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Locata

YC S25

New York City, US · Founded 2025 · 4 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors

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Locata builds software for primary care clinics to manage patient referrals and care coordination using AI, reducing administrative burden and improving care continuity. The platform helps clinics track patient journeys across the healthcare system and close gaps in care.

Also known as Locata AI, Inc. · Locata AI

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechSaaSUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S25)

Locata was founded in 2025 by Alejandro Salinas and Joshua Chang.

ASAlejandro Salinas
Alejandro SalinasFounderAlejandro Salinas is co-founder of Locata and holds a BS in Computer Science from Stanford, where he conducted AI research at Stanford Medicine. He previously worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Meta Reality Labs developing AI features for wearable products and holds an AI patent.
JCJoshua Chang
Joshua ChangCo-founder · Co-CEOJoshua Chang holds degrees in Computer Science from Stanford and worked as a software engineer at Google developing AI products. He is co-founder of Locata.
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Investors · 4

GoodFin Venturesreported

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YAR VenturesreportedSunnyvale

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What does Locata do?
Locata builds software for primary care clinics to manage patient referrals and care coordination using AI, reducing administrative burden and improving care continuity. The platform helps clinics track patient journeys across the healthcare system and close gaps in care.
Who founded Locata?
Locata was founded by Alejandro Salinas, Joshua Chang in 2025.
Who are Locata's investors?
Locata's investors include Y Combinator, GoodFin Ventures, Sequoia Capital, YAR Ventures.
Where is Locata headquartered?
Locata is headquartered in New York City, US.