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DrDoctor

Increasing NHS productivity by providing patient engagement software to acute health care trusts

YFM investment
£7m
Investment date(s)
2023 & 2025
Deal type
Growth Capital
Location
Berkshire

If personalised care is to become an NHS-wide reality, there needs to be a fundamental shift in the way we approach healthcare. We see this latest support from our investors as confirmation of our role as a key enabler for these necessary changes.
 
Thanks to this latest investment, we are moving forward with some incredibly exciting projects, accelerating our journey to delivering truly modern healthcare.

Tom Whicher, Founder & CEO

Key Information

The Business

DrDoctor is a leading digital healthcare platform revolutionising patient engagement within the UK’s National Health Service. Its innovative solutions streamline communication between patients and healthcare providers, improving access to care, reducing missed appointments, and increasing operational efficiency. rusted by a large majority of UK NHS Trusts, DrDoctor handles millions of interactions monthly, enabling smarter and more connected healthcare delivery.

The platform offers a comprehensive suite of features, including digital appointment management, video consultations, and real-time data analytics. These tools empower both patients and providers, helping address the increasing pressures faced by the healthcare

Why We Invested

YFM Equity Partners identified DrDoctor as an ideal investment opportunity due to its proven track record, exceptional management team, and transformative technology. The company operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology—two sectors with significant growth potential. DrDoctor’s mission to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiencies aligns with YFM’s focus on supporting impactful and high-growth businesses.

The investment also reflects YFM’s commitment to addressing critical societal challenges by empowering innovative companies that can scale their impact on national infrastructure.

Growth Potential
With YFM’s investment, DrDoctor is set to further accelerate its expansion and innovation through key strategic initiatives:

  • Geographical Reach: Expanding its services to additional NHS Trusts across the UK.
  • Innovation: Developing AI-driven tools for personalised patient care and predictive analytics to support operational decisions.
  • Market Diversification: Exploring new verticals within healthcare and international expansion opportunities.
  • Proactive Patient Monitoring: Integrating broader healthcare ecosystems to offer more impactful solutions.

These growth strategies are designed to enhance DrDoctor’s ability to provide impactful digital solutions for millions of patients and healthcare providers, further solidifying its role as a pioneer in the healthtech sector.

Growth Potential

DrDoctor’s platform currently reduces hospital no-shows by up to 30% and saves providers significant time and resources. The partnership with YFM has enabled the company to double its footprint and significantly enhance its product offering. Looking forward, DrDoctor aims to scale its AI-powered capabilities and explore international markets, ensuring its solutions remain at the forefront of healthcare innovation.