Great Entrepreneurs is pleased to announce The Top 25 HealthTech Entrepreneurs of New York for 2025. Based in one of the country’s most active centers for healthcare, life sciences, and venture-backed startups, these founders are building companies that address long-standing inefficiencies across the system, from cost barriers in mental health to delays in clinical drug development. Their work spans insurance-integrated care platforms, AI-enabled biotech, and tech-driven approaches to diagnostics, women’s health, and primary care. Each is focused on building infrastructure that supports better outcomes through smarter systems, faster trials, or more equitable access to care.
Many of this year’s honorees bring experience from research, investing, or clinical practice and a deep understanding of what slows progress inside traditional institutions. Rather than working around those constraints, they’re redesigning the systems themselves. Together, their companies reflect the diversity and depth of New York’s healthtech sector and the impact that’s possible when execution is paired with domain expertise.
Among this year’s awardees, Randy Cheung, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of CipherHealth, is recognized for developing one of the earliest SaaS communication platforms to connect patients and caregivers across the care continuum. Rachel Liverman, Founder and CEO of Glowbar, brings a third-generation background in esthetics to her leadership of a standardized skincare model that delivers professional-grade treatments through a technology-supported platform. At TytoCare, CEO and Co-Founder Dedi Gilad has led the company’s expansion into a telehealth provider network spanning nearly 200 partners worldwide, offering remote physical exams through a connected, handheld device that enables clinical-grade care from home.
This year’s awardees were selected through a careful review of their leadership in building and scaling healthtech companies across New York. Each entrepreneur recognized has demonstrated a clear track record of advancing healthcare through technology, whether by improving access, streamlining delivery, or accelerating innovation. Please join us in celebrating The Top 25 HealthTech Entrepreneurs of New York for 2025.
1. Zach Weinberg
Founder, Curie.Bio
Zach Weinberg is the Founder of Curie.Bio. Curie.Bio is a venture firm focused on investing in therapeutic development across all stages, from early concepts to clinic-ready assets. The firm works with both experienced entrepreneurs and first-time founders, offering capital and operational support. With over $1 billion raised and a portfolio of more than 30 companies, Curie.Bio aims to accelerate the development of new biotech therapies through targeted investment and collaboration.
Weinberg brings 20 years of experience to his current role. Before founding Curie.Bio, Weinberg was co-founder, president, and COO at Flatiron Health and, before that, co-founder, president, and chief operating officer of Invite Media Inc. Earlier in his career, he served as president of EatNow.com. Weinberg studied at The Wharton School.
2. Gina Bartasi
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Tech-Health
Gina Bartasi is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Tech-Health, a holding and investment company focused on healthcare innovation, with areas of interest including behavioral health, musculoskeletal care, and women’s health. The company backs ventures that aim to improve how care is delivered by using technology to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and support both providers and patients.
Previously, Bartasi was the founder, CEO, and board chairman of Kindbody, and before that, founder, CEO, and board director at Progyny, Inc. She originally launched FertilityAuthority in 2009, a digital platform focused on fertility care, and later oversaw its merger with life sciences company Auxogyn. The combined entity became Progyny in 2015, where she led the development of fertility benefits for self-insured employers. Earlier in her career, Bartasi served as vice president at Bond Publishing. Bartasi earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed executive education at Harvard Business School.
3. Randy Cheung
Executive Chairman, Co-Founder, CipherHealth
Randy Cheung co-founded CipherHealth after working in healthcare and experiencing firsthand a fundamental gap that was holding the industry back from more patient-centric care: communication. He saw the need for caregivers to embrace technology the way their patients had and developed the idea for a SaaS communication platform that connected the two communities at critical points along the care continuum. Thus, CipherHealth was formed.
After serving as Chief Executive Officer of the company, Randy moved into his current position as Executive Chairman of the Board. Previously, Randy managed business development for MDLand International, a CCHIT-accredited electronic medical record (EMR) company located in New York City. He also consulted for Empath Consulting and was in sales at Abbott Laboratories. Randy received his bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and his MPH from Yale University.
