Women’s Health Masterclass: How to Track, Test & Optimize Female Hormones Using Data & Devices

Women’s Health Masterclass: How to Track, Test & Optimize Female Hormones Using Data & Devices

by | Jun 17, 2025 | Webinars

Overview

In an era where precision medicine is rapidly evolving, one truth remains uncomfortable: women are still dramatically underserved by modern healthcare.

Are you still relying on outdated methods to understand your female patients’ health?
It’s time to close the gender data gap in medicine and deliver truly personalized, cycle-aware care — powered by real-time biometrics, hormone testing, and wearable integration.

In this highly anticipated webinar, Heads Up Health brought together industry-leading experts to unpack one of the most overlooked areas in healthcare: female hormonal biology and how to track it accurately.

Why This Webinar Matters

For decades, women’s health has been sidelined in clinical research. A 2020 BMJ study revealed that only 22% of Phase I clinical trial participants were women. Meanwhile, 1 in 3 women report having their health concerns dismissed by medical professionals (KFF, 2022).

But research gaps create clinical gaps. And women are paying the price — in misdiagnosis, ineffective treatment, and unnecessary suffering.

This webinar aims to change that.

🧭 Understanding the Female Biological Rhythm

Perhaps the most eye-opening section of the masterclass was Dr. Kayla’s expert breakdown of the female biological rhythm — a 28-day system driven by ovarian hormones that affects every system in the body, including:

  • Metabolism

  • Neurotransmitter activity

  • Sleep architecture

  • Cognitive function

  • Immune regulation

While men typically operate on a predictable 24-hour adrenal rhythm, women experience daily neurophysiological shifts across four hormonal phases — follicular, ovulatory, luteal, and menstrual.

“Women are biologically four different people every month,” said Dr. Osterhoff.
“If you’re not adjusting your care to this rhythm, you’re missing the mark.”

🔍 Tools That Turn Theory Into Practice

Tools like CGMs, Mira, and the Oura Ring, when connected into a dashboard like Heads Up, allow for a radically personalized view of women’s physiology.

Here’s the “Female Health Trifecta” they outlined:

🔢 Metric Tool
🩸 Glucose Dexcom / Libre (CGM)
♀️ Hormones Mira / Dutch Test
💓 Stress & Recovery Oura Ring (HRV & Sleep)

Heads Up pulls these inputs into one unified view, enabling clinicians to:

  • Map hormone shifts in real time

  • Identify correlations between cycle phases and symptoms

  • Adjust protocols with actual feedback loops

“Before Heads Up, we were doing this manually with spreadsheets,” Katrine shared. “Now, we can see trends across multiple biomarkers in one dashboard — and act faster, more accurately.”

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🎯 Why This Matters for Clinical Outcomes

From a clinical perspective, understanding the cyclical nature of female biology helps:

1. Prevent misdiagnosis and mistreatment

2. Reduce adverse drug reactions

3. Improve patient adherence and self-awareness

4. Optimize the timing of labs, supplements, and lifestyle interventions

💬 “Cycle-aware care isn’t just a wellness trend, it’s the future of evidence-based medicine.”

And now, with the Mira integration live inside Heads Up, clinicians can see a patient’s estrogen, LH, FSH, and progesterone curve alongside blood glucose, HRV, and subjective symptoms — automatically.

📈 Heads Up’s Mission: Making Women’s Health Measurable

The final segment of the webinar outlined how Heads Up Health helps practitioners move beyond static labs and symptom surveys. The platform now supports:

  • Device integrations (CGM, Oura, Mira, Garmin, etc.)

  • PDF-to-data conversion for Dutch, blood work, and stool tests

  • Custom dashboards for women’s hormone programs

  • Journaling and symptom tracking across phases

  • Real-time alerts, trends, and client communication tools

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HRV Masterclass: Unlocking Health & Performance Potential in Clinical Practice

HRV Masterclass: Unlocking Health & Performance Potential in Clinical Practice

by | Jun 5, 2025 | Webinars

HRV Masterclass: Unlocking Health & Performance Potential in Clinical Practice

Overview

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) has emerged as a remarkably powerful biomarker in health and performance optimization. Unlike traditional lab tests that offer only periodic snapshots, HRV provides consistent, high-quality daily measurements, offering near real-time insights into an individual’s overall system health. This daily data is invaluable for understanding stress levels and evaluating the effectiveness of various interventions, from behavior modifications and lifestyle changes to medications and clinical protocols.

