Dr Lim Geng Yan & Andrew Mastrandonas

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The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.09. Mr. Matthew Holt. Founder of Health 2.0 and health tech guru!In this episode, we discuss everything about health tech with Matthew Holt, the legendary health tech guru from Silicon Valley. Matthew is the founder and publisher of "The Health Care Blog" and still writes regularly for the site and hosts the #THCBGang and #HealthInTwoPoint00 video shows/podcasts. He was co-founder of the Health 2.0 Conference and now also does advisory work mostly for health tech startups at his consulting firm SMACK.health.The Healthcare blog: https://thehealthcareblog.com/ Health 2.0 conferences: https://www.health2conf.com/ To help Ukraine, Red Cross: https://www.icrc.org/en...2022-06-0853 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.08. Jennifer Lagemann. Answering aged care questions for a US reporter.In this special episode, we talk about aged care in Asia with US-based reporter Jennifer Lagemann who writes extensively on aged care topics for a variety of publications including Forbes, Next Avenue, McKnight’s Home care and others.https://muckrack.com/jennifer-lagemann-1To help Ukraine, Red Cross: https://www.icrc.org/en/where-we-work/europe-central-asia/ukraine Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2gWe Got Something by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www...2022-05-2534 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.07. Mr. Tom Grape, Founder & CEO of Benchmark Senior Living, one of America’s largest assisted living companies.In this episode we discuss assisted living, nursing homes, the pandemic and more with a legend in assisted living, Mr. Tom Grape, CEO of Benchmark Senior Living. We explore how he built his business, valued at more than $2B USD (~RM8B), the challenges he faced during the pandemic, how he overcame these challenges, other challenges facing his industry including labor shortages, and his vision for the future.Benchmark Senior Living: https://www.benchmarkseniorliving.com/ To help Ukraine, Red Cross: https://www.icrc.org/en/where-we-work/europe-central-asia/ukraine Music Credits:I Ne...2022-05-2445 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.06. Dr. Jay Sanders. The Marcos’ of the Philippines, the Shah of Iran, Communist Party officials…and telemedicine?Take a walk down memory lane of the history of telemedicine with the noted “father of telemedicine,” Dr. Jay Sanders. In this really fun episode, we learn about the early days of telemedicine, the skeptics and various authoritarians of the day who wanted in on the act. A must listen with this renowned doctor, technologist and visionary!More on Jay: Jay H. Sanders, M.D., is the CEO of The Global Telemedicine Group, Professor of Medicine (Adjunct) at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and a Founding Board Member and President Emeritus of the American Telemedicine Association. Known to m...2022-04-261h 02

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.05. Mr. Ben Baldanza, former CEO of Spirit Airlines. Pandemic safety, Airlines & More!In this exciting episode, we talk to Mr. Ben Baldanza, former CEO of Spirit Airlines, and friend of co-host, Andrew Mastrandonas. From airline safety in the age of the pandemic to a host of other topics, we present this episode with one of America's top business executives. More on Ben: After leaving US Airways, where Ben and Andrew worked together, Ben turned Spirit Airlines into America's largest "ultra-low-cost airline," generating billions of dollars in revenue. In addition, Ben serves on the boards of numerous iconic companies including Jet Blue, Six Flags Entertainment, India's Go First airlines, and o...2022-03-1853 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.04. Eugenia Shevchenko of Seedstars. A Ukrainian in Mexico with family still in Kyiv and Odessa. A must listen–listen until the end!In this episode, we speak with Eugenia Shevchenko of Seedstars, a world-leading startup accelerator and investor, focused on emerging countries. We discuss Seedstars, her work with the UN Women program and more. But most importantly, please listen until the end where she shares her hopes and fears about her family still living in Ukraine and under assault by the Russian invasion. Seedstars: https://www.seedstars.com/To help Ukraine, Red Cross: https://www.icrc.org/en/where-we-work/europe-central-asia/ukraine Music Credits:I Need You by Li...2022-03-0352 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.03. CEO Mr. Phillipp Buhr. The Doctorpreneurs Goes Global! Home Care in Europe (Remastered)In this episode, we chat with Mr. Phillipp Buhr, the Founder & CEO of “Marta,” Germany’s leading home care provider. Learn all about what’s happening in Europe and compare and contrast to the elderly care experience here in Asia. We find that some things are no different there than they are here. A truly fascinating, international discussion!Phillipp’s company: https://www.marta.de/ Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2g 2022-02-1152 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.03. CEO Mr. Phillipp Buhr. The Doctorpreneurs Goes Global! Home Care in EuropeIn this episode, we chat with Mr. Phillipp Buhr, the Founder & CEO of “Marta,” Germany’s leading home care provider. Learn all about what’s happening in Europe and compare and contrast to the elderly care experience here in Asia. We find that some things are no different there than they are here. A truly fascinating, international discussion!Phillipp’s company: https://www.marta.de/ Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2gWe Got Something by LiQWYD 2022-02-1152 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.02. Dr. Ian Chik. Somehow we debated socialized medicine vs. private health insurance! Liver transplants. Getting COVID-19 and more!In today's wide-ranging interview, we talk with Dr. Ian Chik, a surgeon who hopes to bring liver transplants to Malaysia. Where we ended up in this podcast turned out a bit different! We discussed which health policies work better, corruption, getting COVID-19 and much more. Dr. Ian's podcast, "Prescription Podcast:" https://open.spotify.com/show/0nLrihwCxwB01689ibmcNe?si=BnfzsirWQbCP-Tq6YEnT9A More about the "Prescription Podcast:" ttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzE5NDQ2LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=0CA...2022-01-281h 05

