Sherman Leung

Sherman Leung is a uniquely interdisciplinary professional, seamlessly integrating his backgrounds in technology, product management, venture capital, and clinical medicine. This hybrid expertise allows him to approach healthcare challenges with a comprehensive understanding, bridging the gap between innovation and patient care. His personal website highlights his journey as a 'reformed programmer, product manager turned early-stage healthcare investor and emergency medicine resident physician.' shermanleung+1

Leung is deeply committed to leveraging technology and innovation to support underserved patient populations and build a more equitable, efficient, and cost-effective healthcare system. This commitment is evident in his current role as an emergency physician at safety-net hospitals and his work at a16z bio+health focusing on clinical AI and Medicaid engagement. He also founded MD+, a non-profit dedicated to empowering aspiring physician-innovators with a focus on improving healthcare. shermanleung+2

As an investor, Leung has significant experience in early-stage healthcare venture capital. At AlleyCorp Healthcare, he was a founding investor, leading investments in tech-enabled specialty care models and incubating healthcare companies. He is currently involved with several advisory roles in healthtech startups, including Bunkerhill Health, Counsel Health, Ansible Health, and Fortuna Health, often backed by prominent firms like a16z, Sequoia, and Pear VC. shermanleung+2

Leung is a strong advocate for mentorship and community building within the healthcare innovation and product management sectors. He actively dedicates time to mentor aspiring healthcare founders and 'non-traditional pre-meds.' He has also founded or co-founded numerous communities, including MD+, Path to Product, Social EMpathy, and PMs in Healthcare, connecting thousands of professionals and students. shermanleung+1