Colin Elsinga
About Colin Elsinga
Colin Elsinga serves as the Co-Founder and COO of Metriport, where he has contributed to the company's growth in healthcare technology since its establishment in 2021. His background includes experience in software engineering and education in web development and music industry production.
Work at Metriport
Colin Elsinga serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Metriport, a position he has held since the company's inception in 2021. Based in San Francisco, California, he has contributed significantly to the company's growth and innovation within the healthcare technology sector. Under his leadership, Metriport has aimed to simplify data integration for healthcare providers, positioning itself as a 'Plaid for healthcare.' He has played a crucial role in developing Metriport's open-source API, which is designed to transform how healthcare companies access and manage patient data.
Education and Expertise
Colin Elsinga's educational background includes a Web Development Bootcamp at Lighthouse Labs, where he studied from 2020 to 2021. He also holds a diploma in Music Industry, Production, and Engineering from Nimbus School of Recording and Media, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. His diverse educational experiences have equipped him with a unique skill set that combines technology and creative industries, enhancing his contributions to the healthcare technology field.
Previous Experience at Y Combinator
Colin participated in the Y Combinator S22 Batch in 2022, where he worked for three months in San Francisco, California. This experience provided him with valuable insights and resources that he leveraged in his role at Metriport. His time at Y Combinator was instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of Metriport, allowing him to apply startup methodologies and best practices in the healthcare technology sector.
Career at myMomentum
Before co-founding Metriport, Colin worked as a Software Engineer at myMomentum for five months in 2021, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This role allowed him to gain practical experience in software development and engineering, further enhancing his technical expertise. His work at myMomentum contributed to his understanding of software solutions in the health and wellness space, which he later applied at Metriport.