Think Like a Founder: A Venture Lens for Startup-Minded Physicians with Christopher Poole

25/06/2025 32 min Temporada 1 Episodio 23
Think Like a Founder: A Venture Lens for Startup-Minded Physicians with Christopher Poole

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode on Startup Physicians, Chris Poole and I discuss the challenges and insights related to building startups in the healthcare sector. We emphasize the importance of starting with a clear problem, understanding unit economics, and evaluating market viability. Chris shares his journey from being an entrepreneur to a venture leader, highlighting the non-linear paths many take in their careers. The discussion also covers the significance of validating business ideas and the role of physicians in entrepreneurship.Episode Highlights:[00:00] - Introduction to Healthcare Ventures[02:42] - Chris Poole's Journey in Venture Capital[05:34] - The Non-Linear Path of Entrepreneurship[07:56] - Identifying Problems in Healthcare[11:13] - From Idea to Viable Business[13:55] - Understanding Unit Economics[19:02] - The Importance of Market Validation[21:45] - Building a Sustainable Business Model[26:34] - Closing Thoughts and Resources

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