Alfie Analysis
What is Alfie?
Alfie built an AI-supported obesity and metabolic health clinic around its ObesityRx platform. The site now states that Alfie has joined knownwell, and that standalone access to the platform and affiliated clinics has shut down. Knownwell described Alfie as an online precision medical clinic that used AI to generate evidence-based weight management recommendations.
Location
New York, United States
Employees
1-10
Founded
2022
Revenue
$154K - $6M
Product Features & Capabilities
- Weight management, comprehensive primary care, nutrition counseling, health coaching, remote patient monitoring
Pricing
- Patients who decide to pay out of pocket are charged $120 a month.
Who are the founders of Alfie
AS
Alexander Singh
Founder
HS
Hasan Syed
Founder
Market Focus
The company primarily focuses on the healthcare industry, specifically in obesity medicine and primary care.
Business Model
AI-driven personalized weight loss solutions; revenue from telehealth services and partnerships.
Competitors Overview
Knownwell's main competitors in the obesity medicine and primary care market include:
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One Medical: A membership-based primary care service that emphasizes convenience and accessibility. Unlike Knownwell, One Medical operates a more traditional model with physical locations and a focus on general primary care rather than specifically on obesity medicine.
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Calibrate: A weight loss program that combines medical and lifestyle interventions. Calibrate focuses on metabolic health and offers a structured program that includes medication, coaching, and support. Knownwell differentiates itself by providing a more comprehensive range of primary care services alongside obesity treatment.
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Noom: A digital health platform that uses psychology to help users change their eating habits and lifestyle. Noom primarily focuses on behavioral change and weight management through an app-based approach, while Knownwell offers in-person consultations and a more integrated healthcare experience.
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Alfie Health: Recently acquired by Knownwell, Alfie Health is an AI-powered obesity care startup that provides personalized weight loss plans. The integration of Alfie's technology into Knownwell's services enhances its offerings in obesity treatment.
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Good Measures: A company that provides personalized nutrition and health coaching. Good Measures focuses on dietary interventions, whereas Knownwell offers a broader range of healthcare services, including primary care.
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Alchemy Health: This company provides personalized health solutions, including weight management. Knownwell's advantage lies in its patient-centered approach and comprehensive care model.
These competitors vary in their approaches, with some focusing on technology and app-based solutions, while others emphasize in-person care and comprehensive health services.
Investors
- Knownwell (acquirer of Alfie Health)
- A16z (Andreessen Horowitz, a venture capital firm that backed Knownwell)
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