The BAMF Health Podcast

On The BAMF Health Podcast, hosts Dr. Brandon Mancini and Christine VanTimmeren shed light on the emerging field of Theranostics and how precision medicine is changing the game in healthcare. They interview experts from around the globe who are advancing personalized healthcare to improve people’s lives.

The BAMF Health Podcast is a health podcast hosted by BAMF Health, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #11

  Tech Week Grand Rapids 2026 Preview | AI, Healthcare & Innovation

  Aug 4, 202630 minS1

  In this episode of the BAMF Health Podcast, we're joined by Petrit Rudi, Vice President of Technology at BAMF Health, and Andria Romkema, Senior Vice President of Business Development at The Right Place, for a conversation about how technology—and especially artificial intelligence—is reshaping healthcare and why Grand Rapids has become a growing hub for innovation. As Tech Week Grand Rapids 2026 approaches, they discuss what attendees can expect during one of the Midwest's largest technology celebrations, how healthcare organizations are putting AI into practice today, and why West Michigan is emerging as a leader in medical innovation. The episode also offers an exclusive preview of BAMF Health's Tech Week event, where the team will unveil new AI-powered technology designed to dramatically accelerate clinical trial startup—helping reduce months of administrative work while bringing promising therapies to patients faster. Whether you're interested in healthcare, artificial intelligence, clinical research, or simply curious about where technology is headed next, this episode offers an inside look at how innovation is already making a real-world impact—and why it's happening right here in West Michigan. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:54 What Is Tech Week Grand Rapids? 03:24 Healthcare's Growing Role in Tech Week 04:43 How Technology Is Transforming Healthcare 08:47 Why Innovation Is Happening in Grand Rapids 11:33 BAMF Health's Tech Week Event Preview 12:12 The Clinical Trial Bottleneck 12:57 How AI Can Reduce Months of Trial Planning 16:15 AI Should Handle Administrative Work 17:49 Building the Technology Behind Precision Medicine 19:27 Practical AI Across Every Industry 21:29 Moving AI From Theory to Real-World Impact 22:24 Why Healthcare Needs Action, Not Just Ideas 23:12 How Clinicians and Technologists Build Better Solutions 25:38 Why Everyone Should Attend Tech Week 28:16 Why West Michigan Is a Growing Innovation Hub 28:58 Register for Tech Week Grand Rapids 2026 & Closing Remarks Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

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  Episode #10

  How Are Radiopharmaceuticals Made? Inside a Modern Radiopharmacy

  Jul 21, 202635 minS1

  We sit down with Matt DeLong, BAMF Health Vice President of Radiopharmacy, to pull back the curtain on one of the most important—but least understood—parts of modern precision medicine: the radiopharmacy. How are radioactive drugs actually made? What is a cyclotron? Why do these medications have to be delivered within hours of production? And what makes BAMF Health's radiopharmacy different from traditional facilities? Matt shares how radiopharmaceuticals are manufactured, how they safely travel from the cyclotron to patients, and why radiopharmacies are becoming increasingly important as theranostics continues to transform cancer care. He also explains the logistics, safety measures, and culture that allow BAMF Health to deliver these time-sensitive therapies while expanding access to patients across the country. Whether you're a patient, healthcare professional, student, or simply curious about the science behind precision medicine, this episode offers an inside look at the technology and people helping make theranostics possible every day. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Meet Matt DeLong & His Career Journey 03:54 Supporting Patients, Health Systems & Clinical Trials 05:22 How Are Radioactive Drugs Made? 09:23 Why Radiopharmaceuticals Have to Be Used Quickly 11:13 What Makes BAMF Health's Radiopharmacy Different? 14:31 Seeing the Patient Impact Firsthand 15:55 Inside a 24-Hour Radiopharmacy Operation 17:29 How Radiation Safety Works 20:31 The "Banana Perspective" on Radiation 21:53 Expanding Access Across the Country 23:43 Building a Replicable Radiopharmacy Network 24:55 The Evolution of Modern Radiopharmacy 28:54 Matt's Passion for Patient Care 30:56 The BAMF Difference 31:50 Closing Thoughts Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

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  Your Theranostics Questions Answered – Access, Safety, & What to Expect

  Jul 7, 202632 min

  In this special Ask Us Anything episode, host Christine VanTimmeren and Dr. Brandon Mancini, Medical Director at BAMF Health, answer questions submitted by listeners about theranostics and radiopharmaceutical therapy. How accessible are these treatments? Are they covered by insurance? What cancers can be treated today—and what’s coming next? How much radiation are patients and caregivers actually exposed to? And what can patients expect during a treatment visit? Dr. Mancini provides straightforward answers to some of the most common questions he hears from patients and families, including: The biggest barriers to expanding access to theranostics Insurance coverage and affordability of FDA-approved treatments The future of radiopharmaceutical therapy and ongoing clinical trials Alpha vs. beta therapies explained Radiation safety for patients, caregivers, children, and pets What to expect during Pluvicto® and Lutathera® treatment appointments Whether you're considering treatment yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the future of precision medicine, this episode offers practical answers to help you better understand theranostics and the role it's playing in cancer care. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Listener Q&A 00:59 What Limits Access to Theranostics? 03:48 Why Demand Exceeds Capacity 04:02 Is Theranostics Covered by Insurance? 06:11 Accessibility vs. Self-Pay Treatments 08:16 What's Next for Theranostics? 09:30 One Drug, Multiple Cancer Types 10:35 The Future of Combination Therapies 12:45 Alpha vs. Beta Radiopharmaceuticals Explained 14:57 Radiation Safety for Patients & Caregivers 18:55 Why BAMF Compares Radiation to Bananas 🍌 20:47 Radiation Exposure From Flying vs. Treatment 21:33 What to Expect During a Pluvicto® Treatment 24:05 How Lutathera® Treatment Is Different 25:57 Preparing Patients for Therapy 26:34 Education, Safety & Setting Expectations 27:12 Release Criteria & Going Home Safely 28:32 Closing Thoughts & Future Q&A Episodes Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

