With top talent from MDLive and Teladoc, Blueberry is poised to transform pediatric healthcare with AI-powered telehealth.
Blueberry Pediatrics, the 24/7 AI-enabled pediatric care company redefining how families access healthcare, today announced a major expansion of its leadership team, reinforcing its position as a trailblazer in the digital pediatric care market.
- Rich Berner, former CEO of MDLive and a pioneer in AI-driven healthcare, joins as Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive experience in scaling virtual care solutions.
- Mike Waters, former COO of Teladoc Health, steps in as Executive Chairman, strengthening Blueberry’s operational capabilities and industry relationships.
- Harrison Gordon, Co-Founder and former CEO, transitions to President, ensuring continuity of vision and innovation.
This evolution marks a pivotal moment for Blueberry Pediatrics. After years refining its unique model—pediatrician-led care powered by proprietary AI—Blueberry is ready to scale and set a new standard for how families access expert pediatric care around the clock.
“This is a transformational moment for Blueberry,” said Harrison Gordon, President and Co-Founder. “We’ve proven our model works—families get faster, more effective, and more affordable care with an exceptional experience. Now, with Rich and Mike onboard, we’re ready to lead the next era of pediatric healthcare.”
Rich Berner previously led MDLive, where he launched one of the first AI-enabled healthcare chatbots and virtual primary care platforms, improving outcomes while lowering costs. His work helped drive MDLive’s acquisition by Cigna. At Blueberry, he will lead the company’s next phase of national growth.
“Blueberry has built one of the most advanced, effective AI-enabled pediatric care models in the market,” said Rich Berner, incoming CEO. “Combining real-time pediatrician access with AI-powered tools is the key to driving better outcomes at lower costs while delivering wordclass experiences for families and clinicians alike. I’m thrilled to join this mission driven team.”
Mike Waters brings decades of healthcare leadership, including his tenure at Teladoc Health, where he scaled operations to serve millions of patients. As Executive Chairman, he will focus on operational excellence and industry partnerships.
“Parents deserve access to high-quality healthcare for their children—no matter where they live or what they can afford,” said Mike Waters. “Blueberry is uniquely positioned to deliver on that promise, and I’m excited to help expand its reach.”
The Board of Directors unanimously approved these appointments, signaling Blueberry’s commitment to building a world-class leadership team to deliver the next generation of pediatric telehealth.
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