00:00 - The start of the show

01:52 - Dr. Park joins the show

05:05 - Pain points in the emergency department

11:02 - The launch of the virtual triage program

15:28 - Lessons learned

19:21 - Next steps

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 The start of the show

01:26 Todd Headley joins the show

08:41 Accelerator Programs with Innosphere Ventures

20:28 Overcoming Startup Challenges

31:06 - The Future of Innovation Spaces

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 The start of the show

02:32 Arman Kilic joins the show

04:46 Leveraging AI in heart transplantation

10:13 Using machine learning to train models

13:35 Regulatory issues regarding AI today in medicine

19:30 Advice to students who want to learn AI, ChatGPT, and machine learning

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

DuBois, a distinguished figure in the field, provides valuable insights into the latest breakthroughs and emerging trends that are shaping the landscape of oncology.

00:00 The start of the show

01:55 Ray DuBois joins the show

04:34 The importance of an NCI Designated Cancer Center

07:00 Preventive vaccines and artificial intelligence work in Cancer

17:25 Growing diversity for innovative thinking at Hollings

25:29 South Carolina legislature support and the LOWVELO Bike ride

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 The start of the show

01:42 Jonathan Yantis joins the show

05:12 The pain point for QuickSortRx

08:04 Helping pharmacies create efficiency

14:41 The background in starting a company  

26:00 The growth of startups in South Carolina

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

By sending small vibrations through the hand, Therabracelet sends signals to the brain that patients can't even feel, strengthening the hand and stimulating the brain during rehab all through just a simple wrist device.

00:00 The start of the show

01:42 Dr. Baliga joins the show

06:51 Explaining Antirejection Medications after transplant surgery  

08:59 The barriers for increasing organ donor pool

12:07 Innovation through Xenografts and Bioprinting

14:34 Virtual Crossmatching to improve rejection rates

19:44 Engineering tissues and regenerative medicine

27:30 South Carolina’s history in transplantation

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we interview Ryan Fiorini, CEO of BLINK CNS, about their revolutionary technology that can diagnose a condition and other neurological conditions through just blinking. Fiorini discusses how their technology can be the future of concussion testing in sports for athletes of all ages as well as how the FDA-approved technology is also being used to diagnosis other central nervous system conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

00:00 The start of the show

01:53 Ryan Fiorini joins the show

03:45 Explaining Blink CNS and the technology

06:41 What data can be collected through blinking

11:10 Why is Blink the future of concussion testing in sports

16:47 Getting past baseline testing

20:00 Using Blink for other conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s

25:18 The long-term use for Blink testing

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Learn more about BLINK CNS by visiting: https://www.blinkcns.com/

This week, Innovatively Speaking talks to Dr. Nathan Dolloff, Ph.D., the visionary founder of Leukogene Therapeutics, an MUSC startup company making groundbreaking advancements in cancer treatments that are poised to transform the lives of patients with advanced-stage cancer.

In addition to delving into the pioneering work of Leukogene Therapeutics, Dr. Dolloff sheds light on the remarkable influx of federal grant money pouring into South Carolina. Discover how this surge of funding is igniting a thriving ecosystem for small business startups and propelling the state into the forefront of innovation.

00:00 – The start of the show

02:35 – Dr. Dolloff joins the show

08:15 – The process of lab discovery to FDA product

12:24 – Transitioning from faculty member to business owner

19:23 – South Carolina’s growth into an innovative culture

24:41 – Getting venture capitalist to invest in the state

34:18 – Small business startup growth and data

To learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

According to the National Center for PTSD, about 6 of every 10 men (or 60%) and 5 of every 10 women (or 50%) experience at least one trauma in their lives. Some people may recover within a few months after the event, but for others it may take years or may even begin long after the events occur.

On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, Jesse and Kevin speak to Robert Adams, M.D. and Amber Jarnecke, Ph.D. Adams, is the creator of Zeriscope, a novel wearable device that connects PTSD patients in real-time with therapists, providing them valuable information and experience in exposure therapy. One of the core clinical psychologists studying Zeriscope’s uses in telemedicine, Jarnecke discusses the future of this technology and how it’s being used currently in revolutionizing trauma treatment.    

