In this episode of The Healthcare Theory, we sit down with Ashley Reid, founder and CEO of Wellist, to explore how unmet social needs directly impact 80% of healthcare outcomes.
Ashley shares her journey from a corporate strategy leader to an innovative entrepreneur determined to reshape the healthcare landscape. She dives into Wellist’s mission to create systems that ensure patients and employees find the right resources, ranging from childcare to mental health support, exactly when they need them. We discuss how her team has built a platform designed to systematize support services and why reallocating resources, not just spending more, is the real solution to improving healthcare outcomes. Tune in to learn how Wellist is bridging the gap between clinical care and social determinants of health, ensuring people get the holistic care they deserve.
Timestamps:
0:00: Intro
0:45: Ashley’s and Wellist’s background
3:50: Diving into entrepreneurship
6:40: Why are the barriers?
9:00: Approaching AI and data
15:30: Integrating the Amazon Model
17:40: Vetting Healthcare Providers
20:30: How to Listen
23:20: Appealing to Employers
28:00: Predicting Where Tech Goes
30:50: The Future of Wellist
33:10: Advice for Entrepreneurs