Surgeon's Record June 20, 2025
Ben Schwartz, MD

Overhyping healthcare trends often misses the bigger picture, dilutes the impact real innovation can have, and leaves a trail of broken promises and unfulfilled potential when hype fades. We’ve seen this play out in value-based care and digital health, and we may see the same thing happen in the current darlings: longevity/wellness and AI.

All these concepts have merit. In fact, I’d say they’re all critical to the future of healthcare. But, to mix metaphors, we’re chasing sugar highs rather than building the foundation of a sustainable, nutritious foundation.

Longevity & Wellness

When it comes to longevity, we’re mis-framing the argument and chasing the wrong population. I’ve spent my career replacing hips and knees — one of the most effective...

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