Heads Up recently hosted a masterclass focused on leveraging this powerful metric, featuring exercise physiologist Don Moxley and Heads Up Chief Medical Officer, Dr. John Limansky, hosted by Heads Up Founder & CEO, Dave Korsunsky. This session built upon previous discussions about the science of the vagal nerve and HRV.

The masterclass aimed to take a deep dive into Heart Rate Variability, with a specific focus on how clinicians can effectively utilize HRV in clinical practice.

HRV: A Universal Marker for Health and Performance

Don Moxley made a strong case for HRV as a universal health and performance marker. He explained that HRV serves as a biomarker for health status and overall stress response, providing insights into both physical and emotional resilience. In clinical settings, lower HRV is linked to reduced adaptability and increased health risks, including morbidity and mortality. Conversely, higher values are correlated with better performance and adaptability in various contexts.

The relationship between HRV and autonomic nervous system function is critical. The balance between sympathetic and parasympathetic influences significantly impacts HRV. Various factors, including pathological, physiological, psychological, environmental, lifestyle, and genetic factors, all influence HRV. Don highlighted that HRV demands a whole-body approach to healthcare, moving away from a purely systems-based view.

Clinical Applications of HRV

HRV monitoring is increasingly recognized as a crucial tool for assessing health, predicting outcomes, and guiding treatment strategies. It can serve as a reliable physiological marker of stress. For clinicians, HRV monitoring can be important in identifying cardiovascular risk and managing conditions such as hypertension, mental health disorders, and frailty in elderly populations. It is considered a valuable biomarker for assessing altered autonomic function in both health and psychiatric disease. Don noted his personal experience suggesting that lower HRV can indicate the impact of trauma.

The masterclass touched upon how different interventions and medications can affect HRV. Dr. Limansky and Don discussed the impact of blood pressure medications, noting that beta blockers and calcium channel blockers can significantly lower HRV, while ACE inhibitors may allow the heart to function more normally and even provide a slight HRV increase. They also mentioned benzodiazepines and GLP-1 medications as potentially affecting HRV.

HRV provides an indicator that practitioners can depend on to get ahead of disease, moving people from a disease state towards a performance state. Integrating HRV monitoring into routine assessments could potentially reduce the burden on the healthcare system by enabling early detection of potential issues.

HRV for Performance Optimization

In the realm of performance, athletes are increasingly using HRV metrics to optimize training and recovery protocols. HRV analytics can indicate readiness for performance, helping coaches tailor programs based on an athlete’s physiological status and stress levels. Don shared compelling examples from his time coaching college wrestling, where he could predict the team’s success based on athlete HRV scores. He detailed a case study of an athlete who was maladapting to training, showing very low HRV. By implementing training controls and focusing on intentional recovery, they were able to improve the athlete’s HRV, which correlated with a significant performance improvement at the national tournament.

Don emphasized that he prefers the term “maladaptation” over “overtraining,” highlighting that the body is either positively adapting or maladapting. HRV monitoring helps detect this maladaptation. He shared how his own HRV data clearly reflected the impact of travel, poor sleep, and lifestyle factors on his recovery, illustrating its value in identifying burnout or maladaptation in a professional context. He also noted the potential for wearable tech and HRV data to help predict injury. HRV can contribute to the decision-making process around training and recovery, and studies suggest HRV-directed training programs can improve outcomes.

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Measuring and Monitoring HRV in Practice

While ECG is the gold standard for measuring HRV, recent advancements in wearable technology utilizing photoplethysmography (PPG) have made HRV monitoring more accessible. Devices like smartwatches and rings can effectively measure HRV in real time. However, ensuring accuracy requires using validated devices that have been compared against ECG and implementing standardized protocols for data collection, such as measuring at a consistent time, like nighttime resting data. Don expressed a preference for the Oura Ring due to its high user compliance and accurate nighttime data capture.

