Application Process
Phase 1
Based on the responses to three preliminary questions in the online application, candidates may be invited to complete the full application, which is evaluated on product offerings, business plans and leadership team.
Phase 2
High-scoring applicants are then invited to interview with members of the Accelerator team and invited experts.
Phase 3
Following interviews, the Accelerator team conducts a preliminary review, after which companies are circulated through the Accelerator’s network of subject matter experts to assess validity and determine interest and bandwidth to collaborate should the company be selected.
Phase 4
Top companies are offered a place, subject to due diligence vetting.
Accelerator program
Immersive curriculum
A multi-day intensive, which provides unparalleled access to leading subject-matter experts, physicians, scientists and entrepreneurs.
Modules
Lectures and workshops on topics critical to product commercialization in health care innovation, including regulatory pathways, growth capital and customer acquisition.
Idea mentoring
One-on-one meetings with distinguished researchers, clinicians, and medical entrepreneurs to gain insight, receive feedback and collaborate around product development.
Business development
Customer interactions with the health care ecosystem and access to investors and potential stakeholders to formulate go-to-market plans.
Networking events
Gatherings and panel discussions with the startup community, medical entrepreneurs and investors to share industry knowledge and explore opportunities for strategic alliances.
Post program
Follow-up
Support from the Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University Health Care Accelerator teams on development plans formulated during the immersion.
Contact and collaboration
Follow-up meetings with the Health Care Accelerator team to track progress, refine strategy and guide development.
