MedPage Today August 24, 2022
— While many have voiced valid concerns, the acquisition brings much needed progress
Amazon recently sent shock waves through healthcare when they announced their $3.9 billion acquisition of One Medical. This follows its 2018 acquisition of PillPack and 2019 Amazon Care launch. With $29 billion of venture investment into digital health in 2021, this may seem like just another headline — but we feel this one is different.
In placing their bet on a primary care network that delivers a hybrid of in-person and virtual care, Amazon chose a path that positions it to be a front-runner in primary care innovation.
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