4. Thomas Clozel
Co-Founder and CEO, OWKIN
Thomas Clozel is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of OWKIN, an AI-focused life sciences company that applies machine learning to accelerate drug discovery and development. Through partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, academic researchers, and clinicians, the company uses multimodal patient data to study complex biology and identify new treatment approaches. Its platform, OWKIN K, combines reinforcement learning with data from major hospitals to support the development of interventions related to biological aging and immune system function.
Clozel’s work focuses on bridging the gap between advanced technology and healthcare to revolutionize the way they understand and treat diseases. He first got his start in 2004 as a rotation resident at Mount Sinai Medical Center. From there, he went on to Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades, before eventually rising to clinical assistant professor at CHU Henri Mondor de Créteil, his most recent position prior to co-founding OWKIN.
5. Erica Jain
Co-Founder and CEO, Healthie
Erica Jain is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Healthie, a software platform that offers electronic health records, scheduling, telehealth, and practice management tools for health and wellness organizations. Its API-first approach and integration marketplace support care delivery across a range of fields, including nutrition, behavioral health, and chronic care management. Healthie is used by thousands of organizations, from private practices to large enterprises, to serve millions of patients.
Previously, Jain was a healthcare consultant at The Boston Consulting Group and, before that, a program analyst in nutrition at the Clinton Health Access Initiative. Earlier in her career, she worked with the Duke Global Health Institute as a teaching assistant. Jain earned an MBA in healthcare management from the University of Pennsylvania and a bachelor’s degree in international health disparities and infectious diseases from Duke University.
6. Aidan Dewar
Co-Founder and CEO, Nourish
Aidan Dewar is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nourish. Nourish is transforming chronic disease management by addressing its root causes through AI-powered, insurance-covered virtual nutrition care. Focused on solving systemic challenges within the healthcare system, Nourish is building a patient-friendly digital health platform that prioritizes sustainable lifestyle changes, delivers measurable outcomes, and reduces overall healthcare costs.
Before co-founding Nourish, Dewar was a co-founder of Feed the Front Line and, before that, was an associate consultant at Bain & Company. Earlier in his career, he worked with Goldman Sachs as an analyst. Dewar graduated from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in economics.
7. Andrew Adams
Founder and CEO, Headway
Andrew Adams is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Headway, a mental health platform that connects patients with therapists who accept insurance, aiming to reduce the cost barrier to care. In response to the widespread inaccessibility of affordable mental health services, Headway partners with insurance plans across the U.S. to support a growing network of in-network providers. The platform streamlines administrative processes for clinicians while expanding access for patients.
Adams first got his start in 2015 as a product analyst at Spring Inc., his most recent position prior to founding Headway. He graduated from Stanford University with a master’s degree in engineering and a bachelor's degree in English.
8. Ariel Katz
CEO & Co-Founder, H1
Ariel Katz is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of H1, a healthcare data technology company that provides access to information on healthcare professionals, institutions, and research activity. Its platform supports over 200 customers and includes data on more than 11 million healthcare professionals. Founded in 2017, H1 uses analytics and AI to support clinical research, improve access to medical expertise, and inform decision-making across the healthcare ecosystem.
Katz brings over 10 years of experience to his current role. Before joining H1, he was the chief executive officer and co-founder of ResearchConnection. Katz studied at the Ramaz School.
9. Eric Litman
Founder & CEO, Aescape
Eric Litman is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Aescape. Aescape is a wellness and fitness company dedicated to building intelligent massage therapy solutions that help people live better, longer by combining robotics, AI, and human-centered design to deliver automated, personalized massage experiences. Aescape aims to deliver the world’s most advanced massage experience, combining cutting-edge technology with a commitment to enhancing overall well-being.
Litman is a technology entrepreneur who has founded and led multiple companies through acquisitions and public offerings. Before founding Aescape, he served as senior vice president of mobile worldwide at GroupM, following its acquisition of Medialets, where he was founder and CEO. Earlier in his career, he co-founded Proxicom and held roles at Viaduct Technologies, WashingtonVC, SoCo, and NeXT. Litman holds a degree in computer science and marketing from the University of Maryland.
