How Dr. Rada Sumareva Is Solving Telemedicine’s Biggest Limitation: The Physical Exam

Telemedicine expanded rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a new level of access to care — especially for seniors, rural populations, and underserved communities.But as adoption has matured, one major limitation has become clear:You can’t perform a physical exam through a screen.In this episode of Healthcare Algorhythm, Dr. Will Strimel sits down with Dr. Rada Sumareva, CEO of ZiphyCare, to explore how her company is addressing what may be the missing piece in telehealth.ZiphyCare has developed a hybrid model that combines on-site clinical support with remote physicians, enabling full physical exams — including heart and lung auscultation, EKGs, imaging, and more — to be performed anywhere, from a patient’s home to community-based pop-up clinics. Their platform captures and stores rich clinical data, allowing for objective tracking over time, improved care coordination, and even predictive analytics.In this conversation, Dr. Sumareva shares the journey of building this technology, from early development through real-world deployment during COVID-19 and even in international settings.Topics include:Why telemedicine adoption has plateauedThe limitations of traditional virtual visitsHow remote physical exams can expand access to careThe role of data in improving continuity and coordinationChallenges across patients, providers, and payersUse cases in home care, community clinics, and hospital systemsThe future of telehealth in value-based care modelsDr. Sumareva also discusses how ZiphyCare is addressing critical barriers like technology literacy, reimbursement, and workflow integration.This episode highlights a key insight:The future of telemedicine may not be fully virtual — but hybrid.Key Topics CoveredTelemedicine limitations and adoption challengesRemote physical exam technologyHybrid care delivery modelsData-driven clinical decision makingAccess to care in underserved populationsIntegration with healthcare systems and payersGuest BioDr. Rada Sumareva is the CEO of ZiphyCare, a healthcare technology company focused on enabling remote physical exams through a hybrid care model.With a background in clinical care, healthcare operations, and quality improvement, she has worked extensively on initiatives aimed at improving access to care for underserved and high-risk populations.Under her leadership, ZiphyCare has developed a patented platform that combines in-person clinical support with remote physician oversight, enabling comprehensive, data-rich telemedicine encounters.Guest LinksZiphyCare https://ziphycare.com