Frist Cressey Ventures

Frist Cressey Ventures, founded in 2016 by Senator Bill Frist, M.D., and Bryan Cressey, is a venture capital firm focused on improving healthcare through strategic investments in innovative healthcare solutions. The firm, based in Nashville, Tennessee, invests in early and growth-stage companies that aim to enhance patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the overall healthcare system. Frist Cressey Ventures has a diverse portfolio with notable investments in companies such as ObjectiveHealth, which integrates clinical research into physician practices to improve care quality and access, and Vim, a platform aimed at improving healthcare connectivity and efficiency. Their approach combines financial support with strategic guidance, leveraging their deep industry connections to foster innovation and drive systemic change in healthcare. The leadership team includes experienced professionals like Derek Dedeker, Principal, and Chloe Coulter, Senior Associate, who bring significant expertise from backgrounds in investment banking and healthcare consulting.