Meet the team
Dr Sumitra Kafle
CEO & Co-founder, Member of the Royal College of Anaesthesia
Dr Kafle studied Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) at The University of Bristol. Dr Kafle’s deep passion for innovation in health through technology and for global health led her to undertake BSc (Hons) in International Health at the University of Bristol.
Dr Navdeep Nath
Chief Medical Officer & Co-founder, Member of the Royal College of Physicians
Dr Nath is a British Doctor who studied BSc Immunology & Microbiology at the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, before studying Medicine & Surgery (MBChB) at the University of Bristol. He completed the prestigious MRCP qualification in Medicine.
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Sandip Kafle
Born in Nepal and raised in England, Sandip pursued his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Exeter. He has since gained broad experience working for NGOs in Europe and, more recently, the private investment sector.
His cross-sectoral experience in industries and markets has equipped him with relevant tools and experience to become a crucial cog in the development of Upacare’s technology.
Product Lead and Strategy Officer, Co-founder
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Catherine Hardiman
Experienced investor in early-stage ventures and has hands-on experience at start-ups, Hardiman has long been committed to the transformative impact of innovation. She holds a track record of developing strategy, growing businesses, managing risk and pioneering new areas of opportunity.
Formerly CEO of FXecosystem and has held senior positions at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley in Global Markets.
Advisor, Mentor, Friend
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Dr Emma Hirons
Dr Hirons, a British doctor, studied medicine at the University of Oxford. She obtained the prestigious MRCP qualification before embarking as a GP and acquiring full MRCGP.
Her experiences of primary healthcare span three different countries, having worked in Germany, Austria and the U.K. She is passionate about primary health care and teaching, providing invaluable insight and perspective.
Primary healthcare advisor