Teladoc, founded in 2002 by George Byron Brooks and headquartered in Purchase, New York, provides telemedicine services in over 175 countries and 40 languages. They work with health plan providers, insurance and financial services providers, and hospitals to extend virtual care services to patients. Teladoc has raised undisclosed amounts of funding from investors such as Trident Capital, HLM Venture Partners, and Kleiner Perkins. Their goal is to develop new products and expand into new markets with the funding. Teladoc has a network of board-certified doctors, therapists, nurses, and specialists who can diagnose and treat various medical conditions. Users can request a visit through the Teladoc app, consult with a doctor via phone, video, or message center, and receive prescriptions if necessary. Teladoc is available through employers, health insurance, or at a flat rate per visit for those not eligible through insurance or employment.