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Rock Health Capital

North America, California, United States, San Francisco

Description

Rock Health Capital stands as a leading seed-stage venture fund exclusively dedicated to fostering innovation within the digital health sector. Based in San Francisco, California, it operates as the investment arm of the broader Rock Health organization, which also encompasses an advisory division. The fund's core mission revolves around identifying and empowering early-stage companies that are leveraging technology to address critical challenges and opportunities across the healthcare landscape. Their investment philosophy emphasizes backing strong founding teams, compelling technological solutions, and ventures targeting substantial market opportunities within digital health.

The fund distinguishes itself through a "full-service" approach, extending beyond mere capital provision. Rock Health Capital offers its portfolio companies comprehensive strategic guidance, hands-on operational support, and invaluable access to its extensive network of industry experts, healthcare providers, and potential partners. This holistic support system is designed to accelerate the growth and market penetration of their invested startups, helping them navigate the complex regulatory and commercial environments inherent in healthcare. According to their official website, the fund typically deploys initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million, specifically targeting seed-stage digital health enterprises.

Rock Health Capital has demonstrated a robust and consistent investment pace since its inception. As a testament to its deep engagement in the digital health ecosystem, the firm has made over 120 investments in innovative startups, significantly contributing to the expansion and maturation of the sector. Their strategic investments have also yielded considerable success, with more than 25 portfolio companies achieving successful exits through acquisition. This track record underscores Rock Health Capital's pivotal role in identifying and nurturing the next generation of digital health leaders, solidifying its position as a key catalyst for technological advancement and improved patient outcomes in healthcare.

Investor Profile

Rock Health Capital has backed more than 110 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 22 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, Denmark.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Medical.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $1.5M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (73%)
  • Series A (14%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Pre Seed (3%)
  • Grant (2%)
  • Series C (1%)
  • Series Unknown (1%)
  • Angel (1%)
  • Convertible Note (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (98%)
  • Singapore (1%)
  • Denmark (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Software
  • Medical
  • Wellness
  • Information Technology
  • Mhealth
  • Fitness
  • Medical Device
  • Analytics
  • Mobile
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Rock Health Capital frequently co-invest with?

First Round Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Kleiner Perkins
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
New Enterprise Associates
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
Aberdare Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Y Combinator
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 4
Great Oaks Venture Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 10
HealthTech Capital
North America, California, United States, Los Altos Hills
Co-Investments: 4
Morado Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
Social Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
Asset Management Ventures (AMV)
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Rock Health Capital often collaborate with?

JD
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Shared Deals: 1
David Vivero
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
JN
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
CB
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
ED
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
RR
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
RM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
SJ
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
CL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
FN
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Rock Health Capital?

Ours Privacy

Houston, Texas, United States

Ours Privacy provides a HIPAA-compliant CDP for secure, privacy-focused data management, analytics, and compliant advertising.

AnalyticsInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware
SeedJul 28, 2025
Synapticure

Chicago, Illinois, United States

We provide neurodegenerative disease patients with expert MDs and 24/7 wrap around care, no matter where you live in the US

Health CareMedicalNeuroscienceWellness
Series ANov 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Pear Suite

Seattle, Washington, United States

Pear Suite helps community health workers to address social determinants of health through culturally sensitive care navigation.

Health CareWellness
SeedJun 24, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Marigold Health

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Marigold Health uses chat support groups to make substance use treatment more engaging and personalized for vulnerable populations.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalNatural Language ProcessingPsychology
Series AJun 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
Rosarium Health

Denver, Colorado, United States

Rosarium is a platform for service providers with customers to execute accessible house assessments and accessible home modifications.

LeasingReal EstateService Industry
Pre SeedMay 15, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,700,000
Oula Health

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Oula Health offers integrated obstetric and midwifery care for pregnancy and childbirth.

Health CarePersonal HealthWomen's
Series AJan 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $19,100,000
WellTheory

Atherton, California, United States

WellTheory is a virtual care platform providing autoimmune and inflammatory conditions care services.

Health CareMedicalPersonal Health
SeedNov 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,200,000
Ribbon Health

New York, New York, United States

Ribbon Health is a predictive analytics and data platform for the healthcare industry.

AnalyticsDeveloper APIsHealth CaremHealthPredictive Analytics
Series BNov 16, 2021
Amount Raised: $43,500,000
JOON

Los Angeles, California, United States

Wellness Benefits for the Modern Workforce

Human Resources
SeedJul 15, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,300,000
Zus Health

Watertown, Massachusetts, United States

Zus Health helps a new wave of healthcare builders to create technologies and services without the usual blockers.

Health CareInformation TechnologyMedical
Series AJun 17, 2021
Amount Raised: $34,000,000