Long River Ventures

What is Long River Ventures?

Long River Ventures, branded as LRVHealth, is a venture capital firm specializing in the healthcare sector.

Since 2000, LRVHealth has focused on transforming healthcare by partnering with entrepreneurs who seek to address significant challenges and opportunities within the industry. The firm acts as an early-stage investor, often serving as the first institutional capital for disruptive healthcare companies.

They target innovations across a broad spectrum of the healthcare ecosystem, including HealthTech, Healthcare IT, Medical Devices, and related services. With an approach centered on a deep understanding of the intricacies of the U.S. healthcare system, the firm extends its expertise in scaling efforts across various healthcare delivery models and aiding in the establishment of new standards of care. LRVHealth boasts a successful track record with investments in companies like GetWellNetwork, Phreesia, Intelycare, Medventive, Diameter Health, and Verata.

Their investment strategy involves leveraging their considerable experience as operators inside the healthcare industry, as well as utilizing a significant strategic network, wherein their network delivers care to over 200 million Americans daily. With a venture capital platform connecting leading healthcare organizations and entrepreneurs, LRVHealth provides more than just funding; they act as valuable thought and action partners to their investees. The goal is to push the boundaries of healthcare, ensuring that patients have access to life-altering healthcare technology and services.

Moreover, LRVHealth has a $50 million management portfolio through earlier funds and focuses on regions outside traditional venture hotspots like Boston and New York, looking instead to emerging markets in the Northeast.