The masterclass reviewed different HRV metrics, including time domain metrics like RMSSD (Root Mean Square of Successive Differences), often associated with parasympathetic response, and SDNN (Standard Deviation of the Normal-to-Normal interval). Frequency domain analysis (LF, HF, LFHF ratio) was also discussed as a way to look at autonomic balance, although these metrics are less commonly available in standard wearable device software. Don mentioned using tools like those from HeartMath to explore LFHF ratios when working with clients struggling with autonomic function.

Operationalizing HRV Data with Heads Up

A key challenge for practitioners using HRV data is integrating measurements from various devices and tracking trends over time. The Heads Up platform is designed to address this by pulling together fragmented health data from sensors, wearables, and diagnostics into a seamless interface. This allows clinicians to easily capture data remotely, review daily metrics, track trends, set up alerts for deviations, and perform cohort analysis.

Don demonstrated how the Heads Up platform allows for visualizing HRV trends over time and correlating them with other data points, such as activity and resting heart rate. He showed how the platform helped him identify the physiological impact of life stress alongside physical activity levels. Heads Up enables practitioners to gain insights into individuals in real-time between visits and identify opportunities for improvements in behavior modification, treatment plans, and optimization strategies. The platform supports personalized care and helps validate outcomes. Case studies, such as AndHealth using HRV with autoimmune patients and Mode+Method demonstrating HRV improvements with supplements, were also referenced as examples of how Heads Up operationalizes this data in clinical practice.

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Conclusion

The HRV Masterclass with Don Moxley and Heads Up underscored the value of Heart Rate Variability as a dynamic and accessible biomarker for understanding health, stress, recovery, and performance. By operationalizing HRV data through platforms like Heads Up, clinicians can gain deeper insights into their patients’ daily physiological status, enabling more personalized care, validating interventions, and empowering individuals to take greater ownership of their health journey.

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If you’re a health professional looking to incorporate HRV monitoring into your practice or explore how to manage this data efficiently, scheduling a demo with Heads Up can provide a firsthand look at how the platform can support your goals.

Stay tuned for future Heads Up webinars covering topics such as women’s health and perimenopause, and longevity outcomes.

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Medical Training: Vagus Nerve Activation + HRV Tracking In Clinical Practice

Medical Training: Vagus Nerve Activation + HRV Tracking In Clinical Practice

by | Apr 24, 2025 | Educational, Educational Content, Webinars

Vagus Nerve & Heart Rate Variability 

In an era where holistic health and biohacking converge, clinical professionals and wellness experts alike are turning to the powerful intersection of Vagus Nerve Activation and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) tracking. In a robust and information-packed webinar, Sachin Patel, Dr. Navas, and Dave Korsunsky demystify these cutting-edge tools and explain their practical applications in health monitoring and optimization.

In 2020, data surpassed the value of oil. If you’re not collecting data from your clients, whatever you’re claiming, isn’t happening… This underscores the shift toward outcomes-based care, where real-time metrics replace guesswork. For health professionals, tracking data isn’t optional—it’s the only way to prove efficacy, personalize treatment, and scale trust in a results-driven market.

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Sachin Patel

Founder | Living Proof Institute

Understanding the Vagus Nerve: Anatomy and Clinical Importance

The vagus nerve, the longest cranial nerve in the body, plays a pivotal role in autonomic nervous system regulation. Emerging from the brainstem, it extends through the neck into the thorax and abdomen, interfacing with the heart, lungs, digestive tract, and more. According to Dr. Navas, approximately 80% of the vagus nerve’s fibers are afferent, meaning they transmit information from the body to the brain. This makes the vagus nerve an essential sensor of internal bodily conditions.

In his detailed anatomical breakdown, Dr. Navas demonstrates how the vagus nerve’s influence spans from modulating inflammatory responses to affecting mood, digestion, heart rate, and respiratory rate. The nerve also activates the parasympathetic nervous system—often referred to as the “rest and digest” system—which counters the stress-induced fight-or-flight response.

Heart Rate Variability: A Game-Changing Biometric

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) measures the variation in time between successive heartbeats, a crucial marker of autonomic nervous system flexibility and overall resilience. HRV is no longer just for elite athletes—it’s a clinical goldmine. Patel and Korsunsky explain that HRV reflects the balance between sympathetic (stress) and parasympathetic (recovery) states.

