DNA Capital

DNA Capital is an investment partnership focusing on multi-stage investments in the healthcare sector, from early-stage companies to private equity. Established in 2013, the firm's mission is to invest in and offer strategic value to top companies and founding teams in healthcare. With a multidisciplinary team deeply rooted in healthcare, DNA Capital operates globally from its offices in São Paulo, Brazil, and San Francisco, California. As part of a leading healthcare group, DNA Capital is dedicated to supporting companies in the healthcare industry to thrive and succeed.

José Eduardo Ribeiro Guinle

Partner

Thayan Hartmann

Partner

Partha Mishra

Partner

Luiz Noronha

Partner

34 past transactions

Reema Health

Series A in 2024
Reema Health is a technology startup focused on bridging the gaps between health care and social care. It operates a healthcare platform that connects individuals to essential care and resources through tech-enabled community guides. By emphasizing a personalized, community-based approach, Reema Health helps users identify specific steps to improve their behavioral health. This innovative platform aims to make it easier for people to access the medical care and support they need to enhance their quality of life.

Sanar

Debt Financing in 2022
Sanar is a comprehensive platform dedicated to supporting the development of healthcare professionals throughout their careers. Initially established as a knowledge platform for medical students, it has evolved to provide a range of solutions tailored to various stages of a healthcare professional's journey. For students, SanarFlix offers a wealth of educational content from top educators, assisting them in navigating the challenges of medical school. During the transition to medical residency, Sanar Medical Residency provides resources for test preparation, helping aspiring doctors gain admission to prestigious programs in Brazil. For practicing physicians, SanarYellow serves as a clinical decision-making tool, offering access to the latest guidelines, protocols, and drug interactions for effective point-of-care decisions. Additionally, SanarUp aims to enhance physicians' financial stability by offering credit products designed to support them during the more challenging phases of their careers. Overall, Sanar is committed to empowering healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary for success.

Inspirali

Private Equity Round in 2022
Inspirali is an educational institute focused on post-graduate training in the health sector. It offers a range of learning options, including face-to-face and digital courses, aimed at equipping individuals with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to become future medical professionals. The institute collaborates with partners who share a commitment to innovation in medical education, emphasizing the development of technologies and methodologies that enhance learning. Inspirali's mission is to empower aspiring doctors and improve access to healthcare by providing high-quality education and training tailored to the evolving needs of the medical field.

Reema Health

Seed Round in 2022
Reema Health is a technology startup focused on bridging the gaps between health care and social care. It operates a healthcare platform that connects individuals to essential care and resources through tech-enabled community guides. By emphasizing a personalized, community-based approach, Reema Health helps users identify specific steps to improve their behavioral health. This innovative platform aims to make it easier for people to access the medical care and support they need to enhance their quality of life.

Cíngulo

Seed Round in 2022
Cíngulo is a Brazilian company founded in 2017, based in Porto Alegre, that offers an application designed to promote emotional well-being through self-knowledge. The application aids users in reducing anxiety, stress, and insecurity while enhancing self-esteem, mood, and overall attitude. It features a structured personal development cycle, allowing individuals to identify areas for improvement, deepen their self-awareness, and monitor their progress. The platform includes various exercises and techniques aimed at strengthening emotional health, presenting content in gradual mini-sessions to facilitate processing of emotional issues. Cíngulo's application is accessible on iOS, Android, and web platforms, making it widely available for users seeking personal growth and emotional support.

Nice Healthcare

Series A in 2022
Nice Healthcare LLC is a nurse practitioner-led primary care clinic based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 2017. The company provides comprehensive healthcare services primarily to small and medium-sized businesses, utilizing technology to facilitate both in-home and virtual care. Its offerings include virtual primary care, mental health therapy, and physical therapy. Patients can access these services through subscription-based plans, allowing them to schedule appointments for video visits or in-home consultations with licensed and certified nurse practitioners or physician assistants. This model aims to enhance accessibility and convenience in healthcare delivery.

Piwi

Venture Round in 2021
Piwi operates a digital benefit management platform designed to simplify the process of researching, purchasing, and managing health plans and benefits for companies. By replacing traditional brokerage methods, Piwi offers an intuitive and user-friendly solution that aims to eliminate complications associated with health plan management. The platform focuses on helping organizations find suitable and budget-friendly health plans, thereby streamlining the benefits administration process and improving overall efficiency.

