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Innovate and elevate podcast

hosted by Sharon Kedar, CFA

Where top doctors, scientists, investors, and founders discuss the future of human health.

Sharon Kedar, host of Innovate and Elevate podcast and co-founder of Northpond Ventures

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Explore conversations on women’s health, longevity, menopause care, diagnostics, biotechnology, prevention, and breakthrough science.

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Because Humanity Deserves Better

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Innovate and Elevate is the podcast where the pioneering ideas and leading-edge discoveries that redefine human health are explored. Behind every revolutionary method and device is a human, or humans, daring to make the impossible possible.

Sharon, an investor at the forefront of science-driven venture capital, talks with these change agents about how they are rewriting the rules in their fields - from human health and longevity to breakthrough diagnostics and therapeutics.

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About Sharon

Sharon Kedar is Co-Founder, Partner of Northpond Ventures. She is also a human health advocate and has been invited to and spoken at notable institutions and events nationwide, including The New York Stock Exchange, The White House, ARPA-H, and Harvard University.

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  • Absolutely loved this first episode.

    This was such a welcome surprise to my inbox this morning. The dialogue was engaging and informative without feeling overwhelming. Both Sharon and Dr. Rexrode are so knowledgeable in their fields.

    - Maggie, Apple Podcasts Review -

  • Thought Provoking and Refreshing

    This new podcast is just what I needed, a platform to learn about health and innovation. I just listened to the first episode hosted by Sharon Kedar, a true pioneer for women. The amazing thing is that this podcast delivered with such humanity. I was glad to hear women leaders talking about real world things like women helping women, balancing our lives, advancing our careers, and prioritizing our health. It was fascinating to learn from Dr. Rexrode that women’s healthcare is often just a trial for doctors and how frustrating that is for doctors. I loved hearing from these two top experts and can’t wait to tune into more episodes. And I plan to recommend this show to women and men. Finally, the pregnancy example really hits home and was a perfect motivator.

    - Sandra, Apple Podcasts Review -

  • Insightful and concise!

    Loved the first episode of this podcast and excited for the future episodes!

    - Kelsey, Apple Podcasts Review -

  • Outstanding and Much Needed

    Found the first episode so illuminating on how women can prioritize health and meaning. Cannot wait for the next episode.

    - Flannery, Apple Podcasts Review -

  • Inaugural Episode of Innovate and Elevate

    Host Sharon Kedar of Northpond Ventures sits down with Kathryn Rexrode, Chief of the Division of Women’s Health at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Wyss Visiting Scholar. The two discuss Kathryn’s non-linear career path and the importance of rejecting a scarcity mindset and supporting other women professionally.

    The two originally met at a Wyss Institute Women’s Health Catalyst event last year, where they were both panelists discussing women’s health and leadership.

    - Wyss Institute at Harvard University -

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  • Innovate & Elevate is a human health podcast hosted by Sharon Kedar, Co-Founder of Northpond Ventures. The show features candid conversations with leading doctors, scientists, founders, investors, and innovators who are shaping the future of medicine and improving human health.

  • Sharon Kedar is Co-Founder and Partner of Northpond Ventures, a science-driven venture capital firm focused on breakthrough innovation. She is also a human health advocate and podcast host known for thoughtful conversations on women’s health, longevity, diagnostics, therapeutics, and the future of healthcare.

  • Innovate & Elevate covers a wide range of human health topics including women’s health, menopause care, hormone therapy, longevity, biotechnology, diagnostics, therapeutics, preventive medicine, healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, and investing in the future of medicine.

  • You can listen to Innovate & Elevate on major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. New episodes are also available through the official Innovate & Elevate website.

  • Innovate & Elevate is for anyone interested in the future of human health, including healthcare professionals, founders, investors, entrepreneurs, researchers, and curious listeners who want to better understand women’s health, longevity, medical innovation, and breakthrough science.

  • Innovate & Elevate brings together world-class experts from medicine, science, investing, and entrepreneurship to discuss how real change happens in human health. Hosted by Sharon Kedar, the show focuses on meaningful conversations, credible expertise, and the ideas shaping a healthier future.

  • Yes. Innovate & Elevate regularly features conversations on women’s health, menopause care, hormone therapy, healthcare inequities, and the future of female-focused medicine with leading doctors and innovators.

  • New episodes are released regularly and feature timely conversations with leading voices in human health, healthcare innovation, and science. Follow the show on your preferred platform to be notified when new episodes go live.