Rocket Doctor Announces Maryland Expansion and Strategic Appointment of New Medical Lead
Rhea-AI Summary
Rocket Doctor AI (OTC:AIRDF) launched patient care operations in Maryland after securing in-network coverage with Medicaid and Medicare and has appointed Dr. Suzanne Caccamese as Maryland Medical Lead.
The company’s digital health platform is now delivering care via board-certified, in-state physicians as part of its U.S. expansion into underserved, high-demand markets.
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- Medicaid and Medicare in-network established in Maryland
- First patients now being seen through Maryland operations
- Local clinical leadership added with Dr. Suzanne Caccamese appointment
- Platform live with board-certified, in-state physicians delivering care
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- No disclosed commercial payer coverage yet; commercial partnerships are still under development
- Scope limited to an initial cohort; statewide scale and timing remain unspecified
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- Maryland operations advancing with first patients seen following recent Medicaid and Medicare in-network expansion
- Dr. Suzanne Caccamese has been appointed Maryland Medical Lead, bringing clinical training from Penn State College of Medicine and academic and clinical leadership experience from Towson University, MedStar and the University of Maryland
- The expansion underscores Rocket Doctor’s U.S. growth strategy, advancing access to high-quality, technology-enabled care in underserved and high-demand markets
Vancouver, BC, April 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocket Doctor AI Inc. (CSE: AIDR, OTC: AIRDF, Frankfurt: 939) (“Rocket Doctor AI”) today announced that doctors using its wholly owned digital health platform and marketplace have officially commenced patient care operations in Maryland, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s continued expansion across key U.S. healthcare markets. This launch builds on recent progress establishing in-network coverage with Medicaid and Medicare in the state, and reflects Rocket Doctor’s broader strategy to improve access to high-quality, technology-enabled care for underserved populations. Coinciding with this operational milestone, the Company has appointed Dr. Suzanne Caccamese as Maryland Medical Lead, who will oversee clinical excellence and support the growth of Rocket Doctor’s physician network across the state.
Following its News Release in Q4 2025 outlining in-network expansion with Medicaid and Medicare in Maryland, the first cohort of patients are now being seen. Rocket Doctor’s platform is now actively delivering care through its initial group of board-certified, in-state physicians, with additional payer partnerships under development to further expand access across both public and commercial populations.
Dr. Caccamese’s appointment marks an important step in establishing local clinical leadership as Rocket Doctor begins seeing patients across the state. As Maryland Medical Lead, Dr. Caccamese will oversee clinical operations across the state, support physician recruitment and onboarding, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. She also currently serves as Medical Director at Towson University, where she leads student health services and initiatives focused on improving access for diverse patient populations.
“Rocket Doctor represents a meaningful evolution in how care can be delivered,” said Dr. Suzanne Caccamese. “I’ve seen firsthand the barriers many patients face in accessing timely care, and I’m excited to help build a model that improves access while maintaining strong clinical standards.”
Dr. Caccamese previously practiced as a primary care physician in internal medicine at the University of Maryland, where she delivered comprehensive care and supported coordination across complex patient populations. Her experience spans clinical practice, academic medicine, and healthcare leadership, with a consistent focus on access, quality, and innovation.
“Our expansion into Maryland is about bringing timely, accessible care to more patients who need it,” said Dr. William Cherniak, Co-Founder and CEO of Rocket Doctor Inc. “With Dr. Caccamese’s leadership and deep experience in the local healthcare landscape, we’re building a strong foundation to deliver high-quality care and improve outcomes across the state.”
Rocket Doctor’s growth in Maryland reflects its broader strategy to establish strong local clinical leadership while integrating its platform into leading healthcare markets. By combining physician-led care with digital infrastructure, the Company continues to advance its mission to improve access, continuity, and quality of care for underserved populations, and looks forward to sharing additional Maryland-related developments in the near future.
About Rocket Doctor AI Inc.
Rocket Doctor AI Inc. delivers physician-built, AI-powered solutions designed to make high-quality healthcare accessible throughout the entire patient journey. A cornerstone of the company’s proprietary technology is the Global Library of Medicine (GLM), a clinically validated decision support system developed with input from hundreds of physicians worldwide.
Alongside the GLM is Rocket Doctor Inc, and its AI-powered digital health platform and marketplace. Having helped empower over 300 MDs to provide care to more than 700,000 patient visits, our proprietary technology software and systems enable doctors to independently launch and manage their own virtual or hybrid in-person practices - improving efficiency, restoring autonomy to MDs, and expanding patient access to care.
By reducing administrative burdens and ensuring greater consistency in care, our technology creates more time for meaningful physician-patient interactions. We are committed to reaching underserved, rural, and remote communities in Canada who often lack access to family doctors and supporting patients on Medicaid and Medicare in the United States. With advanced AI, large language models, and connected medical devices, Rocket Doctor AI is redefining modern healthcare - making it more scalable, equitable, and patient-centered.
To learn more about Rocket Doctor AI Inc’s products and services, contact:
www.rocketdoctor.ai or email: info@rocketdoctor.ai
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Dr. Essam Hamza, CEO, Rocket Doctor AI
essam.hamza@rocketdoctor.ai
Dr. Bill Cherniak, CEO, Rocket Doctor Inc.
bill@rocketdoctor.io
For media inquiries, contact: media@rocketdoctor.ai
Call: +1 (778) 819 8321
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