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At Suncoast Ventures, we're investing in what healthcare truly needs: solutions for the 5% of patients who drive 50% of costs—maternal health, addiction recovery, access in health deserts.
Forbes just featured our approach. It's where mission meets smart business.
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How Suncoast VC Targets The Drivers Of Health Costs
Venture capital firms like Suncoast VC are backing healthcare startups that lower health costs by tackling chronic disease, maternal care, and access gaps.
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October 10, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Women’s health can’t wait for progress to happen in sequence. We need movement and infrastructure, side-by-side.

👉 The movement is the field.

Explore how patient communities and founder networks are becoming the infrastructure investors want to fund.
Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/moveme...
The Movement Is the Field: Building Women's Health Infrastructure Through Community Power
Transforming movement energy into field infrastructure is the playbook for women's health. At an intimate summit hosted by Suncoast Ventures, Startup Tri-Valley, and iGate Innovation Hub this last wee...
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August 28, 2025 at 8:47 PM
"This is a critical moment for CA healthcare. We can't let administrative barriers strip coverage from those who need it most.
At Hickman Strategies, we're building bridges—not barriers—to healthcare access."
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#CalAIM #Medicaid #ComplexCare
Millions of Californians may lose health coverage because of new Medicaid work requirements
The nation's first mandated work requirement for Medicaid recepients, approved by the Republican-led Congress and signed by President Trump, is expected to have a seismic effect in California.
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August 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
OBBBA, CalAIM’s Next Phase, and a New Venture Role with Suncoast Ventures.

Read about it: mailchi.mp/hickmanstrat...
July 17, 2025 at 12:51 AM
California State of Mind
June 20, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Enough said.
June 14, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Reposted
June 4, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Reposted
On Memorial Day, we remember the sacrifices that our men and women in uniform and their families have made to preserve our freedom. May we always strive to honor the strength and resolve they’ve shown our country.
May 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
What’s Certain in 2025?
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December 19, 2024 at 11:55 PM
This poem was in a letter we received today. It captures my feelings and reflections on our recent election. #Persist #Protect
November 16, 2024 at 9:08 PM
MLK Day 2024
 
"Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in." MLK 1959
January 15, 2024 at 7:48 PM
Next week!️ Join this @MHPA panel on harnessing member-centric strategies to drive meaningful health outcomes for members with complex conditions.  
Speakers include @SebSeiguer, @HickmanJim, & leaders from @UHCCS, @CareFirst, @SellersDorsey. 
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 30, 2023 at 1:46 AM
The Complex Care Certificate – 9 online, self-paced courses that teach the skills and knowledge needed for complex care. Coursework is designed for teams of frontline complex care providers to complete together. Learn more: courses.camdenhealth.org/certificate
November 16, 2023 at 9:09 PM
CalAIM Updates from the Field - mailchi.mp/hickmanstrat...
August 28, 2023 at 4:22 AM
Medicaid is red hot (with a call back to rockabilly legend Billy Lee Riley) Read about our latest work on innovations for underserved populations and why the Medicaid investment narrative is changing. http://bit.ly/451Kmt5
July 13, 2023 at 7:44 PM