The Healthcare Early Stage Program at MassChallenge is designed to empower entrepreneurs who are revolutionizing healthcare. Whether you are developing new technologies in digital health, medical devices, or precision medicine, our program offers tailored resources and support to help you scale your innovations and bring them to market.
We are seeking startups that are focused on solving some of the biggest challenges in healthcare, such as health equity, access to care, and affordability. If your solution has the potential to transform healthcare and improve lives, this program will connect you with the mentors, partners, and funding you need to accelerate your growth.
Focus Areas
We are looking for startups addressing key healthcare challenges across the following areas:
Health Equity and Access to Care
Digital Health and Imaging Technologies
Consumer Health and Wellness Platforms
Advanced Therapeutic Platforms
Precision and
Personalized Medicine
Medical Devices and
Future of Surgery
Mental Health and
Preventative Care
Our goal is to support founders who are driven to create solutions that make healthcare more equitable, affordable, and accessible for all.
Learn from world-class experts
Joshua Boger
Founder, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH
Chief Health Equity Officer, American Medical Association
Vivek Murthy
21st Surgeon General of the United States
Healthcare Partners
Program Timeline and Key Dates
January 8, 2025
Applications Open
January 24, 2025
Early Action Deadline
February 18, 2025
General Application Deadline
March 4 - 15, 2025
Live Pitch Judging (Virtual), for invited applicants
March 18 - 22, 2025
Cohort Selections & Acceptance Confirmations
April 9 - 11, 2025
Cohort Kickoff and Boston Roadshow (Mandatory)
Mid May, 2025
Dallas, TX Roadshow (Mandatory)
June 26, 2025
Program End
If you are a healthcare startup founder looking to scale your innovation and drive lasting impact, we invite you to apply for the Healthcare Early Stage Program. Join a global network of mission-driven founders who are transforming healthcare through technology and innovation.