Episodes

Join our hosts Marney Reid and Erika DeLeon as they discuss the evolution they've seen in healthcare over the last ten years. In today's espisode they discuss: Digital revolution and EHRs Telemedicine and remote care The healthcare spending criss The role patients should play in advocating for their physicians

Join Emily Ast Esq., Brian Culp, MD, and Marney Reid as they share the various ways a physician would get asked to be on a MedTech design team. We review the best practices on protecting your intellectual property if it’s your idea you’re bringing to them, the reasonable non-competes based on the work you’re doing with the company, and when and how to give when you’re building a relationship that you want to last with a company and product you believe in. Emily Ast, Esq. CEO and founder of Ast P...

Join Dr. Michael Ast, Ann Roen, and Marney Reid as they discuss the nuances of what it takes to go from a physician consultant for a MedTech or Pharma company, into becoming a Chief Medical Officer or Chief Innovation Officer. We review the biggest changes one needs to make to successfully transition into this role and the lessons learned and watch outs that Dr. Ast and Ann have seen. Dr. Michael Ast Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Chief of the Knee Service Chief Innovatio...

Join Neil Badlani, MD, MBA, Janet Carlson, MSN, RN, NE-BC, FACHE and Marney Reid as they discuss the various considerations on launching or growing successful Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). We review the pros and cons of a multi-specialty versus all musculoskeletal, design and equipment needs depending on what type of procedures you’re performing, working with physician partners to maximize efficiency while maintaining the highest patient outcomes, and other key factors that lead to a succes...

Join Marney Reid, Erika DeLeon, and Maryrose Roberts as they discuss how to manage both your own anxiety and fears through a time of change, as well as rise as a leader within your organization. While one of the only constants in life is change, managing it, coming out on top and advancing your career through it is one of the things we can accomplish during organization, goals, or leadership transitions. Erika DeLeon Executive Operations Consultant; LLC is Optimal Strategic Solutions Erika DeL...

Join Marney Reid and Kate Lee Smith as they discuss the various components to consider when upping your podium presence game. Everything from how you create your slides, to cue cards for moderating panels, to speech intonation and outfit considerations. This is an excellent discussion for both physicians and “corporate” people who are being called to speak in public more often. Kate Lee Smith Founder & Principal Consultant Motion Innovative Kate Lee Smith is a dynamic healthcare leader and speak...

Join Marney Reid and Dr. Bryan Springer as they discuss the benefits to getting involved in organizations within your subspecialty and expanding your horizons to philanthropic work as well. Dr. Springer shares how he got his start, which has led to various chair and president roles of national organizations, and his passion for giving back to the underserved through his mission work with Operation Walk Carolinas. Bryan Springer, MD Chair; Department of Orthopedic Surgery Adult Reconstructive Su...

Join Marney Reid and Nic Aldrich as they discuss the nuances and strategy on preparing for a product launch for either a new market, or an existing marketing with competitors. This is a great interview if you’re interested in joining a startup company, transitioning into a marketing role, or about to participate in a product development and launch (if you’re a surgeon) or participate in a product launch for your company (if you’re a sales representative). Nic Aldrich Vice President of Marketing ...

Join Marney Reid and Dr. Rina Jain as they discuss the role that a mentor and a sponsor can play in your career success, the role the mentee plays in this relationship, how to navigate changing mentor relationships, and the art of paying it forward once you’ve benefited from advocates and advisors. Rina Jain, MD Dr. Rina Jain completed her medical and orthopedic training at the University of Toronto. She then completed a fellowship in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty under Dr. Rod Davey. Dr. Jain is c...

If you’d like to request a complimentary town hall either in person or via webinar with Dana and Gary to discuss employment or a PSA, please email Info@vectormedicalgroup.com to schedule a time. For those who will attend this year’s American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons annual meeting, there is still room to register for their November 8th 12:30 PM session at the upcoming 2024 Annual AAHKS Meeting titled: Private Equity & Orthopedic Groups: Latest Updates, Pros & Cons, Second Bites, “Li...

If you’d like to request a complimentary town hall either in person or via webinar with Dana and Gary to discuss employment or a PSA, please email Info@vectormedicalgroup.com to schedule a time. For those who will attend this year’s American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons annual meeting, there is still room to register for their November 8th 12:30 PM session at the upcoming 2024 Annual AAHKS Meeting titled: Private Equity & Orthopedic Groups: Latest Updates, Pros & Cons, Second Bites, “Li...

