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Ankr Health

YC W22

San Francisco, US · Founded 2022 · 30 employees · Hiring · 2 known investors

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Ankr provides patient care coordination and communication services that deliver clinical results same-day and enable direct doctor-patient communication outside standard clinic hours. The platform is designed for patients seeking streamlined healthcare interactions without repetitive form-filling.

Also known as Medconsult LLC

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechGenerative AITelehealthB2BTelemedicineUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

Ankr Health was founded in 2022 by Arpit Rao and Shivani Rao.

ARArpit Rao
Arpit RaoFounderArpit Rao is an oncologist with experience leading research projects and obtaining FDA approvals for cancer therapeutics. He founded Ankr Health after witnessing a patient experience a preventable brain bleed due to inadequate home blood pressure monitoring.
SRShivani Rao
Shivani RaoFounderShivani Rao previously managed operations at subspecialty clinics generating $135 million in annual revenue and directed telehealth implementation at a major health system.
HS
Harindranathan SruthiHR Manager

Investors · 2

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Ankr Health do?
Ankr provides patient care coordination and communication services that deliver clinical results same-day and enable direct doctor-patient communication outside standard clinic hours. The platform is designed for patients seeking streamlined healthcare interactions without repetitive form-filling.
Who founded Ankr Health?
Ankr Health was founded by Arpit Rao, Shivani Rao in 2022.
Who are Ankr Health's investors?
Ankr Health's investors include WorldQuant Ventures, Y Combinator.
Where is Ankr Health headquartered?
Ankr Health is headquartered in San Francisco, US.