M3 Inc. (4YC)

Overview

M3, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2000, dedicated to providing a wide range of medical-related services over the Internet, primarily targeting physicians and healthcare professionals. Initially known as So-netM3, Inc., the company underwent a name change to M3, Inc. in January 2010. It operates across a diversified portfolio that includes Medical Platform, Evidence Solutions, Career Solutions, Site Solutions, and Overseas segments, catering to the information needs, career advancements, and operational efficiency of healthcare professionals. The company prides itself on being a pioneer in leveraging the internet for the dissemination of medical information and facilitating healthcare service delivery through innovative platforms and solutions.

Products and Services

• m3.com: A members-only website that serves as a comprehensive source of medical information for healthcare professionals. Through m3.com, members can access a wide array of medical knowledge and resources tailored to their professional needs.
• MR-kun: An information platform within m3.com designed for doctors, allowing them to independently, and continuously receive pertinent and timely medical information.
• QOL-kun: Offers life support information beyond just medical content to its members, covering various aspects of wellness and quality of life enhancements.
• AskDoctors: A public-facing service where registered doctors respond to health and illness-related questions from the general public, bridging the information gap between healthcare professionals and consumers.
• MDLinx: Catering to medical professionals in the United States, MDLinx offers a robust platform for accessing the latest in medical research, news, and career opportunities.
• Doctors.net.uk: A web service devoted to the professional development of doctors, offering services to pharmaceutical companies, and a comprehensive drug information database available in France, Germany, and Spain.
• m3.com CAREER: Provides specialized career services for doctors and pharmacists, including recruitment support and job advertisement postings, facilitating career growth and opportunities within the healthcare industry.
• Electronic Medical Records and Medical Equipment Services: Engages in the development, sale, and support of electronic medical records and medical equipment tailored for healthcare institutions, enhancing medical practice efficiency and patient care documentation.
• Marketing and Sales Support: Offers sales activities and marketing operations support for pharmaceuticals and medical devices primarily through the internet, assisting with the promotion and dissemination of healthcare products.
• Healthcare Professional Services: Provides a suite of services including survey services for medical professionals, management support and consulting for medical institutions, home-visit nursing services, and the operation of clinical trial facilities, aiming to optimize healthcare delivery and clinical research.