Rethinking the Rules: Julie Yoo of a16z on Infinite Healthcare, Compound Businesses, and the New Investor Playbook

Rethinking the Rules: Julie Yoo of a16z on Infinite Healthcare, Compound Businesses, and the New Investor Playbook

Author: StartUp Health NOW Podcast April 10, 2026 Duration: 26:20
Julie Yoo has seen healthcare from nearly every angle, as a founder who scaled Kyruus to 20 million patients, as a board member, and now as a General Partner at a16z leading investments in some of the most consequential AI health companies being built ...

Tune into the StartUp Health NOW Podcast for a front-row seat to the conversations shaping the future of our well-being. Each episode moves beyond theory, offering direct access to the minds building the next generation of health companies. You’ll hear founders explain the real challenges of launching a venture, investors discuss what they look for in a transformative idea, and doctors share how they’re implementing new tools in practice. This podcast digs into the intersection of business strategy, technological innovation, and patient care, covering everything from fitness tech and mental health solutions to breakthroughs in medical treatment. The dialogue is grounded in the practical realities of entrepreneurship-the setbacks, the pivots, and the milestones-providing a honest look at what it takes to make a meaningful impact in health. It’s a resource for anyone curious about how health is being rebuilt from the ground up, whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional in medicine or business, or simply a person fascinated by the forces changing how we live. Join us for these essential discussions that connect the dots between ambition, execution, and a healthier world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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