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Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we’re diving into the evolving world of healthcare with a focus on a revolutionary approach: proactive health. Canadians are increasingly looking for ways to not only treat illness but to actively optimize their health and extend their healthspan.
Our guest today is Sameer Dhar, CEO and Co-Founder of NiaHealth, Canada’s leading proactive health platform. Sameer’s entrepreneurial journey started in high school, and after co-founding Sensassure, he’s now on a mission to democratize access to high-quality, preventative healthcare. Today, we’ll discuss Sameer’s journey, explore the rise of proactive health, and delve into what it takes to scale a healthtech startup in Canada.
Key Highlights:
- Sameer’s Entrepreneurial Journey & The “Lightbulb” Moment for NiaHealth: Sameer shares what inspired him to start NiaHealth and how his diverse experiences shaped his leadership style.
- The Rise of Proactive Health & Addressing Undetected Risks: How NiaHealth empowers Canadians to address undetected health risks, with a report showing 88% of users had undiagnosed issues.
- NiaHealth’s Innovation for Health Optimization: How NiaHealth 2.0’s innovations like wearables integration and expanded testing panels help Canadians move to proactive health care.
- Scaling Healthtech in Canada & Supporting Entrepreneurs’ Wellbeing: Key lessons in scaling a healthtech startup and how proactive care can improve small business leaders’ wellbeing and reduce burnout.
- Fundraising Success & NiaHealth’s Future Vision: How NiaHealth plans to evolve in the next 3–5 years and its mission to democratize preventative healthcare and extend healthspan.
Special Thanks to Our Partners:
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Google: https://www.google.ca/
A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx
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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.