00:00 The Start

02:08 Dr. Adams and Dr. Jarnecke join the show

04:46 Finding different uses and applications for new ideas

10:05 How exposure therapy works and is studied

13:54 The intensity of exposure therapy for patients

18:09 The outcomes of their clinical therapy trial

22:23 What the equipment looks like and how it’s worn

27:37 What it’s like as a clinician getting real-time feedback from patients

To learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 – The start of the show

01:41 – Dr. Judge joins the show

03:25 – Explaining the definition of precision medicine

06:57 – What is the In Our DNA SC initiative and what can you learn

09:45 – What can you do with your genetic results to improve your health care

16:29 – Who can participate in the study and how does one donate

23:50 -  What are the possibilities of Precision Medicine in the future

To participate in the In Our DNA SC Study visit: https://web.musc.edu/inourdnasc

To learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

As of 2021, the state of South Carolina currently has 10% of its population without healthcare coverage. On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, Jesse and Kevin speak to Anita Ramsetty, M.D., whose student-run medical clinic is helping this group free of charge and bringing health care into rural areas of the state through MUSC’s community aid, relief, education and support (CARES) clinic.

Since 2005, the CARES Clinic has been operated and managed by professional students of MUSC with direction and medical supervision from volunteer licensed medical providers. CARES is unique with a dual mission of service to vulnerable populations and educating future generations of healthcare professionals; both aims converge on a vision of advancing health equity for all people while providing a high standard of care and addressing health-related social needs for all patients. 

00:00 The Start

01:48 Dr. Ramsetty joins the show

02:55 Explaining a student-run medical clinic

06:42 “This is how medicine should be”

08:38 How CARES operates across rural areas of South Carolina

11:53 Why students want to work with the CARES clinic

17:17 Launching and gaining trust in rural communities

24:05 Using an innovative mindset to figure out creative solutions

To contact Dr. Ramsetty and learn more about the CARES Clinic, visit: https://muschealth.org/medical-services/cares

To learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 The Start

02:17 Dr. Rajab joins the show

04:55 Defining solutions congenital heart defects

10:22 Creating a heart valve that can grow with a baby

14:26 The story of the partial heart transplant

22:22 Dr. Rajab’s personal connection to innovation

25:05 Writing history and turning a procedure into practice

To contact Dr. Rajab and see if you are a candidate or potential donor for a partial heart transplant, email: rajabt@musc.edu

To learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) visit: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Dr. Ford’s research into health disparities highlights the importance of including diverse populations in cancer research and the impact of lifestyle on breast cancer risk. Listen in as she outlines how far we’ve come in minority health screenings, confronting the atrocities of the Tuskegee study and going with an earnest heart into communities to improve participation in clinical trials.

00:00 The Start

01:53 Dr. Ford joins the show

04:20 Addressing major gaps in cancer death rates between populations

07:03 Personal stories from local town halls and community members

12:39 Importance of getting specialized populations into more diverse clinical trials

16:12 Discussion of the Tuskegee Study and better protection of trial participants

24:31 The future of community partnerships in clinical trials

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Joining Jesse and Kevin this week in the MUSC podcast studio is Ken Ruggiero, Ph.D., the Director of the Telehealth Resilience and Recovery Program at MUSC.

Dr. Ruggiero is the creator of “BounceBackNow,” a free mobile app designed to improve the emotional health of adults and families affected by a disaster or suffering from PTSD. Dr. Ruggiero explains the need to incorporate technology into mental health treatments and how he’s working to get better access to mental health care for patients.

00:00 The Start

01:42 Dr. Ruggiero joins the show

04:42 Why technology is needed in addressing mental health   

06:20 The stigma of anxiety medication vs technology intervention

07:32 Explaining the BounceBackNow app

11:48 Identifying symptoms of PTSD

13:02 Mental health apps for children

22:50 Finding the balance of children being on their phones too much

Read more about Ken Ruggiero's mental health work here: https://muschealth.org/health-professionals/progressnotes/2022/fall/mental-health-following-severe-injury

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Leader of the ultimate “think tank,” Dr. Spiotta leads the Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry (STAR). A global collection of collaborating neurosurgeons, STAR allows doctors to call a colleague from anywhere around the world on their phone or iPad and virtually join the operating room in high definition. Like a "Facetime" call, doctors are able to see and hear what’s going on in the operating room, including the doctors’ hands actively performing brain surgery. Listen in as we discuss technology that will blow your mind!

