The Studio Approach

Nothing in the water surrounding Silicon Valley makes it the most innovative region in America. Ideas find their way to northern California because, more than anywhere, the people and the infrastructure facilitate their path to the market. However, there is no shortage of ingenuity or know-how in our own backyard. What is lacking is the belief and means to turn an unintended discovery or eureka moment into a product or service that can improve health care standards worldwide.

Connected Care

The coronavirus pandemic brought with it heightened attention to many of the disparities facing rural West Virginians, including the burden of traveling long distances to receive health care. It also brought new habits, such as social distancing and quarantining, to limit the virus’s spread—increasing overall acceptance and the level of importance placed on bringing telehealth services to the Mountain State.

A State of Caring

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, many people outside the Appalachian region have showed an interest in relocating to more rural areas, including West Virginia. One of the main criteria for many people looking to move is access to quality health care amenities. While statistically West Virginians face some less than favorable health outcomes and some struggle to gain access to health care due to the rural terrain, the Mountain State is also home to several world-class health care systems and a culture that takes care of its own.

Live Here, Work There

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic pushed people toward remote work, which is a trend that will most likely continue even after it is safe to return to the office. Many employers and companies have found workers are just as or more productive from home, allowing them to cut costs by incurring fewer overhead expenses.