TimelyMD Recognized for Virtual Care Innovation in 2022 MedTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Annual Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Health & Medical Technology Products and Companies

FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MedTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global health and medical technology market, has named TimelyMD, the leading virtual health and well-being solution for college and university students, the “Best Overall Mobile Health Solution” in the sixth annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards program.

TimelyMD serves as a 24/7 virtual extension of campus health and counseling center resources, with a goal of improving student well-being, engagement, and retention. Through the TimelyCare platform on their phone or other device, nearly one million students have access to a wide-ranging menu of virtual mental health and medical care options from licensed physicians and counselors in all 50 states – at no cost and without the hassle of traditional insurance.

“We are proud to accept this MedTech Breakthrough recognition as it validates our innovator role at the intersection of higher education, healthcare, and technology. Through TimelyCare, we are proud to deliver best-in-class virtual care to help students thrive,” said Luke Hejl, CEO and co-founder of TimelyMD. “Meeting the need for equitable, on-demand access to care is a critical challenge that extends beyond campus boundaries. We are grateful to the colleges and universities that trust us to provide complete clinical care, advanced technology, and expert guidance to improve their students’ physical and mental health.”

Currently TimelyMD partners with 200 campuses across the country, including Duke University, Emory University, Georgetown University, Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, University of Chicago, University of Virginia, Wake Forest University and Washington University in St. Louis. It also serves more than half a million community college students, with system agreements in California, Connecticut and Virginia.

The mission of the MedTech Breakthrough Awards is to honor excellence and recognize the innovation, hard work and success in a range of health and medical technology categories, including Telehealth, Clinical Administration, Patient Engagement, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Virtual Care, Medical Devices, Medical Data and many more. This year’s program attracted more than 3,900 nominations from over 15 different countries throughout the world.

“Our nation’s economic future and global competitiveness are directly linked to the health and well-being of college students today, and TimelyMD is delivering a ‘breakthrough’ platform to improve the health and wellness of these students,” said James Johnson, managing director, MedTech Breakthrough. “TimelyMD’s virtual health and well-being platform provides anytime access to support, breaks through COVID-19 isolation, and reduces the stigma of seeking care, and we are proud to recognize TimelyMD as a 2022 MedTech Breakthrough Award winner.”

The MedTech Breakthrough Award is the latest in a series of recent recognitions for TimelyMD. D CEO Magazine recently honored the company for outstanding “Achievement in Innovation” as well as “Innovation in Healthcare.” In March, Inc. magazine ranked TimelyMD as the seventh-fastest growing private company in the Southwest and first among those in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

About TimelyMD

TimelyMD is the leading virtual health and well-being solution for higher education. Its mission is to improve the well-being of college students by making virtual medical and mental health care accessible anytime, anywhere. TimelyMD’s virtual care platform, TimelyCare, includes a range of services, including mental health counseling, on-demand emotional support, medical care, psychiatric care, health coaching, basic needs assistance, faculty and staff guidance, and digital self-care content. Visit timely.md to learn how TimelyMD is inspiring the digital transformation of campus health and the future of student care.

About MedTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the MedTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in medical and health related technology companies, products, services and people. The MedTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough health and medical companies and products in categories that include Patient Engagement, mHealth, Health & Fitness, Clinical Administration, Healthcare IoT, Medical Data, Healthcare Cybersecurity and more. For more information visit MedTechBreakthrough.com.