Dr. Oliver Kharraz, M.D., is a physician and entrepreneur whose work has quietly transformed how millions of Americans access healthcare. As the founder and CEO of Zocdoc, Dr. Kharraz built one of the most widely used digital healthcare marketplaces in the United States, helping patients find doctors, book appointments, and receive care more efficiently.
Dr. Kharraz earned his medical degree in the U.S. and trained as a physician, but early in his career he became interested in solving healthcare’s structural problems rather than treating patients one at a time. He saw firsthand how difficult it was for patients to navigate insurance networks, locate available doctors, and schedule timely appointments. Those frustrations became the foundation for a technology-driven solution.
In 2007, Dr. Kharraz founded Zocdoc with a simple but powerful idea: make booking a doctor’s appointment as easy as booking a flight or hotel. Over time, the platform grew into a nationwide marketplace that now connects patients with providers across nearly every specialty. Zocdoc has helped millions of Americans access care faster, while helping practices fill open appointment slots and reduce administrative burdens.
Under Dr. Kharraz’s leadership, Zocdoc has continued to evolve. In recent years, the company expanded beyond scheduling to include telehealth services, insurance transparency tools, and AI-driven matching that helps patients find the right provider for their specific needs. These enhancements have become especially important as consumer expectations in healthcare increasingly mirror those in other digital-first industries.
What sets Dr. Kharraz apart is his physician-led approach to innovation. Rather than viewing healthcare as a purely transactional business, he has consistently emphasized trust, access, and patient experience. Zocdoc’s tools are designed to strengthen the connection between patients and clinicians, not replace it.
Today, Dr. Kharraz remains actively involved in shaping the future of digital healthcare, advocating for technology that reduces friction while preserving quality and compassion. His work stands as a clear example of how doctors can leverage business and innovation to create scalable solutions that improve care nationwide.
