The Gustavo Franco Podcast

Cogensus is a healthcare startup using AI to extend social connectedness in the elderly. Social connectedness is an important social determinant of health that when tackled could improve the mental and physical health of patients. Cogensus brings a product that serves the patient, the provider, and the patient’s family - helping in all fronts. Matthew Edgerton is the Founder and

Dr. Sarah Palmer is a virologist specializing in HIV research and pathogenesis. As Co-Director of the Centre for Virus Research at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and Professor at The University of Sydney School of Medicine, Sarah leads innovative studies on HIV reservoirs and eradication strategies. In this episode, I learn about the intricacies of HIV. We dive deeper

Dr. Tony Cunningham is an infectious diseases physician, clinical virologist, and scientist renowned for his groundbreaking research on HIV and herpesviruses (HSV). He is also the Director of the Australian Centre for HIV and Hepatitis Virology Research (ACH2). Tony has a special interest in vaccines and his work spans vaccine and microbicide development, with a focus on preventing

Stay informed with the latest in Healthcare News. In this episode, we explore the key developments of June 2024, touching on a range of topics but focusing on the healthcare claims made during the presidential debate, a new HIV drug, a case of telehealth fraud, and pharmacy benefit managers. To enhance your listening experience, we've added chapter markers and timestamps in the des

Dr. Maria Fiatarone Singh is a geriatrician specializing in exercise science to treat her patients. As a physician, researcher, and professor, Maria has led clinical trials in the US, Australia, Norway, and France. She has her own private practice clinic where she prescribes exercise to patients and is the chair of exercise and sports science at the University of Sydney. In this ep

Check out this month’s newsletter for the show notes of this episode! Stay informed with the latest in Healthcare News. In this episode, we explore the key developments of May 2024, touching on a range of topics but focusing on the Baltimore overdose crisis, prison healthcare, bird flu, and the UHG cybersecurity attack. To enhance your listening experience, we've added chapter ma

Dr. Sharon Lewin is the President of the International AIDS Society and the Director of the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity in Melbourne, Australia. As a physician and researcher, Sharon has studied HIV for over 25 years. In this episode, I learn about the science, history, and treatment of HIV. Sharon provides insights into the future of HIV treatment and what f

Stay informed with the latest in Healthcare News! In this episode, we explore the key developments of April 2024, touching on a range of topics but focusing on a new vaccine for skin cancer, the bird flu, MultiPlan (a secret health insurance middle man), and the Arizona abortion ban. To enhance your listening experience, we've added chapter markers and timestamps in the description

Explore the mental health crisis in America. Understand the impact of social determinants like income, race, career, and gender on mental health, and learn how different communities are affected. We delve into treatment accessibility, costs, and evolving public perceptions. Discover commonly prescribed medications and address the ongoing drug overdose crisis. Additionally, we discu

Stay informed with the latest in Healthcare News! In this episode, we explore the key developments of March 2024, touching on a range of topics but focusing on the Pig Kidney Transplant, World Happiness Report, Abortion Pill Case, and a Flawed Intermittent Fasting Study. To enhance your listening experience, we've added chapter markers and timestamps in the description below, makin