Pelago
YC W18New York City, US · Founded 2017 · 180 employees · Hiring · 8 known investors
Pelago is a virtual clinic that partners with employers and health plans to provide substance use disorder treatment and management services. The platform offers individual and discreet treatment for individuals struggling with substance misuse, from unhealthy habits to clinical substance use disorders.
Also known as Quit Genius
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W18)
Pelago was founded in 2017 by Yusuf Sherwani, Sarim Siddiqui, and Maroof Ahmed.
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Sarim SiddiquiinFounder/Chief Medical OfficerSarim Siddiqui is a co-founder of Pelago Health and holds an MD degree.
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Investors · 8
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$58M disclosed across 1 round · 2024
- $58MSeries CMar 2024 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
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Exclusive: SUD Provider Pelago Pivots to Behavioral Health with New Bot - Behavioral Health Businessbhbusiness.com · Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Pelago do?
- Pelago is a virtual clinic that partners with employers and health plans to provide substance use disorder treatment and management services. The platform offers individual and discreet treatment for individuals struggling with substance misuse, from unhealthy habits to clinical substance use disorders.
- Who founded Pelago?
- Pelago was founded by Yusuf Sherwani, Sarim Siddiqui, Maroof Ahmed in 2017.
- Who are Pelago's investors?
- Pelago's investors include AAF Management Ltd., Cade Ventures, GreyMatter, Kinnevik, Octopus Ventures, SemperVirens Venture Capital, Village Global, Y Combinator.
- How much funding has Pelago raised?
- Pelago has disclosed $58M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Pelago headquartered?
- Pelago is headquartered in New York City, US.