Season 6 - Episode 12: Founder After Forty: How a Midlife Crisis Led to Midlife Mission

What if the second half of your life held more purpose than the first? Physician-turned-founder Brian Mahoney shares how a midlife pivot and a deep sense of mission led him to launch a startup transforming surgery recovery—before the surgery even starts.

• Brian Mahoney emphasizes the importance of mental preparedness for surgery.

• Prehabilitation can significantly improve post-surgery outcomes.

• There is a significant gap between medical research and its practical application.

• The startup journey can reignite passion for one's profession.

• Building a business requires patience and consistency over rushing to market.

• Hospital partnerships are crucial for the success of healthcare startups.

• The healthcare system is slow to adopt new practices, often taking years.

• Entrepreneurs in their 40s can leverage their experience to start new ventures.

• The business model of Prehab MD focuses on online accessibility and affordability.

• Understanding the needs of both patients and healthcare providers is key.