Wholistic Minds, founded by Dr. Pejman Katiraei, had a revolutionary goal: to transform the management of autism care.
As a globally recognized expert in the field, Dr. Katiraei envisioned a digital platform that would empower healthcare providers to work together more efficiently, track patient progress, and offer personalized, data-driven care.
Dr. Pejman Katiraei’s mission was to drastically improve the quality and coordination of care for patients with autism, a condition that often requires input from multiple healthcare professionals.
But making this vision a reality was no easy task. Dr. Katiraei faced a series of challenges: ranging from building a highly complex and scalable platform to managing costs and meeting tight deadlines. This case study explores how our partnership helped bring his vision to life, leading to a platform that raised $850K in funding, saved $3.68M in development costs, and successfully onboarded 150+ providers in just 18 months.
Country
U.S.A
Industry
Healthcare
6
Years Ongoing
30000
Estimated man-hours
7
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About the project
Wholistic app aims to provide comprehensive personal security solutions for individuals and organizations in need of enhanced protection.
Developing a mobile app to address the safety concerns of high-profile individuals and provide a quick response system during times of aggression or distress posed unique challenges in terms of ensuring seamless functionality, robust security, and real-time responsiveness.
Client Login and Notification System
The SPG app allows clients to securely log in and activate notifications to inform friends and designated groups in times of need.
Live Streaming and Immediate Assistance Clients can live stream their situation and receive immediate assistance from field operators allocated to different response groups.
Integration with Monitoring Centre and Admin ControlThe app seamlessly integrates with a 3rd party monitoring centre, providing continuous monitoring and coordination, while SPG’s admin maintains control over the app and back-end users.
The initial phase of the project involved careful planning to ensure we could deliver essential features quickly and within budget. Dr. Katiraei was cautious about the platform’s claims and wanted to avoid any legal issues related to overstating its capabilities. We decided to build the platform gradually, prioritizing stability and reliability over adopting the latest technology trends, like artificial intelligence (AI), which might have added unnecessary complexity.
Our first milestone was to create a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that would allow Dr.Katiraei to start testing the platform with real users. This approach allowed us to gather valuable feedback early on, which would guide the development of more advanced features in later stages.
We launched the MVP with 30-40 beta testers to evaluate the platform’s core features,including the sign-up process and general usability. During this testing phase, we discovered key insights that would shape the future direction of the platform:
These insights led us to pivot the platform’s focus from a Direct to Consumer (D2C) model to a Business to Business (B2B) approach,prioritizing healthcare provider onboarding. The platform also needed to support hird-party software integrations and subscription-based features, allowing providers to set their own fees and earn revenue through the platform.
Autism care often requires a collaborative approach. Different healthcare providers—including doctors, therapists, and specialists—must work together to track patient progress, share data, and coordinate treatments. The platform had to be designed to facilitate seamless collaboration across multiple providers working on the same patient’s case. Furthermore, the platform needed to support the use of dynamic questionnaires, allowing providers to gather and interpret data from various patient interactions.
The platform had to be designed with future growth in mind. As the number of users—both patients and healthcare providers—increased, the system needed to maintain optimal performance without compromising speed or user experience. This required a robust infrastructure capable of handling increased loads without the need for frequent and costly updates.
Time was a critical factor. The platform needed to be developed and launched quickly to attract both funding and healthcare providers. Any delays could result in missed opportunities for securing crucial investment or building momentum for provider adoption.
Building a high-quality platform in Silicon Valley would typically cost millions of dollars. While Dr. Katiraei had initial capital to invest, he wanted to ensure his funds were used efficiently. His priority was to build a sustainable platform that could scale over time without burning through resources, allowing him to reinvest in future growth and expansion.
One of the biggest hurdles we faced during development was optimizing the user experience for the dynamic questionnaire system. Healthcare providers often ask a large number of questions before making a diagnosis, and we initially designed the system to present questions one at a time. However, test users found this overwhelming and difficult to navigate.
We took a step back to understand why patients found this digital approach more challenging than traditional paper forms. After reviewing the differences, we discovered that paper forms typically grouped several questions together on the same page, especially simple yes/no questions like “Are you diabetic?” This helped patients process the information more easily.
Armed with this insight, we redesigned the questionnaire interface to display up to 30 questions on a single screen without overwhelming the user. This new layout improved the user experience, making it easier for patients to complete the questionnaires.