Eric Litman's Insight
"I’m honored to receive the Top 25 HealthTech Entrepreneurs of New York for 2025 award. At Aescape, we’re transforming recovery with AI-driven robotic technology, addressing a $4B industry challenge and making wellness accessible to all. This recognition fuels our mission to reshape healthspan and well-being."
10. Zachariah Reitano
Co-Founder, Ro
Zachariah Reitano is the Co-Founder of Ro. Ro is a direct-to-patient healthcare company committed to helping individuals achieve their health goals by providing accessible, effective care. It is the only company to offer nationwide telehealth, laboratory, and pharmacy services, made possible through its vertically integrated platform. This platform delivers a seamless, end-to-end healthcare experience, encompassing diagnosis, medication delivery, and ongoing care. Since its founding in 2017, Ro has served millions of patients across the United States, reaching every county and 98% of primary care deserts.
Reitano first got his start in 2008 as a co-creator at ZAR Medical Innovations. From there, he went on to ParkAlly, before eventually co-founding Shout Inc., his most recent position prior to founding Ro. Reitano graduated from Columbia University with a bachelor's degree in economics and creative writing.
11. Dedi Gilad
CEO, Co-Founder, TytoCare
Dedi Gilad is the CEO and Co-Founder of TytoCare, transforming the primary care industry by bringing doctor's visits into the home with remote physical exams that provide affordable, always-on, and accessible primary care for all. TytoCare works with healthcare insurers and providers to provide better access to primary care virtually, with a handheld exam kit that connects users with a clinician for a medical exam and telehealth visit, no matter where they are.
In the decade since co-founding the company, Mr. Gilad has led the launch and establishment of TytoCare as a major player in the telehealth market. Under his leadership, the company has built partnerships with nearly 200 major healthcare players across the world, and TytoCare has become synonymous with the best telehealth examinations and monitoring. Mr. Gilad and TytoCare have been recognized as leaders in the telehealth market and have established a track record of improving access to healthcare and better telehealth adoption and results than other solutions on the market.
Prior to TytoCare, Mr. Gilad led R&D at several major international companies. He has an MBA in technology management and a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Tel Aviv University.
Dedi Gilad's Insight
"At TytoCare, a virtual care company focused on expanding access to high-quality primary care from home, we see technology as essential to the future of healthcare. The future of care is about improving access; it's about creating a seamless, intelligent, and connected experience that begins in the home and extends across the entire continuum of care. We envision a healthcare system that is proactive rather than reactive, one that leverages data, AI, and user-centric design to personalize care and reduce unnecessary friction for patients and clinicians alike. Technology is no longer playing a secondary role – it's now driving the transformation in how, where, and when care is delivered. From enabling clinical-grade exams at home to enabling continuous, coordinated care journeys, tech is bridging the gap between patients and providers in a way that is scalable, efficient, and more human. As we look ahead, the integration of virtual tools and intelligent systems will be foundational to building a more resilient, equitable, and accessible healthcare ecosystem."
12. Rachel Liverman
Founder & CEO, Glowbar
Rachel Liverman is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Glowbar. Glowbar was established to help individuals feel confident in their skin. The company aims to remove the guesswork from skincare by providing customized, professional-grade treatments designed to address real concerns in just 30 minutes each month. Every Glowbar treatment is delivered by expertly trained estheticians and supported by standardization technology, reflecting the brand’s commitment to fostering an environment that delivers consistent, results-driven care for all clients.
Previously, Liverman was a strategic advisor at LUDO and, before that, head of visual merchandising and business development for Beautyblender at Rea.deeming Beauty Inc. Earlier in her career, she worked at TJX as an associate merchandise planner. A third-generation esthetician, she was influenced by her grandmother, Catherine Hinds, who founded the first accredited esthetics school in the U.S. Liverman earned a bachelor’s degree in management from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business.
