Full-Time

Primary Care Physician

Posted on 7/19/2023

Forward

Forward

501-1,000 employees

Subscription-based insurance-free healthcare services

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$185k - $270kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Entry, Junior

Glendale, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Glendale, CA.

Category
Physicians & Surgeons
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • MD or DO
  • Board certified
  • Clinical experience in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Responsibilities
  • Provide high quality patient-centered, comprehensive primary care services
  • Participate in the selection of a suitable treatment plan for all patients
  • Supervise other medical staff to ensure the care team is providing appropriate care in accordance with their duties and obligations
  • Be proactive in ensuring adequate follow up of patients and their concerns (will be facilitated greatly by our technology and workflow tools)
  • Provide continuous availability for medical and technical questions to the employees, patient care staff and ancillary care providers including limited after-hours coverage
  • Actively participate in the development of new technology and protocols to improve patient care and outcomes
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, nurses, health coaches and medical assistants

GoForward provides healthcare services without the need for traditional insurance, focusing on prevention and continuous health monitoring. Clients subscribe to a monthly service that includes unlimited access to doctors, personalized health plans, and the use of wearable devices to track health metrics. This approach allows GoForward to offer a more cost-effective and efficient alternative to conventional healthcare, targeting proactive individuals and those with chronic conditions. The company differentiates itself by utilizing data-driven technology to deliver personalized health recommendations and early warnings for potential health issues. GoForward's goal is to reduce healthcare costs while improving health outcomes for its clients.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$316.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-10%

2 year growth

-10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI-driven personalized health recommendations are increasingly popular, aligning with Forward's offerings.
  • Wearable technology integration in healthcare supports Forward's continuous monitoring approach.
  • Growing demand for preventive healthcare services benefits Forward's preventive care focus.

What critics are saying

  • Forward's sudden closure risks damaging its reputation and customer trust.
  • Layoffs and service cessation indicate potential financial instability or strategic misalignment.
  • Closure may lead to legal challenges from customers over medical record access.

What makes Forward unique

  • Forward leverages AI and wearable tech for continuous health monitoring and personalized care.
  • The company offers an insurance-free, subscription-based healthcare model focused on prevention.
  • Forward's CarePods provide on-demand access to comprehensive health services and diagnostics.

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Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Care On-Site

Mental Health Care

Vision Insurance

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