Join Marney Reid and Cynthia (Cindy) Walker as they discuss the soft skills required to advance your career. Whether you’re a physician or someone in the “corporate world” developing skills past just the knowledge base to complete your job can make the difference on if and when you get promoted. Cynthia (Cindy) Walker Senior Vice President, Global Medical Education & Societies Smith + Nephew Title Cynthia (Cindy) Walker has over thirty years in the medical device industry. Cindy joined Smith+Nep...

Join Marney Reid and Lee Grossman as they discuss the importance of musculoskeletal research and the benefits to patient care that this critical research provides to assist clinicians in providing the best care for their patients, and to the evolution of best in class protocols for the evolving patient population. Lee Grossman, MBA, ML, CAE Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Co-Chair, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases ...

Join Marney Reid and Chris Frink as they discuss going from a MedTech sales role into leading a team that defines and rolls out the strategy for a new product/technology launch. Chris talks through his experience starting on the sales team at one of the “big five” (as we call it in the Orthopaedic industry) into leading commercial strategy at a smaller MedTech company. We discuss the biggest changes to keep in mind when going from sales into an internal role, and key variables to consider in ord...

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Join Dana Jacoby, MBA (CEO and Founder of Vector Medical Group) and  Gary Herschman Esq. member of the law firm, Epstein, Becker, Green and Marney Reid as they discuss various housekeeping items that both Orthopaedic departments and...

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https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/d/2/c/e/d2ce1463c56b01b027a2322813b393ee/3_The_Anatomy_of_a_Private_Equity_Deal_with_Dana_Jacoby_MBA_Gary_Herschman_Esq._and_Marney_Reid.pdf Join Dana Jacoby, MBA (CEO and Founder of Vector Medical Group) and Gary Herschman Esq. member of the law firm, Epstein, Becker, Green and Marney Reid as they discuss the various phases of a private equity and Ortho/Spine practice deal and key "go and no/go" points at each phase. Discussion Topics: Discuss key financial t...

https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/c/9/9/5c99162e7f37d42627a2322813b393ee/1_Orthopaedic_and_Spine_Practice_State_of_the_Union_with_Dana_Jacoby_MBA_Gary_Herschman_Esq._and_Marney_Reid.pdf Join Dana Jacoby, MBA (CEO and Founder of Vector Medical Group) and Gary Herschman Esq. member of the law firm, Epstein, Becker, Green and Marney Reid as they discuss updates in the world of Orthopaedic and Spine private equity transactions and what's happened in the market since February 2024. Discussion Top...

Join Marney Reid and Drs. Leonard Buller and Spencer Summers as they discuss the biggest adjustments to going from training into building a brand in a large health system, adjusting to and learning all the politics happening within both your practice/department and within the hospital you operate at. Leonard Buller, MD Medical Director of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Indiana University Saxony Hospital, Fishers, Indiana Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Indiana University School of...

Join Marney Reid and Drs. Sara Wallace and Richard Yoon as they discuss goal setting and adjusting your goals as life events occur. This candid discussion reviews the role mentors have played in their life, how they approach mentoring their trainees, and the concept that “balance does not exist,” you simply ebb and flow along with your partner and family as your career ramps up and maintains an upward trajectory. Sara Shippee Wallace, MD MPH Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surger...

Join Dr. Genghis Niver Meagan Lugo, PA, Dana Jacoby and Marney Reid as they walk through detailed accounts of the below to share the setup and infrastructure needed to build and develop a highly optimized office-based procedure practice for Orthopaedic hand surgeons: Discussion topics: Weekly planning to optimize your clinic New patient, post-op patient, and non-operative patient scheduling and flow Infrastructure and resources/staff needed for a successful staff and patient care pathway Role...

Join Dr. Genghis Niverr, Meagan Lugo, PA, Renee Paveglio, RN, Dana Jacoby and Marney Reid as they discuss why a hand surgeon and their office manager/department director should build out an office-based procedure practice for their patients and healthcare overall. Discussion topics: Patient experience enhanced with lowered cost of care Building out the patient care pathway – resources and education Best practices/lessons learned from key support staff and Dr. Niver Feedback from the patients...

Join Marney Reid and Erin Hoffman, President and CEO at Total Joint Orthopedics (TJO) as they discuss the role corporate social responsibility plays in a purpose driven company. Erin shares the story of how Operation Walk, an all- volunteer medical humanitarian organization that provides the gift of mobility through life-changing joint replacement surgeries at no cost for those in need in the U.S. and globally was founded and drives much of the TJO mission. We also review the role value-based ca...