Anima Educação

Post in 2021
Anima Educação, founded in 2003 and based in São Paulo, Brazil, is an educational organization that operates in the higher education sector. The company provides a range of educational services, including elementary and secondary education, college degrees, and professional specialization courses. It also engages in various related activities through its subsidiaries, such as organizing forums and seminars, offering in-company courses, and publishing educational materials focused on management and business. Anima Educação’s operations are structured into two main segments: higher education and vertical management, demonstrating its commitment to delivering a comprehensive educational experience.

Memed

Series C in 2021
Memed is a developer of a digital prescriptions platform that provides web-based e-prescribing services to healthcare professionals. The platform is designed to enhance treatment adherence for patients by offering smart prescriptions informed by a comprehensive database. It connects doctors with key partners in the healthcare industry, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. This approach aims to improve the quality of care by enabling doctors to deliver accurate prescriptions and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Memed emphasizes safety and user-friendliness in its tools, making it an accessible option for both healthcare providers and patients.

Cured

Series A in 2021
Cured, Inc. is a healthcare technology company that specializes in developing digital marketing tools and customer relationship management platforms for the healthcare sector. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Chicago and Denver, Cured offers solutions that connect health systems and organizations to patients and their families. The company's cloud-based platform focuses on network management, patient marketing, and customer experience, providing design and product development services that address the unique challenges faced by healthcare and life sciences organizations. By leveraging modern business tools and integrating contact centers with electronic medical records, Cured enables clients to enhance brand awareness, improve patient satisfaction, and create engaging digital experiences that foster better healthcare behaviors and outcomes.

Kwely

Seed Round in 2021
Kwely is a fast-growing startup that operates an online marketplace platform focused on the B2B market. The platform specializes in offering wholesale products, featuring customization and white-label options through collaborative production with various suppliers. This approach ensures high-quality service from production to delivery while leveraging technology to enhance accountability and transparency in payments, logistics, and marketing. By providing suppliers with tools to facilitate business growth, Kwely aims to streamline the wholesale process and improve overall efficiency.

Memed

Venture Round in 2021
Memed is a developer of a digital prescriptions platform that provides web-based e-prescribing services to healthcare professionals. The platform is designed to enhance treatment adherence for patients by offering smart prescriptions informed by a comprehensive database. It connects doctors with key partners in the healthcare industry, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. This approach aims to improve the quality of care by enabling doctors to deliver accurate prescriptions and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Memed emphasizes safety and user-friendliness in its tools, making it an accessible option for both healthcare providers and patients.

Beep Saúde

Series B in 2021
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.

Spotlight Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Spotlight Therapeutics, Inc. specializes in the development of gene editing therapeutics designed to target specific cell populations directly within the body. Established in 2017 and based in Hayward, California, the company leverages a biotechnology platform that utilizes CRISPR nuclease effectors for in vivo gene editing. Its innovative approach aims to create next-generation programmable nucleases that enhance treatment options for a variety of conditions. Spotlight Therapeutics is focused on multiple therapeutic areas, including immuno-oncology, ophthalmology, and hematology, and is developing programs to address previously undruggable intracellular gene targets as well as specific monogenic disease targets related to the eye. This targeted gene editing strategy seeks to overcome the challenges associated with traditional delivery methods, thereby providing healthcare providers with improved tools for patient treatment.

Vitable Health

Seed Round in 2020
Vitable Health is a provider of integrated primary and urgent care services aimed at enhancing accessibility and affordability in healthcare. The company offers a comprehensive membership plan that includes virtual and in-home visits, mental health support, and access to free prescriptions. Additionally, Vitable Health provides a range of on-demand services such as telemedicine, physical exams, lab tests, and comprehensive health screenings. By delivering these services directly to individuals, Vitable Health enables proactive healthcare management, making it easier for members to obtain preventative care from the comfort of their homes. This model supports employers in improving their healthcare offerings while reducing costs and increasing employee satisfaction.

Galileo

Series B in 2020
Galileo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing healthcare solutions through a mobile application, enabling direct access to clinical care and expertise via smartphones. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates communication between healthcare providers and patients using advanced telecommunications technologies. Galileo delivers high-touch, data-driven, multi-specialty care to a diverse patient population, offering services over the phone and in various settings. The company is recognized by regional and national health plans, employers, and major corporations for its effectiveness in enhancing population health. Galileo's mission is to address complex healthcare challenges and foster closer connections between patients and providers.

