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Toronto Star
07-08-2025
- Health
- Toronto Star
Rocket Doctor Strengthens Access to Care Across Ontario as ER Closures and Physician Shortages Rise
2024 marked the worst year on record for ER closures in Ontario, with 1 in 5 hospitals experiencing unplanned shutdowns, especially in rural areas. Ontario's family physician workforce is aging, with 15% of patients attached to doctors nearing retirement and 2.5 million Ontarians lacking a family doctor as of 2023. Rocket Doctor-affiliated physicians have treated over 360,000+ patients in Ontario on the platform since 2020, highlighting growing demand and need. In 2024, MDs using Rocket Doctor saw 62,648 patients, a sharp rise from 38,378 in 2023, demonstrating a 63% increase YoY in adoption. More than 102,000 patients from communities under 30,000 population have accessed care through Rocket Doctor, reflecting its impact in underserved regions across the Province. Physician engagement with Rocket Doctor continues to grow, with 138 Ontario doctors signed on by July 2025 TORONTO, ON, Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF, Frankfurt: 939) ('Treatment') and its wholly owned digital health platform and marketplace, Rocket Doctor, are making meaningful strides in Ontario as the province faces mounting healthcare challenges. Since its Ontario launch in 2020, physicians using Rocket Doctor have treated more than 360,000 patients, reflecting both the platform's growing reach and the critical demand for innovative care solutions across the province.
Business Upturn
31-07-2025
- Health
- Business Upturn
Rocket Doctor's Virtually-Enabled Emergency Department Diversion Program Reduces Strain on Overwhelmed Hospitals
Virtually-enabled Emergency Department (ED) at Georgian Bay General Hospital has successfully connected over 3,000 patients with MDs,with 97.5% managed virtually and only 1% redirected to the ED. The Ontario program has saved an estimated $1.4 million by diverting 3,065 patients from the ER between June 2022 and December 2024. This is based on an average of $475 per visit, using cost data from Scarborough Health Network and Canadian Institute for Health Information . In the last 3 months across Alberta, Rocket Doctor has facilitated 12,000+ patient visits with MDs, with 98% of cases resolved virtually and <1% sent to ED. The Rocket Doctor platform combines smart patient-provider matching, branded hospital intake pages, and flexible staffing models to support hospital partners Vancouver, BC, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF, Frankfurt: 939) ('Treatment') and its wholly owned digital health platform and marketplace, Rocket Doctor, are providing a scalable response to Canada's emergency department crisis with a data-backed diversion program. The program uses smart triage, provider infrastructure, and AI-enabled care to safely keep appropriate patients with low-acuity healthcare concerns out of overcrowded hospitals, while getting them the comprehensive out-patient care that they need, faster. Across Canada, hospitals are facing unprecedented strain. Since 2019, emergency departments have experienced more than 1.14 million hours of closure , the equivalent of 47,500 lost days of emergency care. Ontario and Alberta have been hit especially hard, with rural ER closures and care disruptions becoming a regular occurrence. This reality has left communities with few options and patients in critical need of safe, timely alternatives. British Columbia is equally seeing regular ER closures throughout 2025, causing challenges for patients, healthcare systems and especially rural communities: BC is not Alone – Rural ER Crisis across Canada – BC Rural Health Network While in many cases a virtual-only system is not a replacement for in-person emergency care, Rocket Doctor's ED diversion program is helping to support hospitals and patients to fill a void in accessible care. The platform enables hospital systems to allow patients to self-select to reroute themselves to clinically appropriate, out-patient consultations, leveraging customized intake forms, real-time triage, and a flexible physician network, either from independent MDs on Rocket Doctor's platform, or the hospital's own staff. At Georgian Bay General Hospital in Ontario, the results speak for themselves. Between June 2022 and December 2024, more than 3,065 patients have been successfully managed through MDs on Rocket Doctor's platform, with 97% of patients treated virtually and only 1% redirected to the ER. Patients waited an average of just 20 minutes to connect with a physician. The estimated system savings totaled $1.4 million, based on an average $475 cost per diverted ER visit multiplied by the total number of patients seen. All visits were covered under OHIP, with no additional fees to patients. In Alberta, Rocket Doctor has seen similar success across its broader platform, with over 12,000 patients seen in the past 3 months alone, entirely funded by provincial health insurance. More than 98% of these visits were resolved without requiring in-person care, and less than 1% were sent to the ER. 'We see so many patients in our rural, remote and even urban communities going to ED, often when they recognize that they could be seen outside the hospital.' Said Dr. William Cherniak, CEO of Rocket Doctor. 