Dr. Joe Corcoran: The CMO You Want To Know
Championing Patient Rights, Performance Health, & Healthcare Transparency
Meet Dr. Joe Corcoran – America’s Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Joe Corcoran is a physician, former Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and nationally recognized advocate for patient rights, healthcare transparency, and human performance in high-stakes environments. For over two decades, he has operated on both sides of the healthcare system—first as an award-winning OB/GYN and later as a top-ranked hospital executive—bringing clarity and compassion to patients navigating one of life’s most complex systems.
As a practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Joe managed the wellness of thousands of women, delivering babies and performing critical surgeries. He was voted “Best Doctor” or “Best OB/GYN” in his community four times and became known for his ability to break down complex medical information so patients could make informed, confident decisions.
After a career-ending injury and long personal recovery, Dr. Joe transitioned into leadership, serving as CMO at hospitals across Florida, California, and Nevada. In this role, he championed quality of care, patient safety, and ethical oversight—eventually being named one of the “Top 100 CMOs to Know” nationwide by industry leaders.
In 2023, Dr. Corcoran played a pivotal role in the landmark Take Care of Maya trial (Kowalski v. Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital), where his expert testimony helped expose institutional failures within a $10 billion healthcare system. His insights were key in securing a $261 million verdict for the Kowalski family, spotlighting his unwavering commitment to advocacy, accountability, and justice in healthcare.
Today, Dr. Joe is a trusted voice in the national conversation around medicine, performance, and public health. Through media appearances—including Fox News, major network affiliates, and national print outlets—his YouTube channel, speaking engagements, and writing, he helps families and professionals make sense of the evolving medical landscape.
He also brings a unique focus on human optimization, drawing lessons from military medicine, aerospace physiology, and peak performance science to help people perform their best—whether on the battlefield, in the boardroom, or during personal health crises.
Dr. Joe lives in Tampa, FL with his wife Patti, a restaurateur, and their beloved rescue dog Charlie. They have two thriving college-aged children and enjoy boating, traveling, and cycling. When not working or teaching, Dr. Joe can often be found logging miles on one of his road bikes.
“The healthcare system is complicated. It’s powerful. But that doesn’t mean you have to feel powerless. My goal is to help you advocate for yourself and your family—because knowledge is the best defense.”
— Dr. Joe Corcoran
Dr. Corcoran’s Background & Expertise
Dr. Corcoran’s insights are helping to reshape the conversation around patient rights, medical accountability, and hospital oversight. Stay connected to learn more about his work, upcoming projects, and how you can take control of your healthcare journey.
Medical Training: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Nova-Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Davie, FL)
Leadership: Served as CMO across multiple states, overseeing hospital operations, quality of care, and patient safety
Medical Ethics & Advocacy: Focus on transparency, patient rights, and the intersection of healthcare and legal systems
Public Speaking & Media: Featured in high-profile legal cases, interviews, and expert panels