After a year-long quest, AI for Good has announced the winner of the global startup pitching competition. The Innovation Factory top prize was awarded to DoctorOnCall, a digital health solution, during a live Grand Finale hosted by the International Telecommunication Union.
DoctorOnCall, developed in Malaysia, won first place for their remote healthcare application that enables patients to access medical video visits and health information virtually on their smartphone or computers at any time and anywhere. It was deemed the winning solution to help to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals from over 150 startups that entered the competition this year.
This innovative and scalable solution using AI was seen to make a real impact on lives, and one that can help advance good health and well-being, UN SDG3. Their digital solution helps people access trusted medical advice and heathcare. With smart and localized content, they are bridging the digital health divide.