Founders: Fodhil Benturquia
The Middle East’s 50 Most-Funded Startups
Rank: #18
Okadoc
Country: U.A.E.
Funding: $12.3 million
Investors: ADIO, Ithmar Capital Partners & others
Founded In: 2018
Online doctor-appointment booking and Telemedicine platform
Dubai-based Okadoc enables patients to find nearby doctors, book appointments and read reviews online. The company also has a footprint in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. Founder Fodhil Benturquia was previously the CEO of Noon Group and general manager at Souq.com Saudi Arabia. Okadoc closed a $10 million Series A round in 2020 following a $2.3 million seed round in 2018.