George Barakat is the Founder and CEO of MedWorks™ Inc., a pioneering health technology company driven by a fundamental belief: healthcare should meet people wherever they are in life. With a “patient-first, technology-enabled” vision, George and his team leverage innovative digital solutions and AI-powered coordination to create seamless, compassionate healthcare experiences—whether patients are at home, on their devices, or traveling across international borders. In 2025, George led MedWorks’ strategic partnership with Esencia Médica, transforming the Travel Assured program from virtual-only consultations into a comprehensive hybrid healthcare model that truly serves travelers’ needs. The ambitious plan targets 50 clinic locations across Mexico by February 2028, spanning beloved tourist destinations and major metropolitan centers. This expansion reflects George’s signature approach: listening to real market needs and building technology-integrated solutions that create value for both consumers and B2B partners, including travel agencies, tour operators, and insurance providers. George founded and served as CEO of Jack Nathan Health® (2005-2021), pioneering the retail healthcare model that brought accessible care into communities across North America. He built the company from the ground up to 80+ clinics across Canada and Mexico, servicing over 2 million patients through meaningful partnerships with Walmart, Loblaws, Kroger, and CVS. Previously, as President and CEO of Laila’s Inc., he developed deep expertise in building lasting global retail relationships over 38 years.
George Barakat
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