Holistic digital health solution for combating obesity

Founded by health care professionals in Sweden in 2021, Yazen is pioneering a revolutionary approach to obesity treatment through digital healthcare. Combining groundbreaking weight loss medications with comprehensive lifestyle guidance, Yazen offers a holistic, data-driven solution. With over 20,000 active users who have collectively lost 200+ tons, Yazen stands out in treating the global obesity epidemic. Its innovative model provides personalised obesity programmes through an advanced yet user-friendly app, enhancing access to specialist care including doctors, coaches, dietitians, psychologists and physiotherapists.

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Website:

https://www.yazen.com/

Founded:

2021

We joined:

2024

Founded by:

Fredrik Meurling, Magnus Nyhlen, Martin Carlsson, Otto Bretz

ESG-list:

Growth partners:

Mikael Hed

EGP team member:

Maiju Aspegren

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