'There has been a lot of good content from the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians (CAEP) to recognize that we need to support patients to access healthcare where they see most appropriate. We often see patients choose an ED with low-acuity issues simply because of a lack of access to family doctors, or other accessible out-patient choices.' By leveraging smart triage and other digital tools, Rocket Doctor's ED Diversion Program and broader platform pairs patients with the right physician based on their needs, empowering physicians to order labs, imaging, make specialist referrals, or escalate care to in-person options when clinically necessary (although rare). Patients can also rebook with the same physician to ensure continuity of care, improving outcomes and reducing unnecessary visits. 'We are filling that gap by empowering physicians in a team-based cloud-enabled model of care with technological support to work at the top of their license within their clinical competencies digitally.' said Dr. Cherniak. 'We're building a system that gives patients a smarter entry point and gives physicians the tools to work independently, safely, and efficiently.' As staffing shortages and rural hospital disruptions continue to affect patients across Canada, Rocket Doctor and AI are offering hospitals and provincial systems a deployable, proven solution; one that reduces backlog, lowers system strain, and drives meaningful outcomes at scale. About AI Inc. AI is a company utilizing AI (artificial intelligence) and best clinical practices to positively improve the healthcare sector and impact current inefficiencies and challenges. With the input of hundreds of healthcare professionals globally, AI has built a comprehensive, personalized healthcare AI engine – the Global Library of Medicine (GLM). With more than 10,000 expert medical reviews, the GLM delivers tested clinical information and support to all healthcare professionals as well as providing recommended tests (physical and lab), imaging and billing codes. The GLM helps healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses or pharmacists) reduce their administrative burden; creates more time for needed face-to-face patient appointments; and enables greater consistency in quality of patient support. AI's GLM platform, through supporting healthcare professionals, allows for the inclusion of disenfranchised communities. Learn more at or contact [email protected] . About Rocket Doctor Inc. Rocket Doctor is a technology-driven digital health platform and marketplace that is breaking down obstacles that limit access to quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare. Our proprietary software equips doctors with the tools to run practices in virtual and hybridized in-person/virtual models of care, enabling them to provide tailored care to patients in rural and Northern communities across Canada and on Medicaid in the United States. Leveraging large language models, AI/ML and wireless medical devices, Rocket Doctor is bridging the healthcare divide, connecting patients to equitable and accessible virtual healthcare services regardless of age, location, or financial status. To learn more about Rocket Doctor's platform and services, visit (Canada) or (U.S.), or contact [email protected] . FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dr. Essam Hamza, CEO, AI Email: [email protected] Call: +1 (612) 788-8900 / Toll-Free USA/Canada: +1 (888) 788-8955 Dr. Bill Cherniak, CEO, Rocket Doctor Email: [email protected] Media inquiries: [email protected] Cautionary Statement This news release contains forward-looking statements that are based on AI's expectations, estimates and projections regarding its business and the economic environment in which it operates, including with respect to the implementation of its shareholder communications initiative and the timing thereof. Although believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to control or predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, and readers should not place undue reliance on such statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and undertakes no obligation to update them publicly to reflect new information or the occurrence of future events or circumstances unless otherwise required to do so by law. The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Toronto Star
31-07-2025
- Health
- Toronto Star
Rocket Doctor's Virtually-Enabled Emergency Department Diversion Program Reduces Strain on Overwhelmed Hospitals
Virtually-enabled Emergency Department (ED) at Georgian Bay General Hospital has successfully connected over 3,000 patients with MDs,with 97.5% managed virtually and only 1% redirected to the ED. The Ontario program has saved an estimated $1.4 million by diverting 3,065 patients from the ER between June 2022 and December 2024. This is based on an average of $475 per visit, using cost data from Scarborough Health Network and Canadian Institute for Health Information. In the last 3 months across Alberta, Rocket Doctor has facilitated 12,000+ patient visits with MDs, with 98% of cases resolved virtually and <1% sent to ED. The Rocket Doctor platform combines smart patient-provider matching, branded hospital intake pages, and flexible staffing models to support hospital partners Vancouver, BC, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF, Frankfurt: 939) ('Treatment') and its wholly owned digital health platform and marketplace, Rocket Doctor, are providing a scalable response to Canada's emergency department crisis with a data-backed diversion program. The program uses smart triage, provider infrastructure, and AI-enabled care to safely keep appropriate patients with low-acuity healthcare concerns out of overcrowded hospitals, while getting them the comprehensive out-patient care that they need, faster.
