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SideBy Care
Boulder, Colorado, United States
SideBy Care, Inc. is a Boulder, Colorado virtual healthcare company focused on disorders of gut–brain interaction, including irritable bowel syndrome and functional digestive symptoms. Its Mind-Gut Program extends gastroenterology practices with coordinated behavioral health, registered-dietitian nutrition care and care advocacy through virtual visits. CEO and co-founder Patrick Leonard, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer Sahil R. Patel, MD, and Director of Clinical Operations Norah Candito are publicly identified leaders. The company describes AI-assisted clinical workflows and EHR integration; its December2025 founder interview described a personalized AI dietitian as a planned product rather than an established autonomous treatment. A March2026 Unio Specialty Care partnership verifies clinical delivery, while current company communications describe complementary behavioral and nutrition support for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis alongside medical care. Patient-reported program results are company-reported outcomes, not independent randomized efficacy evidence. This is a healthcare service, with no verified drug or device marketing approval attributed to the programme. FirstMile Ventures lists SideBy Care in its investment portfolio; the financing amount, stage and date are undisclosed. Colorado’s official grant-recipient report confirms an Advanced Industries non-dilutive award, with disbursement unverified. Public leadership coverage does not establish a complete clinical-staff or board roster. Current Play Money member holdings also verify a platform-sponsored investment through a Clutch Capital series vehicle; the operating platform is distinct from the legal SPV, and its initial $250,000 offering target with zero sales is not assigned as SideBy Care cash.
Founded 2023
Team
Angel LewisClinical Team Member (Licensed Professional Counselor; exact employer title unpublished) |
 Anna JuarezClinical Team Member (Licensed Professional Counselor; exact employer title unpublished) |
Jessica Person EckertClinical Team Member (Registered Dietitian; exact employer title unpublished) |
 Norah CanditoDirector of Clinical Operations |
Paige LeonardTeam Member (current self-profile; specific job title unpublished) |
 Patrick Leonard (SideBy Care)CEO and Co-Founder |
 Sahil R. PatelCo-Founder and Chief Medical Officer |
 Sarah VollingClinical Team Member (Registered Dietitian; exact employer title unpublished) |