Bodylabs offers companies the opportunity to have their employees medically checked out. Both employers and employees benefit from this. Founders Sebastian Dünnebeil and Michael Theodossiou revealed exactly how this works in our 7 questions.
1. Who are you and what do you do? Please briefly introduce yourself and your startup!
Bodylabs GmbH was founded by Sebastian Dünnebeil (computer scientist) and Michael Theodossiou (insurance salesman). We came together in the Allianz incubator (Allianz X), although the idea originated in a previous venture by Sebastian.
We offer a comprehensive, fun health check in just 15 minutes. The results are evaluated in real time in our app and explained to the participant. The software creates a personalized prevention program based on the collected risk profile. Doctors advise participants in a subsequent video consultation and refine the prevention programs.
With each use, the app learns which preventive measures are well-received for customer profiles. Follow-up checkups demonstrate the effectiveness of the measures. Risk reduction can be monetized for a collective.
Bodylabs as an “employee benefit”
Our lab allows for the recording of 60 vital signs in just 15 minutes. It's mobile and can be operated by medically trained personnel in almost any location. The lab requires only about 10 square meters of space, making it ideal for use in companies or fitness centers. The product has medical device certification, and its data protection has been audited by TÜV.
Bodylabs currently offers the screening to employers. Up to 50% of employees participate, and the time commitment is minimal. The checkup achieves outstanding satisfaction ratings (100%). Serious problems are identified in 51-101 employees, who are then referred to the healthcare system.
The app allows employees' risk factors to be specifically addressed with digital programs without the employer exerting direct influence on the employees. Bodylabs is thus an "employee benefit" that saves employers money. Companies receive an aggregated report on employee health, but not health data on individual employees.
2. But that's been around for a long time!
Apple didn't invent the cell phone, but they did redesign it somewhat.
3. What has been your biggest challenge so far?
Entering the B2B market as a startup with a medical device. The first big customer is already a tough nut to crack; then things get easier.
4. Let’s get down to business: How is business going?
Well, companies have already paid for 5,000 health checks for their employees and we have already licensed the platform.
Munich offers investors, employees and customers
5. What does Munich mean to you?
The greater Munich area offers us a wide range of companies from various industries that we can acquire as customers. The proximity and numerous events connect us with decision-makers within these companies. The location also offers great opportunities for raising financing. It's possible to connect with many investors in a short period of time. The universities in the region provide us with good access to qualified employees.
6. How will your startup become the next unicorn? Or will we see you soon at Epic Fail Night?
In the age of telemedicine, healthcare will no longer be able to survive without key performance indicators. We are simply the most attractive way to obtain compelling health metrics.
7. Club or pub: Helene or Harlequin?
Anyone who calls the Harlekin a pub doesn’t know the Munich Boazn.