Low HRV may indicate stress, inflammation, or fatigue, while higher HRV is typically a marker of good recovery and adaptive capacity. HRV is sensitive enough to predict illness onset before symptoms occur, making it a preemptive tool in both general wellness and chronic disease management.

Data-Driven Medicine with Heads Up 

Dave Korsunsky introduces the Heads Up Health platform, which aggregates real-time biometric data from wearables like the Oura Ring, CGMs, smart scales, blood pressure cuffs, and other digital health technologies. It enables clinicians to monitor HRV, respiratory rate, blood sugar, sleep quality, and other metrics from a single dashboard.

Korsunsky shares how practitioners can set thresholds for various metrics to trigger alerts, enabling early interventions. In autoimmune patients, for instance, a consistent drop in HRV can signal an impending flare-up. These insights allow for preemptive care strategies rather than reactive treatment.

Patient Empowerment and the Future of Healthcare

A standout theme of the webinar is empowering patients to take charge of their own health. Patel’s philosophy—”The doctor of the future is the patient”—emphasizes the growing role of self-monitoring and experimentation. Patients can assess how lifestyle changes such as late-night meals, alcohol consumption, or breathwork practices affect their physiological markers.

This empowerment extends beyond anecdotal evidence to objective metrics. For example, an Oura Ring can show how a client’s HRV changes after improving sleep hygiene or implementing breathing techniques, leading to higher engagement and compliance with wellness programs.

Clinical Interventions: 

1. Breathwork and Diaphragmatic Training

Sachin Patel emphasizes that many clients suffer from dysfunctional breathing patterns rooted in trauma or stress. These patterns contribute to chronic sympathetic activation. He introduces tools such as coherence breathing, the BOLT test (Body Oxygen Level Test), and breath-focused therapies to help recalibrate the autonomic nervous system.

2. Mouth Taping and Nasal Breathing

Mouth taping during sleep is discussed as a powerful intervention to promote nasal breathing, which enhances nitric oxide production, improves cardiovascular function, and supports better sleep architecture.

3. Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)

Dr. Navas discusses non-invasive VNS methods, including auricular stimulation and neck-based techniques, which activate specific brain regions associated with calm, cognition, and pain reduction. These interventions are backed by fMRI studies showing thalamus activation and reduced inflammation via IL-6 suppression.

4. Technology-Based Monitoring

Wearables now allow real-time tracking of not just HRV but also respiratory rate and sleep apnea markers. These tools make it possible to monitor subtle shifts that could signify metabolic dysregulation or chronic stress.

Case Studies and Real-World Data

In one compelling case, an autoimmune patient showed declining HRV following a series of intense bike rides. The Heads Up dashboard allowed clinicians to correlate HRV data with training logs and intervene early, potentially preventing a flare-up. In another case, patients using CPAP therapy were found to have chronically lower nocturnal HRV—a useful marker when optimizing treatment plans.

Another clinical pearl discussed is using HRV to guide fasting regimens and glucose monitoring. Patel shares examples where patients could self-adjust based on CGM and HRV data, improving outcomes significantly.

Functional Lab Integration and Data Consolidation

Heads Up doesn’t stop at wearables—it also integrates functional lab data (stool tests, blood panels, organic acid tests), creating a unified view of the patient’s health. This holistic view allows practitioners to pinpoint the root causes of symptoms rather than simply treating surface-level issues.

The Role of Technology in Scaling Personalized Medicine

Korsunsky notes that practitioners with large client bases need automation. The platform’s alert systems highlight patients who fall outside their HRV baseline or exhibit early signs of distress. This triage approach helps clinics operate efficiently while maintaining personalized care.

Furthermore, Patel stresses the marketing value of these tools. Clients can visually track progress, share results, and become brand advocates, effectively increasing referrals and practice growth.

The Big Picture: A Health Revolution

This video masterfully illustrates how the intersection of HRV and vagus nerve activation is ushering in a new era of precision wellness. With patient empowerment, technological integration, and clinically validated interventions, practitioners are now equipped to offer deeper, more effective care.

