Birches Health wins Best Telehealth Platform in MedTech Breakthrough Awards

Birches Health has been named the “Best Telehealth Platform” of 2026 by the annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards, which recognizes the top companies, platforms, and innovations shaping the future of healthcare and medical technology.

The award recognizes Birches Health's work expanding access to specialized virtual treatment for gambling disorder and other behavioral addictions across the United States. By utilizing the top systems in modern telehealth technology, Birches Health provides confidential, insurance-covered care designed specifically for individuals struggling with sports betting, online gambling and related compulsive behaviors. Treatment effectiveness and clinical outcomes are measured and validated by third party researchers, then shared publicly here.

“Birches Health was founded to make specialized behavioral addiction care more accessible, effective, and approachable for people who often struggle to find the right support. This recognition from MedTech Breakthrough validates the impact that virtual care can have in reaching people earlier and helping them regain control of their lives. We’re incredibly honored by this award and even more motivated to continue expanding access to high-quality care nationwide.”

-Cynthia Grant, VP of Clinical at Birches Health

Each year, the MedTech Breakthrough Awards recognize and celebrate the world’s most outstanding offerings in medical technology, ranging from patient engagement, healthcare cybersecurity and robotics to AI-powered diagnostics, telemedicine, wearable health devices and more.

Congratulations all fellow 2026 MedTech Breakthrough Award winners!