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Good MedicineDr. Demetre Daskalakis on where public health goes from hereWhat happens when the people responsible for protecting public health are sidelined by politics? Dr. Demetre Daskalakis—former CDC division director, White House deputy coordinator for the national mpox response, and newly appointed chief medical officer at Callen-Lorde Community Health Center—has spent three decades at the intersection of infectious disease, activism, and policy. In this episode, he traces his journey from arriving in New York City at 17 during the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic to leading America's mpox response and ultimately resigning from the CDC over the politicization of vaccine science. Dr. Daskalakis shares why he believes joy—...
2026-02-041h 02
Good MedicineMark Cuban on Trust, Transparency, and Tearing Down Healthcare’s OpacityWhy does a $30 generic cost $900 at your pharmacy? Mark Cuban—entrepreneur, Shark Tank host, and founder of the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company—joins Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna to expose the hidden economics strangling American healthcare. Cuban breaks down his trust formula (transparency divided by self-interest), explains how high deductibles have turned hospitals into subprime lenders, and reveals the games pharmacy benefit managers play with rebates, GPOs, and biosimilars. He shares how Cost Plus Drugs launched with 111 medications and a simple 15% markup—and why the industry is terrified of what happens when he gets access to brand-name drugs...
2026-01-211h 02
Good MedicineDr. Zeke Emanuel on the ACA, Bioethics, and Ice Cream for LongevityWhat if the most effective longevity hack isn’t a supplement or a cold plunge, but a simple dinner party?Dr. Zeke Emanuel, oncologist, bioethicist, and key architect of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), joins Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna for a candid look at the intersection of medicine and politics. Dr. Emanuel reveals the gritty reality of passing legislation, explaining why "politics beats policy" and how the "scarce resource" framework he developed at the NIH shaped global COVID-19 vaccine distribution.They discuss the critical consequences of cutting Medicaid funding, the rise of medical misinformation, and why do...
2026-01-061h 11
Good MedicineDr. Tom Frieden on The Formula for Better HealthWhat does it take to protect health at the scale of an entire city—or the world? Dr. Tom Frieden, former Director of the CDC and NYC Health Commissioner, operates at this massive scale. In this episode, he joins Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna to dismantle the "invisible" threats shaping modern medicine, from the "pus bucket" TB wards of 1990s New York to the high-pressure White House Situation Room during the Ebola crisis.Discussing his new book, The Formula for Better Health, Dr. Frieden breaks down his "See, Believe, Create" framework and the critical difference between regulation and the "na...
2025-12-181h 11
Good MedicineDr. Bobby Mukkamala: Leading the AMA While Fighting CancerWhat happens when the President-elect of the American Medical Association becomes a patient overnight? In this episode, Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna sits down with Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, a longtime Flint-based ENT surgeon and incoming AMA President who was recently diagnosed with a brain tumor.Dr. Mukkamala shares the harrowing moment his symptoms began during a public speech and his rapid transition from surgeon to patient. He discusses why seeing risk percentages from the other side of the gown changes everything and argues that family support should be treated as a vital clinical intervention.The...
2025-12-031h 03
Good MedicineBen Rein on Why Brains Need FriendsThis week, Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna sits down with neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein to unpack the physiological harm of loneliness and the neuroscience of social connection. They discuss how isolation creates chronic inflammation, why social media can erode empathy, and how building social connection creates cognitive reserve to protect our brains as we age.New episodes are released every other week, wherever you get your podcasts.For more from Roon, visit: https://www.roon.com/Sign up for our substack: https://rohanramakrishna.substack.com/Find us on Instagram and X: @roondoctors
2025-11-0359 min
Brain & LifeExploring the Reality of Cluster Headaches with Tom Zeller Jr.: Part TwoIn this second part of a two-part series, Brain & Life co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with author and journalist Tom Zeller Jr. to delve into his personal journey with cluster headaches. They explore treatment options and the cultural stigma surrounding cluster headaches. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephanie Nahas, professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director for the Headache Medicine Fellowship at the Jefferson Headache Center of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Nahas the importance of advocacy and community support when it comes to cluster headaches. Additional Resources T...