By transforming subjective wellness into measurable outcomes, HRV and vagus nerve tools are becoming non-negotiables in progressive health practices.

Key Takeaways for Health Professionals

  • Use HRV as an early warning signal for stress and inflammation.

  • Encourage patients to self-monitor using wearables.

  • Employ breathwork and vagal stimulation to improve recovery and resilience.

  • Integrate biometric and lab data for a 360-degree view of client health.

  • Leverage platforms like Heads Up for efficient and scalable client management.

Conclusion

As the healthcare industry shifts from episodic treatment to proactive wellness, tools like HRV tracking and vagus nerve stimulation will lead the charge. Backed by research and enabled by technology, these modalities empower both clinicians and patients to make informed, impactful decisions.

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Scaling Concierge Medicine Practices With Health Coaches, Business Support and Health Data Automation.

Scaling Concierge Medicine Practices With Health Coaches, Business Support and Health Data Automation.

by | Mar 21, 2025 | Webinars

 Webinar Training Resources:

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How to Scale Your Concierge Medical Practice: Insights from the Experts

In an era where wellness is a $2 trillion industry and patients demand personalized care, concierge medical practices have a massive opportunity to evolve and expand. The recent “Scaling Concierge Medical Practices” webinar, hosted by Heads Up Health, brought together industry experts to explore practical, scalable strategies for modern healthcare providers. Featuring Susan Greeley from CCPHP, Erin from Heads Up Health, and Alina from Profi, the session delivers a comprehensive blueprint for data-driven, human-centered growth.

Why Scaling Matters Now

The U.S. wellness market has seen explosive growth, with consumers spending over $6,000 annually on wellness products and services. However, health outcomes haven’t kept pace. This paradox highlights the urgent need for a more strategic, tech-integrated, and patient-centric model of care.

Concierge medicine, with its membership-based model and focus on personalized service, is perfectly positioned to address these gaps. And yet, many practitioners face barriers to scaling—ranging from technological overwhelm to time constraints and misconceptions about the market.

Debunking the Myths of Concierge Care

Susan Greeley at Castle Connolly Private Health Partners (CCPHP), dispels several myths:

  • Myth 1: Concierge care is only for the ultra-wealthy. Reality: With average monthly fees around $180, it’s accessible to many.
  • Myth 2: It’s only for primary care. Reality: Specialists and health systems are adopting the model.
  • Myth 3: Consumers won’t pay out of pocket. Reality: The wellness economy proves otherwise.

These insights set the stage for the session’s main focus: the Four Ps of scaling smarter.

The Four Ps Framework for Growth

1. Partnerships: Collaborate with platforms like Heads Up Health and Profi, as well as labs and wellness services, to expand your service offerings without overstretching your team.

2. Platforms: Use tech tools to centralize patient data, visualize outcomes, and engage clients in their own health journey. Heads Up Health, for example, pulls together wearable data, lab results, and lifestyle metrics into a single dashboard.

3. Programs: Package services into meaningful health programs—like longevity or sleep optimization—that address patient needs and support recurring revenue.

4. Processes: Streamline operations such as communication, onboarding, and follow-ups. Automating routine education using video and task-driven tools allows providers to focus on higher-value interactions.

The Power of Health Coaches

One standout takeaway: health coaches are a secret weapon in scaling. Board-certified wellness coaches can extend the provider’s care by:

  • Interpreting patient data
  • Offering personalized education
  • Supporting behavior change and accountability

This partnership reduces provider burnout while improving patient satisfaction and retention.

Technology Meets Human Connection

Combining personalized care with cutting-edge data tools doesn’t dilute the doctor-patient relationship—it enhances it. Platforms like Profi allow practitioners to deliver consistent, trackable programs while maintaining the human touch through coaching and real-time insights.

Final Takeaways

  • Use near-time data to guide care and optimize outcomes.
  • Engage coaches to provide high-touch support and program guidance.
  • Automate wisely to save time without losing personalization.
  • Think in packages, not just appointments, to grow revenue and impact.

💡 Exploring the Booming Wellness Market

The webinar opens with a powerful look at how the U.S. wellness market has surged past $2 trillion. Susan shares insights on the growing consumer prioritization of wellness, highlighting how individuals now spend more on wellness than on traditional out-of-pocket healthcare—underscoring massive potential for concierge practices.

