Transforming Primary Care Through AI and Patient-Centered Innovation with Dr. Rushika Fernandopulle

Broken Healthcare

Today, I sat down with Dr. Rushika Fernandopulle, a visionary who’s leading the charge to redesign our broken healthcare system from the ground up. His journey from a traditional medical career to founding revolutionary care models, and even shaping Amazon’s healthcare initiatives, is nothing short of inspiring.
We covered a lot of ground in this episode, from broken systems to bold solutions, and I’m excited to share it all with you. Here are the top takeaways you don’t want to miss:
Key Takeaways:
1. Redefining Primary Care: Dr. Rushika explains how relationship-based care, not transaction-focused systems, holds the key to better health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
2. The Power of Direct Primary Care (DPC): Learn how DPC models cut through red tape, improve access, and reduce costs by focusing on proactive, personalized care.
3. The Employer’s Role in Healthcare: Hear how organizations like Boeing achieved a 40% drop in hospitalizations and slashed absenteeism rates through innovative partnerships.
4. Technology with a Human Touch: Discover how AI and wearable tech can complement – not replace – healthcare providers, enhancing care delivery and engagement.
5. Practical Solutions for Chronic Conditions: Dr. Rushika shares real-life stories of how simple, patient-centered actions (like a $35 iPod purchase) can lead to massive cost savings and improved patient experiences.
If you’ve ever wondered why healthcare feels so impersonal or inaccessible, this episode will blow your mind. We’re diving deep into what’s wrong and, more importantly, how to fix it. Whether you’re a patient, an employer, or just someone who’s passionate about change, this episode is packed with insights you can use.
Visit Dr. Rushika Fernandopulle' social media pages:
Website: https://www.onemedical.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rushikaf/
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