Dr. Dan O’Brien MD, MBA, PhD
Medical Futurist, Corporate Strategist, Public Health Expert, Keynote Speaker
Dr. Dan O’Brien MD, MBA, PhD
Medical Futurist, Corporate Strategist, Public Health Expert, Keynote Speaker
Dr. Dan O’Brien, MD/MBA, PhD is a physician, public health expert and business-savvy consultant. He is a trusted advisor to both established and emerging companies. His unique perspectives and solutions are based on his training as a doctor, businessperson and public health expert. Business leaders look to Dr. Dan as a “next generation” health and business expert and make critical decisions based on his insights and perspectives.
Organizations face complex issues as they navigate both the healthcare system and business challenges. Dr. Dan brings cutting edge experience in research, academic teaching, scientific writing, new product launch, medical presentations and clinical work. What makes Dr. Dan different is his ability to evaluate critical issues and devise solutions using both a medical and business mindset. Executives are able to leverage his multi-dimensional expertise to make the right choices, solve problems quickly and deliver the best outcomes.
Dr. Dan guides organizations in developing core business strategies, market access, creating roadmaps to raise capital and navigate FDA approval processes, and conducting scientific research. Leveraging new technologies — including AI, genetic engineering and virtual monitoring — gets particular focus. With Dr. Dan’s guidance, business leaders increase speed to market, avoid unnecessary and costly delays and establish marketplace advantage.
A skilled national media commentator, Dr. Dan’s relaxed communication style reflects his no-nonsense, straight-talking Midwestern upbringing.
The Resilient Camel: A Message from Dr. Dan
“Forty-six million years ago, the large hump-backed animal that we know today started off the size of a small dog. Facing geographic challenges, suffering from lack of food and water, and experiencing extreme stress, the camel is the epitome of Perpetual Adapting: Turning Surviving into Thriving.
The camel evolved with its distinctive gait and the ability to store fat to survive long journeys. This was essential as the camel migrated from its original home in North America to Eurasia. And its physical characteristics reflect its response to the challenges it has faced. Its thick eyelashes provide protection against desert dust storms. The pads on its chest and knees protect it from the hot desert sand when it lies down. Its woolly coat insulates the body, reducing heat gain and minimizing the need for hydration. And most prominently, the camel’s hump stores fat for times when food is scarce.
It’s time for both established companies and startups to start thinking and acting more like camels — to nourish resilience and embrace adaptability. To survive and thrive.”
Core Specialties
Corporate Strategist
Drawing on his unique academic background and multifaceted client experiences, Dr. Dan guides organizations to develop strategy and allocate resources to achieve optimal results. His futuristic orientation accounts for evolving technologies, healthcare innovation, marketplace opportunities and legislative requirements. And Dr. Dan’s straightforward, practical style resonates with both emerging and enterprise organizations.
Select topics:
- Refine goals
- Identify opportunities
- Develop plans
Keynote Speaker/Workshops/Breakout Sessions
With a relaxed communications style and futuristic approach to important issues, Dr. Dan connects with audiences to create a level of engagement that has a long-lasting impact. Healthcare is constantly evolving, bringing new challenges and opportunities. Dr. Dan provides unique ways of looking at critical issues that impact any organization operating within or influenced by the healthcare sector.
Select topics:
- Healthcare management
- Healthcare finance
- Healthcare economics
- Healthcare, legal and medical issues
Public Health Expert
Understanding the complexities of an ever-changing public health environment is essential to developing solutions that meet the needs of organizations, families and individuals. Dr. Dan’s public health perspectives are balanced by his medical training and business background. He is able to deliver unique insights that reflect an understanding of both desired health outcomes and the bottom line.
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- Access problems
- Develop policy
- Communicate effectively
Healthcare Startup Advisor
Working with limited manpower and financial resources, startups face distinct and sometimes existential challenges. Dr. Dan brings cutting-edge experience in research, new product launches, strategy and innovation that is particularly valuable to new and emerging companies. His expertise leads to making the right choices, solving problems quickly and delivering the best outcomes.
Select topics:
- Guide management
- Create roadmap
- Save time and raise capital
Praise for Dr. Dan
“It was a pleasure working with Dr. Dan. He is creative, strategic, and outcomes focused. His enthusiasm and passion for the future of medicine make him a top leader in his field.” – Stephen Von Rump: CEO Aegis Digital Health
“Dr. Dan O’Brien continues to educate both patients and colleagues on novel medical practices and technologies. His charisma and thorough knowledge of health care have enabled him to be a leader in the medical field today and in the future. It is an honor to be both a medical colleague and his friend.” – Dan Galyean, MD, MBA
“Every encounter with Dr. Dan O’Brien changes my viewpoint and gives me hope. His perspective helps this old school physician see the possibilities in our problems and keep moving forward.” – Chuck Page, MD
“Dr. Dan O’Brien is passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic when it comes to healthcare. His vibrant energy and medical futurist approach is best in class and it’s a pleasure to know him.” – Best Selling Author Dr. Lori Shemak
Dr. Dan’s Book
“Camel Resilience: Dr. Dan’s Guide for Turning Surviving into Thriving”
In five easy-to-read sections, Dr. Dan addresses the need to break from the concept of a “new normal” for employers, employees, and their families. He also explains what we should adopt to replace it. Dr. Dan shines a spotlight on the way sports have shown us how we can adapt quickly to change while finding more resilience in the process.
Dr. Dan shows you how to gain resilience through vulnerability, and takes an in-depth look at the importance of connection, guiding us into the future through technology to help employees, employers, and their families in limitless creative and innovative ways.
