Hippocrates VC

Hippocrates is a physician-funded venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage digital health startups. The firm's core approach centers on leveraging capital from medical professionals to back companies developing digital therapeutics and other innovative solutions. Their investments target enterprises focused on improving patient outcomes and fostering greater self-management of health conditions, with a distinct emphasis on social impact.

Laurence Girard, a serial healthcare entrepreneur, founded Hippocrates in 2017. His prior experience, including raising significant capital for Fruit Street Health from a network of 500 physicians, underscored the potential of physician-backed initiatives in the healthcare space. This insight led to the formation of Hippocrates as the world's first venture fund exclusively funded by physician investors, aiming to align investment with medical expertise and patient-centric innovation.

The firm's portfolio companies serve individuals seeking effective tools for health management, ranging from diabetes prevention to critical interventions like sudden cardiac arrest. Hippocrates envisions a future where technology empowers people with reliable, life-saving resources, enhancing overall public health. The firm is committed to advancing digital solutions that democratize access to sophisticated healthcare support and improve quality of life.