The healthcare technology sector and the community of Boca Raton, Florida, are grieving the sudden and unexpected loss of Brian Boyd, Chief Revenue Officer at Modernizing Medicine (ModMed). Boyd, a respected leader and industry veteran has passed away, leaving behind a deep sense of shock and sorrow among colleagues, friends, and family.
Widely recognized for his strategic vision, leadership, and integrity, Boyd played a pivotal role at ModMed, where he served as CRO since 2019. With more than two decades of experience in technology and services, he brought a wealth of knowledge and passion to the company’s mission of transforming healthcare through innovative, specialty-specific solutions.
Boyd was instrumental in scaling ModMed’s sales operations during a period of rapid growth and evolution. He led the company’s sales, business development, and operations teams, aligning revenue strategies with emerging needs in the health IT space. Under his leadership, ModMed continued to expand its national footprint and strengthen its relationships across medical specialties.
When his appointment as CRO was first announced in July 2019, ModMed highlighted Boyd’s ability to guide complex organizations through growth and transformation. “We are proud to welcome Brian Boyd to our leadership team,” the company stated at the time. “His extensive experience and vision will help Modernizing Medicine continue its mission to improve healthcare outcomes.”
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Boyd is remembered as a thoughtful, kind-hearted individual — a mentor, a family man, and a friend to many. Those who worked closely with him describe him as someone who led with both intelligence and compassion, known for his calm presence, keen insight, and unwavering dedication.
His sudden passing has left a profound void not only within ModMed’s leadership ranks but across the broader healthcare technology industry, where Boyd was widely respected and admired.
As the company and community come to terms with his loss, tributes have poured in from colleagues, clients, and industry peers — all underscoring the lasting impact Boyd had on those around him.