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§ Private Profile · Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
Push Doctor is a technology company.
Push Doctor operates a digital health platform providing online primary care consultations. The company offers patients video appointments with UK-qualified General Practitioners, leveraging technology to deliver accessible healthcare services. Through its platform, users can obtain consultations for a wide range of conditions, alongside receiving prescriptions, sick notes, and specialist referrals digitally.
The company was co-founded in 2013 by Eren Ozagir and Matt Elcock. Their initial vision stemmed from recognizing the growing demand for convenient and timely access to medical advice, aiming to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare professionals through innovative digital solutions. This foresight positioned them to address the evolving needs of modern healthcare delivery.
Push Doctor serves individual patients seeking efficient access to medical care, both privately and through partnerships within the NHS. Its overarching mission is to empower individuals with patient-centric healthcare options, enhancing convenience and reducing barriers to medical support. The company continues to focus on integrating digital capabilities into everyday healthcare experiences.
Push Doctor has raised $36.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Push Doctor has raised $36.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Push Doctor has raised $36.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Push Doctor's investors include Michael Dimelow, Draper Esprit, DN Capital, Expon Capital, Hambro Perks, Partech Ventures, Seventure Partners, Greg Kidd.
Push Doctor has raised $36.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $26.0M Series B in July 2017.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2017 | $26M Series B | Michael Dimelow, Draper Esprit | DN Capital, Expon Capital, Hambro Perks, Partech Ventures, Seventure Partners, Greg Kidd | Announced |
| Jan 1, 2016 | $10M Series A | Draper Esprit | DN Capital, Expon Capital, Hambro Perks, Partech Ventures, Greg Kidd | Announced |
Push Doctor is a UK-based digital health technology company that pioneered online video consultations with NHS-trained GPs, enabling patients to access healthcare conveniently via smartphones and computers. It serves both NHS and private patients by providing remote GP appointments, prescription services, and integrated healthcare management tools. Push Doctor’s platform helps manage demand for GP services, matches patients with appropriate clinicians, and integrates disparate NHS databases to streamline healthcare delivery. The company emphasizes safety, clinical quality, and seamless NHS integration, making it a trusted partner in digital healthcare. It has demonstrated strong growth momentum, with 99% of its appointment slots filled and a reach of over 5 million patients before its acquisition by Square Health in 2021[1][2][3].
Push Doctor was founded in 2013 by Eren Ozagir and Matt Elcock. The idea originated when Ozagir fell ill during a business trip to Baltimore and recognized the potential for video consultations to improve healthcare access. Early funding of $1.2 million helped launch the platform, which became the UK’s first to offer video GP consultations online and via smartphone. The company gained early traction through a nationwide TV campaign in 2015 and later secured NHS partnerships, including a significant 2021 collaboration with GP practices in west London to serve over 300,000 patients. Key milestones include launching the UK’s first pharmacy-first digital service in partnership with Well Pharmacy and becoming the longest-standing digital partner to the NHS[1][3][4].
Push Doctor rides the accelerating trend of digital transformation in healthcare, particularly telemedicine and remote consultations, which gained critical importance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The timing is crucial as healthcare systems worldwide seek scalable, efficient ways to meet rising demand and improve patient access. Push Doctor’s ability to integrate deeply with NHS infrastructure positions it uniquely to influence the UK’s healthcare ecosystem by reducing waiting times, improving clinician efficiency, and enabling data interoperability. Its model exemplifies how technology can partner with public health systems rather than disrupt them, fostering trust and adoption. This approach supports broader shifts toward patient-centered, technology-enabled care delivery[1][3][4][5].
Looking ahead, Push Doctor is poised to expand its digital healthcare services under Square Health’s ownership, leveraging combined expertise to enhance clinical, technological, and service delivery capabilities. Trends such as AI, big data, and integrated digital health records will likely shape its evolution, enabling more personalized and efficient care. Its influence may grow as the NHS and other healthcare providers increasingly adopt digital-first models, making remote consultations a standard part of care pathways. Push Doctor’s continued focus on safety, integration, and clinician empowerment will be critical to maintaining leadership in the UK’s digital health landscape and potentially expanding internationally[4][5].