Lyft says Callahan will spearhead the medical side of their ride share program. Currently Lyft partners with nine healthcare corporations in all 50 states, and 10 non-emergency medical transit companies.
Uber, is also expanding their medical programs with new hires. Uber snagged one of Lyft’s former health professionals, and hired outsider Aaron Crowell to lead Uber Health. Uber Health’s main mission, which was announced earlier this year, is to help patients get to appointments on time.
“Every year, 3.6 million Americans miss doctor appointments due to a lack of reliable transportation.* No-show rates are as high as 30% nationwide.** And while transportation barriers are common across the general population, these barriers are greatest for vulnerable populations, including patients with the highest burden of chronic disease.”