Rachel Liverman's Insight
"I'm honored to be included in Great Entrepreneurs' top 25 HealthTech Entrepreneurs of New York for 2025. I've built Glowbar to live in a space I call 'wellcare', the intersection of self-care and personal health where consumers are looking for, and expecting, healthcare-level approaches to wellness-focused services. That's why at Glowbar we take a science-backed approach to skincare, providing results-driven treatments that are accessible and inclusive for all.”
13. Guy Benjamin
CEO & Co-Founder, Healthee
Guy Benjamin is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Healthee, a health technology platform designed to help employees navigate their healthcare and benefits. The platform uses AI to provide instant information about coverage, treatment options, and preventive care, while also supporting Open Enrollment and streamlining administrative tasks for HR teams. Healthee serves employers, brokers, and employees with the goal of making healthcare access more personalized and efficient.
Benjamin first got his start in 2002 as a pilot in the Israeli Air Force, before eventually rising to associate partner at McKinsey & Company, his most recent position prior to founding Healthee. Benjamin graduated from the Yale School of Management with an MBA and from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev with a bachelor's degree in information technology.
14. Saeju Jeong
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Noom
Saeju Jeong is the Co-Founder Executive Chairman of Noom. Noom is the world's leading behavior change company, disrupting the weight loss and healthcare industries. By combining the power of artificial intelligence, mobile tech, and psychology with the empathy of personal coaches, Noom helps people live healthier lives by changing their long-term habits. More than 50 million people have benefited from Noom’s behavior change courses, including its virtual diabetes prevention program, which was the first of its kind to be recognized by the CDC. The Noom platform is already being used by leading healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to improve treatment outcomes for patients worldwide.
Previously, Jeong was a networking administrator at L.C. Tek Inc. Earlier in his career, he founded BuyHard Productions and served as chief executive officer. Jeong earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical and electronics engineering from Hongik University.
15. Oliver Kharraz
Co-Founder and CEO, ZocDoc
Oliver Kharraz is CEO and Co-Founder of Zocdoc. Zocdoc is a healthcare marketplace that enables patients to find and book medical appointments across a wide range of specialties. Through its website and mobile app, users can search for in-network providers, view real-time availability, and schedule in-person or virtual visits. Each month, millions of patients use the platform, with most appointments taking place within 24 to 72 hours of booking. Zocdoc aims to improve access and reduce administrative friction for both patients and providers.
Kharraz is the most recent doctor in a 300-year family tradition. Over the course of his wide-ranging career, Kharraz has accrued comprehensive experience effecting change and building efficiency in large-scale healthcare organizations using information technology. Prior to Zocdoc, Kharraz was an associate principal at McKinsey & Company. During his seven-year tenure at McKinsey & Co., Kharraz developed and implemented new patient utilization models for the national health services of a number of governments and major hospital chains. In 1994, Kharraz built and sold his first business – a forerunner of early internet software.
He later became a resident doctor at the clinic of Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, where he earned an MD and a doctorate in neuroscience. Kharraz also has a master’s degree in philosophy from the Jesuit College of Philosophy in Munich and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
16. Kate Ryder
Founder & CEO, Maven Clinic
Kate Ryder is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Maven Clinic. Maven is the world’s largest virtual clinic for women and families, dedicated to making healthcare work for everyone. Its award-winning digital programs deliver clinical, emotional, and financial support through a single platform, covering fertility and family building, maternity and newborn care, parenting and pediatrics, and menopause and midlife. Trusted by more than 2,000 employers and health plans, Maven’s end-to-end platform improves clinical outcomes, reduces healthcare costs, and advances equity in benefits programs.
Ryder began her career in 2005 as an English teacher at Colegio Público Rufino Blanco through the Embajada de Madrid. She later held editorial roles at The New Yorker and worked as a reporter for The Economist, with assignments in New York, Singapore, and London. She also served as a writer and researcher for Hank Paulson’s memoir, On the Brink. Before founding Maven Clinic in 2014, Ryder was an early-stage investor at Index Ventures. She holds a master’s degree in anthropology from the London School of Economics and a bachelor’s degree in English literature and political science from the University of Michigan.
