Zocdoc CEO on Gemini partnership: Opening our infrastructure to third party players

Summary

Zocdoc CEO Dr. Oliver Kharraz discusses the new Google Gemini integration that lets users find and book in-network providers through Zocdoc. He frames the announcement as part of Zocdoc's shift from a destination marketplace to healthcare access infrastructure opened to third-party players. He cites existing partnerships with insurers, Yelp, Healthgrades, and the VA via HIVE, but does not disclose commercial terms or make a public-market investment call.

• Google Gemini and Zocdoc announced AI-assisted in-network provider search and booking.
• CEO Oliver Kharraz says Zocdoc is opening its booking infrastructure to third-party players.
• Zocdoc describes a transition from marketplace to healthcare access infrastructure.
• Existing partners named include Blue Shield of California, Yelp, Healthgrades, and the VA via HIVE.
• Booking is free for patients, while third-party commercial arrangements are undisclosed.
• CEO says AI's seamless experience creates demand for Zocdoc as the healthcare next step.
• The interview contains no direct public-market stock calls or financial guidance.