2025-10-2341 min
Good MedicineChelsea Clinton on Reproductive Rights, Research Funding, and the Future of HealthcareThis week, Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna sits down with Chelsea Clinton—vice chair of the Clinton Foundation and Clinton Health Access Initiative—to unpack maternal health in America, the confusion around emergency-room care laws, and the risks of research funding cuts. They talk about what restrictive statutes are doing to patients and providers, how to support clinicians on the front lines, and the practical policy moves that would make care safer, sooner.New episodes are released every other week, wherever you get your podcasts.For more from Roon, visit: https://www.roon.com/Sign up for o...
2025-10-1640 minBrain & LifeExploring the Reality of Cluster Headaches with Tom Zeller Jr.: Part OneIn this first part of a two-part series, Brain & Life co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with author and journalist Tom Zeller Jr. to delve into his personal journey with cluster headaches. They explore the severity of these headaches and discuss Tom's diagnosis journey and his experiences living with this challenging condition. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephanie Nahas, professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director for the Headache Medicine Fellowship at the Jefferson Headache Center of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Nahas explains the nature and symptoms of cluster headaches and the challenges in d...
2025-10-1641 min
Good MedicineWelcome to Good MedicineAs doctors, we navigate an increasingly complex healthcare landscape filled with administrative burden, regulatory pressures, and systems that often get in the way of patient care. Yet we persist because of what drew us to medicine in the first place: the privilege of healing, the joy of collaboration with brilliant colleagues, and the front-row seat to innovation.Good Medicine is a podcast about reclaiming what's essential in healthcare. Hosted by Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, neurosurgeon and co-founder of Roon, each episode features honest conversations with physicians, researchers, and healthcare leaders who are shaping the future of medicine.
2025-10-0901 min
Empowered Patient PodcastBringing Together Doctors to Fill the Need for Trusted Health Information with Vikram Bhaskran and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna Roon TRANSCRIPT Vikram Bhaskran, CEO and Co-Founder, and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of Roon, have taken on the mission to provide trustworthy and personalized medical information to patients and caregivers. Leveraging technology and the expertise of medical professionals, Roon has created a comprehensive resource for navigating medical challenges. They emphasize the importance of addressing misinformation and providing accurate, science-based information. The platform is not intended to replace doctors, but to supplement relevant information and enable better communication with healthcare providers and improve patient outcomes. Vikram explains, "Our mission is to be the best place online...
2025-06-0900 minEmpowered Patient PodcastBringing Together Doctors to Fill the Need for Trusted Health Information with Vikram Bhaskran and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna Roon Vikram Bhaskran, CEO and Co-Founder, and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of Roon, have taken on the mission to provide trustworthy and personalized medical information to patients and caregivers. Leveraging technology and the expertise of medical professionals, Roon has created a comprehensive resource for navigating medical challenges. They emphasize the importance of addressing misinformation and providing accurate, science-based information. The platform is not intended to replace doctors, but to supplement relevant information and enable better communication with healthcare providers and improve patient outcomes. Vikram explains, "Our mission is to be the best place online...
2025-06-0921 min
Ask Dr. Mia: Navigating Dementia CaregivingRoon: The TikTok Of Dementia CaregivingSend a textIn this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Rohan Ramakrishna, co-founder of Roon, discusses the innovative healthcare technology platform designed to provide patients with reliable medical information. Roon aims to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare experts, offering personalized guidance and 24/7 support. Rohan shares insights into the journey of building Roon, the importance of expert vetting, and the platform's commitment to keeping the service free for users. The conversation also touches on the global reach of Roon and its future aspirations to expand access to healthcare information worldwide.Rohan Ramakrishna i...
2025-05-2022 minBrain & LifeAnswering Your Brain Health Questions!In this episode, Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Katy Peters answers your questions. She discusses managing the holidays with a neurologic condition, how weather can affect your brain, self-advocacy, and more. Thank you for submitting your questions and sharing your comments about the Brain & Life Podcast! We invite you to participate in our listener survey! By participating in the brief survey, you will have the opportunity to enter your name and email address for a chance to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards. Unfortunately, for this episode we had a few audio issues that co...