Hamilton Spectator
31-07-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Rocket Doctor's Virtually-Enabled Emergency Department Diversion Program Reduces Strain on Overwhelmed Hospitals
Vancouver, BC, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF, Frankfurt: 939) ('Treatment') and its wholly owned digital health platform and marketplace, Rocket Doctor, are providing a scalable response to Canada's emergency department crisis with a data-backed diversion program. The program uses smart triage, provider infrastructure, and AI-enabled care to safely keep appropriate patients with low-acuity healthcare concerns out of overcrowded hospitals, while getting them the comprehensive out-patient care that they need, faster. Across Canada, hospitals are facing unprecedented strain. Since 2019, emergency departments have experienced more than 1.14 million hours of closure , the equivalent of 47,500 lost days of emergency care. Ontario and Alberta have been hit especially hard, with rural ER closures and care disruptions becoming a regular occurrence. This reality has left communities with few options and patients in critical need of safe, timely alternatives. British Columbia is equally seeing regular ER closures throughout 2025, causing challenges for patients, healthcare systems and especially rural communities: BC is not Alone – Rural ER Crisis across Canada – BC Rural Health Network While in many cases a virtual-only system is not a replacement for in-person emergency care, Rocket Doctor's ED diversion program is helping to support hospitals and patients to fill a void in accessible care. The platform enables hospital systems to allow patients to self-select to reroute themselves to clinically appropriate, out-patient consultations, leveraging customized intake forms, real-time triage, and a flexible physician network, either from independent MDs on Rocket Doctor's platform, or the hospital's own staff. At Georgian Bay General Hospital in Ontario, the results speak for themselves. Between June 2022 and December 2024, more than 3,065 patients have been successfully managed through MDs on Rocket Doctor's platform, with 97% of patients treated virtually and only 1% redirected to the ER. Patients waited an average of just 20 minutes to connect with a physician. The estimated system savings totaled $1.4 million, based on an average $475 cost per diverted ER visit multiplied by the total number of patients seen. All visits were covered under OHIP, with no additional fees to patients. In Alberta, Rocket Doctor has seen similar success across its broader platform, with over 12,000 patients seen in the past 3 months alone, entirely funded by provincial health insurance. More than 98% of these visits were resolved without requiring in-person care, and less than 1% were sent to the ER. 'We see so many patients in our rural, remote and even urban communities going to ED, often when they recognize that they could be seen outside the hospital.' Said Dr. William Cherniak, CEO of Rocket Doctor. 'There has been a lot of good content from the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians (CAEP) to recognize that we need to support patients to access healthcare where they see most appropriate. We often see patients choose an ED with low-acuity issues simply because of a lack of access to family doctors, or other accessible out-patient choices.' By leveraging smart triage and other digital tools, Rocket Doctor's ED Diversion Program and broader platform pairs patients with the right physician based on their needs, empowering physicians to order labs, imaging, make specialist referrals, or escalate care to in-person options when clinically necessary (although rare). Patients can also rebook with the same physician to ensure continuity of care, improving outcomes and reducing unnecessary visits. 'We are filling that gap by empowering physicians in a team-based cloud-enabled model of care with technological support to work at the top of their license within their clinical competencies digitally.' said Dr. Cherniak. 