Cardiologist named chief medical officer of wearable tech company Whoop

A prominent cardiologist with deep ties to digital health regulation has just taken the helm at Whoop, one of the most popular wearable tech companies. For health-conscious families already concerned about the proliferation of wireless devices, this appointment raises important questions about the intersection of medical credibility and constant-contact technology.

What This Appointment Means

Dr. Ami B. Bhatt, who previously served as chief innovation officer of the American College of Cardiology and chaired the FDA's Digital Health Advisory Committee, is now chief medical officer at Whoop. The company's devices offer 24/7 health monitoring through wrist-worn wearables that track heart rhythms, blood pressure estimates, and other biomarkers—all transmitted wirelessly to your smartphone.

Whoop's founder Will Ahmed stated they're "entering a new era where every person can have a continuous 24/7 understanding of their health." But for parents weighing the benefits of health tracking against potential EMF exposure, that "continuous" aspect is worth examining. These devices maintain constant Bluetooth connections to function, adding another source of radiofrequency radiation to your family's daily exposure.

The Regulatory Context You Should Know

Notably, the FDA sent Whoop a warning letter in 2025 regarding its blood pressure monitoring feature, arguing the devices needed specific medical device approvals. While Dr. Bhatt's medical credentials may bolster consumer confidence, the regulatory scrutiny highlights how these devices blur the line between wellness gadgets and medical equipment—all while maintaining constant wireless contact with your body.

For families trying to minimize EMF exposure, wearables present a unique challenge. Unlike cell towers that you can potentially shield against with specialized paint, wrist-worn devices are by definition in direct contact with skin. While proponents argue the health benefits outweigh concerns, and many EMF fears lack scientific support, the decision to add another 24/7 wireless transmitter to your household deserves careful consideration—especially for children whose developing bodies may be more vulnerable to environmental exposures.

With over 2.5 million paying subscribers and $575 million in recent funding from major healthcare players including Mayo Clinic, Whoop represents where consumer health technology is heading: always on, always transmitting, and increasingly medicalized.

Originally reported by Cardiovascular Business