Mark Cuban on Broken Healthcare, Drug Prices, and Reform

In this compelling episode of The Future of Medicine, we dive into an insightful conversation with entrepreneur and philanthropist Mark Cuban. Known for his no-nonsense approach, Cuban brings his entrepreneurial spirit to the forefront of one of America’s most pressing issues: healthcare.

Join us as we explore Cuban's perspectives on the broken healthcare system, the escalating drug prices that impact millions, and his vision for reforming a system that often prioritizes profit over patient care. Through candid anecdotes and bold proposals, he challenges the status quo and highlights the innovative solutions he believes can create a more sustainable and equitable healthcare landscape.

As part of a series dedicated to the thought leaders reshaping our understanding of human health, this episode offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from a business mogul who is unafraid to tackle complex healthcare issues head-on.

Don’t miss this chance to hear from Mark Cuban as he sheds light on the future of medicine and what it takes to drive meaningful change.

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Chapters

• 0:18 Introduction
• 1:05 The Value of Doctors
• 4:15 Origin Story
• 6:46 MicroSolutions
• 8:56 Early Internet Investments
• 14:45 Fixing American Healthcare
• 16:00 Insurance Company Leverage
• 23:00 Breaking Down Insurance
• 24:00 The Cost of Drugs
• 34:00 Cost Plus Drugs
• 36:04 Leadership & PBMs
• 40:59 Concluding Thoughts: Go Mavs!
• 41:58 Audience Engagement and Q&A