'We're building a system that gives patients a smarter entry point and gives physicians the tools to work independently, safely, and efficiently.' As staffing shortages and rural hospital disruptions continue to affect patients across Canada, Rocket Doctor and AI are offering hospitals and provincial systems a deployable, proven solution; one that reduces backlog, lowers system strain, and drives meaningful outcomes at scale. About AI Inc. AI is a company utilizing AI (artificial intelligence) and best clinical practices to positively improve the healthcare sector and impact current inefficiencies and challenges. With the input of hundreds of healthcare professionals globally, AI has built a comprehensive, personalized healthcare AI engine - the Global Library of Medicine (GLM). With more than 10,000 expert medical reviews, the GLM delivers tested clinical information and support to all healthcare professionals as well as providing recommended tests (physical and lab), imaging and billing codes. The GLM helps healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses or pharmacists) reduce their administrative burden; creates more time for needed face-to-face patient appointments; and enables greater consistency in quality of patient support. AI's GLM platform, through supporting healthcare professionals, allows for the inclusion of disenfranchised communities. Learn more at or contact info@ . About Rocket Doctor Inc. Rocket Doctor is a technology-driven digital health platform and marketplace that is breaking down obstacles that limit access to quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare. Our proprietary software equips doctors with the tools to run practices in virtual and hybridized in-person/virtual models of care, enabling them to provide tailored care to patients in rural and Northern communities across Canada and on Medicaid in the United States. Leveraging large language models, AI/ML and wireless medical devices, Rocket Doctor is bridging the healthcare divide, connecting patients to equitable and accessible virtual healthcare services regardless of age, location, or financial status. To learn more about Rocket Doctor's platform and services, visit (Canada) or (U.S.), or contact media@ . FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dr. Essam Hamza, CEO, AI Email: ehamza@ Call: +1 (612) 788-8900 / Toll-Free USA/Canada: +1 (888) 788-8955 Dr. Bill Cherniak, CEO, Rocket Doctor Email: bill@ Media inquiries: media@ Cautionary Statement This news release contains forward-looking statements that are based on AI's expectations, estimates and projections regarding its business and the economic environment in which it operates, including with respect to the implementation of its shareholder communications initiative and the timing thereof. Although believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to control or predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, and readers should not place undue reliance on such statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and undertakes no obligation to update them publicly to reflect new information or the occurrence of future events or circumstances unless otherwise required to do so by law. The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Treatment.com AI and Rocket Doctor Celebrate Recognition from UC Berkeley, Harvard, and AARP for Leadership in Health Innovation
From classrooms to conferences, Rocket Doctor earns national spotlight for transforming virtual care delivery ●These accomplishments further position Rocket Doctor as a trusted, physician-led innovator in digital health, committed to reaching underserved communities with smarter, tech-enabled care. ●At UC Berkeley's Health Engine, Rocket Doctor was selected as part of a competitive, non-dilutive accelerator focused on high-impact healthcare startups. ●At Harvard University, Dr. Cherniak was invited by Halle Tecco to speak to medical and business students about how Rocket Doctor is transforming healthcare delivery through virtual care, AI, and connected devices. ●At the AARP AgeTech Conference, Dr. Cherniak shared Rocket Doctor's approach to improving care for Medicaid and Medicare patients across the U.S., emphasizing the platform's role in addressing access, equity, and scalability for older adults. TORONTO, ON, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI Inc. (CSE: TRUE, OTC: TREIF, Frankfurt: 939) ('Treatment') and its wholly owned virtual care platform, Rocket Doctor, are proud to announce that the company has recently been recognized by three of the most prestigious organizations in healthcare innovation: UC Berkeley's Health Engine, Harvard University, and the AARP AgeTech Accelerator. These distinctions reinforce Rocket Doctor's position as a leading voice in comprehensive virtual care and demonstrate growing recognition of its physician-led, tech-driven model for transforming access to healthcare. It also further underscores Rocket Doctor recently being awarded Clinical Innovator of the Year at the American Telemedicine Association's NEXUS 2025 Innovators Challenge. As part of UC Berkeley's Health Engine accelerator, Rocket Doctor joined a select cohort of healthtech founders building impactful solutions to today's most pressing healthcare challenges. The non-dilutive, remote-first program provided expert mentorship, academic partnership, and