#266 ZocDoc is Renting You Your Patients

#266 ZocDoc is Renting You Your Patients

May 4, 2026 · 5 min

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Gary Bird discusses the risks of relying on Zocdoc for patient acquisition and the importance of building long-term patient loyalty.

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