8 years ago

Meddy Raises $300K to Expand Doctor Booking Platform in Dubai

  • Meddy, a Doha-based online platform for booking appointments with doctors, has raised $300,000 in a pre-Series A funding round led by 500 Startups

  • The platform, which was founded in 2014, allows users to search for and book appointments with doctors in Qatar and Dubai

  • Meddy has been growing rapidly and has already facilitated over 50,000 patient visits

  • The company plans to use the investment to expand its team and operations in Dubai

  • The article also highlights the challenges of raising investment in a non-monetized startup, as well as the importance of focusing on the problem being solved rather than on competitors

  • Meddy's focus on user experience has helped it achieve success, including winning awards and signing with the largest hospital in Qatar

  • The company is now working on developing its mobile app and real-time scheduling system.

      • ProblemHealthcare

      "Finding and booking appointments with doctors in the MENA region is a time-consuming and inconvenient process. Traditional methods like calling clinics or searching online directories are often inefficient and unreliable."

      Solution

      "Meddy is an online platform that allows patients to search for doctors, book appointments, and read reviews, all in one place. The platform provides a convenient and efficient way to access healthcare services, saving patients time and effort."

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