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Why AI Could Finally Fix Healthcare Access | Zocdoc CEO Oliver Kharraz

Healthcare
United States
Started October 18, 2026

Why is booking a doctor's appointment still so difficult, and can AI finally change that? Zocdoc CEO Oliver Kharraz argues that the real problem isn't finding doctors, but connecting patients to accurate availability and making appointments bookable wherever they start their search. Oliver joins a16z General Partner Julie Yoo to discuss how Zocdoc spent nearly 20 years building the infrastructure behind online scheduling, and why it's now opening that technology to AI agents, insurers, and ot...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
Zocdoc's model demonstrates that centralized scheduling can eliminate the frustration of finding available doctors.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
Integrating AI with existing healthcare scheduling systems can enhance patient experience without replacing human interaction.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
AI's reliance on algorithms can exacerbate existing inequalities in healthcare access if not designed inclusively.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
The complexity of healthcare systems means that AI alone cannot solve the issues of access and availability.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
Open access to AI-driven scheduling tools can democratize healthcare access across diverse populations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
The implementation of AI in healthcare scheduling must prioritize patient privacy and data security.
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Partnerships between technology companies and healthcare providers can enhance the effectiveness of AI in booking appointments.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
AI has the potential to reduce waiting times for appointments, thereby improving overall healthcare efficiency.
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Ensuring transparency in how AI systems prioritize appointments will be crucial for maintaining patient trust.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 18, 2026
AI should not be the primary solution for healthcare access, as it may overlook the human elements of patient care.
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