exclusively on Thought Leadership in Healthcare. Vivek has a track record of taking several companies in B2B, SAAS, and Health-tech from zero to millions in dollars of revenue as a Marketing and Go-To-Market Leader.
Join us as we speak with the people who are revolutionizing the way we think and approach healthcare. Bringing you insights and inspiration from the most impactful voices in healthcare today.
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Send us a text Welcome to a special episode of The Uprising Show! Today, we take you on a journey into the heart of Swedish healthcare with Dr. Sara Loden, a physician and the founder of Proact Life. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Loden shares her passion for moving healthcare "upstream" focusing on prevention and health literacy long before diagnosis or crisis strike. From growing up in a small Swedish town to navigating the complexities of public health systems, Sara candidly discusses...
Send us a text Welcome to The Uprising Show! In this thought-provoking episode, host Vivek sits down with Sergei Polevikov an accomplished mathematician, healthcare AI entrepreneur, and the candid author of the Substack newsletter "AI Health Uncut." Sergei shares his fascinating journey from Belarus to the front lines of AI innovation in healthcare, discussing how his passion for mathematics, research, and problem-solving led him from finance to making a real difference in digital health. Ser...
Send us a text In this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek sits down with Emily Daviss, a Nashville-based physical therapist and co-founder of Averwell, a company pioneering immersive technology in healthcare. Emily shares insights from her 15 years in the field, reflecting on her journey from clinical patient care to entrepreneurship, and the personal experiences that inspired her path. Together, they explore the promise of virtual and immersive tech in transforming rehabilitation, maki...
Send us a text Welcome to a brand new episode of The Uprising Show! In today’s inspiring conversation, host Vivek sits down with Randy Platt, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Care Partners, for a deeply personal and insightful look at the evolution of home-based care and the values that power it. Randy shares his unique upbringing as the youngest of five in a multi-generational household, revealing how early experiences with family caregiving and the wisdom passed down from his father deeply ...
Send us a text On this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek sits down with Jessica Baladad, founder of the Feel for Your Life app, to share her powerful journey from breast cancer patient to health-tech innovator. Diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer at the age of 33, Jessica describes how discovering a lump during a self-exam and navigating misdiagnosis led her to become a fierce advocate for women's health and self-advocacy. Through her story, she reveals the gaps she experienced in ea...
Send us a text In this episode of The Uprising Show, Vivek sits down for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation with Henry O’Connell, the CEO and co-founder of Canary Speech. Henry shares his personal journey growing up in deep poverty and the lasting impact of community kindness, which fuels his mission to make healthcare accessible to all. Together, they dive into Canary Speech’s groundbreaking technology: a clinical tool using AI and voice analysis to detect neurological, cognitive, and...
Send us a text Welcome to a truly inspiring episode of The Uprising Show! Today, we sit down with Vishnu Maya Upadhyay, a triple-certified nurse practitioner with expertise in women's health, mental health, and behavioral health, and over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Raised in New Delhi and now based in Dallas, Vishnu shares her remarkable journey from being influenced by her mother's career as a midwife in India, through her international work in Bahrain, to eventually ...
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this inspiring conversation, host Vivek sits down with David Duplay, a true pioneer at the intersection of healthcare and technology. With over 30 years of experience in health tech, and an incredible personal journey that includes a career as a professional bull rider, David brings a unique perspective on innovation, resilience, and improving patient outcomes. In this episode, David shares stories from his upbringing on an Oh...
Send us a text Get ready for an inspiring conversation on The Uprising Show as Vivek sits down with Rodney Burris, President and CFO at Care Partners, to talk about leadership, home care, and the power of love in healthcare. This episode digs into the realities of building a people-first company in one of the most challenging industries, and the lessons learned along the way. In this episode: Rodney shares his journey from childhood surgeries to a lifelong mission in healthcareThe surprisingl...
Send us a text Pharmacists do much more than fill prescriptions, and Dr. Ashley Kay Pendrick is here to show us how they're transforming clinical care. In this episode of The Uprising Show, Dr. Pendrick breaks down the role of the "rebel pharmacist" and what real clinical integration can look like. Here's what you'll learn: Dr. Pendrick’s unconventional path to pharmacy and why she chose this profession over others in healthcare.How pharmacists' roles go far beyond retail, including clinical ...
