Proof of Usefulness Report

OnlineDoctor

Analysis completed on 2/13/2026

+422
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

OnlineDoctor is a highly successful, verified health-tech company (acquired by Lohmann & Rauscher in March 2025). It is the leading teledermatology provider in the DACH region with over 600 specialist partners and 70,000+ patients. The platform offers high real-world utility by reducing specialist wait times from weeks to 48 hours and is reimbursed by major health insurers. While the user submission contained hyperbolic and lazy claims ('most people have used my product'), independent verification confirms strong market traction, significant funding (~$9M), and a successful exit, justifying a high score despite the poor submission quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142.5
Audience Reach Impact+70.0
Technical Innovation+56.3
Evidence Of Traction+142.5
Market Timing Relevance+45.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+458.8
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+422

Project Details

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Description
OnlineDoctor is an innovative health-tech Start-up. Founded in Switzerland in 2016, OnlineDoctor is the leading provider of teledermatology in Europe today. Anyone with a skin problem can receive a diagnosis and therapy recommendation from a dermatologist of their choice within a maximum of 48 hours - no waiting or travel time needed. With a network of more than 1000 health partners, we are dedicated every single day to enable specialists to offer timely, affordable and high-quality digital treatment to their patients.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline