Marcus Richards
2020 was a significant year for so many reasons – one of the standout reasons was the rapid advancement in health technology and health care. Now, more than ever, health-focused startups are finding their footing and beginning to impact the broader health industry. Houston, Texas has long been known as a hub for innovation, and these startups are no exception.
In the Health Care industry specifically, several promising companies have emerged in the greater Houston area. Let’s throw the spotlight on some relatively new players in the Health Care sector. As startups contributing to the ongoing digital transformation of the health care sector, they combine specialized software, smart, sensitive medical devices and Artificial intelligence (AI) to introduce innovative solutions to critical health care needs.
Without further ado, we present a concise bio of these health startups that have sprung up in Houston, Texas since 2020. Here are the top picks that are shaping the future of healthcare as we know it.
RepeatMD
Founded by Philipp Sitter, RepeatMD specializes in creating fintech and patient engagement solutions for the cosmetic surgery and healthcare markets. By providing a suite of patient engagement including a rewards program, and a marketplace for selling memberships and treatments, RepeatMD is driving more referrals, establishing cost-effective financial procedures, and automating patient retention. You can also find them on Facebook and Linkedin.
Octagos Health
Octagos Health, founded by Shanti Bansal, provides a cloud-based platform that aggregates remote and in-person interrogations for all cardiac rhythm management manufacturers. This platform enhances patient care and clinic efficiency while offering insights into population health, leading to improved reimbursement rates. Connect with them on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter to track their innovative healthcare solutions.
CaseCTRL
CaseCTRL, established by founders Ashvin Dewan and Pamela Singh, is a patent-pending surgical scheduling and management platform that was built by surgeons for surgical practices. The platform aligns perfectly with their vision of “more surgeries, happier patients”. CaseCTRL aims to tackle the problem of unprepared patients by automating surgery scheduling workflows, thus reducing cancellations and costs. Find them on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Asenda Health
Asenda Health, founded by Jodhvir Sarai and Mark Catroppa, leverages data to predict outcomes of multi-disciplinary and multi-organizational treatments. To learn more about Asenda Health, their pharmacy services, physician services, and facilities, check them out on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Haploscope, Inc.
Haploscope Inc. focuses on making the future of cancer care accessible, affordable, and simpler. Its founders, Pinaki Saha and Vino Cherian, strive to ensure that every product built to fight cancer has a considerable impact in the medical field. Haploscope Inc. is building bridges beyond the conventional healthcare model by including support for cancer care, clinical trial recruitment, and even medical ride-hailing. More on Haploscope at LinkedIn.
OptiChroniX
OptiChroniX aims to improve brain health early on by using digital health interventions delivered straight to smartphones. The founders, including Albrecht Tribukait and Anna Grabowski, use data from wearables and nearables to track patient health progress and offer personalized coaching to improve health literacy and adherence to medication. Visit their Facebook and LinkedIn pages to know more.
FemTec Health
FemTec Health is a health and beauty sciences company using technology and data to transform the total healthcare experience for women. It was founded by George Kaimakas. Stay connected with FemTec Health on their Linkedin page.
Epsy Health
Epsy Health is a digital health service provider advancing healthcare to make it more accessible, affordable and patient centric. Their services aid doctors in providing a faster and more accurate diagnosis and in finding the best individual treatment for their patients. Check them out on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin.
Nurseify
Nurseify is changing the game in the health care sector with its unique mobile app and software solutions, making health care more accessible to everyone. Find Nurseify on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin.
NeuMed Modern Urgent Care + IV Therapy
NeuMed Modern Urgent Care + IV Therapy, founded by Akash Bhagat and Victoria Bhagat, offers comprehensive medical treatment services including infusion therapy, physicals, flu testing, lab services, sexual health advices, and much more. Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin.
FemTech Focus
The startup FemTech Focus aims to enhance women’s health and wellness using fitness technology. For more about FemTech Focus, visit their Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin pages.
