Innovatively Speaking: Recent Episodes
Jesse Goodwin, PhD
Welcome to the Innovatively Speaking podcast, where we dive into the origins of the next big things...we’re talking about the who, why and how of ideas that are changing what’s possible here at the Medical University of South Carolina and in some cases, all across the world! Join us as we talk to expert guests and explore breakthrough ideas and technology that are reshaping life and health care in exceptional ways!
On the season 3 finale of Innovatively Speaking, Dr. Jesse Goodwin speaks with Dr. Jeanhyong "Danny" Park, the director of Innovation for the Division of Emergency Medicine Telehealth. Dr. Park discusses his work in developing the MUSC's virtual triage program in the emergency department. Being the only center in the country that's doing this right now, Dr. Park talks about the challenges of setting up this innovative telehealth program and software, but also the changes it has made in efficiency for providers.
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
On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we speak with Todd Headley, the CEO of the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization (ZI). We discuss how Charleston has grown to an innovation hotspot as well as how ZI, the technology transfer office of MUSC, is working to provide answers and support for all the ideas coming in.
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
In this episode, Chief Innovation Officer Jesse Goodwin, Ph.D., talks with Arman Kilic, M.D., Director of the Harvey and Marcia Schiller Surgical Innovation Center at MUSC. Dr. Kilic discusses how artificial intelligence is being used to advance medicine and treatment in transplantation, through machine learning. Through AI, new risk models are being created to improve the cross between the donor pool and patients awaiting transplants.
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
In this episode, Chief Innovation Officer Jesse Goodwin, Ph.D., engages in an insightful conversation with Ray DuBois, M.D., Ph.D., Director of the Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC. Together, they explore upcoming advancements that hold the potential to revolutionize the way we understand and combat cancer including an overview of the the world of cancer research, the development of cutting-edge cancer vaccines and the integration of artificial intelligence in genetic coding.
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
On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we speak with Jonathan Yantis, the CEO and Co-Founder of QuickSortRx. Founded by pharmacists and technologists from MUSC, QuickSortRX helps pharmacy supply chains improve efficiency by providing real-time analysis and instant reporting on drug pricing and contract changes. Yantis tells us the story of their founding as well as the importance of empowering their customers to make the most of their resources, partnerships and times.
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
Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. On this quick spark episode of Innovatively Speaking, Kevin speaks with Joe Fiore at the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization about Therabraclet, a unique device designed to help stimulate dexterity and hand function for stroke recovery patients.
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.
On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, we interview Prabhakar Baliga, M.D., the Chair of the MUSC department of Surgery. We discuss with Dr. Baliga the growth and history of organ transplantation and what innovative techniques are being done today to eliminate inequities in the organ transplantation system such as bioprinting tissues and virtual cross-matching.
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, Chief 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
Precision medicine, sometimes known as "personalized medicine" is an innovative approach to tailoring disease prevention and treatment that takes into account differences in people's genes, environments, and lifestyles. On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, Jesse and Kevin speak to Daniel Judge, M.D., the principal investigator in the In Our DNA SC study at MUSC that is looking to improve access to personalized health care. Dr. Judge speaks on where the field of precision medicine is going and what the In Our DNA SC study can tell you about your DNA including personal health risks and genetic traits!
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 healthcare
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
Seven in 1,000 newborns have congenital heart defects, often involving the heart valve. On this episode of Innovatively Speaking, pediatric cardiac surgeon Konrad Rajab, M.D., shares about a new approach for treating some of these tiny patients- a partial heart transplant. These babies receive transplants containing only the heart valve, which then grows along with them and eliminates the need for re-operations as they age.
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 first 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
Joining Jesse and Kevin in the MUSC podcast studio is, Marvella Ford, Ph.D., the Associate Director of Population Sciences and Cancer Disparities at the Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC.
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
We’re back for season two and this time, trying to wrap our brains around neurosurgery with Alex Spiotta, M.D., the division director of neuroendovascular surgery at MUSC.
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
This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined by Erik Modrzynski, System Director of Ambulatory EHS & Emergency Management at MUSC. One of the most innovative minds at MUSC, Modrzynski helped lead the development of the first drive through Covid-19 testing site in the United States with inspiration coming from just a chicken sandwich. Listen in as we discuss all of Erik’s innovations on campus including emergency simulation training, an emergency management podcast and how to turn imagination into 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 (https://web.musc.edu/innovation)
This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined Nicole McCoy, M.D., whose innovative technique is eliminating pain in bone marrow transplants. 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 (https://web.musc.edu/innovation) Interested donors can sign up here: https://bit.ly/3SxCYz5 (https://bit.ly/3SxCYz5) 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 (https://web.musc.edu/innovation) This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing.
Welcome to the Innovatively Speaking podcast, where we dive into the origins of the next big things...we’re talking about the who, why and how of ideas that are changing what’s possible here at the Medical University of South Carolina and in some cases, all across the world! This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined by Dr. Chip Norris and Dr. Cortney Gensemer, both with the Norris Lab at MUSC. Dr. Norris and Dr. Gensemer discuss their study of Ehlers Danlos syndrome (EDS) a disease that affects almost 1 in 300 individuals, often labeled the most common disease you’ve never heard of. Dr. Gensemer discusses both living with and promoting EDS on social media while Dr. Norris examines why learning about EDS could help parents manage constant pain their children may be dealing with and further pediatric care internationally. 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 (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 (https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/regenerative-medicine/research/norris-lab)
Welcome to the Innovatively Speaking podcast, where we dive into the origins of the next big things...we’re talking about the who, why and how of ideas that are changing what’s possible here at the Medical University of South Carolina and in some cases, all across the world! This week, Kevin and Jesse are joined Dr. Mark George, endowed professor of psychiatry at MUSC and a pioneer in the field of brain stimulation and treatments! Dr. George discusses treating depression, OCD, PTSD and more through the use of magnets (transcranial magnetic stimulation) as well as the opportunity to treat NASA astronauts dealing with depression on the way to Mars! 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 (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 (https://web.musc.edu/innovation) This show is a production of the MUSC Office of Innovation and the Office of Communications and Marketing.