Chicago, February 6, 2024 – Cylinder, the employee benefit for GI care, today announced that it was named to the 2024 New York Digital Health 100 (DH100), a recognition that highlights the leading digital health startups in New York. Digital Health New York (DHNY) publishes the annual list in conjunction with the New York Healthcare Innovation Report which takes an in-depth look at the investment trends, opportunities, and challenges in the digital health sector.
“Millions of workers across the country struggle with debilitating GI symptoms and issues that interfere with their life and work,” said Bill Snyder, CEO of Cylinder. “This recognition is a testament to our commitment to helping those sufferers feel better faster, gut-first.”
“2024 marks the fifth year of the New York Digital Health 100, and in that time, the digital health ecosystem in New York has significantly grown and evolved,” said Bunny Ellerin, co-founder and CEO, DHNY. “We are proud to recognize these exceptional organizations and commend them for their ongoing commitment to innovation, transformation and the role they play in driving healthcare forward.”
Cylinder’s employer-sponsored app provides employees with personalized care plans. Members also have access to registered GI specialists and dietitians to manage challenging and debilitating chronic and acute digestive issues like IBS, celiac disease, heartburn, gas, and more. The company has raised $47 million in total funding, and Cylinder recently became the first digestive health offering selected for Cigna’s Evernorth Digital Health Formulary.
About Cylinder
Cylinder is the leading virtual digestive health provider, delivering personalized, clinician-backed care for the full spectrum of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions and symptoms including GERD, Ulcerative Colitis, celiac disease, bloating, gas and more. With a dedicated care team that includes GI doctors, registered dietitians, and health coaches, Cylinder has helped over 100,000 people across all 50 states to date. Its platform combines digital access with evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance quality of life. Backed by published, peer-reviewed clinical results, Cylinder delivers up to 5:1 ROI and industry-leading 13% employee engagement. Trusted by employers and health plans including Texas A&M University and US Foods, Cylinder is helping make GI care more accessible.
