Yelak Biru, President and CEO of the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), joins me on Healthcare Unfiltered to share his remarkable personal and professional journey.
After immigrating to the US from Ethiopia, Yelak was diagnosed with multiple myeloma at the age of 26, setting him on an extraordinary path as both a survivor and a passionate advocate for myeloma patients. He discusses pivotal moments in his treatment, including seeking second opinions, utilizing groundbreaking therapies like CAR-T, and his ongoing decision to reject a transplant. Now leading the world’s first and largest nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted by multiple myeloma, Yelak shares his vision for expanding the IMF’s global outreach, advancing research, and empowering patients and caregivers worldwide.
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David Canes, CEO of WellPrept and a Boston-based urologist, joins the Healthcare Unfiltered show to share the story behind his innovative platform designed to reduce physician burnout. He explains how WellPrept empowers doctors to streamline patient education by organizing and delivering tailored materials before the first visit, allowing for more personalized and efficient consultations. David
Graduating fellows Jennifer Marks and Megan Melody join my Healthcare Unfiltered show to discuss the challenges of navigating the job search during fellowship. They share insights on when to start looking for positions, the importance of networking through mentors and conferences, and how to handle geographic limitations in the job market. The conversation also covers
Dr. Anish Koka, a cardiologist, returns to the show for the first time since the inaugural episode in October 2020. With a sharp focus on healthcare policy, he delves into the impact of the Affordable Care Act on his practice, critiques the influence of political biases in academia, and shares his bold ideas for making
