Oak Street Health Executive Vin Varma Joins Podimetrics to Lead Patient Experience and Operations

SOMERVILLE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Podimetrics, a leading company specializing in complex diabetes solutions, has announced the appointment of Vin Varma as Chief Experience Officer. Varma is a seasoned executive in consumer experience and operations, recognized for implementing best practices from world-class service organizations into mid and late-stage startups. In his new role at Podimetrics, Varma will oversee patient experience, clinical services, and operational functions throughout the company.

"We are excited about the experience and passion that Vin brings to our team," said Jon Bloom, M.D., Chief Executive Officer. "His background in the healthcare and financial services sectors provides a unique perspective that will assist us as we scale and grow, while ensuring that the patient experience remains at the center of everything we do."

Prior to joining Podimetrics, Varma held senior leadership positions across various industries, including healthcare, travel, and financial services. He previously served as Chief Experience Officer at Oak Street Health, where he managed patient experience and service operations. At UnitedHealthcare, he worked as Vice President of Omnichannel Service, leading member and provider experience across both digital and voice channels. Earlier in his career, he directed Product Strategy and Customer Experience at American Express Global Business Travel and held operational roles at American Express, Standard Chartered, and Bank of America in India.

“I am honored to join Podimetrics in advancing our mission to empower individuals living with complex diabetes to live healthier, more fulfilling lives,” said Varma. “The need for innovative, patient-centered solutions in this space is urgent, and I look forward to helping the team expand our reach, improve outcomes, and continue saving both limbs and lives.”

Vin earned his MBA from Ohio State University and is a practitioner of Design Thinking, which he has applied in innovation, service design, and startup consulting. He has guest lectured at Rutgers Business School and mentors emerging leaders and rural entrepreneurs in India.

About Podimetrics

Podimetrics provides a virtual care solution combining advanced remote monitoring with personalized support, empowering individuals with complex diabetes to reduce complications, lower costs, and improve outcomes. Our approach begins with diabetic foot health and addresses the broader health challenges faced by people with diabetes. At the core of our solution is the SmartMat™—a scientifically validated technology integrating clinical intelligence and real-time monitoring to detect complications before they start. By enabling timely, targeted interventions, we help payors, providers, and patients prevent serious complications, saving lives and limbs.