00:00 The Start

01:32 Dr. Spiotta joins the show

04:50 Understanding STAR’s collaboration network

07:09 Using the STAR network to globally call into the operating room

13:09 Watching “game film” to improve skills  

17:50 The immediacy of impact  

20:05 What is the big picture of where STAR is heading

22:52 Using robotics and the “batcave” to bring equipment to trauma patients

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

00:00 The start

01:34 Erik joins the show

05:32 Erik’s approach to teaching

11:42 Finding the behavior change in being prepared

15:41 Developing the first drive through Covid testing site in the country

21:21 Creating a portable testing pod for walkup testing

26:32 Erik’s emergency management podcast, “This is not a test”

32:42 How to bridge the gap between imagination and innovation

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

A Pediatric Anesthesiologist at MUSC, Dr. McCoy’s regional anesthesia technique called a quadratus lumborum block (QL block) has radically improved pain control in donors, to the point where they are receiving almost zero pain medicine or opioids in the recovery room. Bone marrow donors can gift stem cells without worry of undue side effects or opioid use. If you’ve ever been on the fence about donating for this life saving procedure, this episode is for you!

00:00 The Start

01:47 Dr. McCoy joins the show.

05:18 Dr. McCoy’s interest in getting involved in bone marrow transplants   

07:19 Explaining the QL Block

10:27 Reducing pain medication to almost zero

18:45 How to see if a patient is in pain while under anesthesia

21:06 How to sign up for the donor registry and how much it saves lives

26:45 Are there any risks or complications to the block

30:24 Where do we go from here

 Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

Interested donors can sign up here: https://bit.ly/3SxCYz5

Read about Dr. McCoy's QL block here: https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/959133

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. 

This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined Dorothea Jenkins, M.D., and Bashar Badran, Ph.D., whose new device, BabyStrong, is designed to help enhance feeding behavior in at-risk preterm babies! Every year, complications from preterm birth are the #1 cause of death for babies in the United States. Babies who survive premature birth often have long-term health problems, including cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, chronic lung disease, blindness and hearing loss.

Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Badran are looking to create an impact in the lives of these babies. Listen in as they discuss their own personal connections to developing this life-altering technology and how this non-invasive technology stimulates the baby’s brain to learn to feed.

00:00 The Start

01:38 Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Badran Join the Show

06:04 Addressing the Health Issues of Preterm Babies 

09:25 Approaching and Gathering Consent from Parents of Preterm Babies

13:15 Personal Reasons and Motivations for Helping Babies with Brain Injuries

16:28 The Mechanics and What is Happening to the Brain Using BabyStrong

23:45 Lessons Learned and What it Means to Fail with Babies

27:33 Where Do We Go from Here

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. Please note that this is an investigational therapy that has not been approved or authorized by the FDA and whose safety and efficacy has not yet been established. 

 00:00 The Start

01:55 Dr. Norris and Dr. Gensemer Join the Show

02:50 How Widespread is EDS

08:15 Symptoms of and Living with EDS 

15:07 Why Physicians are Dismissive of EDS

22:07 Benefits of Being Diagnosed Early

25:13 The EDS Registry and Norris Lab

32:15 How to Change the Perception of a Disease and EDS

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

If you’d like to learn more about the Norris Lab and EDS Registry, visit: https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/regenerative-medicine/research/norris-lab

00:00 The Start

02:33 Dr. George Joins the Show

05:10 Tackling the Disease of Depression Through Stimulation

09:30 Using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to Treat OCD, Smoking, PTSD, and more. 

16:00 Strengthening the Brain to Combat Alzheimer’s Disease

19:20 Treating NASA Astronauts with Depression Through TMS

23:28 Where Do We Go from Here 

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing. 

This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined by Dr. Connie Guille, director of the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health (WRBH) Division at MUSC and associate Professor in the departments of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and Sciences and Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Guille discusses postpartum depression and anxiety as well her innovations to the screening process in OBGYN care.

00:00 The Start

03:32 Dr. Guille Joins the Show

07:21 The Current Screening Process of OBGYN Care

11:51 Mood Disorders and Generalized Anxiety Disorders 

13:14 Racial Disparities in Screening

18:40 Dr. Guille's Innovative Screening System

23:40 Eliminating Racial Disparities

27:30 Where Do We Go from Here

Learn more about innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) by visiting: https://web.musc.edu/innovation

This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing.