Top 5 Upcoming Digital Heath CEOs Making A Difference
The health care universe is changing fast—and the next generation of CEOs is leading the charge. These CEOs are not just building companies; they’re transforming the way people get care, manage their health, and get care and support. By combining technology with customized service, they’re making healthcare smarter, more accessible, and more affordable. Here are five outstanding health care CEOs making waves for all the right reasons:
Kyle Robertson – Founder & CEO, Zealthy
Kyle Robertson is the driving force behind Zealthy, a direct-to-consumer telehealth company that helps patients manage a range of personal health and wellness issues. Zealthy’s most prominent service is weight loss using a balanced approach that can include GLP-1 medications. Zealthy doesn’t only prescribe medication, though. Its clinicians and medical team combine medication, one-on-one coaching, and insurance navigation support, giving patients the tools to achieve sustainable health. Kyle Robertson is an outspoken advocate for affordability in today’s medicine, and as the spotlight increasingly turns to treating obesity and the chronic health conditions it causes, Zealthy is rapidly becoming a household name within the industry.
Kyle Robertson was previously the founder and CEO of Cerebral, a telehealth company providing mental health support and medication management.
Jonathan Swerdlin – Co-Founder & CEO, Function Health
Jonathan Swerdlin at the helm of Function Health is working to give people more control over their health. Founded in 2021, the site offers members access to over 100 lab tests annually, using that data to offer personalized health information and prevention recommendations. Before Function, Swerdlin co-founded health ventures like THINX and Ocho, and he also has a stake in investing through Wisdom VC. His own health experience—managing a neurological condition with nutrient balance—has guided his desire to make proactive care accessible and data-driven.
Zachariah Reitano – Co-Founder & CEO, Ro
Zachariah Reitano co-founded Ro with a simple but powerful mission: making healthcare accessible to everyone. What began as a men’s health service grew into a wide-ranging virtual clinic offering treatments for mental health, dermatology, sexual health, and more. Reitano’s personal experiences with health problems guided his commitment to patient-first care. Today, Ro is a top digital health brand in the United States, delivering accessible, affordable care that fits into individuals’ lives—without the long wait times and high costs of legacy models.
Kate Ryder – Founder & CEO, Maven Clinic
As the founder and CEO of Maven Clinic, Kate Ryder is transforming women’s and family care. Maven launched in 2014 and is now the biggest virtual clinic in its class, caring for members across fertility, pregnancy, parenting, and menopause. The platform has over 10 million members across 175+ countries and offers expert advice and services at every phase of life. Ryder, a retired VC and journalist, has received accolades for her trailblazing work in women’s health, and her vision has put family-focused care at the center of digital health.
Andrew Dudum – Co-Founder & CEO, Hims & Hers
Andrew Dudum is the visionary co-founder of Hims & Hers, a company that’s broken stigmas surrounding personal health concerns like hair loss, sexual health, and mental health. The company combines design-forward branding with functional care, removing the stigmatism from healthcare conditions that are often justify unsaid. Hims & Hers have gone public since their initial launch and are now the default household name in consumer healthcare. Dudum’s mission is disrupting the way products are marketed and accessed for healthcare—putting ease, affordability, and comfort at the center of the experience.