strategic support to help accelerate mission and vision, gaining access to some of the world's leading faculty in health policy and digital health, and further boosting its integration into the California ecosystem. Following the Health Engine program, Dr. Cherniak was invited to speak at Harvard University, guest lecturing in a course led by Halle Tecco, course Director at Harvard Medical School, Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, and founder of Rock Health. During the session, Dr. Cherniak shared the Rocket Doctor journey, detailing how the platform empowers physicians with AI-enabled tools and diagnostic devices to deliver care efficiently, virtually, and at scale, answering questions from the class and engaging in discussions around health policy and digital innovation. Dr. Cherniak was also invited to speak at the 2025 AARP AgeTech Conference, part of the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP, where he shared the Rocket Doctor story with a national audience of entrepreneurs, investors, and healthcare leaders. His presentation highlighted the company's innovative approach to delivering comprehensive physician-led care, with a particular focus on supporting Medicaid and Medicare patients across the United States. As part of the conference's thought leadership programming, Dr. Cherniak outlined how Rocket Doctor is using technology to reduce barriers to care, streamline access for underserved populations, and addressing the complex needs of aging Americans through scalable, virtual-first models. 'It's an incredible privilege to engage with institutions like UC Berkeley, Harvard, and AARP - each of which plays a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare,' said Dr. William Cherniak, CEO of Rocket Doctor. 'Being selected and invited by these organizations is a strong validation of our vision to make high-quality care radically more accessible through technology, AI, and physician leadership.' Through these platforms, Rocket Doctor continues to build meaningful relationships with innovators, researchers, and decision-makers across the health ecosystem, further accelerating its mission to transform care delivery in North America and beyond. About Rocket Doctor Inc. Rocket Doctor is a technology-driven digital health platform and marketplace that empowers doctors to build and manage their own virtual or hybrid practices. Its proprietary software and AI-powered tools enable providers to deliver high-quality comprehensive care remotely, with a focus on reaching underserved and remote communities across North America. By removing barriers to care and restoring physician autonomy, Rocket Doctor is redefining what modern healthcare looks like. Visit or contact media@ About AI Inc. AI is a company utilizing AI (artificial intelligence) and best clinical practices to positively improve the healthcare sector and impact current inefficiencies and challenges. With the input of hundreds of healthcare professionals globally, AI has built a comprehensive, personalized healthcare AI engine — the Global Library of Medicine (GLM). With more than 10,000 expert medical reviews, the GLM delivers tested clinical information and support to all healthcare professionals as well as providing recommended tests (physical and lab), imaging and billing codes. The GLM helps healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses or pharmacists) reduce their administrative burden; creates more time for needed face-to-face patient appointments; and enables greater consistency in quality of patient support. AI's GLM platform, through supporting healthcare professionals, allows for the inclusion of disenfranchised communities. Learn more at: or contact info@ FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dr. Essam Hamza, CEO – AI Inc. Email: ehamza@ Media inquiries: media@ Call: +1 (612) 788-8900 / Toll-Free USA/Canada: +1 (888) 788-8955 Cautionary Statement This news release contains forward-looking statements that are based on AI's expectations, estimates and projections regarding its business and the economic environment in which it operates, including with respect to the implementation of its shareholder communications initiative and the timing thereof. Although AI believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to control or predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, and readers should not place undue reliance on such statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and undertakes no obligation to update them publicly to reflect new information or the occurrence of future events or circumstances unless otherwise required to do so by law. The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
