In the latest episode of The Accelerator with
Michael Conniff,
Steve Charlap MD, MBA takes us on a journey into the innovative world of healthcare with
SOAP Health. SOAP, which is an acronym for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan, introduces us to Jeannie, an animated character revolutionizing patient interviews using the power of AI.
Dr. Charlap, the CEO and founder of SOAP Health, begins by sharing his unique educational background, blending medicine, business, and genetics. His motivation to create SOAP Health stems from a desire to bring creativity back to medicine and address the shortcomings he observed during his extensive career.
Jeannie, the AI interviewer, emerges as the hero of this narrative, conducting comprehensive interviews with patients. But she's not just a chatbot—she's an engaging, always accessible, and sometimes funny character. Dr. Charlap boldly claims that Jeannie can significantly improve diagnostic accuracy, reduce liability exposure, cut down on no-shows, and save doctors valuable time.
The conversation takes a poignant turn as Dr. Charlap shares a personal tragedy—the misdiagnosis and loss of his brother. This heartfelt experience drives his mission to make healthcare more precise, preventing similar incidents. The business model behind SOAP Health is revealed as a Software as a Service (SaaS) subscription, with Dr. Charlap guaranteeing a tenfold return on investment for physicians who use the tool as directed.
As the discussion unfolds, the potential of AI in healthcare is explored, addressing questions of liability and the evolving role of AI in replacing certain aspects of traditional medical care. Dr. Charlap also shares SOAP Health's global initiatives, partnerships, and expansion plans, underscoring the platform's commitment to trustworthiness and precision.
This episode is a riveting exploration of the intersection between technology, medicine, and entrepreneurship. Tune in to The Accelerator for an engaging conversation that paints a vivid picture of the future of healthcare. And as Michael Conniff aptly reminds us, "Keep listening, because we'll be back with another one before you know it."