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Coffee with a Founder Podcast: Jeff Glueck

On this episode of Coffee with a Founder, Beck Bamberger sits down with Jeff Glueck, Co-founder and CEO of Salvo Health, to explore how virtual care is redefining medicine.

After losing a child and facing unanswered questions from traditional medicine, Jeff vowed to use his founder instincts to reimagine healthcare, integrating environmental factors, behavioral science, and data-driven insights into the patient journey.

show notes:

01:36 - From gender rights to climate tech

03:26 - The sibling startup dynamic

05:32 - Balancing family and founder life

10:59 - Eon Blue’s mission and breakthrough

16:33 - Changing your mind as a founder

 

 

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00:59 - Why do startups again?
Jeff Glick explains why he keeps returning to startup life, referring to it as "founderitis," and how building companies aligns with his mission to create lasting change, particularly in healthcare.

03:26 - A personal journey to healthcare
Jeff shares the deeply personal story of losing his first child due to gaps in the healthcare system, and how it inspired him to use his tech background to improve patient care and health data management.

07:19 - Women and stigma in gut health
The conversation covers how chronic GI conditions like IBS disproportionately affect women, the stigma and gaslighting patients face, and the need for more empathetic care.

09:47 - How Salvo Health works
Jeff explains Salvo’s digital, team-based model, which supports patients between doctor visits with nutrition, psychology, and medical care, all covered by insurance and integrated into traditional GI practices.

14:43 - Evolving leadership and company culture
Jeff reflects on how his approach has evolved, emphasizing efficiency, work-life balance, and supporting the “whole person” for both patients and employees.

22:35 - Partnering with healthcare incumbents
Jeff shares a key lesson: real innovation in healthcare requires collaborating with existing doctors and systems, as trust and integration drive better outcomes and patient adoption.

 

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