As development continued, we encountered another major challenge: building a weighting system for the questionnaire responses. Dr. Katiraei explained that different answers needed to carry different weights, depending on the symptoms they related to. For example, a “Yes” answer to the question “Do you have a damp room at home?” could carry a weight of 4 for symptoms related to bowel disorders, while a “No” answer might carry a different weight for other symptoms.
To address this complexity, we developed a sophisticated diagnostic system that could:
This advanced system enabled healthcare providers to offer more accurate and personalized care, based on the unique needs of each patient.
Dr. Katiraei’s vision extended beyond just providing clinical care. As a leader in autism detection and treatment, he understood the importance of community support and continuous provider education. To support this, Discourse platform was used, creating a community hub where providers and patients could connect, share knowledge, and support each other.
In January 2024, Dr. Katiraei launched a provider training program using the Teachable platform. This program helped onboard over 150 healthcare providers, teaching them how to use the Wholistic Minds platform to provide better care for their patients. By creating this educational ecosystem, Dr. Katiraei ensured that the platform would have long-term adoption and success.
As development continued, we encountered another major challenge: building a weighting systemfor the questionnaire responses. Dr. Katiraei explained that different answers needed to carry different weights, depending on the symptoms they related to. For example, a “Yes” answer to the question “Do you have a damp room at home?” could carry a weight of 4 for symptoms related to bowel disorders, while a “No” answer might carry a different weight for other symptoms.
To address this complexity, we developed a sophisticated diagnostic system that could:
This advanced system enabled healthcare providers to offer more accurate and personalized care, based on the unique needs of each patient.
The second round of beta testing provided us with even more valuable feedback, which allowed us to make several key improvements:
Throughout the development process, Wholistic Minds was supported by strategic funding rounds. Dr. Katiraei initially bootstrapped the project with $300K of his own funds.
As the platform demonstrated its value through successful beta testing and provider onboarding we secured an additional $300K to further enhance the platform’s provider-focused features. Later, we raised another $200K specifically for marketing efforts,bringing the total funding to $850K.
$300K
Self Funded$300K
Additional Funding$200K
Marketing Efforts$850K
Total FundingWe didn’t just assemble a team—we carefully selected professionals with the right skills to meet the project’s complex requirements:
Wholistic Minds could have chosen to build their platform with a Silicon Valley-based team, but this would have cost over $4.6M over five years. By partnering with our team in Nepal, Wholistic Minds was able to save over 80% of that cost, without compromising on quality. Here’s breakdown of the potential costs if they had gone with a Silicon Valley-based team:
| Role | Cost per Year (Silicon Valley) | Total Cost (Silicon Valley) |
|---|---|---|
| Backend Developers (3) | $120,000 per developer | $1.8M |
| Project Manager (1) | $140,000 | $700K |
| QA Specialists (2) | $90,000 per QA specialist | $900K |
| Frontend Developer (1) | $120,000 | $600K |
| Designer (1) | $80,000 | $400K |
| Mobile App Developer (1) | $100,000 | $200K (2 years) |
By choosing us, Wholistic Minds saved $3.68M in development costs, allowing them to reinvest in marketing and expanding the platform.
One of the key benefits of working with our team was the ease of communication. We understand that remote collaborations can sometimes be challenging, but we made the process as smooth as possible for Wholistic Minds:
Our transparent pricing structure meant there were no hidden costs or surprise fees, giving Dr. Katiraei confidence in managing the project’s budget.
Some might wonder if a team outside Silicon Valley can deliver the same quality of work. Our team in Nepal was composed of highly skilled professionals with years of experience in building complex platforms. The platform we developed for Wholistic Minds matched the highest standards in the industry, proving that excellent work can be delivered cost-effectively without compromising quality.
Given that the platform involved sensitive healthcare data, security was a top priority. We implemented strong encryption protocols and multi-factor authentication to ensure that all data remained secure. We followed industry-standard security practices to guarantee patient privacy and protect against any potential breaches.
Another key concern for many clients is whether the team will be around for long-term support and updates. Wholistic Minds secured this by offering us a sweat equity deal, which ensured that we remain invested in the platform’s success. This partnership meant that we would be involved in future updates and improvements, providing ongoing support as the platform grows.
The final platform included a comprehensive suite of features designed to revolutionize autism care:
The Wholistic Minds app has transformed personal security for high-profile individuals, providing a reliable and immediate response system. Clients can quickly notify contacts, livestream emergencies, and receive prompt assistance from field operators.
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