2024-12-2619 minBrain & LifeApps and Self-Advocacy with Roon's Dr. Rohan RamakrishnaIn this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer some of your questions. Then, Dr. Peters is joined by Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, professor of Neurosurgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and co-founder of an application called Roon. Roon taps into accurate health information, particularly in the areas of ALS, dementia, and brain tumors, and connects patients and caregivers with the doctors and communities they're looking for. Dr. Ramakrishna explains how this app came to be, who it's helping, and what's coming next. We invite you to participate in our listener su...
2024-11-2144 min
Brainy Blonde PodcastWhat's Up Doc: Top NYC Brain Surgeon's Advice on How to Get Quick and Accurate Medical Advice without Going Down the Rabbit HoleToday's expert will no doubt make your life feel so much better. If you're like me, you can go down the proverbial rabbit hole on the internet searching for medical answers, big and small, and often that causes more anxiety. Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna is an award-winning, board-certified neurosurgeon . He is the Chief of Neurological Surgery at New York-Presbyterian and Brooklyn Methodist, and he is a Professor of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell and the Director of the Brain Metastases Program. He is also the Co-director of the Rhodes Center for Glioblastoma. We talk about life as...
2024-07-3046 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[LOST EPISODE] All You Need Is "Roon"Today on the show, I welcome Vikram Bhaskaran and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna (Chief of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine) live in studio to talk about Roon, their intriguing new cancer navigation platform for patients and caregivers. Roon is personal to Vikram as his whole career shifted from Pinterest executive to caring for his Father when he was diagnosed with ALS. Roon claims to be "the most supportive place online for people navigating complex health conditions, starting with Glioblastoma." so we power-test how that holds up against unmet patient needs. Rohan is only the second neurosurgeon I've had on...
2024-06-2535 min
The Game On Glio PodcastS4 Ep 1: "We are what we grow beyond" -Guests Vikram Bhaskaran & Dr. Rohan RamakrishnaTo kick off brain cancer awareness month 2024, I sit down with Roon app creators Rohan Ramakrishna & Vikram Bhaskaran in episode 1 of Season 4 of The Game On Glio Podcast.
We dive into the importance of real time information and the need for advocacy when it comes to serious diseases like Glioblastoma. My guests also explain why they felt the need to create an app like Roon.
The Roon app offers people an opportunity to get extensive information from actual clinicians and doctors, to search for questions they didn't get to ask with their own personal doctors...
2024-05-0856 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyFrom Pinterest to Glioblastoma ResearchToday on the show, I welcome Vikram Bhaskaran, and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna (Chief of Neurological Surgery at New York Presbyterian) live in-studio to talk about Roon, their intriguing new cancer navigation platform for patients and caregivers. Roon is personal to Vikram as his whole career shifted from Pinterest executive to caring for his Father when he was diagnosed with ALS. Roon claims to be "the most supportive place online for people navigating complex health conditions, starting with Glioblastoma." so we power-test how that holds up against unmet patient needs. Rohan is only the second neurosurgeon I've had on the...
2022-11-0135 min
Glioblastoma aka GBMCompassion in Community“We really imagine this place at the fundamental level as an online sanctuary… you're guided by both medical experts and by other people that you know have been there and want to pay it forward.” Vikram Bhaskaran and Rohan Ramakrishna saw the online healthcare experience and politely said “thanks but no thanks.” Troubled by the lack of information and support for glioblastoma patients and caregivers, they created Roon, a platform that is re-imagining medical content and health communities. Vikram and Rohan join Amber Barbach on Glioblastoma aka GBM to discuss Roon, its mission, and how it’s changing the game for nav...
2022-08-1841 min
This Is Your Brain With Dr. Phil StiegAwake During Brain SurgeryTalking with your neurosurgeons during brain surgery may seem terrifying or like science fiction. But actually, as two patients share, it was a necessary part of making their surgeries successful. Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna joins Dr. Stieg to talk about how awake craniotomies provide a critical real-time assessment into the inner workings of the brain.
2019-08-0217 min