#437 - Abhinav Shashank, Co-Founder & CEO at Innovaccer

Slice of Healthcare

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Abhinav Shashank, Co-Founder & CEO at Innovaccer.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Origins and Growth of Innovacer: Abhinav Shashank, CEO of Innovacer, shares his journey of building a successful healthcare tech company, discussing the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from a data platform for universities to a healthcare-focused entity.
• Pivotal Healthcare Shift with Mercy ACO: Innovacer's shift to healthcare was catalyzed by their project with Mercy Accountable Care Organization, leading to a focus on integrating various healthcare data for comprehensive patient views and proactive care.
• Advancements in AI and Healthcare Efficiency: Shashank highlights Innovacer's expansion into AI and how it significantly aids in reducing administrative burdens for healthcare professionals, improving patient care and physician well-being.
• Navigating Personal Challenges and Cultural Change: Despite experiencing a challenging period of personal depression, Shashank's return led to a greater emphasis on company culture, focusing on long-term sustainability and employee well-being.
• Embracing Purposeful Capitalism for Sustainable Growth: Innovacer, valued at over $3 billion, navigates the complex healthcare tech industry by prioritizing purposeful capitalism and sustainable growth, aiming for long-term impact over quick profits.

To learn more about Innovaccer:
Website: https://innovaccer.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovaccer/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinavshashank/

Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Healthcare
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

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