Analysis

March 25, 2020

Digital doctor demand goes through the roof

The coronavirus pandemic could be what pushes digital health into the mainstream — if these startups don’t mess the next few months up.


Amy Lewin

8 min read

Care Connect, Kry's new, free teleconsultation platform

Two weeks ago, Manchester-based online doctor platform Push Doctor saw a 30% increase in consultations. Last week, consultations were up by 70%. This week, it’s likely to be more again. 

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Wais Shaifta, chief executive of Push Doctor.
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Claire Novorol, Ada Health's cofounder and chief medical officer.
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Joost Bruggeman, chief executive of Siilo.
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Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky

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