Beep Saúde

Series A in 2020
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.

Sanar

Series B in 2020
Sanar is a comprehensive platform dedicated to supporting the development of healthcare professionals throughout their careers. Initially established as a knowledge platform for medical students, it has evolved to provide a range of solutions tailored to various stages of a healthcare professional's journey. For students, SanarFlix offers a wealth of educational content from top educators, assisting them in navigating the challenges of medical school. During the transition to medical residency, Sanar Medical Residency provides resources for test preparation, helping aspiring doctors gain admission to prestigious programs in Brazil. For practicing physicians, SanarYellow serves as a clinical decision-making tool, offering access to the latest guidelines, protocols, and drug interactions for effective point-of-care decisions. Additionally, SanarUp aims to enhance physicians' financial stability by offering credit products designed to support them during the more challenging phases of their careers. Overall, Sanar is committed to empowering healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary for success.

Beep Saúde

Series A in 2020
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.

Memed

Series B in 2020
Memed is a developer of a digital prescriptions platform that provides web-based e-prescribing services to healthcare professionals. The platform is designed to enhance treatment adherence for patients by offering smart prescriptions informed by a comprehensive database. It connects doctors with key partners in the healthcare industry, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. This approach aims to improve the quality of care by enabling doctors to deliver accurate prescriptions and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Memed emphasizes safety and user-friendliness in its tools, making it an accessible option for both healthcare providers and patients.

The CareVoice

Series A in 2019
The CareVoice Limited is a Shanghai-based health insurtech company founded in 2013, with an additional office in Hong Kong. It specializes in developing a mobile-based, data-driven software as a service (SaaS) solution that provides community-sourced ratings and recommendations for healthcare services in China. The platform enables patients to share their medical experiences through ratings and reviews, facilitating informed decision-making about hospitals, doctors, and treatments. By consolidating insights from users undergoing similar health journeys, The CareVoice aims to enhance the healthcare experience, making it more consumer-centric. The company is backed by prominent venture capital and healthcare investors, and it focuses on digitalizing the healthcare and insurance landscape to improve patient engagement and outcomes.

blüüm

Seed Round in 2019
Blüüm is a health platform that offers augmented health services maximizing the quality of life at every stage. It enables users to enjoy a seamless health insurance journey all within the App such as a 24/7 virtual symptom checker, online clinic search, and appointment from an extensive medical network. Blüüm provides premium group medical insurance solutions at ‘affordable’ prices to startups and SMEs with complimentary employee benefits packages to support teams with different wellbeing and health needs. Currently, blüüm offers two insurance series which are tailored for sport lovers and SMEs, namely blüüm sport and blüüm team.

Feegow Clinic

Venture Round in 2019
Feegow Clinic is a clinical software company based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing management solutions for clinics, offices, and hospitals, aiming to optimize their daily operations. The software addresses various clinical and administrative challenges, offering features such as telemedicine, split payment options, patient face recognition, and direct insurance authorization. By enabling healthcare professionals to efficiently manage schedules, medical records, and financial transactions, Feegow Clinic enhances operational access and efficiency for a diverse range of users in the health sector throughout Brazil.

Alto Pharmacy

Series C in 2019
Alto Pharmacy is a leading digital pharmacy established in 2015, focused on transforming the pharmacy industry through innovative technology and expert pharmacist care. The company aims to enhance the medication experience by providing a more convenient and affordable service, leveraging a mobile app and web portal for medication management and scheduled delivery. Alto has fulfilled over three million prescriptions and has expanded its services to twelve markets, emphasizing the critical role of pharmacists in the healthcare journey. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Alto boasts an industry-leading Net Promoter Score, reflecting its dedication to improving healthcare services for patients.

uBiome

Series C in 2018
uBiome, Inc. was a microbial genomics company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. It specialized in sequencing-based clinical microbiome tests, offering products such as SmartGut, a test for identifying pathogenic and commensal microorganisms related to infections, and SmartJane, a women's health screening test that detects various conditions including HPV and STIs. The company also provided Explorer kits for citizen scientists and researchers, as well as SmartFlu, a clinical respiratory test. By leveraging precision sequencing combined with machine learning and artificial intelligence, uBiome aimed to enhance the understanding of the human microbiome, enabling healthcare providers to deliver more accurate diagnoses and empowering patients to manage their health more effectively. However, uBiome faced financial difficulties and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2019, which was later converted to Chapter 7 on October 11, 2019.

