OneMRI raises AUD $2.5m to expand preventive MRI scan service
Funding round
The seed round was oversubscribed, with participation from investors including OIF Ventures, TEN13, Antler, Salus Ventures, AfterWork Ventures, Archangel Ventures, Black Sheep Capital, Prtnr, Larsen Ventures, Tribe Global Ventures, as well as several clinicians and radiologists. The funding aims to support OneMRI's growth across Australia to meet increasing consumer interest in proactive health management.
OneMRI was founded in October 2024 by Dr. Vu Tran and Andrew Barnes, known for their work at Go1, alongside entrepreneur Gopi Sara. The company markets itself as Australia's first and only national provider of whole-body MRI scans, designed to enable early detection of over 500 potential health conditions including cancers, metabolic disorders, benign growths, autoimmune conditions such as MS, spinal degeneration, and brain aneurysms.
Preventive health model
The clinical approach at OneMRI is supported by research and development, with scan reviews by radiologists and consultations with doctors to ensure clinical rigour. The scans are intended to complement, not replace, more targeted diagnostic tests.
Gopi Sara, OneMRI Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, described the firm's emphasis on an ethical and patient-focused process. "OneMRI's process is genuinely customer-centric, with a rigorous eligibility and informed consent framework. We have a duty of care to every individual, which is why thoughtful screening is at the core of our approach. Every appointment includes both a pre- and post-scan consultation with qualified clinicians and dedicated care coordinators - ensuring patients fully understand the process, their results and what potential next steps might look like."
OneMRI partners with radiology providers such as Scan Medical and Pinnacle Medical Imaging, and collaborates with healthcare professionals and wellness brands including The Banyans, Evergreen Doctors, Melbourne Functional Medicine, and Longev. By partnering with underutilised clinics, the company utilises MRI machines operating below capacity without increasing strain on existing healthcare resources.
Sector growth and patient access
Dr. Vu Tran, Co-Founder and Head of Medical, OneMRI, highlighted the increasing relevance of preventive health and technology in the sector. "Wellness and preventive health are only going to grow as sectors - and technology will play a critical role in that evolution. Right now, radiology is one of the most underutilised tools in preventive care. The 'health curious' increasingly want autonomy, access, and answers. Individuals should have the agency to take a proactive approach to their health, and whole-body MRI scans are one of the safest ways to do that - offering a multi-system snapshot in a single, radiation-free investigation. Our aim is to increase OneMRI's footprint and accessibility through market growth and product innovation. We've already seen everyday Australians, from schoolteachers to nurses, benefit from our scans, and believe that we have an important part to play as more people take a proactive approach to their long-term health."
Early adopters of the service have already identified previously undetected life-threatening conditions. Michelle, 49, a Life Coach from Sydney, commented on her reasons for participating: "I did a preventive MRI not out of fear, but because I believe in being proactive with my health. It gave me peace of mind and reminded me how important it is to listen to our bodies and take care of ourselves before something feels wrong."
David Shein, Partner at OIF Ventures, remarked on the investment: "Investing in OneMRI is not only an exceptional opportunity to back a fast-growing sector, but it's also a way for us to support improved and more accessible care for Australians over time. I've been very impressed with what the team has achieved to date, and anticipate strong future growth for the company."
Current operations and expansion
OneMRI currently provides its services in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth, Sydney, Newcastle, and Melbourne, with further locations expected to be added as expansion continues. The company is also preparing to offer its services across the Asia Pacific region in future international growth plans.
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