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with Tom Ross, a veteran sales and marketing leader in the medical device startup world, also known as “The Device Doctor.” With over 30 years of experience in Silicon Valley’s medtech scene, Tom shares fascinating insights from his journey, from his early days in critical care devices to helping startups with go-to-market strategies and fundraising today. Tom discusses how the medtech landsc...
Send us a text Welcome to a brand new episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek Nanda sits down with Dr. Jacob Kantrowitz, internal medicine physician, entrepreneur, and co-founder of River Records. Dr. Kantrowitz shares his journey from an early fascination with computer science at Milton Academy to pursuing both medicine and technology through an MD/PhD program at Boston University. Together, they unpack the genesis of River Records, a healthcare tech startup on a mission to...
Send us a text In this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek sits down with Manush Saydmohammed, Ph.D., MBA, co-founder and CEO of ZEGENEX Inc., a Pittsburgh-based startup developing innovative wound healing solutions. Manush shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Kerala, India, through a career in biomedical research across India, Japan, and the US, to becoming an entrepreneur driven by the desire to translate cutting-edge science into real-world medical solutions. The co...
Send us a text Welcome back! In this episode, we sit down with Scott Chetham, CEO and co-founder of Faro Health, for an in-depth conversation about revolutionizing clinical trials with data-driven technology. Scott shares his unexpected journey from Australia’s Gold Coast to becoming a healthcare tech leader in San Diego, and how his upbringing, shaped by his parents’ perseverance and partnership, inspired his approach to entrepreneurship. In this conversation, Scott digs into the complexitie...
Send us a text In this enlightening episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek welcomes Dr. Eve Cunningham, the new Chief Medical Officer of Cadence. Join us as we dive into Dr. Cunningham's fascinating career journey from an OBGYN physician to a tech leader in healthcare innovation. She shares her insights on the transformation of care delivery systems, embracing technology, and her exciting new role at Cadence—an innovative force scaling remote patient care. As they delve into the futur...
Send us a text In this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek sits down with Neal Shah, a game-changing visionary in the healthcare world. Neal is the co-founder and CEO of CareYaya Health Technologies and Counterforce Health, two groundbreaking startups making significant headway in age tech and AI for denied health insurance claims. With a profound personal journey shaping his ventures, Neal Shah shares his insights on redefining caregiving through tech innovation and addressing the criti...
Send us a text In this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek chats with Dr. Carmen Messerlian, a pioneering reproductive epidemiologist, about her journey and groundbreaking work in fertility health. Dr. Carmen Messerlian is the founder of Vie Science. Discover how her personal history and innovative company, Vie Science, aim to revolutionize reproductive health. Dr. Carmen Messerlian's immigrant upbringing and how it influenced her career.The concept of generational health and its impact ...
Send us a text Welcome to The Uprising Show, where today, we're diving deep into the world of biotech and AI with a truly inspiring guest, Dr. Pranam Chatterjee. At just 32 years old, Pranam has already accomplished an impressive array of achievements. He's a professor at Duke University, a co-founder of multiple biotech companies, and a trailblazer in the fields of genetic engineering and AI-driven biology. In this episode, we'll explore Pranam's fascinating journey from a small town i...
Send us a text Explore the intersection of technology and healthcare with Dr. Joe Morgan and host Vivek on The Uprising Show. Delve into how XR and AI are reshaping patient care, innovation, and the future of the healthcare industry. Discover Dr. Joe Morgan's journey from anesthesiologist to tech entrepreneur with Waya Health.Learn about the motivations and insights leading to the creation of Waya Health.Understand the challenges and triumphs of introducing XR technology into healthcare.Exami...
Send us a text Join Vivek as he chats with Seth Turnoff, a man of many talents and experiences. Dive into Seth's journey from a touring drummer to a healthcare marketing innovator, uncovering unique insights along the way. Seth Turnoff shares his unconventional career path and entrepreneurial spirit.Explore the intricacies of patient acquisition in healthcare.Learn about hyper-targeted marketing and its impact on healthcare practices.Discover Seth’s take on the power of personal branding, inc...



