Health-tech startup Sehat Kahani has successfully raised $2.7 million in a Series A funding round led by Amaanah Circle, a Singapore-based health tech fund. The funding included participation from key investors such as Epic Angels, Cross Fund, USAID Investment Promotion Activity (IPA), Augmentor, Impact Investment Exchange(IIX), and the Elahi group.
Founded in 2017 by medical doctors Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram and Dr. Iffat Zafar Aga, Sehat Kahani utilizes innovative technology to establish a seamless virtual connection between doctors and patients within 60 seconds.
Sehat Kahani’s platform offers on-demand at-home or on-premises laboratory services and online medicine delivery, serving patients nationwide, including B2B and B2C clients, as well as the underserved population in rural areas. The startup also runs a comprehensive well-being program for corporates, focusing on health promotion and preventative care. The consumer application operates in over 350 cities across Pakistan, integrated into prominent banking and lifestyle platforms, making healthcare more affordable and accessible.
Dr. Iffat Zafar Aga highlighted Sehat Kahani’s impressive average year-on-year growth of 141 percent in the last three years, challenging the misconception that telemedicine is only beneficial during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. The startup has seen a 5x cumulative growth in the post-pandemic era, inspiring confidence to expand operations globally.
Sehat Kahani has a global network of over 7,500 healthcare professionals, serving more than 800 corporations and operating 62 e-health clinics nationwide. The platform has provided over 2.6 million consultations to date. The funding will enable the development of advanced features, including decision support systems, precision medicine tools, and predictive AI models, enhancing the patient experience and contributing to Sehat Kahani’s mission of providing personalized care.
Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram expressed gratitude to investors for supporting the startup’s mission and championing female founders, emphasizing the significance of the funding infusion as a pivotal moment for Sehat Kahani. The startup aims to create personalized care for its customers, tracking their patient journey and promoting a good quality of life through healthy practices and self-care.
Sehat Kahani’s corporate application has evolved into a comprehensive OPD management solution, providing corporate employees and their families with 24/7 hassle-free and cashless access to specialists, online medicine delivery, and efficient claims management. Maaike Doyer from Epic Angels, the largest female-only investor collective in the APAC region, commended Sehat Kahani as a beacon of innovation and a model for future healthcare solutions.
Looking ahead, Sehat Kahani plans regional expansion with the support of Amaanah Circle, whose investors have over 30 years of experience in healthcare and technology businesses in GCC markets. The subject expertise of Amaanah Circle’s investors is expected to contribute significantly to Sehat Kahani’s expansion strategy in the GCC markets.
In summary, Sehat Kahani’s successful Series A funding round, led by Amaanah Circle and supported by key investors, marks a pivotal moment for the health-tech startup. With a focus on personalized care, innovative technology, and a commitment to expanding access to healthcare, Sehat Kahani is well-positioned to drive positive change in the healthcare landscape, both in Pakistan and beyond.