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Innovate and Elevate

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by Sharon Kedar, MBA, CFA

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Join Sharon Kedar, Co-Founder of Northpond Ventures, as she has candid, in-depth conversations with top doctors, scientists, and trailblazing innovators. Innovate and Elevate is the podcast where the pioneering ideas and leading-edge discoveries that redefine human health are explored. Behind every revolutionary method and device is a human, or humans, daring to make the impossible possible. Sharon, an investor at the forefront of science-driven venture capital, talks with these change agents about how they are rewriting the rules in their fields - from human health and longevity to breakthrough diagnostics and therapeutics. Featured by Harvard’s Wyss Institute, this podcast delivers the sophisticated, knowledgeable, and essential insights you need to understand how innovation impacts our lives. Because Humanity Deserves Better. Sharon Kedar is Co-Founder, Partner of Northpond Ventures. She is also a human health advocate and has been invited to and spoken at notable institutions and events nationwide, including The New York Stock Exchange, The White House, ARPA-H, and Harvard University. “This new podcast is just what I needed- a platform to learn about health and innovation. I just listened to the first episode hosted by Sharon Kedar, a true pioneer for women. The amazing thing is that this podcast delivered with such humanity. I was glad to hear women leaders talking about real world things like women helping women, balancing our lives, advancing our careers, and prioritizing our health. It was fascinating to learn from Dr. Rexrode that women’s healthcare is often just a trial for doctors (lack of women based tests) and how frustrating that is for doctors. I loved hearing from these two top experts and can’t wait to tune into more episodes. And I plan to recommend this show to women and men! Finally, the pregnancy example really hits home and was a perfect motivator.” “It’s hard to find helpful and insightful content that is easy to understand. This podcast does that and should be considered on a par with Dr Andrew Huberman’s podcast.” “The dialogue was engaging and informative without feeling overwhelming. Both Sharon and Dr Rexrode are so knowledgeable in their fields. I can’t wait to see who the other guests will be!”

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July 30, 2026

Better Prompts, Better Health: Using AI Without Losing the Human Touch with Dr. Lucy McBride, MD

<p>Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing healthcare, but is it making us healthier or simply giving us faster answers? In this episode of Innovate &amp; Elevate, Sharon Kedar sits down with Harvard-trained internist Dr. Lucy McBride to explore how AI is reshaping the patient experience and why asking better questions may be more important than finding quicker answers. Together, they discuss the growing gap between modern healthcare and the wellness industry, the role of primary care physicians in an AI-enabled world, and why personalized medicine will always require understanding the person behind the diagnosis.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>This Episode Is For You If:</h3><p>- You're curious about how AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude can help you make better healthcare decisions.</p><p>- You want to become a more informed, empowered patient without relying solely on the internet for medical advice.</p><p>- You're interested in the future of women's health, personalized medicine, and why better questions often lead to better care.</p><p>Connect with Dr. Lucy McBride, MD: </p><p>- Website:<a href="https://www.lucymcbride.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.lucymcbride.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.lucymcbride.com</a></u></p><p>- LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymcbride/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymcbride/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymcbride/</a></u></p><p>- Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucymcbride/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lucymcbride/</a></u></p><p>- (Pre)Order Beyond the Prescription:<a href="https://www.beyondtheprescriptionbook.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.beyondtheprescriptionbook.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.beyondtheprescriptionbook.com</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Sharon:</p><p>- Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonkedar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonkedar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonkedar/</a></u></p><p>- Learn more about Innovate and Elevate: <u><a href="https://www.innovateandelevatepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https:// </a><a href="http://innovateandelevatepodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">innovateandelevatepodcast.com</a></u></p><p>- Join the newsletter to receive the latest episodes in your inbox: <u><a href="https://innovateandelevatepodcast.com/email" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://innovateandelevatepodcast.com/email</a></u> </p><p><br></p><p>The content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, financial, or investment advice. Please seek guidance from your own qualified professionals before making decisions.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>Timestamps</h3><p><strong>(00:00)</strong> Why Patients Turn to AI</p><p><strong>(02:20)</strong> Treating People, Not Diseases</p><p><strong>(03:48)</strong> Women's Health Is Unique</p><p><strong>(06:25)</strong> AI Enters the Exam Room</p><p><strong>(08:58)</strong> Why Better Questions Matter</p><p><strong>(11:12)</strong> When AI Gets It Wrong</p><p><strong>(13:58)</strong> Where AI Can Improve Healthcare</p><p><strong>(15:09)</strong> How Patients Should Use AI</p><p><strong>(17:28)</strong> Teaching the Next Generation</p><p><strong>(18:50)</strong> Beyond the Prescription</p><p><br></p><p>About Our Guest: Dr. Lucy McBride, MD, is a Harvard-trained internist, practicing physician, and nationally recognized expert in whole-person health. She is the founder of Lucy McBride Integrative Medicine, creator of the Are You Okay? movement, and author of Beyond the Prescription. Drawing on more than 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. McBride helps patients better understand the connections between physical health, mental wellbeing, lifestyle, and everyday decision-making while advocating for a more personalized approach to modern medicine.</p><p>About Sharon: Sharon Kedar is a co-founder and partner at Northpond Ventures, a multi-billion-dollar science-driven venture capital firm. Sharon holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and is a CFA charter holder. She lives in the Washington, DC area with her husband, Greg, their three kids, and their dog Bo.</p><p><br></p><p>Podcast production by Jamie Brooke.</p>

