Docbot
AcquiredYC W19Los Angeles, US · 5 known investors
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228 people in our graph share verified history with the Docbot team — schools, employers, funds. One of them is your warm intro.
Richard Heymanunlockedknows William Karnes · together at University of Minnesota (overlapped)
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×5knows the team · via California State University, Long Beach
Docbot developed AI-powered software for gastroenterology, using computer vision to detect polyps and assist diagnosis during endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W19)
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William KarnesinFounderWilliam Karnes founded Docbot, which develops AI software to assist with documentation and quality assurance in endoscopic procedures for colorectal cancer prevention.
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Andrew NinhinFounderAndrew Ninh co-founded Docbot, a VC-backed startup that developed AI-powered software for gastroenterology to assist with endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. He is currently working on a startup focused on value-based payments for specialty pharmacy.
Investors · 5
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountseries AMay 2021 · 2 sources
Khosla Ventures (lead)
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2019 | $225K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Docbot do?
- Docbot developed AI-powered software for gastroenterology, using computer vision to detect polyps and assist diagnosis during endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures.
- Who founded Docbot?
- Docbot was founded by Tyler Dao, William Karnes, Andrew Ninh.
- Who are Docbot's investors?
- Docbot's investors include Boutique Venture Partners, Y Combinator, Bold Capital Partners, Collaborative Fund, Khosla Ventures.
- Where is Docbot headquartered?
- Docbot is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.




