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Andres Fonseca

Andres Fonseca, MBBS, MD, MRCPsych


CEO, Co-Founder, and Medical Director



Professional Overview
Andres Fonseca is an accomplished medical professional and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the CEO, Co-Founder, and Medical Director of multiple organizations, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership, clinical expertise, and a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative digital health solutions.

Experience Summary

Current Roles
_CEO and Co-Founder, Thrive Therapeutic Software (2012 - Present)_
  • Provides strategic direction and oversees the development of Thrive's award-winning digital mental health platform, used by over 500,000 individuals globally

  • Drives innovation in the field of digital therapeutics, with a focus on improving access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health support

  • Leads a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, technologists, and researchers to deliver cutting-edge digital health solutions


_Medical Director and Co-Founder, Pathfinder Healthcare Group (2018 - Present)_
  • Responsible for the clinical governance and medical strategy of Pathfinder, a leading provider of integrated healthcare services in the UK

  • Ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through the effective use of digital technologies and evidence-based practices


Career Progression
Prior to his current roles, Andres served as a Consultant Psychiatrist and Director at FMP Medical Consulting, where he provided expert advisory services to healthcare organizations. He also held various locum and specialist registrar positions within the UK National Health Service (NHS), gaining extensive experience in old age psychiatry and mental health service delivery.

Academic Background
Andres holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the University of London, as well as a Master of Science (MSc) in Psychiatry from University College London. He is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) and has completed additional postgraduate training in digital health and medical leadership.

Areas of Expertise
  • Mental health and digital therapeutics

  • Healthcare innovation and digital transformation

  • Clinical governance and medical strategy

  • Psychiatric care and service delivery

  • Entrepreneurship and business strategy


Professional Impact
  • Pioneered the development of Thrive's award-winning digital mental health platform, which has been recognized for its clinical effectiveness and positive impact on user well-being

  • Served as an Honorary Lecturer at University College London and the University of Roehampton, contributing to the education and training of the next generation of healthcare professionals

  • Actively engaged in research and publications focused on the integration of digital technologies in mental health care, with the goal of improving access and outcomes for patients


Conclusion
Andres Fonseca is a visionary leader and medical professional committed to driving innovation in the healthcare industry. Through his roles as CEO, Co-Founder, and Medical Director, he continues to shape the future of digital therapeutics and integrated healthcare, making a profound impact on the lives of patients and the broader medical community.