Virta Health

Virta Health is a healthcare company based in San Francisco, focused on reversing type 2 diabetes and obesity. Founded in 2014 by Sami Inkinen, along with Dr. Stephen Phinney and Dr. Jeffrey Volek, Virta aims to reverse type 2 diabetes in 100 million people by 2025. The company addresses a global health crisis with a scientifically backed, technology-enabled care model. Virta Health offers a personalized nutrition program that emphasizes real food with minimal carbohydrates, combined with continuous remote care from physician-led teams. Patients have 24/7 access to their care team, which includes physicians, health coaches, and dietitians, all supported by a technology platform that utilizes AI and data analytics. This approach enables sustainable lifestyle changes and medication reduction. Virta operates on a performance-based model, charging enterprise partners only when patients achieve significant health improvements. The company serves individuals with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, as well as employers, health plans, and healthcare providers looking to enhance diabetes care.