Dr. Josh Luke

Josh Luke, Ph.D., is a renowned healthcare futurist and is acclaimed internationally for his educational, motivational and humorous presentations. At SXSW he will be debuting his latest book, Ex-Acute 2017: A former hospital CEO tells all on what's wrong with American healthcare, A roadmap for affordable healthcare.

The route that led Josh to become a leader in Healthcare Reform is both poignant and inspirational. By the age of 26, he accomplished his early career dreams of working in sports marketing with some of the biggest names in the world of sports, a position that would be envied by many. Then, at an age when other young people are still trying to figure out their path in life, Josh made a drastic course correction in his career. Listening to his heart, and seeing the drastic need to be a voice for the unheard, Josh was called to action by the declining health and onset of Alzheimer’s disease of both his grandmothers. Josh shares heart wrenching stories of his family’s journey through caring for an aging loved one, as well the emotional and financial struggles and choices made not just by his family, but by so many Americans in today’s world.

Ex-Acute 2017 is a tell-all book revealing industry secrets to explain concepts and advise how to spend less on healthcare and access the best doctors in America. First Obamacare, then President Trump. What's next for those who seek affordable healthcare?

In this book, you will read Josh’s story about the exact moment he made the decision to dedicate his time and energies to serving in the health care sector, rapidly rising through the ranks of health care administration, and becoming one of the country’s youngest hospital CEOs by the age of 32. There simply is no one else with the vast knowledge and experience necessary to author this book, and provide critical information to those seeking care for their loved one, be it an aging parent, or simply caring for a child.

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