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.02. Dr. Ian Chik. Somehow we debated socialized medicine vs. private health insurance! Liver transplants. Getting COVID-19 and more! (Remastered)In today's wide-ranging interview, we talk with Dr. Ian Chik, a surgeon who hopes to bring liver transplants to Malaysia. Where we ended up in this podcast turned out a bit different! We discussed which health policies work better, corruption, getting COVID-19 and much more. Dr. Ian's podcast, "Prescription Podcast:" https://open.spotify.com/show/0nLrihwCxwB01689ibmcNe?si=BnfzsirWQbCP-Tq6YEnT9A More about the "Prescription Podcast:" ttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzE5NDQ2LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwjg1cP5ztP1AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en-MYMu...2022-01-281h 05

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.01. Lim Zuan-Fu. Lung Cancer Research, COVID-19, Quarantine & More!In today's first episode of Season 2 of “The Doctorpreneurs,”, we speak with Mr. Lim Zuan-Fu, a PhD candidate and researcher in lung cancer in the United States. We also learn about his recent trip back to Malaysia, catching COVID-19, and being quarantined in a hospital in Penang. You’re bound to learn something in Season 2’s premiere episode! Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2gW...2022-01-0458 min

The DoctorpreneursS02.Ep.01. Lim Zuan-Fu. Lung Cancer Research, COVID-19, Quarantine & More! (Remastered)In today's first episode of Season 2 of “The Doctorpreneurs,”, we speak with Mr. Lim Zuan-Fu, a PhD candidate and researcher in lung cancer in the United States. We also learn about his recent trip back to Malaysia, catching COVID-19, and being quarantined in a hospital in Penang. You’re bound to learn something in Season 2’s premiere episode! Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2g 2022-01-0358 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.08. William Lien, All about Crowdfunding!In today's episode, we speak with Mr. William Lien, the Co-Founder and COO of Mystartr, a Malaysia-based crowdfunding platform. Crowdfunding has helped many startups get the money they need by receiving funding from a larger number of generally smaller-value investors. Today we'll learn all about what crowdfunding is, how it works and how it might help you. Tune in and enjoy this interesting and very enlightening conversation!Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8ioaRUlh2g We Got Something by LiQWYD 2021-06-221h 08

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.07. Dr Nur Anita. “Post-Hospital Discharge”Many people know what it’s like to go to hospital but few are prepared for what happens when they leave the hospital, particularly after a surgery or a long illness. In this episode, we speak with an expert on what “post-hospital discharge” is, why having a plan for one’s post-hospital experience is important, and how “medical concierges” can help a patient recover well in their homes, and get help with follow-up appointments or finding specialists. Having an expert help post-hospital can go a long way in shortening one’s recovery time and taking the road back to health a lo...2021-05-2852 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.06. Logan Loh. Sound Therapy Could Help you Heal!Have you ever heard of Sound Therapy? Can it help improve your health? In this episode, we speak with Logan Loh who is an expert in this new concept of discovering what’s going on inside you and helping you to use sound to help set a better course for your life and possibly even your health. Find out what sound therapy is, how you can try it, and see if it can help you. You’re in for a wild ride with this episode!Music Credits: I Need You by Li...2021-04-2947 min