🔍 Debunking Myths Around Concierge Medicine

Susan addresses prevalent myths, such as concierge medicine being exclusively for the wealthy or for sole practitioners. She presents data showing average monthly membership fees ($180) are within reach for many consumers and that even specialists and health systems can run concierge models.

🧱 Four Ps of Scaling Smarter

Susan introduces the “Four Ps”—Partnerships, Platforms, Programs, and Processes—as a framework for growing concierge practices. These include leveraging strategic tech platforms like Heads Up and Profi, crafting specialized programs (e.g., weight loss or longevity), and optimizing internal workflows.

🧠 Empowering Through Health Coaches

A focal point of the discussion is the role of board-certified health and wellness coaches in scaling care. Coaches serve as accountability partners and interpreters of health data, dramatically improving engagement, retention, and outcomes while relieving pressure from providers.

📈 Data-Driven Practice Through Technology

With Heads Up’s analytics platform and Profi’s educational delivery tools, practices can visualize trends in real-time. This tech-human hybrid model allows for customized care plans, data-driven decisions, and seamless communication with patients—making care both scalable and personal.

🤝 Collaborative Care Model as the Future

Integrating coaches and care platforms offers a hybrid, scalable model that’s both automated and human. The team stresses that personalized, data-informed coaching ensures patients feel supported while enabling providers to scale efficiently and avoid burnout.

📊 Insights Based on Numbers

• $2 Trillion Wellness Industry: A major economic force, revealing enormous market opportunity for personalized and preventative health services.

• $6,000+ Annual U.S. Consumer Wellness Spend: Demonstrates willingness to invest in personal health, challenging the idea that patients won’t pay out-of-pocket.

• 44% Americans Use Wearables: Validates the integration of digital health devices for tracking and improving outcomes.

• $180 Average Monthly Concierge Fee: Establishes concierge medicine as financially accessible and not limited to the ultra-wealthy.

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Automated Data-Driven Smart Alerts for Health Professionals: Revolutionizing Patient Monitoring

Automated Data-Driven Smart Alerts for Health Professionals: Revolutionizing Patient Monitoring

by | Feb 24, 2025 | Professionals, Webinars

Introduction

In the fast-evolving landscape of digital health, automated data-driven smart alerts are transforming how health professionals monitor and support patients. The latest webinar by Heads Up introduces groundbreaking advancements in real-time health monitoring, data-driven insights, notifications, and automation to optimize patient care.

This article explores key takeaways from the webinar, including how smart alerts enhance efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and streamline clinical workflows.

📌 Video Timeline:

🔹 00:00 – Introduction to Heads Up Platform
🔹 01:06 – What Are Smart Alerts?
🔹 03:47 – How Smart Alerts Work
🔹 06:31 – Alerts & Reminders Overview
🔹 09:50 – Agenda Breakdown
🔹 12:48 – Practical Use Cases for Health Professionals
🔹 19:02 – Case Study: Elite Athletes Performance Monitoring
🔹 23:30 – Case Study: Post-Surgical Remote Patient Monitoring
🔹 30:20 – How to Set Up Alerts (Live Demo)
🔹 37:05 – Configuring Advanced Alerts
🔹 42:15 – Mobile App Integration & Real-Time Updates
🔹 49:30 – Q&A and Closing Remarks

What Are Smart Alerts & Why Do They Matter?

Smart alerts are automated notifications that provide healthcare providers with timely insights into a patient’s health status. These alerts eliminate the need for constant manual review by identifying critical trends and deviations in patient data.

Key Benefits of Smart Alerts:

🚀 Early Detection of Health Issues: Smart alerts enable practitioners to identify potential health risks before they become critical.

📊 Data-Driven Decision Making: AI-driven insights help healthcare providers make more informed decisions without sorting through vast amounts of data.

⏳ Increased Efficiency: Automated reminders and alerts save time by prioritizing patient cases that need immediate attention.

📱 Seamless Integration with Wearables: Devices like Apple Watches, Oura Rings, and CGMs feed real-time data into the system, ensuring continuous monitoring.