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  Episode #8

  Personalized healthcare: A combination of biology, provider insight, and patient choice

  Jun 23, 202629 minS1

  In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Jeremiah Johns, Vice President of Medical Affairs at BAMF Health, and Dr. Simin Beg, Chief of Hospice and Palliative Care at Corewell Health, for a conversation about what it truly means to personalize healthcare. When most people hear the term personalized medicine, they think about advanced diagnostics, molecular imaging, genetic testing, and targeted therapies. While those innovations are transforming medicine, personalized care is about more than biology—it’s also about understanding a patient’s values, goals, and individual definition of what matters most. Together, we explore: • The difference between precision medicine and personalized care • Why healthcare is a partnership between providers, patients, and families • The importance of health literacy and informed decision-making • How personalized care applies to cancer treatment and Alzheimer’s disease • The role of palliative care alongside advanced therapies • Why patient values should guide treatment decisions • End-of-life planning, quality of life, and patient autonomy This episode is an important reminder that while medicine is becoming increasingly precise—especially at BAMF Health—the most meaningful healthcare decisions remain deeply human. Chapters 00:58 How Dr. Beg & Dr. Johns First Met in the ICU 02:04 Career Paths: Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care & Leadership 04:03 Personalized Care as a Two-Way Street 05:57 How BAMF Health Personalizes Cancer & Alzheimer’s Care 07:15 Precision Medicine vs. Personal Values 09:04 When Treatment Decisions Become Personal 10:08 Health Literacy: The Hidden Challenge in Healthcare 12:25 Why Healthcare Systems Must Improve Communication 13:49 Personalized Care in Alzheimer’s Disease 16:20 Palliative Care’s Role in Alzheimer’s Treatment 18:59 Reassessing Treatment Goals Throughout the Journey 20:16 Clinical Trials, Advanced Therapies & Personal Choice 21:32 Understanding Patient Values Without Judgment 22:40 End-of-Life Care & Maintaining Control 23:06 Hospice Care, Quality of Life & Living Well 24:43 There Is No “Wrong” Decision 25:39 Patient Autonomy & Shared Decision-Making 28:06 Final Reflections on Personalized Care Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

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  Episode #7

  Radiopharmaceutical Clinical Trials: The Myths, The Facts, and the Impact

  Jun 9, 202634 minS1

  In this episode, we're joined by Dan Rogers, Vice President of Clinical Trials at BAMF Health, for an inside look at the world of clinical trials and their critical role in advancing cancer care. Clinical trials are often misunderstood. Are patients treated like guinea pigs? What happens if you receive a placebo? How do clinical trials actually lead to new therapies becoming available to patients? And why are more cancer patients considering clinical trials earlier in their treatment journey? Dan breaks down the clinical trial process—from Phase I first-in-human studies through FDA approval—and explains why BAMF Health has become a national leader in radiopharmaceutical clinical research. The team also discusses BAMF’s growing RadioNexus network, investigator-initiated studies, pediatric research opportunities, and the unique infrastructure required to bring innovative therapies to patients faster. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Clinical Trials 00:26 How Dan Rogers Entered Clinical Research 02:21 Clinical Trials 101: What Are They? 04:33 Why Clinical Trials Matter for Patients 05:40 How BAMF Health Accesses Leading Clinical Trials 08:19 Expanding Access Through RadioNexus 10:12 The Infrastructure Behind Radiopharmaceutical Trials 11:53 Shaping Clinical Trial Design & Innovation 13:26 Why Being First-in-Human Matters 14:45 Who Participates in Clinical Trials? 17:13 How Patients Find Clinical Trials 18:01 Why Clinical Trials Are Becoming Earlier Treatment Options 20:46 The Challenge of Finding the Right Trial 22:49 Investigator-Initiated Trials at BAMF Health 26:05 Pediatric Theranostics & the Future of Research 27:31 Clinical Trial Myths & Misconceptions 28:00 Myth: “I’m Just a Guinea Pig” 29:21 Myth: “I Might Get a Placebo Instead of Treatment” 30:39 Myth: “Once I Join, I Can’t Leave” 31:14 Myth: “Clinical Trials Take Too Much Time” 32:45 Imaging Trials vs. Therapy Trials 33:48 The Future Impact of Clinical Research Connect with the hosts on LinkedIn Dr. Brandon Mancini Christine VanTimmeren Connect with BAMF Health Our Website Our Podcast

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