Digital Health Accelerator
The program starts January 2025.
Zurich
Join the pioneering digital health accelerator by digital health center bülach and Tenity
Ongoing
Apply now and be one of the first start-ups to join our Digital Health Accelerator program. You will benefit from many perks! On this page you will find more information. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Joining our accelerator program can be a game-changer for your startup, providing a range of benefits designed to significantly boost your growth and success. One of the primary advantages is the access to our network of experienced mentors who will offer personalized guidance and insights into the industry, helping you navigate the complexities of scaling your business. Additionally, our program connects startups with potential investors and venture capitalists, offering vital funding opportunities that can propel your venture forward.
We provide structured training and workshops that will equip your team with essential business skills and knowledge about market trends. This education is complemented by access to valuable resources such as office space, cutting-edge technology, and professional services, streamlining your operations and reducing overhead costs. Moreover, our program offers networking opportunities within our vibrant ecosystem, enabling you to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, industry experts, and potential partners, fostering collaborations that can lead to innovative solutions and market expansion.
Participating in our accelerator will also add a layer of credibility and validation to your startup, making it more attractive to customers and investors alike. The exposure you gain through pitch sessions, media coverage, and demo days will further enhance your visibility, opening doors to new markets and customer bases. You will receive constructive feedback from mentors and peers, allowing you to iterate and refine your business model, products, and strategies effectively.
In summary, our accelerator program offers a comprehensive platform for your startup to achieve rapid growth, expand your network, and secure the resources and support necessary for long-term success.
We believe in our program’s success and operate on a success-based fee model. We only receive a fee if you close your first financing round, capped at CHF 100K worth of shares or 2% of equity, whichever is better for you.
Important to note: International EU travel will still be reimbursed
The Digital Health Accelerator is brought to you by digital health center bülach (dhc) and Tenity. Learn more about dhc and its partners here.
Our founding partner, the Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB), is the largest early-stage investor in Switzerland. You will have the chance to connect with the start-up finance team from ZKB during the program.
Founding Partner - The digital health center bülach (DHC) opened and is active since May 2022, the dhc serves as a hub for players in the healthcare sector focused on digitalization and innovation. It offers a unique platform for the development of digital solutions that brings together start-ups, established healthcare companies, solution providers, and ICT firms. The goal is to drive innovative solutions along the value chain and create additional value for customers and patients.
Founding Partner - The Zurich Cantonal Bank (ZKB) was founded in 1870 as the bank of the people of Zurich. They are characterized by a special connection with the people of Zurich, the economy, and the environment. Based on that, ZKB finances innovative start-ups with venture capital. As one of the largest and most active investors in Switzerland, they have already supported over 250 start-ups with more than CHF 180 million in risk capital. With many years of experience they maintain a close network of experts, potential investors and technology centres. ZKB specialises in getting involved with start-ups at an early stage.
As Tenity’s legal partner, LEXR supports founders and decision-makers in digital health, fintech, and other tech sectors with practical solutions to navigate complex challenges and drive growth in regulated industries. Founded in 2016, LEXR is a specialized law firm for tech companies across Switzerland and Germany, offering transparent and flat-fee pricing. From incorporation to exit, we guide startups and scaleups through financing rounds, crypto and fintech compliance, data protection, AI, IP, contracts, HR, and tax.
Research Partner - The Zurich University of Applied Science is one of the leading universities of applied sciences in Switzerland. In research and development, the ZHAW focuses on key societal challenges. With its campuses in Winterthur, Zurich, and Wädenswil, the ZHAW is regionally anchored and cooperates with international partners. The university comprises eight departments and their highly specialized Digital Health Lab. The Digital Health Lab brings together experts from the fields of biomedicine, health, technology, and business, who collaborate to create innovations for the digitalization of healthcare.
To apply and join the Digital Health Accelerator, you must meet the following three requirements. In any doubt, please feel free to contact us.
You are a Digital Health start-up with a solution or use case for the healthcare sector? Then we want to hear from you. Is your solution within the digital health space but doesn't strictly fit into any of the topics described above? Then please feel free to apply in any case.
Your are early-stage, but have first traction, a prototype or MVP and plan to access the market shortly in all cases. You are preparing for your first financing round to scale your idea.
Building a start-up is hard and we believe that no person can do it by themselves. While you may apply as a solo-founder, you would need to find a co-founder before the program starts, as we prefer teams and not solo founders.
Therapies, patient engagement, use of sensors, data aggregation, prevention, prediction, digital biomarkers
Electronic health records, telemedicine, e-medication, shared decision making
Solutions for NCD’s, chronic diseases, demographic challenges, old age, dementia, migration, mental health.
Further examples include:
– Health Data: AI, ML, big data, research data, image analysis, data standardization, OMICs
– Algorithms: clinical prediction models, patient scoring systems, decision support
– Clinical processes and procedures: patient monitoring, patient journey, communication, reporting, automation, coordination
Additional topics include:
Platform technologies, integrated delivery systems, value-based care technologies, VR/AR or wearable and tracker technologies.
