We invest in early stage technology companies revolutionizing healthcare.
We back ambitious founders revolutionizing healthcare through technology.
With our founders we make the world a healthier place. Through our investments in early-stage tech companies, our vision is to improve the health of
Demographic Inversion
The population pyramid is flipping. An aging society requires a fundamental redesign.
Labor Scarcity
The workforce is vanishing. By 2025, Germany faces 1.2 million vacant positions.
Cost Divergence
Healthcare costs have grown 3× faster than GDP. The system is drowning in overhead.
What we are looking for
Extended Europe
Focus on DACH, Benelux, and Emerging Hubs.
Early Stage
Pre-Seed to Series A. Being first is our DNA.
Health Tech
Addressing the demographic & cost challenges.
€300k - €1.5M
Initial ticket size with reserves for follow-on.
Our Portfolio companies
Noah Labs
A breakthrough for heart failure – Noah Labs Vox is the most advanced algorithm for the early detection of cardiac decompensation.
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Remi Health
Introducing Diagnostics as a Service – Remi Health enables effortless integration of at-home diagnostics into your products, making health data accessible anywhere.
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We are convinced that technology can tackle the fundamental challenges in healthcare, placing digitalization at the forefront of our efforts. We believe that innovations and young enterprises are not only economically impactful but also serve as pivotal drivers for socially sustainable progress.
Dr. rer. pol. Thomas Goergen
Founding & Managing Partner;
Investment Mgt. & Investor Relations
Prof. Dr. med. Silke R. Sperling
Founding & Managing Partner;
Investment Mgt.
Dr.-Ing. Christian Goergen
Founding & Managing Partner;
Investment Mgt.
Willibrord Ehses
Managing Partner
Investment Mgt. & Operations
Adrian Goergen
Principal
Investment Mgt.
Our Experience & Expertise
Exits
as Business Angels / Family Office/ Entrepreneurs
Investments
as Business Angels / Family Office
Years of Experience
in Healthcare & Tech
Years of Experience
in Entrepeneurship
Years of Experience
Venture Capital / Fund Industry
Transaction Cycles
as Venture Capitalists
Advisory Board
- Capital 40 under 40
- CEO & Founder of Qunomedical - a digital health company connecting patients and doctors worldwide
- Medical and consulting background (McKinsey & Company)
- 20+ years in healthcare management
- Former CEO of a major hospital network
- Advisor to health-tech accelerators
- International expansion specialist
- Former VP Sales at a global MedTech company
- Experience in 30+ countries
- Investment fund structuring expert
- Managing Partner at a Luxembourg law firm
- Specialises in VC/PE fund formation
Insights & News
Revolutionizing Cardiac Care with Noah Labs Vox
Heart failure management is about to change. We are proud to support Noah Labs as they roll out Vox, the most advanced algorithm designed for the early detection of cardiac decompensation…
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Remi Health defines "Diagnostics as a Service"
Making health data accessible requires seamless integration. Remi Health is leading the way by allowing companies to effortlessly embed at-home diagnostics into their own products. Welcome to the future…
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Why the Future of Health Tech is "Predictive"
The healthcare paradigm is shifting from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. In our latest report, we analyze why AI-driven diagnostics and remote monitoring are the most critical investment…
Read articleDigital Therapeutics: The Next Frontier in Patient Care
Software-based interventions are transforming how chronic conditions are managed. We explore the regulatory landscape and market potential of digital therapeutics in Europe…
Read articleHow Remote Patient Monitoring Reduces Hospital Readmissions
Studies show that continuous monitoring can reduce 30-day readmissions by up to 38%. We dive into the data behind the most promising RPM startups in our portfolio and beyond…
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