In this episode of The Healthcare Theory, we sit down with Chris Lucas, co-founder of Ompractice, a healthcare technology platform offering innovative mental health and at-home yoga solutions for dozens of corporations.
Chris shares his journey from working in public policy to launching a wellness company that uses AI and machine learning to make yoga and movement therapy accessible to everyone. We discuss the importance of population health, the challenges of scaling wellness solutions, and how Ompractice is breaking down barriers to better health for all. Tune in to learn how technology is reshaping the future of mental and physical health!
Timestamps:
0:00: Introduction to The Healthcare Theory podcast
0:40: Christopher Lucas’ background and transition from public policy to healthcare
3:15: The inspiration behind OmPractice and early challenges
6:12: The role of yoga and mental health in population health
9:20: Leveraging AI and machine learning to deliver personalized wellness solutions
12:45: Shifting from B2C to B2B and working with organizations like the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association
16:03: The impact of COVID-19 on OmPractice and the rise of remote wellness
18:30: Importance of offering accessible and evidence-based wellness solutions
21:00: Future plans for OmPractice and expanding into new markets
24:35: Advice for entrepreneurs entering the healthcare and wellness space