"Doctolib Faces Challenges in International Expansion"

French healthcare start-up Doctolib, known for its online appointment booking system, has struggled to replicate its domestic success in Germany due to the country's fragmented federal system and entrenched practice management systems. Despite these challenges, Doctolib is investing heavily to overcome barriers and capitalize on the significant market opportunity in Germany, driven by an aging population and doctor shortages. Lessons from Germany are being applied to other markets like Italy, with potential future expansion into the UK.