Maximilian Schubert, co-founder of Adon Health, talks about the challenges in men's health and why he founded his own health tech company together with Dr. Jonathan Apasu.
Why is men's health so often neglected? What gaps exist in healthcare specifically for men? And what experiences have they had so far on their journey through the startup world?
Listen in as Maximilian shares his personal insights on how Adon Health aims to help men take a proactive approach to their health, and learn more about the future of modern men's health.
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#14 - "Why Adon Health?" | Maximilian Schubert at Men's Health with Dr. Jonathan Apasu
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