💡 Personalized Healthcare: By analyzing historical data and trends, smart alerts tailor interventions to individual patient needs.

How Smart Alerts Work: A Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Data Collection from Wearables & Health Devices: The system pulls data from FDA-approved medical devices, fitness trackers, and lab tests. 
  2. Automated Trend Analysis: Algorithms analyze the collected data, identifying deviations from normal baselines.
  3. Customized Alert Configuration: Practitioners can set alerts based on individual patient parameters such as heart rate variability (HRV), blood glucose levels, or oxygen saturation.
  4. Real-Time Notifications & Actionable Insights: When significant changes occur, alerts notify the practitioner via email, in-app notifications, or mobile alerts.
  5. Patient Engagement & Intervention: Providers can reach out to patients directly, adjusting treatment plans and offering timely interventions.

Use Cases: Smart Alerts in Action

Case Study #1: Elite Athletes’ Performance Monitoring

Dr. Kevin Sprouse, a sports medicine expert working with Tour de France cyclists and PGA professionals, uses smart alerts to:

  • Detects temperature spikes over .7°F, indicating possible infections or overtraining.
  • Track HRV and resting heart rate trends to monitor recovery and optimize performance.
  • Identify poor sleep patterns, allowing early interventions for fatigue and burnout prevention.

Case Study 2: Post-Surgical Remote Patient Monitoring

A healthcare organization specializing in post-surgical patient monitoring applies smart alerts to:

  • Identify signs of infection through deviations in resting heart rate and blood pressure.
  • Detect unusual weight fluctuations that may indicate fluid retention and potential complications.
  • Send reminders for post-surgery assessments to ensure adherence to follow-up protocols.

Integrating Smart Alerts into Your Practice

If you’re a healthcare provider looking to optimize patient monitoring and improve efficiency, implementing smart alerts is a game-changer.

Here’s how to get started:

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    Step 1: Define Your Monitoring Goals

    Determine the key health metrics and trends you want to track for your patients.
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    Step 2: Choose Wearables & Data Sources

    Select FDA-approved wearables, CGMs, lab integrations, and health tracking apps to collect accurate data.
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    Step 3: Configure Customized Alerts

    Use a platform like Heads Up to set up personalized alerts based on patient-specific thresholds.
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    Step 4: Test & Optimize

    Start with a few basic alerts, analyze the results, and adjust the settings to minimize unnecessary notifications.
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    Step 5: Monitor & Engage with Patients

    Stay connected with patients via in-app messaging, emails, or direct follow-ups based on the alerts received.

Conclusion: The Future of Data-Driven Healthcare

Smart alerts are revolutionizing health monitoring and patient engagement by reducing workload, improving detection accuracy, and enabling proactive care. Whether you’re working with elite athletes, chronic disease patients, or post-surgical cases, data-driven alerts ensure timely interventions and optimized health outcomes.

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The Business Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

The Business Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

by | Feb 1, 2025 | Webinars

Advanced Health & Medical Training Series: The Business Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

The Business Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Information About The Training

As healthcare continues to evolve towards personalized data-driven approaches, the need to validate health outcomes from lifestyle protocols, treatments, medical interventions, and health therapies has become mission-critical.

This webinar dives into the business of HBOT along with methods, tools, and best practices for profitably deploying hyperbaric oxygen therapy in practice. 

Educational Key Topics: 

  1. Understanding Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 

  2. Benefits and Clinical Applications

  3. Paths to Profit: Insurance  vs. Cash Pay 

  4. Types of Chambers: Hard Shell vs. Soft Shell

  5. The Business Side: Adding HBOT to Your Practice

  6. Training, Certification and Legal Aspects

  7. Tracking Outcomes with Heads Up (live demo)

Who’s This Training For? 

Health professionals with established practices who are committed to delivering measurable, validated health outcomes.

If you’re a concierge medicine provider, functional medicine, integrative health practitioner, biohacking clinic, or longevity expert looking to enhance your services and align your patients toward better results, this session will provide the tools and insights to integrate Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) seamlessly into your practice.

This webinar is your gateway to mastering the business of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and is designed to help you deliver measurable results while unlocking new revenue opportunities.

