How Doximity Built a $9B Monopoly Doctors Actually Love | The Full Story

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Jan 21, 2026

Discover the remarkable journey of Doximity, the 'LinkedIn for Doctors' that now serves 80% of US physicians. Learn how its founder, Jeff Tangney, transitioned from creating an early medical app to launching a platform that thrives amid outdated healthcare practices. The podcast reveals how COVID-19 skyrocketed its usage, transforming telehealth, and explores strategic acquisitions like Curative and Pathway to enhance AI capabilities. The discussion also touches on the challenges and controversies Doximity faces in the evolving healthcare landscape.

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INSIGHT

Solve Real Workflow Pain For Doctors

Doximity built a monopoly by solving doctors' real workflow pains rather than copying generic social networks.
They focused on verified professional connections, HIPAA compliance, and habit-forming clinical tools.

ANECDOTE

Palm Pilots Spark Early Medical Apps

Jeff Tangney, Richard Fedoten and Tom Lee built Hippocrates on Palm Pilots to put drug references in clinicians' pockets.
They partnered with Pfizer to distribute devices and jumpstart adoption among physicians.

ADVICE

Hire Only For Real Business Need

Hire because the business needs the role, not to satisfy investor expectations.
Prioritize talent density that sustains the company through downturns.

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