17. Noam Solomon
CEO, Immunai
Noam Solomon is the Chief Executive Officer of Immunai. Immunai is a biotechnology company that uses single-cell genomics and artificial intelligence to map the human immune system. By combining large-scale immune data with computational models, the company aims to identify new therapeutic targets and support the development of immunotherapies across a range of diseases.
Previously, Solomon was head of data at Gloat and, before that, a big-data and R&D expert at Noam Solomon Consulting. Earlier in his career, he worked with VolcanoData as a data scientist. Solomon earned a doctorate degree in computer science from Tel Aviv University and a doctorate in algebra and number theory from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
18. April Koh
Co-Founder and CEO, Spring Health
April Koh is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Spring Health. Spring Health is a mental health platform that provides personalized care through a combination of digital tools and a network of providers. Designed for employers and health plans, the platform uses a proprietary precision mental healthcare model to recommend interventions such as meditation, coaching, therapy, or medication based on individual needs. Spring Health serves over 20 million people and integrates solutions for members, clinicians, and organizations to support access to timely and effective care.
In 2021, Koh became the youngest female founder to lead a company valued at over $1 billion. As of 2024, Spring Health is valued at $3.3 billion following a Series E funding round, placing it among the highest-valued female-founded and -led startups in the U.S. Koh graduated from Yale University with a bachelor’s degree in sociology and computer science.
19. Benjamine Liu
Co-Founder and CEO, Formation Bio
Benjamine Liu is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Formation Bio, a pharmaceutical company focused on accelerating clinical drug development through technology. Its platform is designed to optimize trial design, execution speed, and data quality. The company acquires clinical-stage drug candidates from pharmaceutical and biotech firms, aiming to develop them more efficiently and improve patient access to new treatments while maximizing the value of each program.
Before co-founding Formation Bio, Liu was a computational biologist at the Translational Neuroscience and Dementia Research Group and, before that, a computational biologist at the Chen-Ploktin Lab, Department of Neurology. Earlier in his career, he worked with the Department of Astronomy at UCLA as a research assistant.
Liu earned his doctorate from the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, where he focused on applying machine learning and big data to develop diagnostics and therapeutics for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. His exposure to clinical trial inefficiencies during this work led him to found Formation Bio. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Yale University and a master’s degree in computational biology from the University of Cambridge, where he studied as a Paul Mellon Fellow. Liu also serves as an advisor to Harvard Business School’s MS/MBA program in biotechnology.
20. Laura Katz
CEO & Founder, Helaina
Laura Katz is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Helaina, a biotechnology company developing bioactive proteins for human nutrition. Using a proprietary precision fermentation process, the company produces proteins designed to align with human biology. Founded in 2019, Helaina began by evaluating the scientific data on human bioactive proteins and built its technology through thousands of lab experiments to enable protein production outside the body.
Prior to Helaina, Katz developed food products for NUGGS, Plated, and Dylan’s Candy Bar. She has reached viral success as a food scientist, generating over 60 million views via an 11-episode stint as the expert food scientist for Epicurious’ 4-Levels video series. Katz earned a master’s degree in food studies from New York University and a bachelor’s degree in food science and technology from Western University.
21. Jake Cooper
CEO & Co-Founder, Grow Therapy
Jake Cooper is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Grow Therapy. Grow Therapy is a mental health platform that connects therapists with insurance networks and clients, making high-quality care more accessible and affordable. The company empowers behavioral health providers to establish their own in-network practices. By supporting providers in building sustainable, independent practices, Grow Therapy expands access to high-quality, affordable mental health care, helping communities access the care they need one practice at a time.
Cooper brings over 10 years of experience to his current role. Before founding Grow Therapy, Cooper was an investment professional at Blackstone and, before that, an investment professional at Apollo Global Management Inc. Earlier in his career, he worked with Campus Enterprises LLC as a chief financial officer. Cooper graduated from Duke University with a bachelor’s degree in economics.
