Locata
YC S25New York City, US · Founded 2025 · 4 employees · Hiring · 1 known investors
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
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S25)
Locata was founded in 2025 by Alejandro Salinas and Joshua Chang.
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Alejandro SalinasinFounderAlejandro 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.
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Joshua ChanginCo-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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Frequently asked questions
- 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.
- Where is Locata headquartered?
- Locata is headquartered in New York City, US.