The DoctorpreneursS01Ep.04. Oretha Herrera. The Growing Trend of Companion Services for the ElderlyIn today's episode of "The Doctorpreneurs," we interview Oretha Herrera, who founded "Oretha's Senior Concierge Services," that provides a personalized support system to seniors who want to live independently. While many of us know about home nurses and caregivers, there is a growing need to fill the gap for people who need assistance with daily needs such as running errands, visiting, the doctor, going shopping or handling many other daily chores. Listen and learn about how "companion services" work and how they fill an important need for the elderly or others who need helping getting around and leading their...2021-04-2554 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.05. Jenny Lim. Facts & Falsehoods about DementiaOn today's episode of "The Doctorpreneurs," we discuss the important issue of dementia, with Ms.Jenny Lim of the Alzheimer's Disease Foundation Malaysia. There are many misconceptions about what dementia is, how people get some form of dementia and what types of dementia exist. In this highly engaging conversation, Ms. Lim helps us understand the many types of dementia, how medical professionals address people with dementia diseases and the resources and help we need to further address those who are suffering. Music Credits:I Need You by LiQWYDOfficial Youtube Channel Link: https://www.y...2021-04-2554 min

The DoctorpreneursEp. 5. Jenny Lim. Facts & Falsehoods about DementiaOn today's episode of "The Doctorpreneurs," we discuss the important issue of dementia, with Ms.Jenny Lim of the Alzheimer's Disease Foundation Malaysia. There are many misconceptions about what dementia is, how people get some form of dementia and what types of dementia exist. In this highly engaging conversation, Ms. Lim helps us understand the many types of dementia, how medical professionals address people with dementia diseases and the resources and help we need to further address those who are suffering. Music Credits: I Need You by LiQWYD Official Youtube Channel Link: https...2021-04-2354 min

The DoctorpreneursEp. 4. Oretha Herrera. The Growing Trend of Companion Services for the ElderlyIn today's episode of "The Doctorpreneurs," we interview Oretha Herrera, who founded "Oretha's Senior Concierge Services," that provides a personalized support system to seniors who want to live independently. While many of us know about home nurses and caregivers, there is a growing need to fill the gap for people who need assistance with daily needs such as running errands, visiting, the doctor, going shopping or handling many other daily chores. Listen and learn about how "companion services" work and how they fill an important need for the elderly or others who need helping getting around and leading their...2021-04-1654 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.03. Michelle Lum. “Obesity is one of those issues few people want to discuss,” says a notable fitness expertIn this episode, co-hosts Dr. Lim and Andrew Mastrandonas, explore fitness, health, and weight issues with Ms. Michelle Lum, the owner of Crossfit 399, a CrossFit studio in Kuala Lumpur. Ms. Lum was named the “Fittest 40-year-old” in the 2019 Crossfit international competition. She has plenty to say on fitness, encouraging people to get healthy, and how we can better address the oftentimes unspoken discussion about obesity. She also tells us about an interesting concept: “mindset coaching.” Tune in to hear some interesting perspectives on these subjects and more.2021-04-0956 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.02. Mr. Sayama. "People with dementia walk the streets of Japan!”We’ve gone international! In our latest episode of “The Doctorpreneurs!” We interview a leading Japanese aged-care expert and explore what’s happening in Japan. Japan is already known for its high-quality automobiles and electronics, but did you know that Japan leads the world in how it helps its citizens during their “golden years?” From having a supportive cultural mindset to community involvement, to generous government funding, to an interesting use of technology, we dive deep into the Japanese aged care system. You’ll learn some lessons and better understand the policies and practices that could be applied across the wor...2021-04-0258 min

The DoctorpreneursBonus Episode: The Origin of Species? Or.. the Origins of Dr. Lim & AndrewA DOCTOR & ENTREPRENEUR claims "I won't hog the limelight!" In this BONUS EPISODE of “The Doctorpreneurs,” healthcare/senior living entrepreneurs Dr. Lim Geng Yan and Andrew Mastrandonas (your hosts) decided it was time to more fully introduce themselves, with the hope that this won’t be the last episode that you listen to. Based on listener feedback, this “no-script” back & forth describes their healthcare entrepreneurship journey taking them through the US, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Vietnam, Singapore, and beyond. Listen and learn about all the mistakes they made--and there were quite a few--and the lessons they learned, to...2021-03-2551 min

The DoctorpreneursS01.Ep.01. Fong Muntoh. Caregiving: Facts, Misconceptions and Ways Forward (Remastered)Caregiving is a tough but critical profession, with millions of people laboring--but usually a "labor of love"--at this important work each and every day around the world. Some are paid and some are unpaid but all of them play a critical role in taking care of those who need help caring for themselves, often the elderly and disabled.The population of many countries is aging rapidly and few countries have taken enough concrete steps to address a myriad of issues including low/no pay and long hours for caregivers, a lack of national and international standards...2021-03-1755 min