At the recent Connecting Ideas With Money session on August 4th, 2023, founder Srinivas M introduced Lyfguard , a Bengaluru-based tech startup that aims to transform healthcare connectivity. Lyfguard’s mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and patients, making critical medical services as accessible and efficient as modern conveniences.
Lyfguard is focused on creating software tools that empower healthcare providers to connect seamlessly with their patients and beyond. The company’s initial focus is on an Ambulance Management Solution, which aims to revolutionize ambulance bookings for hospitals and the general public.
Lyfguard tackles significant challenges in medical transport and healthcare, including:
- Timely Access to Ambulance Services: Lyfguard’s platform ensures quick access to emergency medical services.
- Efficient Ambulance Dispatch: The company streamlines dispatch processes to reduce response times.
- Expanding Ambulance Network: Lyfguard extends ambulance services to a wider network of hospitals.
- Direct Public Access: Public users can directly book ambulances, reducing reliance on intermediaries.
- Real-time Tracking: The platform offers real-time tracking for transparency and peace of mind.
The startup acts as a crucial intermediary, connecting hospitals with private ambulance owners and enabling direct ambulance bookings for the public. This innovation aims to make emergency medical services more accessible, efficient, and reliable.
Lyfguard’s journey began when founder Srinivas M witnessed the need for immediate medical care due to accidents and injuries. This personal experience led to the realization that technology could bridge the gap in ambulance services, giving rise to Lyfguard. Despite challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the team remains determined and is working on refining their MVP. The vision is to provide seamless, efficient, and accessible healthcare services for all.
Team:
Srinivas M: From a dropout at RV School of Architecture to CEO, Srinivas’ journey is marked by determination and innovation.
Vijay Kumar: An experienced software developer and now CTO of Lyfguard, Vijay’s expertise drives the company’s tech-driven solutions.
Discover Lyfguard’s evolving platform at www.lyfguard.in
