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Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with Sharmeen Aqeel, the founder of Lyyvora, a healthcare-focused lending platform based in Calgary, Canada. Sharmeen Aqeel shares her inspiring journey from her international upbringing - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, France, and finally Canada - to her leap from a secure product design career into the world of entrepreneurship.
Together, they dive deep into the unique challenges healthcare clinics face when securing funding, why traditional banks often miss the mark, and how alternative lending platforms like Lyyvora are disrupting the space by prioritizing vision and growth over risk aversion. Sharmeen Aqeel opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing business with family life, her drive to build stakeholder-centered products, and the importance of trust, transparency, and continuous feedback in building a successful company.
Whether you’re a founder, a healthcare professional, or just curious about the intersection of fintech and healthcare, this candid conversation offers valuable lessons on building, scaling, and evolving a mission-driven business. Tune in and get inspired to take your own uprising!

Timestamps:
00:00 "Alternative Lending Overcomes Bank Risk"
06:12 "Challenges of Starting Entrepreneurship"
09:00 "Empathy and Problem-Solving in Design"
12:20 "Flawed Funding Application Processes"
14:50 "Building a Healthcare Lending Network"
17:24 Healthcare Financial Operations Challenges
20:45 "Stakeholder-Centered Entrepreneurship"
26:23 Client Outreach and Consistent Engagement
29:01 "Prioritize Morning Productivity"
31:37 "Importance of Timely Feedback"
34:05 "Mastering Healthcare Funding Vertical"
37:59 Building Healthcare's Marketing Channel
40:23 "B2B Social Media Growth Potential"
44:27 "Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship"
48:48 "Trust Yourself and Your Pace"
50:52 "Thanks, Sharmeen - Partner Info"

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Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with repeat guest David DuPlay, founder of Unity Global Care, to discuss an exciting new development in the world of aging and caregiver support - ALBERTai. Inspired by his own journey caring for his aging parents, David DuPlay shares how ALBERTai was designed as a free, comprehensive platform that empowers families to keep their loved ones aging safely at home.
Together, they dive into how ALBERTai generates a personalized "aging in place" score, predicts future care needs, and offers actionable recommendations, just like improving your credit score, but for your well-being. The conversation explores the real-life challenges faced by caregivers and aging adults, the impact of technology on independent living, and how ALBERTai connects families to a trusted marketplace of services and tools.
If you’re interested in the future of home care, proactive support for aging in place, or the intersection of AI and healthcare, tune in for practical insights, personal stories, and a look at the vision shaping tomorrow’s elder care.

Timestamps:
00:00 "Albert AI: Aging-in-Place Scoring"
05:59 "Aging Alone: Predicting Support Needs"
07:07 AI-Driven Support for Care Decisions
12:28 "Aging Care Challenges & Solutions"
13:36 "Aging Marketplace with Predictive Tech"
18:01 "Proactive Home Care Coordination"
23:12 Real-Time Health Tracking App
25:51 "Clinical Study Participant Matching"
29:40 "Data-Driven Home Care Support"
32:31 AI-Driven Personalized Care System
34:45 "AI-Powered Care Prioritization"
40:50 "AI for Elderly Care Solutions"
42:54 "Technology Bridging Communication Gaps"

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Get ready for an insightful episode of The Uprising Show as Vivek welcomes Roy, president of Life Chef Health, to discuss the intersection of healthcare innovation, leadership, and nutrition-driven care. Dive into a no-nonsense conversation about real challenges, lessons from the nonprofit health space, and why food as medicine is gaining momentum.
Roy’s journey from childhood adversity and military service to leading large-scale behavioral health organizations.
The unique business practices and challenges of scaling nonprofit healthcare, including balancing quality and financial sustainability.
How Life Chef Health is pioneering the “food as medicine” movement with medically tailored meals and personalized nutrition.
The realities of healthcare as a marketplace, insurance dynamics, and the importance of access and equity in care delivery.
Practical advice for maintaining health, supporting vulnerable populations, and building stronger cultures within healthcare organizations.
Tune in to learn why innovation, relationships, and nutrition matter more than ever in modern healthcare.

00:00 "Overcoming Adversity in Leadership"
03:32 "Challenges and Rewards in Home Care"
07:11 "Sustainable Model for Business Growth"
11:56 "Patient Care Over Profit Focus"
14:25 Rethinking Trust in Health Insurance
18:34 Healthcare Costs and Migration Crisis
20:26 Healthcare Funding and Policy Challenges
24:16 "Food as Medicine Approach"
26:31 Medically Tailored Meals Insights
28:50 "Improving Health Through Nutrition"
33:06 "Convenient Meals for Health Improvement"
36:00 "Fresh, Scalable Food Service"
38:38 Nonprofit Misconceptions Explained
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Get the inside scoop on Truveta and healthcare innovation with CEO Terry Myerson in this candid conversation with host Vivek. Discover what’s happening behind the scenes as they discuss technology, data, and Truveta’s mission to save lives.
Terry Myerson’s personal journey, including family influences and his time at Microsoft
The founding of Truvetta during the COVID-19 pandemic and its unique mission
How Truveta’s data platform works, who uses it, and technical considerations
Real-world impact stories, from drug safety to weight loss studies
Insights on leadership, AI’s role in healthcare, company growth, and future plans

00:00 From Medicine to Entrepreneurship
04:28 Truveta: Data-Driven Health Solutions
09:08 Advancing Medicine Through Data
12:47 Scaling Healthcare Data Intelligence
14:18 Pfizer Collaboration and Medical Breakthroughs
19:11 "The Future of Work Roles"
21:48 "Delivering Intelligence from Data"
25:17 "Scalable Systems vs. Hackery"
28:09 Adoption Fast, Transformation Slow
The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/

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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 the strengths and challenges of Swedish medicine, how burnout has impacted clinicians worldwide, and why current approaches often focus on "sick care" rather than true healthcare. She makes a compelling case for empowering patients through education, explaining how simple knowledge can be medicine in itself and help people make better choices.
We dive into the differences between Swedish and American healthcare, the unique struggles facing both systems, and the innovative work being done at Proact Life to create healthier, more knowledgeable communities. Dr. Loden also shares her vision for a more human-centered healthcare future, reveals her dream of opening a rural clinic, and offers insights for people everywhere on how to take charge of their health.
If you're curious about global perspectives on healthcare, passionate about prevention, or simply interested in how small changes can make a big difference, this episode is for you.
00:00 Small-Town Sweden to Uppsala
05:57 Global Healthcare Burnout Crisis
08:07 "Swedish Healthcare: Universal and Evolving"
13:30 Swedish vs U.S. Health Systems
14:20 Swedish Healthcare Complaints vs Innovation
18:15 Hybrid Healthcare with AI Innovation
22:18 Sweden’s Healthcare Future Insights
25:29 "Shifting from Sick to Healthcare"
28:12 Health Education and Lifestyle Solutions
33:15 "Health Literacy Certification Initiative"
34:06 "Interactive Health Education Innovations"
37:58 Overtracking Health Data Risks
41:36 "Patient Care Beyond Bureaucracy"
46:25 "Fueled by Ideas and Hope"
48:28 "Health: Prevention and Progress"
The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/

Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/

Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks

TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/
“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”