YC’s founder-matching service helped medical records AI startup Hona

Y Combinator's online founder-matching tool helps Hona, a GenAI medical records startup, secure $3M seed funding. Founders Yoesep and Steinle, reconnecting after respective careers, were joined by AI specialist Zhang after matching on YC's platform. Despite initial rejection from YC, Hona persisted and was accepted in the winter 2024 batch, with Duke and Harvard MDs testing the product.

• Hona secured a $3M seed funding from notable investors.
• The startup was initially rejected by Y Combinator.
• AI tool helps doctors prep for patient visits.
• Founders matched using YC's founder-matching service.
• Product trials are underway with Duke and Harvard MDs.