Cambridge Epigenetix

Series C in 2018
Cambridge Epigenetix Limited is a bioscience company based in Babraham, United Kingdom, focused on advancing clinical epigenetics. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in developing innovative tools for epigenetic analysis, particularly through its TrueMethyl technology, which allows for precise sequencing of hydroxymethylcytosine (5hmC) and methylcytosine (5mC). Its product offerings include TrueMethyl 6 and TrueMethyl 24 kits, designed for quantitative measurement and single-base resolution analysis of DNA methylation and hydroxymethylation. Cambridge Epigenetix aims to transform medical diagnostics by simplifying tests for colorectal cancer and other tumors to a single blood draw, leveraging the significant biomarker potential of 5hmC. The company emerged from the University of Cambridge, backed by notable investors including GV, Sequoia, and Syncona. Through its work, Cambridge Epigenetix seeks to enhance diagnostic and prognostic capabilities in medicine, aligning with its mission to improve human health.

Cortex

Venture Round in 2018
Cortex Health Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Draper, Utah, that develops a software platform designed for post-acute care providers. The company offers a suite of tools aimed at improving patient outcomes and enhancing communication among healthcare providers. Its Cortex Network platform provides real-time updates on patient status and notifies providers of critical concerns. Other key offerings include CheckUp, which manages follow-up calls and gathers patient feedback; Readmission Manager, which tracks patient readmissions; Bundle Manager, focused on financial risk and patient tracking; and Network Manager, which helps identify the best providers to collaborate with. Additionally, Cortex has developed cortexAI, an artificial intelligence system that analyzes trends to predict negative outcomes and alerts healthcare providers accordingly. Founded in 2015, Cortex is dedicated to supporting healthcare organizations in improving patient experience and engagement.

Nuria

Series A in 2018
Nuria is transforming the healthcare ecosystem by providing a comprehensive online patient engagement solution in Brazil. The company has developed a digital platform that allows patients to schedule appointments and access healthcare services through a user-friendly interface available on both mobile and web. This platform integrates seamlessly with various healthcare providers' ERPs and EMRs, enabling efficient appointment booking and management. Additionally, Nuria has established a revolutionary integration platform that connects healthcare providers with a wide range of stakeholders, including insurance companies, health tech firms, distributors, and the pharmaceutical industry. With a network that encompasses over 2,000 providers and facilitates more than 50 million transactions annually, Nuria serves as a vital gateway in the healthcare market, positively impacting millions of patients.

Arterys

Series B in 2017
Arterys Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based analytics platform designed to enhance medical imaging diagnostics. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Calgary and Paris, Arterys offers a range of artificial intelligence solutions, including Cardio AI for cardiac image analysis, Lung AI for lung imaging, and Liver AI for liver assessments. Their platform provides radiologists with tools to visualize and quantify blood flow in the human body, facilitating improved patient care through advanced imaging techniques. The Arterys PHI Service allows physicians to access patient data remotely, enhancing the efficiency of medical practice. As a pioneer in internet-based medical imaging, Arterys combines web accessibility with FDA-cleared AI technology to deliver innovative clinical solutions aimed at transforming healthcare.

Beep Saúde

Seed Round in 2017
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.

Clover Health

Series D in 2017
Clover Health Inc. is a health insurance company that specializes in providing Medicare Advantage plans primarily for senior citizens. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several states, including New Jersey, Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Clover Health utilizes a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) platform to enhance the quality of life for its members and their healthcare providers. The company employs patient-centered analytics and a dedicated care management team to identify potential health risks and deliver preventive care, thereby aiming to minimize avoidable spending and manage chronic diseases. Its proprietary software platform, Clover Assistant, offers personalized insights to physicians, supporting early detection and effective management of chronic conditions. Clover Health generates the majority of its revenue from its insurance segment, which includes both PPO and HMO plans.

Mafra Hospitalar

Venture Round in 2016
Mafra Hospitalar is a distributor of hospital materials and medicines.

Dasa

Private Equity Round in 2014
Dasa is a healthcare network which offers integrated and innovative corporate health solutions.
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