Mobile Medical Communities

A modern, mobile-first platform that connects people with the same medical conditions, creating valuable communities for support, advice sharing, and empathy. This would be a reboot of the PatientsLikeMe concept, but simpler and more accessible.

Key Points:

• Core Concept:

  • Connect people with the same medical conditions
  • Create communities where people can share experiences and support
  • Focus on mobile-first, simple user experience

• Growth Strategy:

  • Start with existing Facebook groups for medical conditions
  • Use Google Adwords targeting people searching for specific conditions
  • Build communities of tens of thousands of members per condition

• Value Proposition:

  • People can find others with same rare conditions
  • Creates bonding through shared experiences
  • Provides emotional support and practical advice
  • Helps people who can't find support in their real life

• Business Potential:

  • PatientsLikeMe raised $150M, indicating market opportunity
  • Possible revenue streams:
    • Premium memberships
    • Premium education content
    • Members lounge access
    • Pharmaceutical company partnerships

• Proof of Concept:

  • Strong user engagement when people seek help
  • People eagerly share detailed solutions when they've overcome similar problems
  • High response rates to medical condition queries