Dr. Sarah Matt is a visionary leader at the forefront of healthcare technology, driving innovation in remote surgery and AI-powered healthcare solutions. As Chief Strategy Officer at Sovato, she is revolutionizing how surgical expertise is delivered, ensuring that distance is no longer a barrier to life-saving care. With a unique blend of clinical expertise and business acumen, Dr. Matt is shaping the future of digital health by bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world patient outcomes.
A trained surgeon turned health tech executive, Dr. Matt has built a career transforming healthcare through innovation. From startups to hyperscale enterprises, she has led the development of solutions that enhance patient access, optimize clinical workflows, and improve provider satisfaction. Her work has spanned EMR advancements, clinical AI applications, and real-time collaboration tools, making her a sought-after voice in the industry.
Dr. Matt is a recognized thought leader, frequently speaking at global healthcare and technology conferences, including VIVE, HIMSS, and Nvidia GTC. Her expertise in AI, digital transformation, and healthcare strategy makes her a trusted advisor to organizations navigating the complexities of modern medicine. She is especially passionate about reducing bias in AI, enhancing patient personalization, remote robotic surgery, and reimagining clinical trial recruitment.
Beyond her executive role, Dr. Matt remains deeply committed to hands-on patient care, providing chronic care management to underserved populations and serving as a volunteer firefighter in her local community. She sits on the UT McCombs MBA Advisory Board, mentoring the next generation of healthcare and business leaders. Dr. Matt is an Associate Clinical Professor at Upstate Medical University where she is seen teaching case study course to MS1s.
Dr. Matt holds a BS in Biology from Cornell University, an MBA from the UT McCombs School of Business, and an MD from Upstate Medical University. With her unparalleled ability to merge clinical experience, business strategy, and technological innovation, she is shaping the future of healthcare, one breakthrough at a time.