About the podcast
Welcome to Healthcare100 — The Ultimate Playbook for Scaling in Healthcare.
Hosted by visionary tech entrepreneur Amol Nirgudkar (CEO of Patient Prism) and healthcare operator-turned-investor A.J. Peak (Founder of Health Wealth Capital), Healthcare100 delivers raw, strategy-packed conversations with the C-suite leaders reshaping the future of healthcare. From multi-site operators and private equity partners to healthtech pioneers, each episode pulls back the curtain on the growth engines behind America’s fastest-scaling DSOs, MSOs, AI platforms, and RCM powerhouses.
Each week, you’ll get access to the strategies, systems, and capital structures that drive real results—plus at least one $100K+ idea you can implement right away. Operators get tactical frameworks to multiply EBITDA and enterprise value. Investors gain insight into emerging trends and high-yield deal structures. Innovators learn how to turn technology into traction—and scale faster with fewer missteps. This is the inside edge healthcare leaders have been looking for.
About your hosts
Amol Nirgudkar
Amol Nirgudkar is a seasoned leader dedicated to accelerating growth and profitability for healthcare organizations. With over two decades of experience as a certified public accountant, business consultant, author, and inventor, Amol has a proven track record of transforming healthcare practices and groups into thriving enterprises.
He is the co-founder and CEO of Patient Prism, the #1 growth platform trusted by over 10,000 healthcare clinics across the United States. Patient Prism specializes in AI-enabled patient acquisition and nurturing, guiding patients seamlessly through their journey—from initial engagement to long-term retention. By combining advanced AI agents with sophisticated CRM automation tools, Patient Prism intelligently matches patient demand with organizational capacity, ensuring schedules are consistently filled with the right patients.
Patient Prism’s cutting-edge capabilities include AI-powered call tracking, conversational analytics, real-time performance insights, and actionable intelligence to improve marketing effectiveness, sales efficiency, and operational excellence. These innovations empower multi-site healthcare organizations, including DSOs and MSOs, to capture more opportunities, enhance patient experiences, and significantly boost revenue across all locations.
An inventor holding five patents, Amol is recognized as a prominent thought leader in healthcare and frequently shares his expertise through various social media platforms and industry events. Beyond Patient Prism, he has successfully launched ventures in finance, real estate, and AI consultancy.
On a personal note, Amol has traveled extensively both domestically and internationally, supporting his piano-prodigy daughter, Ovie, at concerts and competitions. Demonstrating a deep commitment to humanitarian efforts, Amol and Ovie embarked on a mission to Ukraine in 2022 to assist refugees affected by the conflict.
A.J. Peak
A.J. Peak is a seasoned healthcare executive, private equity-backed operator, and real estate investor with a proven track record of scaling multi-site healthcare businesses and structuring high-value transactions. Over his career, he has led organizations through rapid expansion, private equity recapitalization, and operational optimization, making him a valuable board member for healthcare service organizations and private equity-backed DSOs.
As the Founder and President of Peak Dental Services, A.J. built the company from a single location into a nearly $100M revenue dental support organization (DSO) with over 60 practices and 650 employees across multiple states.
Under his leadership, the company achieved 4X Inc5000 recipient of the fastest growing companies, successfully raised over $100M in capital, and completed a private equity recapitalization with Varsity Healthcare Partners. He has deep expertise in M&A, operational scaling, centralization of support functions, and financial structuring, all while maintaining strong clinician alignment and retention.
Beyond healthcare operations, A.J. is the CEO of Health Wealth Capital, a firm focused on syndicating capital for medical real estate investments. He has structured and led six real estate investment funds, negotiated 100+ triple-net leases, and built a $50M AUM portfolio generating double-digit IRRs across economic cycles. His strategic insight into the intersection of real estate and healthcare operations enables DSOs to optimize their practice portfolios, improve EBITDA margins, and drive long-term value creation.
A former Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, A.J. advised Fortune 500 companies on M&A strategy, operational efficiencies, and revenue growth initiatives across financial services, insurance, and consumer industries. His analytical rigor and data-driven approach to decision-making make him a strong asset in the boardroom.
A Kellogg MBA and Carnegie Mellon graduate, A.J. brings a blend of strategic acumen and operational execution that is rare among healthcare leaders. He is also a recognized industry speaker and author of two best-selling books on healthcare real estate and practice leasing.
What to expect in show format and questions
Engaging conversations that educate, inspire, and connect professionals across the healthcare industry, helping them navigate industry trends, investment opportunities, and technological advancements.
Who is the audience of the show?
Healthcare professionals, investors, private equity firms, and entrepreneurs looking for insights into healthcare innovation, investments, and leadership.
How long is each episode?
Your recording session will be 60 minutes long so that we have adequate time for tech checks & topic alignment before recording.
The final episode will be ~30 minutes long.
Is the show audio or video?
The show is primarily audio, although we do record video when possible for YouTube and social media clips. It would be great to have you on camera, if possible.
How to prepare for your interview:
Use your computer - Please use your computer for recording, not your phone. This will ensure we have the best quality possible.
Google Chrome is preferred - If possible, please have Google Chrome open during the interview. This enables us to record an audio backup of the interview. If you don’t have Google Chrome, it’s ok, but it’s preferred.
Remove distractions - Please be in a quiet area where you will not be disturbed and silence all notifications on your computer and mobile device.
Audio quality - Please use the best microphone you have available. If you do not have a microphone then use at minimum a pair of earbuds or a headset. This ensures the best audio quality for the listener.
Raise your webcam to eye level (you can stack your computer on top of books if needed).
Ensure that the light is in front of you and not behind you. If you have a window, set your computer with the window behind your computer screen so there is adequate light on your face.