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June 18, 2026

Preventing Hair Loss Before It Starts: The New Science of Hair Health & Healthy Aging with Dr. Doris Day, MD

Sharon Kedar interviews dermatologist Dr. Doris Day about the science of preventing hair loss through early intervention and scalp health innovations.

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June 4, 2026

Decoding Sepsis: Rethinking How We Detect Critical Illness with Tim Sweeney, MD, PhD

Host Sharon Kedar interviews Dr. Tim Sweeney, MD, PhD, about revolutionizing sepsis detection with AI and precision medicine.

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What is Innovate and Elevate?

Join Sharon Kedar, Co-Founder of Northpond Ventures, as she has candid, in-depth conversations with top doctors, scientists, and trailblazing innovators.

Innovate and Elevate is the podcast where the pioneering ideas and leading-edge discoveries that redefine human health are explored. Behind every revolutionary method and device is a human, or humans, daring to make the impossible possible.

Sharon, an investor at the forefront of science-driven venture capital, talks with these change agents about how they are rewriting the rules in their fields - from human health and longevity to breakthrough diagnostics and therapeutics.

Featured by Harvard’s Wyss Institute, this podcast delivers the sophisticated, knowledgeable, and essential insights you need to understand how innovation impacts our lives.

Because Humanity Deserves Better.

Sharon Kedar is Co-Founder, Partner of Northpond Ventures. She is also a human health advocate and has been invited to and spoken at notable institutions and events nationwide, including The New York Stock Exchange, The White House, ARPA-H, and Harvard University.

“This new podcast is just what I needed- a platform to learn about health and innovation. I just listened to the first episode hosted by Sharon Kedar, a true pioneer for women. The amazing thing is that this podcast delivered with such humanity. I was glad to hear women leaders talking about real world things like women helping women, balancing our lives, advancing our careers, and prioritizing our health. It was fascinating to learn from Dr. Rexrode that women’s healthcare is often just a trial for doctors (lack of women based tests) and how frustrating that is for doctors. I loved hearing from these two top experts and can’t wait to tune into more episodes. And I plan to recommend this show to women and men! Finally, the pregnancy example really hits home and was a perfect motivator.”

“It’s hard to find helpful and insightful content that is easy to understand. This podcast does that and should be considered on a par with Dr Andrew Huberman’s podcast.”

“The dialogue was engaging and informative without feeling overwhelming. Both Sharon and Dr Rexrode are so knowledgeable in their fields. I can’t wait to see who the other guests will be!”

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

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This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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