Dr. Ryan A. Grant stands as a bold, future-shaping leader at the intersection of medicine, technology, and purpose. A Yale-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon, award-winning educator, prolific researcher, and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Grant has devoted his life to reimagining healthcare and medical education with courage, compassion, and conviction. He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vori Health, a groundbreaking, virtual-first medical practice that is revolutionizing musculoskeletal care across the country. Rooted in value-based principles and whole-person healing, Vori connects patients with a dedicated team—including non-operative physicians, health coach navigators, and physical therapists—focused on restoring health without rushing to surgery.
Under Dr.Grant’s leadership, Vori Health has become a national leader in clinical innovation, forming strategic partnerships with leading payers and employers and earning recognition as one of the most forward-thinking healthcare startups in America. His ventures have collectively raised over $300 million in capital, fueling growth and impact at scale.
Prior to Vori, Dr. Grant co-founded Nomad Health, the first digital marketplace for healthcare jobs, unlocking new possibilities for clinicians to deliver care on their terms—bringing flexibility, purpose, and reach to a strained healthcare workforce. Nomad Health has directly impacted millions of patients. An avid learner at heart, Dr. Grant has authored over 100 peer-reviewed research papers and abstracts spanning neurosurgery, oncology, genomics, and digital health. His expertise extends to medical device innovation, systems redesign, and mentorship—shaping students and residents into future changemakers. His proudest moments are often outside the spotlight, such as mentoring students and giving back to the community. He holds degrees from some of the most respected institutions in the world: a BS and MS from the University of Michigan, an MD from the University of Pennsylvania, a neurosurgery residency and complex spine fellowship at Yale University, and an MBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Dr. Grant’s leadership and impact have been recognized through numerous national awards, including:
• Pioneer in Patient-Centered Care Delivery – Health & Wellness Fluxx Award (2025)
• Most Influential CEO in Integrated Care – CEO Monthly (2025)
• Best Patient Experience Solution Provider – MedTech Breakthrough Award (2025)
• Top 50 Value-Based Care Thinkers – Pearl Health (2024)
• Excellence in Medicine Award – Orthopaedic Foundation (2023)
• Top Doctors in America, Top 100 Healthcare Leaders, and multiple listings in Marquis Who’s Who
• Vori Health honored as one of America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces (2025) and Top 100 Digital Health Startups (2022–2025)
At the core of Dr. Grant’s philosophy is a single, powerful question: “How can the team be supported to reach its fullest potential?” Whether in the operating room, the boardroom, or the classroom, Dr. Grant fosters a culture of excellence, empathy, and unrelenting curiosity. He leads with heart, inspires with vision, and builds environments where people can thrive, innovate, and lead. Through his work, he is not just transforming healthcare—he is helping to build a smarter, more human future for generations to come.