The healthcare industry relies heavily on database solutions for protecting sensitive data and ensuring consistent performance. For decades, Oracle was the go-to choice due to its consistency and ability to handle complex backend systems. However, with the rise of distributed SQL databases like CockroachDB, healthcare companies now have a more flexible option that offers high levels of consistency while supporting horizontal scaling. This allows for easier migration to cloud environments, expansion into new regions, and greater control over when to scale without manual sharding burdens.