Kunj G. Patel, MD MSc

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Venture Partner at Pioneer Fund

San Francisco, California, United States

Overview

Dr. Kunj Patel is a triple board-certified physician, founder, and venture partner specializing in longevity. With a background in applied mathematics and training from Harvard, he leads research and entrepreneurial ventures like SafeBeat Rx to extend human healthspan. He has secured over $2. 5M in NIH funding as a primary investigator.

Outside of his medical and entrepreneurial work, Dr. Patel is an endurance athlete, having completed six marathons and an Ironman triathlon. His interests also include long-distance running and SCUBA diving, for which he is PADI Open Water certified, reflecting a personal commitment to physical and mental resilience.

Unique fact: He developed a fully integrated remote patient monitoring platform to facilitate care during the COVID-19 pandemic for his private practice.

Personality Overview

Thorough Evaluator

Fast But Analytical

Quality Focused

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Topics They Care About

Longevity Science
As a physician and NIH-funded researcher, his entire career is focused on interventions to extend healthspan and lifespan. He is a frequent speaker at longevity summits.
Translational Research
He has over 18 years of experience in applying research to clinical practice and has been the primary investigator on NIH grants totaling over $2. 5 million.
Health Technology
As the Founder, President, and CTO of SafeBeat Rx, he is actively developing technology to power cardiac therapeutics and improve patient access to care.

Media Appearances

Kunj has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Venture Partner at Pioneer Fund
President - Founder - Chief Technology Officer at SafeBeat Rx
Board of Directors, National Young Physician Director (2019) at American Society of Interventional Pain Pain Physicians
11-2019
Founder at Crissp
3-2020 - 3-2021
Teaching Attending Physician at Crissp

Education

Education details unavailable from Y Combinator
2018 - 2019
Chief Pain Fellow from Harvard University

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Exp : 2 Location : San Francisco, California, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Venture Partner at Pioneer Fund
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Insights For Selling To Kunj G.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kunj G. is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kunj G.

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kunj G. move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Kunj G. take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

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