Alfie was an AI-powered clinical decision support platform for obesity and metabolic health management that analyzed patient medical history to recommend evidence-based treatment strategies. The company has been acquired by knownwell and is no longer operating independently.
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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)
Alfie was founded in 2022 by Alexander Singh and Hasan Syed.
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Alexander SinghinFounderAlexander Singh cofounded and led Alfie Health, a weight loss company that was acquired by Knownwell. He is currently an investment partner at Pioneer Fund and venture partner at Not Yet Ventures.
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Hasan SyedinFounder
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Vida Health3 shared keywordsVida Health delivers personalized, human-centered digital health care addressing both physical and mental health. The company serves health plans, employers, and patients through virtual care, care coordination, and health management solutions.
Levels Health3 shared keywordsLevels is a metabolic health app that helps users monitor how diet and lifestyle affect their body through glucose tracking, meal logging, and personalized health data analysis. The platform serves individuals seeking to improve energy, appetite, and long-term metabolic health through real-time insights and behavioral guidance.
Virta Health3 shared keywordsVirta Health offers a personalized nutrition program and digital health platform to help people reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity. The company serves individuals with metabolic diseases, combining clinical protocols with technology support.
Carbon Health3 shared keywordsCarbon Health operates a chain of clinics offering urgent care, primary care, and chronic condition management, combining technology with in-person care to provide broader access to health services. It serves patients seeking everyday healthcare across acute, primary, and chronic needs.
Alyf3 shared keywordsAlyf develops AI-native heart care technology built by physicians to surface hidden cardiac signals and guide clinical action. The platform is currently deployed with leading medical centers and expanding access through 2026-2027.
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- What does Alfie do?
- Alfie was an AI-powered clinical decision support platform for obesity and metabolic health management that analyzed patient medical history to recommend evidence-based treatment strategies. The company has been acquired by knownwell and is no longer operating independently.
- Who founded Alfie?
- Alfie was founded by Alexander Singh, Hasan Syed in 2022.
- Who are Alfie's investors?
- Alfie's investors include Lighthouse Network Ventures Llc, Y Combinator, Goodwater Capital, Nina Capital.
- Who acquired Alfie?
- Alfie was acquired by Knownwell.
- Where is Alfie headquartered?
- Alfie is headquartered in New York City, US.