Next-Generation Patient Access to Food, Medicine, and Lifestyle Programs | TWIRx

In this thought-provoking episode of This Week in Pharmacy, I am joined by three powerhouse leaders from health innovation: Dr. Alex Ding (Humana), Dr. Marc Watkins (Kroger Health), and Brian Urban (Best Buy Health). Together, they explore the next generation of patient access—where healthcare meets lifestyle, nutrition, and digital convenience.

Special Guests: 

Dr. Alexander Ding, MD, MBA – Medical Director, Humana
Dr. Marc R. Watkins, M.D. – Chief Medical Officer, Kroger Health
Brian Urban – Head of Innovation, Best Buy Health

From food-as-medicine initiatives and retail-driven clinical models to smart tech integration in chronic care, this episode examines how cross-industry collaborations are shaping the future of health. It's not just about treating illness—it's about engineering longevity.

💡 Topics Covered:

☑️ The intersection of grocery, pharmacy, and tech in holistic care
☑️ Reducing healthcare utilization by improving access to essential needs
☑️ How retail health platforms are personalizing nutrition + medication delivery
☑️ Digital health tools for aging in place, remote monitoring, and patient education

Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for your support of today's #TWIRx episode, leading in #DigitalHealth tech through iCare+ for Community Pharmacy.

Watch here:
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