25 startups using AI to transform healthcare

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Google for Startups is dedicated to empowering companies that leverage AI to address the most pressing challenges in healthcare. I'm thrilled to share the launch of the third cohort of the Growth Academy: AI for Health program, which will support startups across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East in using AI to responsibly enhance the healthcare and wellbeing sector. This three-month initiative, set to begin in May, equips startups with essential tools and knowledge to grow and scale effectively. The program features virtual workshops on AI best practices, leadership development, responsible innovation, product design, and customer acquisition. Additionally, participants will benefit from personalized mentorship and technical support from Google's experts, ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle growth challenges. The continued product support and mentorship post-program will help lay a solid foundation for long-term success. I'm excited to introduce the inspiring startups from 16 countries selected for the 2025 cohort, all committed to improving patient care and advancing medical research: Advantis Medical Imaging (Greece) tackles the growing workload in radiology departments with its quantitative, automated, and accessible medical imaging software solutions. Ahead (Germany) offers a mobile app that uses AI and behavioral science to provide personalized emotional intelligence training. Through interactive exercises, the app helps users track emotions, break unhelpful thought patterns, and build resilience, promoting rapid behavior change. Ailin.Health (Spain) is an AI-powered Diagnostics-as-a-Service platform that simplifies testing and delivers smart health insights, making preventive healthcare more accessible and guiding patients and providers through the care pathway. BLUESKEYE AI (UK) employs artificial intelligence to analyze facial expressions and voice patterns, measuring medically relevant behaviors. Their technology aims to facilitate early diagnosis, monitor treatment effectiveness, and support pharmaceutical testing for conditions from driver fatigue to major depressive disorder. Daiser (UK) provides a modular, AI-native platform that streamlines the creation, scaling, and integration of personalized healthcare services. It's designed for care teams, commissioners, and creators to develop and procure affordable, adaptable health solutions. DeepEcho (Morocco) is revolutionizing maternal and fetal healthcare with its AI-driven healthtech startup, focusing on advanced ultrasound analysis. Doctor.One (Poland) is a digital healthcare platform that fosters continuous, relationship-driven care between doctors and patients, aiming to improve patient outcomes and reduce administrative burdens for doctors. dru (Egypt) is a digital health app that helps manage obesity and diabetes, offering continuous support and personalized care to help patients track and improve their health. EvidenceHunt (The Netherlands) is an AI-powered medical research platform that revolutionizes how professionals find, analyze, and process medical evidence. Fimo Health (Germany) serves as a digital companion for patients with chronic diseases, combining disease-specific learning with symptom tracking to help patients regain control and enhance their quality of life. Holi (Poland) is a digital clinic that transforms long-term healthy lifestyle management by blending human empathy with technological precision. Kanjo (UK) is a digital neurodevelopment platform that uses AI and clinical research to provide personalized support tools for pediatric mental health, serving clinicians, patients, insurers, and pharmaceutical companies. Klineo (France) is an AI-driven platform that connects patients and doctors with relevant clinical trials, enabling quick access to therapeutic innovations and direct communication with trial coordinators. Kor (France) is a proactive care platform that combines AI-powered health check-ups with continuous medical support to prevent disease and optimize health. LEIA Health (Sweden) is a mobile app for parents that provides AI-powered health support and personalized insights from pregnancy through postpartum, covering mental and physical wellness. Nest Genomics (Israel) develops software to bring genomic medicine to every patient, making it easier for organizations to implement and scale longitudinal genomic programs. Omniloy (Spain) is an AI-driven platform that helps hospitals deliver personalized care at scale by automating clinical documentation and streamlining patient communications. PBR Life Sciences (Nigeria) bridges gaps in critical healthcare data in emerging African markets through AI-powered analytics. Their subscription platform enables pharmaceutical companies and healthcare stakeholders to better understand underserved markets, reduce waste, and uncover profitable opportunities for drug discovery and distribution. Prosoma (Poland) offers a CE-certified, evidence-based medical app and coaching program that supports cancer patients, enhancing their quality of life by decreasing systemic treatment costs and improving patient outcomes. PulseLife (France) provides healthcare professionals with an up-to-date medical knowledge base and AI-powered clinical decision support. Their multi-platform solution helps doctors access relevant medical information quickly, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic decisions, reducing uncertainty in patient care, and improving overall care quality. Sincrolab (Spain) combines AI and neuroscience to deliver CE-certified digital cognitive therapies for conditions like ADHD. Their platform enables remote prescription and monitoring of personalized, non-pharmacological mental health treatments. SPRYT (Ireland) offers Asa, an Adaptive Scheduling Agent that allows patients to book and manage medical appointments via messaging platforms (WhatsApp or RCS/SMS) without downloading apps. This AI-powered system predicts no-shows, answers basic questions, and personalizes communication, improving access for patients while reducing administrative work for providers. Takalam (UAE) is a mental well-being platform that integrates AI, digital therapeutics, and agentic AI to enhance mental health screening, prevention, and personalized care. Valeo Health (UAE) enables patients across the UAE and KSA to access instant virtual doctor consultations and home diagnostics through an AI-powered platform. YOUTH Health Tech (Germany) provides health check-ups in under 2 minutes using just a smartphone. Through a face video, audio recording, and eye pictures, users can screen for early signs of health risks. By supporting these high-potential startups that use AI to responsibly advance the healthcare and wellbeing industry, we're investing in a healthier future for all.

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