Gain practical insights into integrating HBOT into your practice, optimizing patient outcomes, and tracking progress with data-driven validation tools.

Take this step to future-proof your practice and lead the way in innovative, outcome-focused care.

📝Summary

  • Business Model Focus:

    • The discussion centered on owning and operating HBOT chambers rather than the medical science behind them.

  • Clinical Application & Revenue Generation:

    • The presenters emphasized the importance of a sustainable business model in providing HBOT to patients.

  • Types of Hyperbaric Chambers:

    • The differences between hard-shell and soft-shell chambers were analyzed, including their effectiveness and costs.

  • Financial Insights & Pricing Strategies:

    • Revenue projections, package pricing models, and session costs were outlined for clinics looking to adopt HBOT.

  • Scientific Aspects:

    • The importance of pressure and oxygen percentage in therapy effectiveness was explained.

  • Synergy with Other Modalities:

    • Stacking HBOT with red light therapy, methylene blue, and sauna for enhanced benefits was discussed.

  • HBOT for Post-Surgical Healing:

    • Pre-treatment was identified as a more effective strategy than post-treatment for wound healing.

  • Insurance & Compliance:

    • The complexities of insurance billing and regulatory approvals for HBOT chambers were covered.

  • Outcome Tracking:

    • The importance of measuring treatment success using metrics such as HRV (Heart Rate Variability) and inflammation markers was highlighted.

📊 Insights

  • 100-150 Sessions per Month (Soft Chambers):

    • Average revenue of $100-150K per chamber annually.

  • $2,000 Revenue per Patient:

    • Each patient typically undergoes around 20 sessions.

  • Hard Chambers Cost $150K+:

    • They generate higher revenue, averaging $200-250K annually per chamber.

  • Soft Chambers Cost $25K+:

    • They are a lower-cost entry point but still provide a significant return.

  • 8x Increase in Stem Cells at 2.0 ATA Pressure:

    • Research-backed biological benefits.

  • 3x Increase in Stem Cells at 1.3 ATA Pressure:

    • Even low-pressure HBOT shows regenerative benefits.

🔥 Key Takeaways

  • HBOT is a high-demand therapy with strong revenue potential.

  • Pre-packaged session plans drive profitability and better patient outcomes.

  • Soft chambers are a great entry point, while hard chambers offer greater medical applications.

  • Clinics must comply with safety regulations to avoid liability issues.

  • Outcome tracking improves patient retention and business growth.

Training Resources:

  1. Webinar Slides

  2. TheHBOTCourse.com

  3. Ebook: 5 Key Strategies To Boost Your Practice’s Revenue

  4. Book: The Art and Science of Hyperbaric Medicine

  5. Dr. Jason Sonners’ Youtube Channel

  6. Schedule Outcomes Validation Platform Demo

  7. Sign Up For Heads Up

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References:

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Cimşit M, Uzun G, Yildiz S. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an anti-infective agent. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2009 Oct;7(8):1015-26. doi: 10.1586/eri.09.76. PMID: 19803709.

MacLaughlin KJ, Barton GP, Braun RK, MacLaughlin JE, Lamers JJ, Marcou MD, Eldridge MW. Hyperbaric air mobilizes stem cells in humans; a new perspective on the hormetic dose curve. Front Neurol. 2023 Jun 20;14:1192793. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1192793. PMID: 37409020; PMCID: PMC10318163.

Thom SR, Bhopale VM, Velazquez OC, Goldstein LJ, Thom LH, Buerk DG. Stem cell mobilization by hyperbaric oxygen. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2006 Apr;290(4):H1378-86. doi: 10.1152/ajpheart.00888.2005. Epub 2005 Nov 18. PMID: 16299259.

Hachmo Y, Hadanny A, Abu Hamed R, Daniel-Kotovsky M, Catalogna M, Fishlev G, Lang E, Polak N, Doenyas K, Friedman M, Zemel Y, Bechor Y, Efrati S. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases telomere length and decreases immunosenescence in isolated blood cells: a prospective trial. Aging (Albany NY). 2020 Nov 18;12(22):22445-22456. doi: 10.18632/aging.202188. Epub 2020 Nov 18. PMID: 33206062; PMCID: PMC7746357.

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