22. Allon Bloch
Co-Founder and CEO, K Health
Allon Bloch is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of K Health, an AI-driven primary care company dedicated to expanding access to high-quality healthcare. Its 24/7 virtual primary care solution serves millions of people across the United States through partnerships with leading health systems and insurers, as well as via a direct-to-consumer mobile application. The K Health platform integrates a clinical-grade medical chat and AI-powered predictive models built on large datasets, enabling physicians to optimize diagnosis and treatment while maintaining a strong focus on patient care.
Bloch first got his start in 1997 as a consultant at McKinsey & Company. From there, he went on to JVP, before eventually rising to CEO at Hydrogen Health, his most recent position prior to founding K Health. Bloch graduated from Columbia Business School with an MBA.
23. Akshay Venkitasubramanian
Co-Founder / Advisor, Nirvana Health
Akshay Venkitasubramanian is the Co-Founder and Advisor of Nirvana Health, a healthcare technology company focused on improving cost and coverage transparency, particularly in mental health care. Its platform automates benefit verification processes such as insurance eligibility checks and cost-share estimates, helping providers reduce administrative workload and enabling patients to make informed decisions about care. By streamlining access to accurate coverage information, Nirvana aims to eliminate common barriers like surprise bills, denied claims, and outdated policy data.
Venkitasubramanian’s extensive tenure in healthcare spans consulting, product management, technology strategy, and administration. With roots in Mount Sinai’s Specialty Care Team and as a product lead at Remedy Partners, his vision for Nirvana has been shaped by his diverse healthcare experiences. Previously, Venkitasubramanian served as an advisor at Jahani and Associates. Earlier in his career, he worked with North Carolina State University as a research associate in health systems.
Venkitasubramanian holds a master’s degree in industrial engineering from North Carolina State University and a bachelor’s degree in electronics and biomedical engineering from the Cochin University of Science and Technology.
24. Eric Marcotulli
Co-Founder & CEO, Elysium Health
Eric Marcotulli is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Elysium Health. Elysium Health develops health products and technologies based on aging research. The company works with scientists and research institutions to translate findings about cellular aging—particularly involving sirtuins and NAD+—into consumer-facing interventions. Its development pipeline includes compounds studied in preclinical and clinical trials, with a focus on long-term health and preventative care.
Before co-founding Elysium Health, Marcotulli was a partner at Sequoia Capital, where he focused on investments in healthcare and technology. Earlier in his career, he worked as an associate at Bain Capital Ventures. Marcotulli holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a bachelor’s degree in economics and finance from Princeton University.
25. Maria Luisa Pineda
CEO & Co-Founder, Envisagenics
Maria Luisa Pineda is the CEO and Co-Founder of Envisagenics. Envisagenics, founded in 2014 as a spinout of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating the development of innovative therapeutic solutions through RNA splicing analytics and artificial intelligence. The company focuses on the discovery of RNA therapeutics, addressing the needs of more than 30 million people in the United States affected by genetic diseases and cancers linked to RNA splicing mutations. With over 370 human diseases already associated with splicing errors, Envisagenics is committed to uncovering additional therapeutic opportunities.
Under her leadership, Envisagenics has received several SBIR grants from the National Institutes of Health and executed multiple research collaboration partnerships with biopharma companies. She is a founder member and the Secretary of the Alliance of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (AAIH), a non-profit advocacy and educational organization dedicated to promoting the development and implementation of AI in healthcare. She is also on the Board of Life Science Cares, a non-profit that leverages the power of the life science industry to solve poverty.
Pineda embarked on her career in STEM as a high school Intel International Science Fair winner in Miami after immigrating from Colombia in 2001. She received her doctorate from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory School of Biological Sciences as an Arnold and Mabel Beckman graduate student and a William Randolph Hearst Foundation scholar. After graduating, she acquired investment experience in technology and life-sciences startup companies at Canrock Ventures and Golden Seeds.
